We are looking at a couple Fleetwood Revolutions. One has been stored under a carport year round. It is in Alabama so it would be out in the heat.The second has been stored outside in Colorado for the past 4 years. Should I be concerned about how they have been stored?

I would be more concerned about how they were used. Full timers have their coach out in the open 24/7.

Alabama coach was used intermittantly to attend college football games. Colorado coach has been used very little in past 4 years. Thoughts??

If there's a substantial difference, I'd go with the one with the lowest mileage.

Lack of usage isn't good either.

Alabama coach had flatland travel but also maybe used down by the Gulf salt water. Was it just a party coach? Why was the Colorado coach used very little? Could it handle the mountains or not? Used during the Winter in salted areas?

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dbhhcolor
Explorer
Jul 31, 2016
The Alabama coach was used by a Auburn fan for football games. Sorry guys, can't root for Alabama or Auburn-Nebraska fan all day long.

Anyways, it appears to be well cared for. I will visit in a week to verify.
2gypsies1
Explorer III
Jul 30, 2016
hypoxia wrote:
The front and rear clear coat normally starts peeling around ten years. I painted the front cap on mine 2 or 3 years ago and the back is doing it now.

If the RV has had good care and waxing, it's not going to peel. There are some beautiful ones out there over 10 years. Ours was one of them. :)
hypoxia
Explorer
Jul 30, 2016
Inside or under cover is an advantage. The front and rear clear coat normally starts peeling around ten years. I painted the front cap on mine 2 or 3 years ago and the back is doing it now.

What vintage are you looking at? The Revolution is well built and you have the advantage of American Coach customer service which is top notch.

They were built on Freightliner and Spartan chassis and just like the old Chevy-Ford-Dodge argument everyone has their favorite. Mine is on the Freightliner chassis which I have discovered has absolutely fantastic support. If a part is needed that is not in stock, they can get it rapidly. If it has to be manufactured, that is also done rapidly. Their network is huge. If you look at the Spartan network I think you will find a lot of it is with a Freightliner dealer.

I have known so many folks that break down and spend days or weeks getting repairs due to parts availability, I see that as an important issue.
Gjac
Explorer III
Jul 29, 2016
bobkatmsu wrote:
MrWizard wrote:
Until I read this,
I thought he was asking about the basement storage space !

+1
I thought the same thing.
bobkatmsu
Explorer
Jul 29, 2016
MrWizard wrote:
Until I read this,
I thought he was asking about the basement storage space !

+1
2gypsies1
Explorer III
Jul 29, 2016
As stated, full-timers travel constantly and their RVs are in all different areas of the country - left outdoors constantly. If the finish is taken care of properly they can still look like new.

Neither one you mention has been used extensively so that's a toss-up. Check the maintenance records to make sure they've had servicing done like oil changes. Ask for repair records.

If the Alabama one was used for football games it probably wasn't taken to the coast - most likely, Tuscaloosa or Auburn! :) Go BAMA!!! Tailgating wouldn't hurt it any more than driving it cross-country.

Again, I think it's a toss up until you can compare other things. Storage ways is not your problem. Can you see these two in person? Good luck.
gbopp
Explorer
Jul 29, 2016
Condition is the important factor.
J-Rooster
Explorer
Jul 29, 2016
Check the maintenance records to see if it has been taking care of.
MrWizard
Moderator
Jul 29, 2016
Until I read this,
I thought he was asking about the basement storage space !
the_bear_II
Explorer
Jul 29, 2016
Outdoor storage isn't a problem if the MH has been well maintained. Wash and wax every two years and wash as often as needed. Roof, window and seam seals maintenance to prevent leaks.