Upgrade to Gas or Diesel Class A?
So we are currently on Motorhome #4, a 1999 Itasca Suncruiser purchsed used in 2006. Overall we have been happy with the RV, but looking to go a bit newer to bridge to the final "retirement" coach in...
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Claus, the one thing about a diesel is that everything about the chassis is more robust. Usually, the fit and finish of the interior is a higher grade than a gas unit. Since you are the one looking, you may notice those upgrades.
Our first motorhome was a 2008 Monaco Dynasty that we drove for 7.5 yrs. and almost 70,000 miles. You just can't beat the interior of a Monaco product, especially, as you move up the Monaco ladder (includes Beaver, Holiday Rambler and Safari).
I would try and get a motorhome that has a fiberglass roof as I think they are easier maintenance. If your price point doesn't allow, surely try for the next one.
In the years that you are looking, maintenance is very important, I would make sure to look at records. If no records, you will have to work in a deduction to 'zero-out' the coach. New belts, hoses, all fluid changes and possibly tires (check the date codes).
The quietness while traveling in the front of the diesel unit will sell you immediately. If the unit that you pick has the Roadmaster chassis, I found that they ride rather stiff but it's a good chassis.
Good luck,
MM.
Our first motorhome was a 2008 Monaco Dynasty that we drove for 7.5 yrs. and almost 70,000 miles. You just can't beat the interior of a Monaco product, especially, as you move up the Monaco ladder (includes Beaver, Holiday Rambler and Safari).
I would try and get a motorhome that has a fiberglass roof as I think they are easier maintenance. If your price point doesn't allow, surely try for the next one.
In the years that you are looking, maintenance is very important, I would make sure to look at records. If no records, you will have to work in a deduction to 'zero-out' the coach. New belts, hoses, all fluid changes and possibly tires (check the date codes).
The quietness while traveling in the front of the diesel unit will sell you immediately. If the unit that you pick has the Roadmaster chassis, I found that they ride rather stiff but it's a good chassis.
Good luck,
MM.
