If 2012 is the year you plan to spend more time with the family, make the most of your spare time or travel more, Derby-based Peak Leisure Vehicles may have the ideal solution and investment for your money - with a new or pre-owned motorhome. 

A family owned company, Peak Leisure Vehicles was founded by experienced motorhome enthusiasts Steve and Claire Parsons who are always on hand to give any advice and tips to first time buyers and people wanting to know a little bit more about motorhomes before taking the plunge.

"A motorhome is a big investment and when people come in looking for their first motor home they all tend to have similar interests and concerns," explained Claire Parsons, director of Peak Leisure Vehicles. "Often people come in knowing what they want out of a motorhome but are unsure about what's available or are nervous about the little details or making the wrong choice in the vehicle they buy. We are always happy to share our knowledge because we were all new to motorhomes once, and what might seem like common sense to the pros, can save first timers a lot of time, temper and money."

In Claire and Steve's experience, people tend to spend up to two and a half years considering a motor home before they take the plunge. While a long time, most new buyers have been thinking about the lifestyle rather than practical considerations and once they have made the decision, all too often rush into a hasty first choice, which can be a mistake.

"When people come in they often want to purchase fast," continued Claire. "While good for us, we always prefer customers to make an informed choice and leave happy and confident with their purchase, be it a new or pre-owned model. This is what our reputation is built on and I'd always recommend that people make a considered decision. It's certainly not too early for people to start looking for a motorhome for this coming season."

Interest in motorhome holidaying is rising rapidly as people look for financially savvy ways to get away more, spend more quality time with their families or avoid the hassle and increasing expense of air travel. While the initial outlay for a motorhome is often perceived as quite high, they almost always prove to be a sound investment with low depreciation, cheep insurance and savings on future holidays.

"Our showroom is packed with the new Bentley ranges and approved, pre-owned motorhomes starting from under £10,000," said Claire. "People are always welcome to come in and have a browse around at their leisure or stop us for a chat if there's anything they'd like to know." 

Now with a newly extended accessories store within the Kirk Langley showroom, Claire and Steve are able to help with every detail and get you motoring in style this year.