Buying cheap to fix, good idea?
Hi all, I have a question that hopefully some of you experienced RVers can help me with. I am currently in the market for an RV. I don't have any experience with them, but I have been doing an extre...
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It is possible.
I would not be looking as old as you stated.
The older the unit the more possible work it needs.
If you are a real handy DYI person, you can do most of
what you will likely run into. I see you stated that
"This will be my home for the next several years".
A rebuild with your intended use could be different from
one where you intended to flip for a quick profit. You
would be looking at what you like and not a possible buyer.
Careful inspection of roof, walls, electric and water will
go a long way to cutting expenses. The Class C on the E450
chassis is a real proven work horse. Those on the E350 chassis are
narrower, with less capacity. Tires over 10 years old have timed out
and need to be replaced.
Careful inspection and a lot of work can get you what you want.
I would not be looking as old as you stated.
The older the unit the more possible work it needs.
If you are a real handy DYI person, you can do most of
what you will likely run into. I see you stated that
"This will be my home for the next several years".
A rebuild with your intended use could be different from
one where you intended to flip for a quick profit. You
would be looking at what you like and not a possible buyer.
Careful inspection of roof, walls, electric and water will
go a long way to cutting expenses. The Class C on the E450
chassis is a real proven work horse. Those on the E350 chassis are
narrower, with less capacity. Tires over 10 years old have timed out
and need to be replaced.
Careful inspection and a lot of work can get you what you want.
