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Va_Budman's avatar
Va_Budman
Explorer
May 29, 2017

Toss-ins for a NEW Class A buy

Howdy folks. As a long time member here on the forum, having experienced the 'tagger' tag along life, then the 5'er voyage, me and the Bride are looking to dive into a NEW Class 'A' to carry us into retirement and beyond. We will NOT be full-timers. So before we negotiate a deal, was curious what folks would consider "toss-ins" on a new Class A rig negotiation. Thus far, our list only consists of Max-Air covers for all roof vents, quality storage cover and generator exhaust extender. Anything else to consider when the sales person comes back with "their final number"? Any insight much appreciated!!!!
Class A
  • rgatijnet1's avatar
    rgatijnet1
    Explorer III
    May 29, 2017
    Sewer hoses, water lines, safety triangles, spring loaded shelf retainers are just a few items to add to your "wish" list. :B
  • timmac's avatar
    timmac
    Explorer
    May 29, 2017
    How bout just a lower price and no dealer add on sucker fee's, that's what I would want.

    When I bought my 08 Bounder used 3 years ago I said I would not pay any dealer fee's or walk thru fee or I will not buy and they said yes.

    Dealers can sometimes add on extra fee's that can add up to a $1000 or more..

    Sales price, tax, DMV fee is all the invoice should have or get up and walk out the door..
  • gbopp's avatar
    gbopp
    Explorer
    May 29, 2017
    Even if you're buying NEW, check the age of the tires. The chassis may have been sitting for a year or more before the MH was built.
    Possibly someone else wanted new tires and they gave them the newest
    they had, which may have been on the rig you're buying.

    And a full tank of fuel.
  • AllegroD's avatar
    AllegroD
    Nomad
    May 29, 2017
    I personally would not want their sewer or water hoses. Mostly gonna be cheapos.

    I agree with getting lowest price. They might give you a sleep number at slightly above cost. This saves a lot of time in you installing.
  • lanerd's avatar
    lanerd
    Explorer II
    May 29, 2017
    Bill.Satellite wrote:
    Trav'ler Satellite TV antenna....Installed.


    Absolutely!!! :C

    Our mh had an "in-motion" dome antenna (which actually costs more than the Trav'ler) and made a deal with them to trade with removal and installation thrown in. Our problem was that the coach was set up for DirectTV and we have DISH. Caused a few problems, but finally did get it all straighten out. You just can't beat the Trav'ler.

    Ron
  • doc_brown's avatar
    doc_brown
    Explorer
    May 29, 2017
    Bill.Satellite wrote:
    Trav'ler Satellite TV antenna....Installed.


    X2, plus I requested a wash/wax (while I finalized the paperwork and watched them), full tank of diesel, full tank of propane, and a tech for 30 minutes to ask some basic questions. That was my first and only motor home purchase, still with it 13 years later.
  • evanrem's avatar
    evanrem
    Explorer II
    May 30, 2017
    The stuff listed is a good start and it never hurts to ask. I would be curious to find out what you get.

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