Shopping for a Class A Diesel

Try searching using rvs.oodle.com .

It is more useful when you have a target brand and model rig to search for.

PCarnathan wrote:
Well, here goes. 40 to 43 feet. 400HP to 450HP Cummins. 1-1/2 baths. King size bed. 3 or 4 slides. No older than 2008. No more than 60,000 miles. I can spend up to $175,000.

The problem is you can't search any of these sites using these search terms. When I search I get *everything*!

Pat in Menifee, CA
www.patcarnathan.com

I've set up a search query on RVT that covers most of your requirements, it does't have a mileage filter set, but most of them are under your 60k limit. Hope it helps:

Custom Search for Class A Diesel, 40 - 43 ft, Cummins, 2008 or newer, up to $175K

Pat.....The first thing that came to mind was a Monaco. I looked at the archives and the Monaco Camelot DSQ model is a bath and a half and all the Monacos, Diplomat and above come with the 400 ISL. Check out these three: Camelot

PCarnathan wrote:
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A sure appreciate your effort, but you can see none of the mentioned rigs meet our criteria:
2013 Tuscany
Over $200,000
2012 Aspire
Over $200,000
2012 Discovery
330HP Mercedes
My Favorite - Beaver Thunder
1 bath
2008 Gulfstream Tourmaster
330HP Mercedes

The point I was making was pick a floorplan first which will narrow your search. Also, are your looking for quality over quantity? Lots of good looking newer coaches that are junk on the interior.

And, I HOPE you're not planning on paying ASKING price for the coach....:)..I would have no problem offering $175 on a $225 coach.....my coach was $535 and I got it for about half that...they're out there..BOL..Dennis

Also look at Motor Home Specialist (MHSRV.com) in Alvarado, TX, for both new and used. Right now, you could buy a 2015 Berkshire, a 2008 Ambassador, a 2011 Meridian, etc. -- the list goes on, for under your $175k budget.

you could try Lazy Days, RV world , CW or any of the big dealers. Often they can move inventory around and be a help in finding exactly what you are looking for.

Executive wrote, in part:

"IMHO, there are far too many coaches out there with the parameters set forth by the OP. It's no wonder he's frustrated.

As stated before, by myself and others, go to PPL's website and peruse all the coaches they have. The results can be narrowed down by the OP. Look at floorplans and decide on a couple you like. With this starting point, you can then narrow down your search considerably. I know of a 2004 Newell that can be purchased for less than $200,000. However, it was a total loss coach........Dennis"

A sure appreciate your effort, but you can see none of the mentioned rigs meet our criteria:
2013 Tuscany
Over $200,000
2012 Aspire
Over $200,000
2012 Discovery
330HP Mercedes
My Favorite - Beaver Thunder
1 bath
2008 Gulfstream Tourmaster
330HP Mercedes

IMHO, there are far too many coaches out there with the parameters set forth by the OP. It's no wonder he's frustrated.

As stated before, by myself and others, go to PPL's website and peruse all the coaches they have. The results can be narrowed down by the OP. Look at floorplans and decide on a couple you like. With this starting point, you can then narrow down your search considerably. I know of a 2004 Newell that can be purchased for less than $200,000. However, it was a total loss coach...:E.....Dennis

2013 Tuscany
2012 Aspire
2012 Discovery
My Favorite - Beaver Thunder
2008 Gulfstream Tourmaster

While these are only samples, you will get the idea. Understand too, that all these coaches are on consignment, so while some are priced above where the OP wants to be, all offers are considered....Dennis

I agree with Effy. It is not what the OP asked for.

Please stop recommending older Newells, Foretravels, Bluebirds, and Prevost's as high quality alternatives for the 200k budget crowd. It's a secret society that understands those are high value pieces. Let's keep it that way. ;)

Not poking fun at others. We all like what we have. Those coaches at that price point are tremendous quality and features for the dollar. But, the buyer has to be comfortable with warranty by owner. A lot of folks are not comfortable with that scenario.

The OP is contemplating moving from a Class B to a DP Class A. Having owned both for almost ten years, and doing ALL my own work, I can say that the complexity and maintenance will be a shock to the OP. A lot will depend on the OP's willingness and ability to handle minor maintenance issues. A 2008 or newer coach is no assurance of fewer problems. Personally, I prefer an older quality build over a newer lesser quality build for the same money. That path is not for everyone.