Buying a used Class A Repairs to Expect?

You asked two questions in your OP. The first is what it will cost for repairs and renovations. Based on my expieriance with a MH of that age I would say plan on $5,000 to get it the way you want it if you do all the work your self. The second question is what to look for in an older MH. I would say maintainance is more important than brand. Next look at the CCC will it be enough for how you plan to camp. Do you have enough storage and fresh water. Are you going to be happy with the HP to Wt ratio if you plan on trips out west. I would choose a well maintained entry level MH with no water leaks over a higher price one where the owner never got up on the roof and failed to caulk it. I have keep track of all expenses over 12 years of ownership for repairs,mods and maintainance and have spent $14, 000 in total. roughly one half for repair and mods. Travel expenses run between $60 and $100/day depending on where I travel. Buying a used MH and doing the work yourself can be rewarding and cost effective or turn into a money pit if you have to take it to a dealer every time something goes wrong.