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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Yeah $10 grand for the 85 Winnie is a bit extreme! :h
Maybe it was already totally renovated??
As others have said, no MH is going to be GOOD on MPG.
But the smiles per gallon can be fantastic!
Personally I find the DIY tweaks & mods a big part of the fun in owning a MH. Since you say you're handy, you should have a ball with that.
If you can find an older rig that is in great shape, good running condition, & everything working, you'll have a good starting point. Then I'd budget another $3000 or so, to go through it with all new tires, brakes, hoses, tune-up, etc.
Personally I'd be looking at 2000 and newer rigs (unless you were springing for top older diesel).
Shop, Shop, & Shop some more (especially private party) - great deals can be had!
Best of luck!
Maybe it was already totally renovated??
As others have said, no MH is going to be GOOD on MPG.
But the smiles per gallon can be fantastic!
Personally I find the DIY tweaks & mods a big part of the fun in owning a MH. Since you say you're handy, you should have a ball with that.
If you can find an older rig that is in great shape, good running condition, & everything working, you'll have a good starting point. Then I'd budget another $3000 or so, to go through it with all new tires, brakes, hoses, tune-up, etc.
Personally I'd be looking at 2000 and newer rigs (unless you were springing for top older diesel).
Shop, Shop, & Shop some more (especially private party) - great deals can be had!
Best of luck!
