Buying new vs. Pre-owned (3 years old)
I am just wondering what are the pros and cons in buying new vs pre-owned? How do you justify buying new and take all the depreciation within three years? Maybe you can shed light to me how to perceiv...
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New - get exact model, options (larger a/c, upgraded tires/rims, etc), colors, also you get a warranty.
Used - save $$$$ (maybe), difficult to get exact mode, options, colors and no warranty. Maybe get someone else's "lemon". Tires, battery, appliances, awning could have considerable wear and aging (esp tires & battery).
We've gone both ways. Buys used first then when you know exactly what you want for longer terms, IMO go new. On used rv's we purchased, had to make repairs almost each trip out, including awning, roof, tires, plumbing lines, and carpet was well worn.
Used - save $$$$ (maybe), difficult to get exact mode, options, colors and no warranty. Maybe get someone else's "lemon". Tires, battery, appliances, awning could have considerable wear and aging (esp tires & battery).
We've gone both ways. Buys used first then when you know exactly what you want for longer terms, IMO go new. On used rv's we purchased, had to make repairs almost each trip out, including awning, roof, tires, plumbing lines, and carpet was well worn.
