Looking seriously at a 1999 DSDP3884 Dutch star

We have an 02 DSDP with ~95,000 miles on it. So the mileage seems low which means it has sat for a long period of time. At minimum I would have Cummins run a diagnostic check, and Allison check the transmission. Replacing tires will cost say about $300.00 each.

DSDP have a well earned reputation for quality and survived the 2008 and later bankruptcy problems many others had. Not sure what you definition of perfect is. Frankly it seems a little high or is this their asking price.

If the wife liked it I would make an offer at say $25,000.

wvabeer wrote:
Any thoughts I should look at. new diesel gen, 330 Cummings 34000 miles perfect condition. $30,000 needs tires (10 years old)

they come with a 300HP ISC R U sure its a 330HP;; if its premium cond
its worth 30K even with needing tires
tires are cheap now with the offshsore ones available
very low mileage for 18 years old

If the tires are 22.5, which I think they are, they are not cheap. For michelin tires you can double the total cost stated above. I replaced the steer tires this morning. Mounted and balanced cost $600 each through the FMCA/ Michelin advantage tire progrsm. Smaller tires will be less.

wallynm wrote:
We have an 02 DSDP with ~95,000 miles on it. So the mileage seems low which means it has sat for a long period of time. At minimum I would have Cummins run a diagnostic check, and Allison check the transmission. Replacing tires will cost say about $300.00 each.

DSDP have a well earned reputation for quality and survived the 2008 and later bankruptcy problems many others had. Not sure what you definition of perfect is. Frankly it seems a little high or is this their asking price.

If the wife liked it I would make an offer at say $25,000.

The guy is firm on 30 I tried. I only saw a little oil, just wet on the end of the breather tube hanging down everything looked great. The guy had it for 14 years and took it to the nascar races and car shows. i have a log for every gallon of fuel and every part. I just was curious about the 330 Cummins , if there are known problems.

wvabeer wrote:

wallynm wrote:
We have an 02 DSDP with ~95,000 miles on it. So the mileage seems low which means it has sat for a long period of time. At minimum I would have Cummins run a diagnostic check, and Allison check the transmission. Replacing tires will cost say about $300.00 each.

DSDP have a well earned reputation for quality and survived the 2008 and later bankruptcy problems many others had. Not sure what you definition of perfect is. Frankly it seems a little high or is this their asking price.

If the wife liked it I would make an offer at say $25,000.

The guy is firm on 30 I tried. I only saw a little oil, just wet on the end of the breather tube hanging down everything looked great. The guy had it for 14 years and took it to the nascar races and car shows. i have a log for every gallon of fuel and every part. I just was curious about the 330 Cummins , if there are known problems.

Like I asked you R U sure its 330HP because all the ones I look at are all 300HP? the guys on the money at 30K

hostage wrote:

wvabeer wrote:

wallynm wrote:
We have an 02 DSDP with ~95,000 miles on it. So the mileage seems low which means it has sat for a long period of time. At minimum I would have Cummins run a diagnostic check, and Allison check the transmission. Replacing tires will cost say about $300.00 each.

DSDP have a well earned reputation for quality and survived the 2008 and later bankruptcy problems many others had. Not sure what you definition of perfect is. Frankly it seems a little high or is this their asking price.

If the wife liked it I would make an offer at say $25,000.

The guy is firm on 30 I tried. I only saw a little oil, just wet on the end of the breather tube hanging down everything looked great. The guy had it for 14 years and took it to the nascar races and car shows. i have a log for every gallon of fuel and every part. I just was curious about the 330 Cummins , if there are known problems.

Like I asked you R U sure its 330HP because all the ones I look at are all 300HP? the guys on the money at 30K

I am curious too about the 330 en I asked when he said 330? then its a cat he no 330 cummins so I cannot find a 330 in a spartan chassis of that year. It must be a 300. Are the 300's enough to tow a pickup with scooters in the bed?

wvabeer wrote:

hostage wrote:

wvabeer wrote:

wallynm wrote:
We have an 02 DSDP with ~95,000 miles on it. So the mileage seems low which means it has sat for a long period of time. At minimum I would have Cummins run a diagnostic check, and Allison check the transmission. Replacing tires will cost say about $300.00 each.

DSDP have a well earned reputation for quality and survived the 2008 and later bankruptcy problems many others had. Not sure what you definition of perfect is. Frankly it seems a little high or is this their asking price.

If the wife liked it I would make an offer at say $25,000.

The guy is firm on 30 I tried. I only saw a little oil, just wet on the end of the breather tube hanging down everything looked great. The guy had it for 14 years and took it to the nascar races and car shows. i have a log for every gallon of fuel and every part. I just was curious about the 330 Cummins , if there are known problems.

Like I asked you R U sure its 330HP because all the ones I look at are all 300HP? the guys on the money at 30K

I am curious too about the 330 en I asked when he said 330? then its a cat he no 330 cummins so I cannot find a 330 in a spartan chassis of that year. It must be a 300. Are the 300's enough to tow a pickup with scooters in the bed?

get the engine serial number and easy to get the correct HP;; I had a 325 Cummins and it was Ok but not outstanding ;; Personally I think with MH loaded pulling a loaded PU its going to be under powered by my standards; would not be my choice (Power wise)

i paid $400 each for Toyo 22.5 tires last year

dutch star has a good reputation

IIRC the Dutch Star I use the previous owner had the engine upgraded to 330hp through a dealer but I will try to confirm. I believe it was just programming done during a routine stop. On a side note my tires were weathered also and was wondering where is a good place to get good value tires.

wvabeer wrote:
Any thoughts I should look at. new diesel gen, 330 Cummings 34000 miles perfect condition. $30,000 needs tires (10 years old)

I would think the test drive should tell - those were rock Solid units - the Dutch Star and the Mountaire were the most popular units and if it's been well cared for like you say it should be Fine.

Oil and Transmission fluid check if possible should give you the info you are looking for. Is the Roof Tight?

No it's not a 500 HP but the 300-330 should serve you well.

Let us Know what you decide, and

Best of Luck,