Is an old Class-A affordable to drive?
Hi you all. I don't have a motorhome, but I sure am dreaming of owning one! A few weeks ago I went to a used RV dealer in Phoenix, AZ. They had a 1985 Winnabego Chieftain 23' that was in awesome condi...
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If your worried about gas mileage then you should not be looking at motorhomes.
Even the newer Class A coaches don't get that much better mileage.
RV's in general are a want and not a need. Just like a boat.
I would be skeptical about buying an older coach to save money only because of the likely hood of some major items needing replacement. I.e. Tires, refrigerator, roof, dry rot repair, chassis repair, etc.
It's not a matter of IF but WHEN you will need to sink more money into your coach. This applies to new and old alike.
Good luck with your search.
Even the newer Class A coaches don't get that much better mileage.
RV's in general are a want and not a need. Just like a boat.
I would be skeptical about buying an older coach to save money only because of the likely hood of some major items needing replacement. I.e. Tires, refrigerator, roof, dry rot repair, chassis repair, etc.
It's not a matter of IF but WHEN you will need to sink more money into your coach. This applies to new and old alike.
Good luck with your search.
