Value of trade when sent back to factory
Just was wondering. If a unit is returned to the factory for a repair (not damage but factory issue) would the trade value be less based on that fact?
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- Shouldn't -----factory repairs done all the time on MANY USED RVs.
Value affected by age, condition, model and location.
What really affects value is a 'salvaged title'
Otherwise it is just another USED unit. - The value of RVs drops quickly so factory repairs won't have much bearing on the value other than the buyer may view a factory repair as "better" than a DIY or RV dealer repair.
- No change at all, the value drops like a rock regardless. Now if you have major problems like delamination or major frame issues and they were disclosed that might turn buyers off. However run off the mill stuff isn't a problem imo
- Hopefully it will up the value.
They are correcting issues that if not fixed will lower the value. - How would anyone know whether repairs were done at the factory or a dealership?
It shouldn't have any affect at all.
Jim - TusconJim is correct. it's not like there is a carfax like reporting service for towable RV's.
- A factory repair is better than no repair and most likely better than a dealer repair. It's certainly worth more than when unrepaired.
It reminds of when I hauled the Newmar from Florida to Indiana to get a slide floor replaced. - I'm not suggesting failing to disclose a problem but if it's fixed why mention it?
