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backbencher
Feb 09, 2018Explorer
hoosiermark wrote:
Figure out what the value would be if it were sold as is. Add the cost of fixing all the items that need repair and then determine what it would be worth ready to go. My gut tells me it would be a $10K vehicle ready to camp in and a $2-3K vehicle as is depending on what all it needs. That leaves $7-8K for repairs, selling time etc. If a tranny costs $3K and you put another $2-3K in getting in good shape, it is a risk. That would leave you a net profit for your efforts of not a lot of money. Too much risk for me and I like risk. Typically when I get into repairing used vehicles, the shocks turn into brakes also, then the U joints, then water heater or alignment. Nothing really pressing but to do it right they all seem to be in need. The question is how much does it need to attract the new buyer. Is the rest of the rv in good shape mechanically and rv wise?
Those are the sort of #s I was looking for. Fridge works, hot water heater works. Genny needs the carbs cleaned, wax seals on stove valves have hardened. I full-timed in it for years, so not pristine. Functional. I'm trying to decide whether to fix it or sell it.
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