Answered: How Much Does a Class A DP Cost?

lonewolf80 wrote:
Well back to the subject at hand, I am surprised more gas owners have not chimed in. Since that is the group I belong to, I find the numbers alarming, whether the OP's or others. Like many gas owners I too aspire to one day move up to a DP. But not until I and my DW are retired. One of the pointed out stats I find interesting is using a DP at least 100 days per year to justify the cost. Using our Georgetown 40-50 nights per year on average since we purchased it in 2012 hasn't broken the bank. Average insurance per year- $700 (now $790) Purchased in 2012 exactly one year old to the day for $72000. High NADA today $62000. If I were to sell it today I'd be happy with $50-$52000. Yearly oil change at the end of the season @ 6 quarts oil and filter changed by me- $30. Chassis lube at yearly inspection $40. Genny oil and filter changed yearly by me- $24. Repair/replace, new Kwikee electric steps installed by me, bought through Forest River with tax and shipping- $404. New tires two weeks ago replacing my cracked Michelins with Sumitomo's- $2200.88 incl. tax and install. Paid for repairs or maintenance- $500 insurance deductible for awning repair do to me cutting a corner to close backing into a site.

When I add up my expenses to some of the numbers tossed around with DP ownership it confirms my reason for owning the rig I do based on my use and what I am looking to get from it with out breaking the bank.

I'm right there with you. We're currently camping at Polson Motorcoach Resort and surrounded by the most beautiful DP's I've ever seen and the jealousy and "wants" is pulling hard on my wallet as we camp in our old 2004 Rexhall gas rig. When I look at the initial investment of $12,500 plus $3000 for new Toyo load range H tires, and knowing we can only go so many times a year makes it really hard to justify any change from our current rig. Many thanks to the OP and the others for sharing their experiences as it's all very useful information