"Don't Buy New"
I notice a lot of you say not to buy a brand new rv unit. I'm "assuming" this is because it takes a while to shake all the right-out-of-the-factory bugs out of it and locate all the problems associat...
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Terryallan wrote:
Buying used. you never know HOW it was treated, and abused. On your second hand RV. How was the roof cared for? Was it properly waxed? Did it come with new tires? Were the hubs greased regularly? Were the tanks cleaned correctly after each use? Is the interior in perfect condition? Meaning NO loose threads, no worn fabric, all blinds, and shades in new condition? Is the plastic still on the front of the microwave, and TV? Was it ever cooked in? are there any scratches on the exterior, and dull spots, is the top clean, and white, are the decales in new condition? No cracks, no peeling? Were there any scratches, or stains in the storage areas, or pass thrus? Any rust on the tongue, or bumper? None on mine. Did you have to sanitize your plumbing? I didn't
And then there is the smell. How does it smell? A little musty maybe? All, or most all used campers / RVs / TTs / 5ers, smell a little musty, have that closed up smell. My new one smells .. Well new. No musty smell, only the new smell.
Next thing to question. how often do you buy?
I asked myself these same questions,when I wanted to get into my next RV.For the price I would prefer used. I found some of the problems that you describe in that market.
Until I found This
All those misconceptions and myths were just that,innuendo and opinions with no basis in fact.
There are many of us that found that out and are extremely happy with our choice.
As always there is a choice, but be well informed when making that choice. Most of the time you will get good information on this forum at other times you will get what other people think you should do or have.
