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grey2112
Explorer
Aug 26, 2017

So, opinions on this MH (our first) for our use

https://www.rvtrader.com/listing/2004-Holiday-Rambler-VACATIONER-37PCT-122863584


We had a travel trailer in the past, 31 footer with single slide, towed by a 2500 Suburban. Sold it and got into boating big time, but now are interested in getting back into camping/traveling.

Although we could pull a trailer with our Expedition EL (2015) we'd rather have the family (me and my wife) and our 2 dogs (collies) and one cat all in the same vehicle, together, with space to move around, make a sammich, go to the bathroom, etc. Also want the option for my wife to bring the Expedition and tow one of our boats when we travel.

We live in the Tampa area and will, more than likely, do most if not all of our traveling in Florida, especially down in the Keys, St. Augustine, etc.

Will only be the two of us and the pets.

We're not going to be full-timing it - more likely a few weekends a year and two 1 week trips a year starting out. We are 50 years old, and I've got some decent experience towing and backing trailers, so I feel a 30-40 foot motorhome should be fairly easy for me to drive.


We love to cook, so a good, well-laid out kitchen and decent counterspace, cabinets, and fridge is essential.
  • grey2112 wrote:
    https://www.rvtrader.com/listing/2004-Holiday-Rambler-VACATIONER-37PCT-122863584


    We had a travel trailer in the past, 31 footer with single slide, towed by a 2500 Suburban. Sold it and got into boating big time, but now are interested in getting back into camping/traveling.

    Although we could pull a trailer with our Expedition EL (2015) we'd rather have the family (me and my wife) and our 2 dogs (collies) and one cat all in the same vehicle, together, with space to move around, make a sammich, go to the bathroom, etc. Also want the option for my wife to bring the Expedition and tow one of our boats when we travel.

    We live in the Tampa area and will, more than likely, do most if not all of our traveling in Florida, especially down in the Keys, St. Augustine, etc.

    Will only be the two of us and the pets.

    We're not going to be full-timing it - more likely a few weekends a year and two 1 week trips a year starting out. We are 50 years old, and I've got some decent experience towing and backing trailers, so I feel a 30-40 foot motorhome should be fairly easy for me to drive.


    We love to cook, so a good, well-laid out kitchen and decent counterspace, cabinets, and fridge is essential.

    IMO and even if a WH W chassis, the asking price is outrageous.
    Maybe you should try and find a consignment sale or from a private seller for around $27K and this in excellent condition, otherwise, you'll soon have super retail in it and be down underwater after the first year of ownership. Click here for some reference and even though not the bible....
    NADA
  • Looks good. The price seems fair. I'd have it inspected and then make an offer.
  • Well, first of all, livability is paramount. What might be OK for a weekend will likely be an annoyance for longer. Second is condition, no leaks etc. Third is can you aford to maintain and pay for it?