Newbie looking for advice
So I'm new to the world of 5th wheels and I'm looking to dive in head first and live in one! Where I live property prices are absurd and i pay way too much rent with very few options. I do however have family that own a decent property that has a black/grey water cleanout, water supply, electical, etc etc everything I would need. So I've started looking at local 5th wheels to buy. I settled on a 5th wheel over a tow behind because I'm going to be parking it for 2 to 3 years without moving it and the inside space/headroom is just night and day.
What should I know? I've done a bit of reading as to maintenance and things of that nature that need to be done but what could I be overlooking here? I'm not concerned with the overall living space reduction or the fact that everything is smaller (shower, fridge, sink etc). What roadblocks might I run into?
-I'm going to skirt it to save on propane
-I go to costco more than once a week anyways so refilling propane is easy enough
-cleanouts and supplies all within 10 feet of where I would park
-Debating tarping or covering it in some way to prevent any issues with water (good or bad idea?)
-I'm an electrician by trade and I know my way around a toolbox so small maintenance issues won't scare me
Currently I'm narrowed down to 2 options as well and I wanted input/feedback
Option 1 - https://www.travelandrvcanada.com/inv/2006-Forest-River-Silverback-29-LRGBS-14301D/#mainpic
I can get this one for $24k canadian, it's a 2006 but it has a really good open feeling and a lighter coloured interior which I'm fond of
Option 2 - http://sales.fraserway.com/Page.aspx/diid/11560685/list/InventoryList/pageId/147531/location/Abbotsford/view/Details/2010-Komfort-TRAILBLAZER-277RL.aspx
I saw the dealership paperwork on this one, they got it for $24,200 and the sales manager told me he would sell it to me for $25k which is a wash for the dealership. It's 4 years newer than option 1, a little smaller with a smaller feel to it. I prefer the decor a little more. It has an insurance declaration on it from a previous incident where the roof was damaged (might hurt resale but was all fixed properly)
To be honest I'm on the fence, 4 years newer is huge when you're talking 12 years old vs 8 years old. I know nothing of the brands reputations or issues with the models etc etc which is why I'm asking for help and opinions.
What i'm concerned about:
Resale (I'll be most likely selling in 3 years or so)
livability
unforseen issues with brand or model
What should I know? I've done a bit of reading as to maintenance and things of that nature that need to be done but what could I be overlooking here? I'm not concerned with the overall living space reduction or the fact that everything is smaller (shower, fridge, sink etc). What roadblocks might I run into?
-I'm going to skirt it to save on propane
-I go to costco more than once a week anyways so refilling propane is easy enough
-cleanouts and supplies all within 10 feet of where I would park
-Debating tarping or covering it in some way to prevent any issues with water (good or bad idea?)
-I'm an electrician by trade and I know my way around a toolbox so small maintenance issues won't scare me
Currently I'm narrowed down to 2 options as well and I wanted input/feedback
Option 1 - https://www.travelandrvcanada.com/inv/2006-Forest-River-Silverback-29-LRGBS-14301D/#mainpic
I can get this one for $24k canadian, it's a 2006 but it has a really good open feeling and a lighter coloured interior which I'm fond of
Option 2 - http://sales.fraserway.com/Page.aspx/diid/11560685/list/InventoryList/pageId/147531/location/Abbotsford/view/Details/2010-Komfort-TRAILBLAZER-277RL.aspx
I saw the dealership paperwork on this one, they got it for $24,200 and the sales manager told me he would sell it to me for $25k which is a wash for the dealership. It's 4 years newer than option 1, a little smaller with a smaller feel to it. I prefer the decor a little more. It has an insurance declaration on it from a previous incident where the roof was damaged (might hurt resale but was all fixed properly)
To be honest I'm on the fence, 4 years newer is huge when you're talking 12 years old vs 8 years old. I know nothing of the brands reputations or issues with the models etc etc which is why I'm asking for help and opinions.
What i'm concerned about:
Resale (I'll be most likely selling in 3 years or so)
livability
unforseen issues with brand or model
