How to Take Basic RV Photos

1. Front/Rear Full View

Stand directly in front of the RV/Camper and position the camera parallel to the center of the vehicle. Capture the full view of the vehicle and eliminate as much of the background as possible. For the best angle, you may need to back up several steps depending on the size of the vehicle. The following photos are required:

a. Front Full View

b. Rear Full View

 

2. Right Side/Left Side Full View

Take several steps away from the side of the RV/Camper. Center the frame of the photo to capture the entire vehicle straight on in one shot and eliminate as much of the background as possible. The following photos are required:

a. Right Side Full View

 

b. Left Side Full View

 

3. Corner Views

Take full views of the vehicle from each of the 4 corners. Be sure to include the entire vehicle at that angle (include top and bottom of vehicle).

a. Full View of Vehicle From Driver Side Front Corner

 

b. Full View of Vehicle From Driver Side Rear Corner

c. Full View of Vehicle From Passenger Side Front Corner

d. Full View of Vehicle From Passenger Side Rear Corner

4. Tires

You will be taking two photos of each tire/wheel. One of the photos will be the full tire/wheel. The second photo will show tire tread depth. Position the tire tread depth tool in between the tire tread. Take photos straight on of each tire with the tool. Try to eliminate fingers and hands as well as unwanted background in the photo. An approved WeGoLook tire tread tool is preferred. However, a penny or tire tread tool from a local auto supply store is also acceptable. Repeat for each tire and take the following photos:

a. Right Side of Front Tire

 

b. Left Side of Front Tire

 

c. Right Side of Rear Tire

 

d. Left Side of Rear Tire

 

5. Engine (Full View, Hood Open)

Take a full view of the engine from the front of the vehicle. If the engine is located in another place other than the front of the vehicle, please take a full view photo from the best place to capture a straight on view of the entire engine.

 

6. Gas Cap

Open the cap cover and take a straight on photo showing the gas cap.

7. Interior

Take the following interior photos of the vehicle. Be sure to check your photos before you leave the site to verify that the numbers are visible.

a. Driver Side Seat, Floorboard & Floor Mat – General view showing entire driver area.

b. Passenger Side Seat, Floorboard & Floor Mat – General view showing entire passenger area.

 

c. Top of Dashboard – Show the entire width of the dashboard top if possible.

d. Steering Wheel – View of the entire steering wheel.

e. Inside Roof (Headliner) – General view of the interior roof.

f. Full View Interior – From the front of the vehicle, looking to the rear.

g. Full View Interior – From the rear of the vehicle, looking to the front.

 

h. Restroom (if applicable) – General view of the restroom.

8. Odometer

Ask the owner or onsite contact to start, or turn on, the vehicle. Locate the odometer on the dashboard and take a straight on photo of the odometer.

9. VIN

Locate the manufacturer sticker on the vehicle (typically on the driver’s side door frame). Position the camera directly in front of the sticker. Zoom in toward the printed text. Eliminate as much background as possible. For best results, you may need to take 2-3 extra photos. Be sure to check your photos before you leave the site to verify that all numbers are visible.

 

10. Damage

Inspect the exterior and seat of the vehicle. Specifically look for dents, scratches, or signs of an accident. Zoom into the location of the damage of the vehicle and take a straight on shot eliminating any sun glare or background. Be sure to notate the damage in the comments section of the report and provide approximate measurements with description of the location of the damage on the vehicle.

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