Help needed, info and pricing on a 2005 Mobile Suites 36TK3

Luke Porter wrote:

jsr21 wrote:

Luke Porter wrote:
Back in 2005 there was Newmar, Teton, Carriage and Travel Supreme. "Mobile Suites" was a new company and their units were not up to "quality" of the established companys.

Sadly things have changed big time with the loss those old top end products.

DRV has continued to improve and is now the leading top end producer.

But the older "Mobile Suites" products don't compare to top end units of 10 years ago.

Totally disagree...specifically why do you think in 2005 they did not compare?

If you want to think an early Mobile Suites is equal to a upper end Newmar, Teton, Carriage or Travel Supreme---feel free.

I wasn't looking for your opinion...wanted you to provide actual facts

My 2004 has electric slides & jacks, the 2005 and up are hydraulic. Overall the unit your looking at worked well for us full time, but some things to check. The rigs came with 7,000lb axles standard and 8,000 were an option. The g rated tires were almost overloaded at the 7,000 loads and the H tire was an option, better in my opinion.If your trailer is the 16,000 gvwr the trailer is heavy, depending on options and does not leave much carrying capacity if your full timing. My trailer was as heavy as 17,200 with a 4,200 lb pin. We pared that down over time but the trailers do tend to have a heavy pin overall. The thick walls help with sound proofing and temperature control. Many units were equipped with dual pane glass, some had the seals fail, the glass didn't break, just fogged up.The gel-coat can easily be polished and the graphics are all paint except for the decal on the nose. A good rub out and polish can bring most any dull rig back to life. The web site for the owners of these units is here and asking any other questions there might be helpful to you. The prices seem to level off at the 25-30 range for the year you are looking at, again depending on condition and options. Hope this helps

jsr21 wrote:

Luke Porter wrote:
Back in 2005 there was Newmar, Teton, Carriage and Travel Supreme. "Mobile Suites" was a new company and their units were not up to "quality" of the established companys.

Sadly things have changed big time with the loss those old top end products.

DRV has continued to improve and is now the leading top end producer.

But the older "Mobile Suites" products don't compare to top end units of 10 years ago.

Totally disagree...specifically why do you think in 2005 they did not compare?

If you want to think an early Mobile Suites is equal to a upper end Newmar, Teton, Carriage or Travel Supreme---feel free.

Luke Porter wrote:
Back in 2005 there was Newmar, Teton, Carriage and Travel Supreme. "Mobile Suites" was a new company and their units were not up to "quality" of the established companys.

Sadly things have changed big time with the loss those old top end products.

DRV has continued to improve and is now the leading top end producer.

But the older "Mobile Suites" products don't compare to top end units of 10 years ago.

Totally disagree...specifically why do you think in 2005 they did not compare?

Back in 2005 there was Newmar, Teton, Carriage and Travel Supreme. "Mobile Suites" was a new company and their units were not up to "quality" of the established companys.

Sadly things have changed big time with the loss those old top end products.

DRV has continued to improve and is now the leading top end producer.

But the older "Mobile Suites" products don't compare to top end units of 10 years ago.

Thank you!

MookieKat wrote:

B.O. Plenty wrote:
Quality wise they are among the best. Look for them online and see what similar years are selling for. Doesn't sound like a bad price for a quality rug.

B.O.

Is the quality suitable for full-timing?

Yes. But as others have said, at the seemingly low price ( at least to me it seemed low ??? ) listed for this one, give it a good look first.

Look over carefully. There are a ton of options that could have been added to increase value. Get underneath and see if it has disc brakes or drum. Does it have the Centerpoint (Air bag) suspension? What about the Trailair (air bag) pin box. Check the dual pane windows for clouding which would be caused by a bad seal on the dual pane. Look over the caulk at the seams on the exterior for cracking as that might be the fastest way to make sure that the chances of discovering water damage are minimal. I'm very happy with mine that was purchased used in 2011 from a dealer. I was limited to dealer as I had a unit that needed to be traded. I would have no issues with private purchase if the price and unit checks out. Randu

They are intended for full-timing but that doesn't mean it would suit you. Need to go walk thru a few and visualize living in it. Would the floor plan work for you? Prices can vary greatly based on condition. I would not buy from a private party unless you really know what you're doing and very familiar with what to look for inside & out. From a dealer I'd expect you'd get some type of short term warranty along with a PDI & walk-thru.

B.O. Plenty wrote:
Quality wise they are among the best. Look for them online and see what similar years are selling for. Doesn't sound like a bad price for a quality rug.

B.O.

Is the quality suitable for full-timing?