2003 Four Winds 5000 - Advice
Been lurking here for a few months and been scanning local Craigslist and other online classifieds for RV's. Been wanting to try a small MH for weekend trips with the family. Sometimes to visit fa...
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It does sound a bit high but taking condition into account and It being on a Chevy Chassis is a plus, More room in the drivers area and it is more comfortable and better ride than the ones on a Ford chassis and they don't have the handling problems that plague the Fords.
As far as durability,I have a Class C on a Chevy chassis that was a Former Rental and it now has over 100000 miles on it and I have not had any problems with it at all. They do get a tad bit better mileage than the Fords.To learn more about about RVs on a Chevy Chassis This Thread may be of help.
After you have carefully inspected the rig for water damage, listened to the engine , test driven it, ran the generator and air conditioners, and asked about age of tires,that is very important,they should be no more than 6 years old to be safe and any repairs or upgrades needed for road-readiness, make a realistic offer and if the owner wants a lot more, leave your phone number in case he re-considers the offer. If the owner really wants to sell he may work with you.A good idea is having it inspected by a truck mechanic or an RV repair service before you pay the final asking price.
Good luck.
As far as durability,I have a Class C on a Chevy chassis that was a Former Rental and it now has over 100000 miles on it and I have not had any problems with it at all. They do get a tad bit better mileage than the Fords.To learn more about about RVs on a Chevy Chassis This Thread may be of help.
After you have carefully inspected the rig for water damage, listened to the engine , test driven it, ran the generator and air conditioners, and asked about age of tires,that is very important,they should be no more than 6 years old to be safe and any repairs or upgrades needed for road-readiness, make a realistic offer and if the owner wants a lot more, leave your phone number in case he re-considers the offer. If the owner really wants to sell he may work with you.A good idea is having it inspected by a truck mechanic or an RV repair service before you pay the final asking price.
Good luck.
