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Repairman
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May 24, 2014

advice used dp HR Monaco or Country coach

Hey everyone, we are looking at 3 used DP. They all have comparable miles. First is a 2004 Windsor for 100k pretty well loaded, 40pdq. Second is a 2004 CC Allure 3 slide with tag axle for about 120k. Third but no least is a 2008 HR Imperial 4 slide 45 ft for about 175k. They all sound great and we know they are all well built. We have not been able to see any of them yet due to they are not nearby. Looking for in put on which may be the best bang for the buck and ROI. It looks like units take another drop in value at about the 12 year mark, has anyone else noticed that? Looking forward to everyone's opinions One other thing, all by owners not dealers and we have already sold our 5r. Thanks.
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  • sdianel_-acct_c's avatar
    sdianel_-acct_c
    Explorer
    May 25, 2014
    We have a 2004 Country Coach Allure (33') and love it. We have put 100,000 miles on it in 5 years. Very well built. You can also ask questions on the yahoo groups country coach owners forum. The Country Coach factory is open for parts and service in Oregon. We have a former CC tech who monitors the CC yahoo group and can get parts. We have had no problem getting service or parts. Wouldn't hesitate to buy another CC.
  • JTHarley's avatar
    JTHarley
    Explorer
    May 25, 2014
    5 extra feet, tag axle and quad slide is what I would go for. As far as the ROI….that is just not something I am used to hearing when it concerns a motorhome. My coach (2005) was well over a million dollars when new…….I bought it last year and paid a little over .40 cents on the dollar.

    The ROI is the happiness and memories you create which is priceless.
  • Kidoo's avatar
    Kidoo
    Explorer
    May 24, 2014
    Interesting the 12 year hit. I think I noticed that too, that would put a 2002 model taking a bigger hit. What I noticed from 1999 it take a bigger hit, like it is in the previous century.

    I am trying to find the best year to buy. If I buy a 2002 or a 2006. The 2002 seems to hang in there but it will take a hit a few years after. The 2006 still has some years to go before it takes the next plunge.
  • Mr_Mark1's avatar
    Mr_Mark1
    Explorer
    May 24, 2014
    Dick and Connie, just from your description, the 2008 HR Imperial seems to be nice, also, it's newer which should have the new TV's. It may also have the particulate filter which has not given us one iota of a problem in 65,700 miles of driving.

    The one thing that will be the 'kicker' are the maintenance records for all the coaches and tire date codes.

    Good luck, let us know what you decide.

    Mark
  • Repairman's avatar
    Repairman
    Explorer
    May 24, 2014
    To Steve, I understand what you are saying on the ROI, what I am trying to determine is which unit is the best bang. I know it depends on the economy also.

    Ivylog, thanks for the advise. Any thoughts on thr 4 year newer plus 1 extra slide, and 5 extra feet on the tag units, other than the ride? The Imperial has the 425 Cummins.
  • Ivylog's avatar
    Ivylog
    Explorer III
    May 24, 2014
    Save a step and some money by ruling out the non tag unit. How is that saving money... you'll end up with a tag axle coach so do not do it like I did in two steps$$$. Does the Imperial have a Cummins ISL 425 HP? The CC will have a softer ride, but the Imperial will handle curvy roads better.
  • steveownby's avatar
    steveownby
    Explorer
    May 24, 2014
    Repairman wrote:
    Hey everyone, we are looking at 3 used DP. They all have comparable miles. First is a 2004 Windsor for 100k pretty well loaded, 40pdq. Second is a 2004 CC Allure 3 slide with tag axle for about 120k. Third but no least is a 2008 HR Imperial 4 slide 45 ft for about 175k. They all sound great and we know they are all well built. We have not been able to see any of them yet due to they are not nearby. Looking for in put on which may be the best bang for the buck and ROI. It looks like units take another drop in value at about the 12 year mark, has anyone else noticed that? Looking forward to everyone's opinions One other thing, all by owners not dealers and we have already sold our 5r. Thanks.


    ROI and speaking of coaches as investments is not realistic. Of course, many people found out that real estate can go down also. We sold our house and moved into our coach 7 years ago and we have never been sorry. The Imperial is the class of this field and the most expensive. You need to drive these coaches and then you will know. There is no other way. Good luck & enjoy the search.

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