Older RV Van
I am thinking of getting a RV Van (like a roadtrek) around the 70-100k miles 10+ year range. Is there anything I need to be wary of with such age and mileage. I typically buy cars around 40-60k mile...
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In 2000 we got a 1973 Class B Superior Coach on a Chevy body. It was $ 1800 on e-bay. The plumbing was shot (disclosed in the ad) plus needed some tires and TLC. Over the years we have replaced or repaired most of the camper, including an engine and transmission transplant in 2012. I am able to do all the work myself. Now some 60,000 miles later, we have visited all the lower 48 states, have a newer power train including fuel injection and overdrive transmission, and a comfortable camper for us. I never have calculated the total spent, but is much less than the cost of a new class B, and it is paid for. I will continue to update the camper, a new kitchen cabinet is the next big project, but first we are going to Alaska and Canada this summer for 3 to 4 months.
My main point is that if you can avoid high labor cost, an older camper can be a good deal. Works for us, Happy Camping!
My main point is that if you can avoid high labor cost, an older camper can be a good deal. Works for us, Happy Camping!
