Why Does B+ Cost More Than Std. C?
The chassis, usually the Ford E-450 cost the same and the width & height on a B+ is typically 3-5 inches less, so why the higher purchase price? Bags.
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I'll take a chance and weigh in here. What I say is a pretty broad generalization based on what I observed when looking at used C's B+'s. The C's I saw were generally aimed at a more entry crowd and surely at a more kid/family crowd. Emphasis on # of sleeping spaces. Used C's showed much more wear and tear, scratches, torn fabrics etc. than did comparable year/mileage B+'s. Not always but pretty much consistent.
B+ with reduced sleeping quarters are marketed more at the older empty nest crowd with enough $ to pay for extras, better construction, higher end leather, etc. On the used market, the B+'s were consistently well kept/maintained. I think they are built for different markets. Most B+ will have full body paint - more rare in a C. Same goes for hydraulic jacks, larger TVs with good cabinetry, leather, and some glitz.
B+ with reduced sleeping quarters are marketed more at the older empty nest crowd with enough $ to pay for extras, better construction, higher end leather, etc. On the used market, the B+'s were consistently well kept/maintained. I think they are built for different markets. Most B+ will have full body paint - more rare in a C. Same goes for hydraulic jacks, larger TVs with good cabinetry, leather, and some glitz.
