What's the best bang for my 20k?
I am overwhelmed and need some expert advice on the best RV I can get for 20K cash or less. There are too many options in the used market to wrap my little brain around. We (us two) are hitting the ...
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I'm going to reply indirectly to your question. Like you, I am searching with a limited budget. I do not necessarily look for one model/one make. To me at this age the coach is a series of systems loosely glued together.
What type of roof does it have? I like fiberglass one piece or something that *may* be less apt to leak? Delamination is a deal killer for me.
How old, in years, are the tires. Should be replaced before 7 years; as mentioned very expensive. Most sellers seem to point at tread depth.
How many miles? A lot means it is well used and not "lawn art" that has been sitting in the weeds for the past 4 years; but even if the engine is good for 200+ everything else gets stressed out rattling down the road.
Do you need a slide. Despite much wisdom, I do not think I do. To me it is one more system to leak/break. But it helps with resale and roominess is nice.
Diesel vs Gas? Look deeper. Different drives trains have their own issues. Not all diesel engines are created equal, same with gas.
Capacities: Even if you are not towing be mindful of how much weight you have to play with.
DIY - my neighbor is a master mechanic on gas engines. That make diesel slightly less attractive for me. Also, is the engine relatively easy to access. Sure, you can change a spark plug but there are one or two on a V10 Triton that are tough to get at with some layouts.
Yes - makes as you say. I think a high end model may weather use more. But there is something to be said for a make/model that is very common or still gets some level of support from manufacturer.
Number of owners & service records. Does the owner show care in other areas - like does he drive an older car in mint condition. Has he/she stayed up on visible maintenance?
Do the A/C's, Generator, Furnace & Frige work well - these are all super expensive.
Is there a specific floor plan that you need? I've prefer reare twins but they are rare. But I need a booth rather than free standing dinnette for the extra sleeping.
Another thing I think of is re-sale. Most people trade up down or all around. Is there something about the rig that you may not care all that much about but would hurt resale?
What type of roof does it have? I like fiberglass one piece or something that *may* be less apt to leak? Delamination is a deal killer for me.
How old, in years, are the tires. Should be replaced before 7 years; as mentioned very expensive. Most sellers seem to point at tread depth.
How many miles? A lot means it is well used and not "lawn art" that has been sitting in the weeds for the past 4 years; but even if the engine is good for 200+ everything else gets stressed out rattling down the road.
Do you need a slide. Despite much wisdom, I do not think I do. To me it is one more system to leak/break. But it helps with resale and roominess is nice.
Diesel vs Gas? Look deeper. Different drives trains have their own issues. Not all diesel engines are created equal, same with gas.
Capacities: Even if you are not towing be mindful of how much weight you have to play with.
DIY - my neighbor is a master mechanic on gas engines. That make diesel slightly less attractive for me. Also, is the engine relatively easy to access. Sure, you can change a spark plug but there are one or two on a V10 Triton that are tough to get at with some layouts.
Yes - makes as you say. I think a high end model may weather use more. But there is something to be said for a make/model that is very common or still gets some level of support from manufacturer.
Number of owners & service records. Does the owner show care in other areas - like does he drive an older car in mint condition. Has he/she stayed up on visible maintenance?
Do the A/C's, Generator, Furnace & Frige work well - these are all super expensive.
Is there a specific floor plan that you need? I've prefer reare twins but they are rare. But I need a booth rather than free standing dinnette for the extra sleeping.
Another thing I think of is re-sale. Most people trade up down or all around. Is there something about the rig that you may not care all that much about but would hurt resale?
