Sales Agreement Motorhome / Caravan 2026/2027 – Word/PDF + User Guide

Sales Agreement Motorhome / Caravan 2026/2027 – Word/PDF + User Guide

This is a complete and professional sales agreement for motorhomes and caravans according to Swedish law. The template package is designed for both private sales between individuals and sales where a trader sells to a consumer.

Unlike a standard car contract, the template also covers the living area – including moisture, seal integrity, LPG, water, 230 V, 12 V, heating, refrigerators, solar panels, awnings, movers, and other camping equipment. It also includes checks for registration certificates, inspection status, vehicle-related debts, use bans, financing, and change of ownership.

The template package is legally reviewed on October 4, 2026, and prepared for use during 2026/2027.

Delivery: Sales agreement in Word and PDF, plus a separate detailed user guide in Word and PDF – a total of 4 files and 14 A4 pages.

Includes

• Sales Agreement Motorhome / Caravan 2026/2027 – 11 A4 pages.
• Detailed User Guide – 3 A4 pages.
• Word (DOCX) – fully editable.
• PDF – print-ready A4 format.
• Handover protocol.
• Vehicle-specific checklist.
• Living area and moisture inspection.

For both motorhomes and caravans

The agreement is structured so that the same template can be used for:

• motorhomes / passenger cars class II,
• caravans / trailers.

Fields that only apply to motorhomes, such as odometer reading, engine, transmission, and third-party motor insurance, are clearly marked. Caravan-specific sections cover elements such as the hitch, overrun brake, mover, and trailer regulations.

Private sale or consumer sale?

The agreement begins with the parties indicating the applicable purchase situation.

Private individual to private individual: The Sale of Goods Act (1990:931) normally applies as supplementary law. Since the Sale of Goods Act is dispositive, the written agreement is of great importance.

Trader to consumer: The Consumer Sales Act (2022:260) applies. It is largely mandatory for the benefit of the consumer.

Three-year liability for defects in consumer sales

In consumer sales, the trader is responsible for original defects that manifest within three years after delivery. A defect that appears within two years shall, as a general rule, be considered a defect for which the trader is responsible, unless the trader proves otherwise or this is incompatible with the nature of the product or the defect.

A complaint made within two months of the consumer noticing the defect shall always be considered timely.

“As is” condition in private sales

In private sales, the parties may agree that the vehicle is sold “as is” (in its current condition). Such a clause does not, however, mean that the seller is automatically free from liability. According to the Sale of Goods Act, the vehicle may still be considered defective if, for example, the seller has provided incorrect information, failed to disclose a significant known condition, or if the vehicle is in significantly worse condition than the buyer could reasonably have expected.

Vehicle identity and registration details

The template includes separate fields for, among other things:

• registration number,
• make and model,
• model year and manufacturing year,
• chassis number / VIN,
• first registration date,
• odometer reading for motorhomes,
• gross weight, curb weight, and max load,
• number of seats and berths,
• bodywork/coachbuilder,
• most recently issued registration certificate.

Verification of vehicle-related debts and use bans

The Swedish Transport Agency recommends that the buyer checks the vehicle's debts and status before purchase. Vehicle-related debts may include vehicle tax, congestion tax, parking fines, and infrastructure charges.

Although the new owner does not become personally liable for the previous owner's debts, the vehicle may be affected by factors such as use bans and, in certain situations, seizure. The template therefore includes a specific checklist where the seller and buyer document this check.

Financing, leasing, and reservation of title

The agreement has a specific section to document whether the vehicle is subject to:

• leasing,
• installment plans,
• vehicle financing,
• reservation of title,
• other security interests or encumbrances.

If such financing exists, the parties can specify exactly how and when it is to be settled.

Purchase price, down payment, and payment

The agreement includes clear fields for:

• total purchase price,
• down payment,
• remaining balance,
• payment date,
• payment method,
• VAT where relevant.

Service and vehicle history

For motorhomes, fields include odometer reading, service book, last service, timing belt/drive belt, engine, transmission, brakes, and chassis.

For both motorhomes and caravans, there are fields for:

• last inspection (MOT),
• previous damage,
• major repairs,
• import history,
• previous use,
• tires and rims.

Living area – often missed in standard car contracts

Motorhomes and caravans carry a completely different risk profile than standard passenger cars. Therefore, the template contains an extensive living area section for:

• moisture and seal integrity inspection,
• known leaks and moisture damage,
• previous moisture repairs,
• roof hatches, windows, and seals,
• heating system,
• refrigerator,
• LPG system,
• 230 V system,
• 12 V system and leisure battery,
• solar panel, charger, and inverter,
• fresh water and waste water,
• toilet,
• kitchen and stove,
• AC and ventilation.

Moisture inspection

Moisture damage can be very costly. The template therefore has separate fields for when a moisture or seal integrity check was last performed, who performed it, and any noted remarks.

The included guide recommends checking areas such as roof hatches, windows, conduits, floors, corners, and other sensitive parts.

LPG, electricity, and water

The agreement makes it possible to document the function and known issues in the LPG, electrical, and water systems. This is particularly important because a vehicle can be fully roadworthy while still having extensive faults in the living area.

Buyer’s inspection

The buyer can document that they have been given the opportunity to:

• test drive the motorhome,
• check the caravan's chassis, brakes, and hitch,
• test the living area installations,
• carry out a moisture inspection,
• engage an independent workshop or inspector,
• review service and repair history.

Change of ownership at the Swedish Transport Agency

Individuals can in many cases report a change of ownership via the Swedish Transport Agency's "My Pages." When at least one party is a business, the change of ownership must normally be made on the most recently issued registration certificate, part 2.

In the case of a written notice, the change of ownership must reach the Swedish Transport Agency within ten days for the specified transfer date to normally be registered as the official date of ownership change.

Third-party motor insurance – difference between motorhome and caravan

If a motorhome is taxed (on the road), or is to be taxed in connection with the change of ownership, the new owner must have third-party motor insurance from the registered date of ownership change.

A caravan is normally a trailer and does not require its own third-party motor insurance. Separate property insurance may, however, be relevant.

Handover protocol included

The agreement includes a separate handover protocol where the parties can check off items such as:

• registration certificate and vehicle details,
• keys,
• service history,
• instruction manuals,
• moisture report,
• repair receipts,
• LPG details,
• awning, sunshade, cables, and other loose equipment,
• change of ownership and payment.

Detailed vehicle and living area checklist

An entire page of the agreement is dedicated to the inspection of, among other things:

• tires,
• brakes and overrun brake,
• chassis and undercarriage,
• hitch,
• engine and drivetrain,
• batteries and charging,
• 230 V and 12 V,
• LPG,
• heater, refrigerator, and stove,
• water and sewage,
• moisture and seals,
• awning, sunshade, and mover,
• solar panel and inverter.

Detailed user guide included

The guide walks through the process step by step:

1. private sale vs. consumer sale,
2. three-year liability and the two-year presumption,
3. “as is” condition in private sales,
4. registration and background checks,
5. vehicle-related debts,
6. living area, moisture, LPG, and electricity,
7. change of ownership,
8. third-party motor insurance,
9. payment and handover,
10. common mistakes.

Legally reviewed for 2026/2027

The documents were reviewed on October 4, 2026, based on, among other things:

• Sale of Goods Act (1990:931).
• Consumer Sales Act (2022:260).
• The Swedish Transport Agency's current rules and information regarding change of ownership.
• The Swedish Transport Agency's information regarding registration certificates.
• The Swedish Transport Agency's information regarding vehicle-related debts and use bans.
• The Swedish Transport Agency's information regarding third-party motor insurance during ownership changes.

Format and delivery

• Word (DOCX) – fully editable.
• PDF – print-ready A4 format.
• 2 documents / 4 files / 14 A4 pages.
• Digital product – no physical goods are shipped.

Common questions

Can the same template be used for both motorhome and caravan?
Yes. The agreement contains clear options and specific fields for each vehicle type.

Can the template be used between private individuals?
Yes. It is designed for both private and consumer sales.

Can a motorhome dealer use the agreement?
Yes, but the mandatory rules of the Consumer Sales Act must be followed when the buyer is a consumer.

Is a moisture inspection included?
The template contains fields and a checklist for moisture/seal integrity, but an actual technical moisture measurement must be performed separately.

Must the caravan have third-party motor insurance?
No. The Swedish Transport Agency states that trailers do not require third-party motor insurance.

Must a taxed motorhome be insured immediately?
Yes. The new owner must have third-party motor insurance from the date of ownership change if the vehicle is taxed or is being taxed in connection with the purchase.

Should one check for debts on the vehicle?
Yes. The Swedish Transport Agency explicitly recommends this before purchase.

Important

The template is a professional, general document framework. Motorhomes and caravans can involve significant technical and financial risks, particularly concerning moisture, installations, modifications, and financing. In case of major uncertainty, a technical inspection and, if necessary, individual legal advice should be sought before purchase.