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Desert Captain wrote:
IMHO: Coachmen {much like Thor} = Entry level... they can be a decent value if you find a lightly used {with the inevitable initial bugs worked out, repaired or replaced}, well maintained unit that is priced right but there are lots of choices out there that offer a much higher level of quality. Walk any major RV dealership and the lowest price motorhomes on the lot will always be Coachmen and Thor.

As always... Opinions and YMMV.

:C

IMHO
I have been RV'ing for 42 years. there was a time when you could easily tell when a RV was a true quality build. Not so easy any more...yep not even by the name. Example Thor is the builder of ...Airstream. Many many other examples.
I have repaired high level high quality rigs such as Safari also known as Monaco and Arctic Fox just to name a few. Often they use the same parts and appliances and floor coverings and furniture as the lowly "entry level."
So I am now the kinda of guy that has adopted the motto..."show me."
So my quest continues....what kind of experiences regarding quality has anyone had with Coachman Class C??
By the way am I an entry level or is Coachman entry level? It feels a little demeaning. Plus it is a little frustrating to be spending tens of thousands and find out that it is only entry level.
How about just dropping the classification.

IMHO: Coachmen {much like Thor} = Entry level... they can be a decent value if you find a lightly used {with the inevitable initial bugs worked out, repaired or replaced}, well maintained unit that is priced right but there are lots of choices out there that offer a much higher level of quality. Walk any major RV dealership and the lowest price motorhomes on the lot will always be Coachmen and Thor.

As always... Opinions and YMMV.

:C

Do a very careful inspection, run every system and drive it. Read the warranty, if any, twice. Everything fixed before your money is on the table. And start enjoying!

I think the RV market has been so good lately they can’t build them fast enough.
They have to hire new untrained people and quality has suffered.
Also, remember you are driving a house down a bumpy road simulating an earthquake.
You will always have little issues on any R.V, even a $2m Prevost. I’ve heard people who buy a new RV and think it’s junk because a couple of screws came loose or trim fell off. If you can’t fix the little things yourself, plan to spend $120 per hour for an “RV Tech”
Just like anything, there are the lemons out there and most people on post when they have a problem.
I haven’t seen too many posts from owners just to say there “whatever item” is great and haven’t had any problems.
Buy it, use it and maintain it and enjoy the RV lifestyle.

With RVs they say “Be handy or have a lot of money”. On the other hand even if money isn’t an issue i cant imagine the torture of dealing with having someone do everything. Too much incompetence and dishonesty.

The name of the web site says it all (Pissed Customer). I would expect negatives from there. Over all, a lot of people complain, few people prase, so take it with a grain of salt.

there three large companys the make all of the c class coachmen is not coachmen anymore the company has been bought out as was said do a good walk through take notes and pics.if needed take your time dont be rushed buy anyone. as was said once its off the lot its yours.. make very sure everything works to your to your liking.. dont be affraid to try to get your money that scares sails.. good luck

don,t belive everything you read ,coachman is one of the better units. yep your going to have some problems but they all do even $500.k rv,s do a very very good walk threw and take notes ,things should be fixed before it leaves the lot. because once you take it home its yours. and get a out the door price or you,ll see add on,s coming ,