In my search I found a number of discussions where people buy former rental rigs.Cruise America now has a number of used 2008+ 25 and 28 ft RVs that have just a little over 100K on the ODO (not all of them are at 150k+...)They are mostly four winds models.Very spartan inside, tpo roof, etc.No TVs, no awnings, no slide outs, no levels.Selling price range - $19-25K. one year warranty on power train.How much life can I realistically get out of one of this units?Will it last 5 years? Lets assume that they were serviced regularly, but did take some abuse from renters.At that odometer readings, what usually goes bad ?Are those ford transmissions pretty reliable?E350/E450 engines? Getting one of these rigs might save me a lot of money, or it may not...

What would you pay for an equivalent F350/450 truck? Since the rigs are rented without leveling system you might guess that some people parked off level, since it is easier on short stops, this could damage the Norcold or Dometic frig. That's the only RV accessory with a hefty price tag I can think of.

Expensive things I see on these rigs, private or rental: a/c, generator, fridge, roof.IF the roof was not properly looked after, could be problematic.

There have been some very informative posts on here from people who have actually purchased a former rental, not just people who are blow hards about a rental.Having said that, with your due diligence, I think a former rental represents a good value.

No "blow harding" here when we looked at some rentals , they were NOT like a few have said , tires, flooring etc replaced , they were drove hard and put away , well you know the term.A few had less then 100k miles most had anywhere from 140-175K miles on them and looked it. Oh and in the high $30's too ! We just went away shaking our heads bewildered ...

I've repeated this before, it was once posted by a RV.NET member.Question: What's the difference between an ATV and a rental RV?Answer: The rental RV can go anywhere.There are members who bought former rental units with good results.Whatever you are considering buying, check it out very well.This includes former rentals, privately owned or units from a dealer.There are a lot of units available. Do your research before buying.And, don't be in a hurry to buy. Condition is the important thing when buying a used RV.Keep us updated on you decision.

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gbopp
Explorer
Apr 09, 2015
I've repeated this before, it was once posted by a RV.NET member.

Question: What's the difference between an ATV and a rental RV?
Answer: The rental RV can go anywhere.

There are members who bought former rental units with good results.
Whatever you are considering buying, check it out very well.
This includes former rentals, privately owned or units from a dealer.
There are a lot of units available. Do your research before buying.
And, don't be in a hurry to buy. Condition is the important thing when buying a used RV.

Keep us updated on you decision.
OFDPOS
Explorer
Apr 09, 2015
No "blow harding" here when we looked at some rentals , they were NOT like a few have said , tires, flooring etc replaced , they were drove hard and put away , well you know the term.
A few had less then 100k miles most had anywhere from 140-175K miles on them and looked it. Oh and in the high $30's too ! We just went away shaking our heads bewildered ...
DownTheAvenue
Explorer
Apr 09, 2015
There have been some very informative posts on here from people who have actually purchased a former rental, not just people who are blow hards about a rental.

Having said that, with your due diligence, I think a former rental represents a good value.
Veik
Explorer
Apr 09, 2015
Expensive things I see on these rigs, private or rental: a/c, generator, fridge, roof.
IF the roof was not properly looked after, could be problematic.
kalynzoo
Explorer
Apr 09, 2015
What would you pay for an equivalent F350/450 truck? Since the rigs are rented without leveling system you might guess that some people parked off level, since it is easier on short stops, this could damage the Norcold or Dometic frig. That's the only RV accessory with a hefty price tag I can think of.

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