Are you planning to sell your used motorhome? Whether between private individuals or via a professional, one thing is certain: selling a motorhome cannot be improvised. To avoid unpleasant surprises, administrative delays or disputes, it is crucial to prepare the documents for selling your motorhome in advance.
In this article, discover the 5 essential documents to sell your motorhome with peace of mind, with practical advice at each step. Prepare your file, simplify the sale, and save time!
1. The Registration Document (Carte Grise)
This is the most important document: the registration document proves that you are the owner of the vehicle.
What you need to do:
- On the day of the sale, you must cross out the registration document, note the date and time of the transfer, and sign.
- If you are selling to a private individual, give the crossed-out original to the buyer.
- If you are selling to a professional like Campicar, the procedures are handled, but you must still provide the complete and up-to-date registration document.
📌 Note: In the case of co-ownership (two names on the registration document), both signatures are required.
2. The Certificate of Sale (Cerfa n°15776)
This official form records the transfer of ownership of the vehicle.
What you need to know:
- It must be completed in 2 copies: one for you, one for the buyer.
- It contains all the information about the vehicle, the seller, the buyer and the date of transfer.
- It is necessary to make the online sale declaration on the ANTS website.
🛠️ You can download it free of charge online or fill it in directly on Campicar if you choose the professional collection service.
3. The Certificate of Administrative Situation (Certificate of Non-Encumbrance)
This document proves that your motorhome is neither mortgaged nor subject to an administrative opposition (unpaid fines, seizure, etc.).
Why it is important:
- It reassures the buyer about the legality of the sale.
- It is one of the most essential documents for selling your motorhome, as it certifies that nothing hinders the transaction.
📅 Validity: the certificate must be dated less than 15 days at the time of the transaction.
👉 It can be easily requested online, free of charge, on the Ministry of the Interior website.
4. The Technical Inspection (If the Vehicle is More Than 4 Years Old)
If your motorhome is more than 4 years old, a technical inspection less than 6 months old is required for the sale (or less than 2 months if a counter-inspection was required).
Specific cases:
- If you sell to a professional like Campicar, the technical inspection is not always necessary, as they take back the vehicle even if it requires repairs.
- On the other hand, for a private sale, it is compulsory for registering the change of ownership.
✅ Think about doing the technical inspection before publishing your listing — it is an additional asset to convince buyers.
5. The Maintenance Booklet and Repair Invoices
This is not a legal obligation, but it is a very reassuring document for the buyer.
What you should provide if possible:
- The up-to-date maintenance booklet, stamped by garages
- Invoices for maintenance, oil changes, repairs, technical inspections
- Proof of timing belt replacement if applicable
- Manuals for specific equipment (heating, fridge, satellite antenna, etc.)
🗂️ Group everything together in a well-organised folder: you show that you have taken care of the vehicle.
Summary: The Checklist of 5 Documents for a Smooth Sale
- 📄 Crossed-out registration document — Identifies the owner and formalises the sale
- 📄 Certificate of sale (Cerfa) — Officially records the transaction
- 📄 Certificate of non-encumbrance — Proves that the vehicle can be legally sold
- 📄 Technical inspection — Compulsory for vehicles over 4 years old
- 📄 Maintenance booklet and invoices — Reassures the buyer and proves maintenance
Bonus: Simplify Your Sale with Campicar
If you want to avoid paperwork, visits and procedures, Campicar offers you a quick and secure alternative:
- Get a free and instant estimate
- Receive a buyback offer within 48 hours
- Benefit from home collection anywhere in France
- Sell without stress, with support from A to Z
🛠️ And the administrative documents are entirely handled by their teams. You no longer have to worry about the paperwork!
Ready to sell without complications?
Start with a free estimate of your motorhome on Campicar and let the professionals take care of the rest!
