Possible C class newbie...

Sam Spade wrote:

Jerseydevil wrote:

Going to plan a dry run overnighter somewhere in NJ!

Can you actually park overnight anywhere in Jersey and still have your wheels the next morning ?? :B

Sorry, I just couldn't resist.

Always a wise guy, Jersey is full of them. We get a bad rap, but anyone who knows the state knows there is more to it then the turnpike wasteland.lol:B

Jerseydevil wrote:

Going to plan a dry run overnighter somewhere in NJ!

Can you actually park overnight anywhere in Jersey and still have your wheels the next morning ?? :B

Sorry, I just couldn't resist.

Done deal! $24,000, waiting on title transfer. Will be seeing me around with plenty of dumb questions...lol.

Going to plan a dry run overnighter somewhere in NJ!

Thanks all for your help and comments.

26,000 sounds good, if all checks out.

Jerseydevil wrote:
If all checks out, what is a fair offer price to settle on for a comparable vehicle?

I thought the $26K quoted in your original post was pretty close.
If it's in good shape don't insult him by going too low.

Safety Stuff:

Use mirrors carefully and make sure that a motorcycle or small car is not in your rear blind spot when changing lanes to the right. Miss an off ramp rather than risk a side swipe accident. Use a GPS to plan ahead for merges and off ramps. In parking, when in doubt get out and/or have someone signal you to back into a space without hitting something behind or above. Don't wipe off front overhan in a fast food drive-through. Make sure TV antenna is down before driving. Don't let impatient car/truck drivers pressure you to drive faster than you feel safe on curvy roads and down-grades.Pull off road when completely safe and let 'em pass. Have brake fluid flushed and replaced while having entire brake system checked and serviced, including front flexible brake lines and calipers. If tires are over 5 years old have them inspected for side wall cracks and replaced if needed. RV tires go bad sitting parked and may look new but come apart underway and can damage underside parts of RV like holding tanks, wiring and propane lines. Have engine cooling checked including belts, hoses, radiator, clutch fan and water pump. Safety First!!

Be aware that sometimes an 'inspection' does not include all the inside appliances, just that the chassis part is in good working condition.

Run all appliances while hooked up to shore power.
AND
Then run all the appliances while on just the generator. Many forget to test them using the gen.

I.E. hot water heater, furnace, ac, fridge, micro, stove

Good Luck! Sounds like you found a real nice to to you RV for your travels. :C

Current status is owner will be driving it to a reputable dealer for a complete inspection. I will pay for the inspection.
Getting real close. If all checks out, what is a fair offer price to settle on for a comparable vehicle?

Sam Spade wrote:

Jerseydevil wrote:

Not from dealer, personal sale. Was thinking of paying for inspection, but not sure if its worth it.

That's a tough call.
Unless you have a recommendation for an honest and competent RV shop, it's a **** shoot.

Have you ever driven a BIG truck before.....like a moving truck ?
They take a WIDE space to turn and the back end swings WIDE to the outside.

Yes, understood. Have driven and rented quite a few over years.

Jerseydevil wrote:

Not from dealer, personal sale. Was thinking of paying for inspection, but not sure if its worth it.

That's a tough call.
Unless you have a recommendation for an honest and competent RV shop, it's a **** shoot.

Have you ever driven a BIG truck before.....like a moving truck ?
They take a WIDE space to turn and the back end swings WIDE to the outside.