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k9trainer
05-29-2008, 07:15 AM
I am looking to purchase my first RV. I have two at which I am looking, and was hoping someone out in RV land might have some experience, and could help me. Both of these are from private sellers.


RV #1 - 1986 35' Winnebago, for $7500.

The description is as follows:
"Sleeps 8, nice kitchen, bath, and twin bedroom in the rear. In great mechanical condition and runs perfect, we drive it monthly. It has new tires last month. Super clean interior with less that 58K miles on it.

The Generator is an Onan with 750 hours on it and runs great with electric start.. ac blows cold, heater works well.. no leaks of any kind. The RV is really in pretty good shape. It has new awnings (1yr old) Bathroom is in perfect condition, holding tanks perfect. The only things it needs to be absolutely perfect is the hot water tank needs to be replaced or rewelded it has a small crack from winterization, and the back ac cover is cracked.. It runs perfect and we use it monthly. It has all new tires less than 2 months old and has been service more than regulary.. I'm always very cautious about the maintenance."

Regarding the hot water tank and back A/C cover, are these relatively easy (and inexpensive) to fix?

Also, the sellers said they would have no problem with me having the RV inspected, prior to purchase, because they did the same thing when they bought it.

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RV #2 - 1987 33' Allegro 33' Basement model, for $7300 OBO

The description:
"The bathroom is in great shape, interior in good shape. I would replace the kitchen counter, however, it is in decent shape. The fridge does not cool, other appliances work. New microwave. Queen bedroom in the rear, kitchen table/sleeper, couch/sleeper and twin above the driver/passenger seat. Stocked with outdoor rug, awning, kitchen supplies, bedding etc."

How much does it cost to fix/replace a fridge, and counter tops?

This seller also has no problems with me having the unit inspected, prior to purchase.

Thanks so much for helping out a first timer!!!!

springwater
05-29-2008, 11:02 AM
go to camping world online and check out the prices for a water heater and fridge. It should be in the catalogue. this will give you a fairly decent idea how much they cost. Also, alot of newer and/or higher end rv parks have a 10 yr. rule as to the age of an rv. thats also something to think about. Many will even ask on the phone how old your rv is when you try to make reservations.I say this because on of our neighbors in our rv park in sw Az. wanted to head to the mountains for the summer. He could not find a park to take him-his TT was too old. Also look at rvupgrades.com for the appliances.
Hope this helps. Dona

dlrupper
06-01-2008, 04:56 PM
Generally speaking only the real snooty, uppity RV/Motorhome Parks care how old your RV is as long as it has been taken care of and looks decent. Personally I don't want to be around snooty people. Heck my sweet running 1920 RV is a hit wherever I go.

papahog
06-01-2008, 05:50 PM
I have been asked often what is the year of my TT. It is a 2008 that I have had for a year so no problems.

madjhn
06-05-2008, 06:11 AM
In our 10 years of fulltiming in our '92 Safari we have never been questioned re the unit's age. Agree that condition is key.
Waterheater= $400-500
Refrigerator= $1000+
Prices look fair but I would try for something '90 or newer in a gas unit as earlier rigs are not fuel injected. Important if any elevation planned.
Also, some P30 (GM) chassied rigs are prone to wandering.
Good luck k9trainer!

dadburnett
06-12-2008, 04:11 PM
Re: 1986 Winnie: I winder, how do you (or they) know the holding tanks are perfect?
And, I’m curious, which did you buy?

murffdog
06-13-2008, 02:22 AM
Nobody can tell you what to buy as a "first" RV. You should rent one first to see if you like it then drive or pull a TT on your own and decide what your comfortable with.

dxsmac
06-13-2008, 03:24 AM
Nobody can tell you what to buy as a "first" RV. You should rent one first to see if you like it then drive or pull a TT on your own and decide what your comfortable with.

I didn't do that. That is probably the best way to go, but I didn't do that. I saw a Class C, and knew that's what I wanted. Then, I went shopping and bought the one that "felt" right.

It worked for me, but I don't recommend everyone try that.....

JJ