Royal Coach Recreational Sales
Bakersfield dealer with a 4.7-star rating from 284 reviews, known for a large trailer selection and low-pressure sales.
Bakersfield, CA
Motorhome Dealers in Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield sits at the south end of the San Joaquin Valley, which puts motorhome shoppers within a couple hours of mountain passes, desert and coast. Three dealerships here sell motorhomes, and they average 4.5 stars across more than 2,000 reviews. Two of the three offer financing. I've bought two RVs and walked away from a third, so I read reviews for patterns, not stars.
3Dealers listed
4.5★Average Google rating
2Offer financing
RV dealers in Bakersfield
Blue Compass RV Bakersfield
Bakersfield RV dealer with new and used motorhomes, travel trailers, and fifth wheels, plus service and parts.
Camping World - Bakersfield
Bakersfield RV dealer with new and used motorhomes, travel trailers, and fifth wheels, plus financing and service.
Who's on the lot
Royal Coach Recreational Sales carries the strongest rating of the three at 4.7 stars over 284 reviews, and it sells used motorhomes and travel trailers. Blue Compass RV Bakersfield rates 4.5 across 238 reviews and adds new units plus financing, service, parts and delivery. Camping World has the longest review history by far at 1,526, with financing, service, parts and consignment. That spread matters. A shop with a big service department can handle warranty work and routine maintenance you'll need after the sale. Ask how far out their service bay is booked before you sign anything. All three sell used motorhomes, and all three also handle travel trailers.
Before you drive out
Get pre-approved by your own bank or credit union first, then compare it against whatever the dealer's finance office offers. Two of these three advertise financing, which means the third probably expects you to bring your own. Ask for the out-the-door price in writing before you visit, and confirm the specific unit is still on the lot. Used inventory turns over, and a listing can be a week stale. On a used coach, hire an independent inspector and have them check the roof, the slide seals and the generator hours. Then do a full walk-through at delivery with everything running: water, power, slides, appliances. Don't rush that hour.
Timing your visit
Late fall and winter are slower for RV sales in the valley, and a quieter lot gives you more room to negotiate and more of a salesperson's attention. Summer heat is real here, so if you tour coaches in July, pay attention to how the roof air conditioners handle it. Ask about covered or indoor storage options while you're at each lot, since sun and heat wear on a motorhome parked outside year round. If you plan to head toward the Sierra or the coast, mention it. The sales staff know which floorplans and drivetrains local buyers favor for those trips, and they'll tell you what comes back on trade.
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Nearby cities
- Fillmore, CA (1, 64 mi)
- Tulare, CA (1, 66 mi)
- Newhall, CA (1, 71 mi)
- Ventura, CA (2, 74 mi)
- Oxnard, CA (1, 76 mi)
- Acton, CA (1, 77 mi)
- Chatsworth, CA (1, 79 mi)
- Thousand Oaks, CA (1, 80 mi)
Questions people ask
How many motorhome dealers are in Bakersfield?
Three dealerships sell motorhomes in Bakersfield. They average 4.5 stars across more than 2,000 customer reviews, and two of the three offer financing on site.
Do all three Bakersfield lots sell used motorhomes?
Yes. All three list used motorhomes, and all three also carry travel trailers. Only Blue Compass RV Bakersfield lists new units alongside its used inventory.
Which Bakersfield dealer has the best rating?
Royal Coach Recreational Sales has the highest rating at 4.7 stars from 284 reviews. Blue Compass follows at 4.5 from 238 reviews, and Camping World sits at 4.4 from 1,526 reviews.
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a used motorhome?
Yes, hire your own inspector rather than relying on the dealer's shop. Have them check the roof, slide seals, tires by date code and generator hours. It costs money up front and often saves far more at the repair counter later.