Pitfalls of buying an older C???
I am seriously considering (at some point in the next couple of years) looking for an inexpensive but low mileage small class C. I would be using this to travel on some extended trips either by mysel...
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A few things I'd try to find-
Something that has been stored under a roof for substantial time.
No musty mildew smell inside.
Its hard to see everything when looking for water damage. Look into everything you can-compartments, cabinets, behind furniture etc. with a good flashlight. Maybe you can see under flooring in some areas. Make sure floor feels solid.
If the unit has had recent use that is a plus. I've had older low miler vehicles and boats have lots of shakedown pains till they get sorted out.
Newer the better within budget all things equal. Lots of depreciation has already occurred with early to mid 2000s units. The engines are more powerful in the later units and they haven't had as much time to deteriorate.
Something that has been stored under a roof for substantial time.
No musty mildew smell inside.
Its hard to see everything when looking for water damage. Look into everything you can-compartments, cabinets, behind furniture etc. with a good flashlight. Maybe you can see under flooring in some areas. Make sure floor feels solid.
If the unit has had recent use that is a plus. I've had older low miler vehicles and boats have lots of shakedown pains till they get sorted out.
Newer the better within budget all things equal. Lots of depreciation has already occurred with early to mid 2000s units. The engines are more powerful in the later units and they haven't had as much time to deteriorate.
