In the process of selling an Airstream? Looking to buy a used Airstream but aren't sure what it's worth? While there isn't a single source for getting an Airstream appraised, here are a few ways to collect information on the current market value of an Airstream to guide you towards the best average price.
NADA Guides
As the leading source of car, motorcycle, RV, and boat values, you can discover useful information about the value of an Airstream on the NADA website.
NADA = National Automobile Dealers Association
Because Airstream has such a vast history, only some of the newer model information is available through NADA (J.D. Power). Find pricing, specs, and more information by visiting the RV-specific page on their official website. Filter by "Airstream" and choose your year and model.
Airstream Dealerships
For Airstream RVs that aren't listed on NADA Guides (J.D. Power), a great source of information and for an estimate on the current value, you can contact an authorized Airstream dealership. Be prepared with information such as the year, model, and mileage (when applicable) as well as the condition so the dealer can provide the best possible market value and potential trade-in value.
If you're unable to take the Airstream to the dealership, you might be able to offer detailed photos or a video shot from your mobile device.
Locate an Airstream dealer: https://www.airstream.com/dealers/
Where can I find the Airstream VIN or Serial Number?
Online Marketplaces
There are all kinds of used Airstream models available online. If you're just beginning your appraisal journey, exploring a few of the digital marketplaces would be a great place to start and build a directory of references. Collect information by model and year as well as overall condition. Once you've gathered several similar models and aligned your specifications and cost, you can arrive at an average price.
Visit Airstream Classifieds for a large directory of used Airstream models across the United States.
Note: Be cautious of phishing attempts and scams. If the price appears too good to be true, it probably is.
Note: Airstream, Inc. is not affiliated with Airstream Classifieds.
Local Internet Search
With the use of your preferred internet browser (Google, Safari, Firefox, DuckDuckGo), search for "Airstream appraiser" or "Airstream vintage trailer appraiser" and discover localized options that may be able to physically examine a model for an estimate or even provide a value based upon information and photos you can share with them.
Note: Airstream, Inc. is not affiliated with any appraisal individuals or organizations.
Conclusion
While there is no single source for Airstream appraisals, using a combination of the 4 methods included in this article should assist in arriving at the fair market value for any Airstream.