Buying a new trailer on ebay - a good idea?
Hello! I did a search for ebay to see if this has been answered, but with 176 pages of results coming up, the responses are a little overwhelming. I'm looking to potentially buy a new toy hauler...
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I wouldn't think you would have to much of a problem with a new unit. It is the used units that you need to worry about. We have bought two used units off of Ebay. Both were from dealers. The first one was awesome and the dealer sold both new and used.
The second one was not so awesome. The dealer sold only on Ebay and only used. Turns out that the prior damage the 5er had (which was disclosed to me) was repaired by said dealer wrong. Had to have the fiberglass sides and roof repaired the proper way. Turned out my Ebay bargain was not such a good bargain.
As far as going by the dealer feedback. After looking back at our transaction I should have known better. After looking at the trailer the dealer gave us a $150 rebate if we left positive feedback right then at the dealership. Isn't that the same as paying for positive feedback?
We love our 5th wheel and have enjoyed it going on 3 years now. Would I buy another on Ebay? Maybe, just go over it with a fine tooth comb. I know more about what to look at now.
If you proceed with a purchase, just be prepaired to walk away it you find something you don't like. Do a thorough PDI and if you don't have a good working knowledge of RVs take someone with you that does.
Good luck, John
The second one was not so awesome. The dealer sold only on Ebay and only used. Turns out that the prior damage the 5er had (which was disclosed to me) was repaired by said dealer wrong. Had to have the fiberglass sides and roof repaired the proper way. Turned out my Ebay bargain was not such a good bargain.
As far as going by the dealer feedback. After looking back at our transaction I should have known better. After looking at the trailer the dealer gave us a $150 rebate if we left positive feedback right then at the dealership. Isn't that the same as paying for positive feedback?
We love our 5th wheel and have enjoyed it going on 3 years now. Would I buy another on Ebay? Maybe, just go over it with a fine tooth comb. I know more about what to look at now.
If you proceed with a purchase, just be prepaired to walk away it you find something you don't like. Do a thorough PDI and if you don't have a good working knowledge of RVs take someone with you that does.
Good luck, John
