I owned a 5er several years ago but sold it due to a move. I am interested in getting another one. I still have my tow vehicle, 2004 Silverado 3500 diesel, that I plan to use. I can afford to spend around 20K. I would like something in the 27-32 foot range. I don't need something really nice but want something as reliable as I can get. I would appreciate any advice on what brands or models have a good reputation for being reliable in my price range. I would also be like to hear from others that have searched for a purchased a used 5er, how was your experience and any advice you can offer.Thanks for any help.

Lots of older 5ers are still in great condition. Just a matter of finding one and carefully inspecting it. I have a 2007 34’ Montana that is lightly used for its age and in very good condition. Someone will get a very good trailer a few thousand below $20k when I get ready to sell. Which may be in the near future since our travel has been severely curtailed by other factors.

BB_TX wrote:Lots of older 5ers are still in great condition. Just a matter of finding one and carefully inspecting it. I agree. Remember that water leaks are the death of 5ers. However, a lot of people purchased RV to camp the summer of 2020 due to the Covid so the 2020 market for RVs was very HOT in 2020. In a few years when non-RV travel is back to normal one may not be able to give away a used RV as the 2020 RVers get rid of no longer needed RVs

Heck yeah, I think the $5 gas that is coming will change the market.

Lots of older high end 5ers to choose from. Alpenlite, Carriage, Nu Wa, Mobile Suite for starters.

Dave H M wrote:Heck yeah, I think the $5 gas that is coming will change the market.X2!

Will it be difficult to find a reliable 5er on a 20K budget

FlatBroke
Explorer II
Feb 25, 2021
Dave H M wrote:
Heck yeah, I think the $5 gas that is coming will change the market.

X2!
Veebyes
Explorer II
Feb 25, 2021
Lots of older high end 5ers to choose from. Alpenlite, Carriage, Nu Wa, Mobile Suite for starters.
Dave_H_M
Explorer II
Feb 25, 2021
Heck yeah, I think the $5 gas that is coming will change the market.
TenOC
Nomad
Feb 25, 2021
BB_TX wrote:
Lots of older 5ers are still in great condition. Just a matter of finding one and carefully inspecting it.

I agree. Remember that water leaks are the death of 5ers. However, a lot of people purchased RV to camp the summer of 2020 due to the Covid so the 2020 market for RVs was very HOT in 2020. In a few years when non-RV travel is back to normal one may not be able to give away a used RV as the 2020 RVers get rid of no longer needed RVs
BB_TX
Nomad
Feb 25, 2021
Lots of older 5ers are still in great condition. Just a matter of finding one and carefully inspecting it. I have a 2007 34’ Montana that is lightly used for its age and in very good condition. Someone will get a very good trailer a few thousand below $20k when I get ready to sell. Which may be in the near future since our travel has been severely curtailed by other factors.

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