Used versus new
I have had the full spectrum of campers over the years so not new to RVs. Now semi retired, I want to make basically 4 trips in the future. NE,NW,SW and thru the heart of America. I keep looking at...
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hoosiermark wrote:
So has anybody done a cost analysis on buying inexpensive new, using it for 4 years and selling versus buying 3-5 years old and then selling in 4 years.
I am always doing that cost analysis, just not on paper.
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I do feel that used RVs are too high priced considering how quickly they become shabby. But there still has to be a sweet spot that gives you the best ownership experience at the lowest cost per year.
I think if you crunch numbers, the used RV will come out ahead. Especially with the 3-5 years old and selling it after 4 years. Things really start to deteriorate at about 8 years old IMO. Prior to that you can get away with murder as an owner, if that's your style.
As far as warranty security and hassles, that's a non-dollar decision you have to make. I would not expect much in the way of problems on a 3 year old rig. The neglect of the first owner has not taken much of a toll yet, if any at all.
There are warranties you can purchase, but I have no experience with them.
