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Bordercollie
Jan 17, 2015Explorer
If the housebox is in good no-leaks shape and house batteries and converter charger, interior lights, roof AC, dash AC, fridge, microwave, water heater, furnace, awning and RV generator is working properly, and tires are less than five years old per date codes, and engine cooling system, brakes, engine and transmission are OK, the price may be good, a lot depends on what it may need in repairs, upgrades,etc. to make it truly ready for touring and camping. Exterior and interior fading and wear should also be taken into account. Expect appliances to need repairs/replacements as most will need expensive repairs or replacements at about 10 years with normal usage. Any RV is a box truck full of appliances and devices that are subject to failure. If you can have a pro truck mechanic and an RV service check used RV out and give you written estimates for any repairs needed to make a buy or walk away decision. Don't buy on impulse and don't buy an extended warranty. You may do better buying from private party than a dealer. A used RV that has been driven an average of 5000 miles per year, and maintained well may be a bargain. This is nothing like buying an SUV.
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