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isonychia
Explorer
Mar 31, 2016

Purchasing a used TT from dealer

Hi,

This is my first time posting.

I am in the process of purchasing a used TT from a dealer.

This is my second TT. It is not used for traveling, but will be spending all it's time parked in a campground.

It is a 2007 Coachmen Spirit of America 30ft.

I have negotiated a price.

My next step is to go to the dealership and inspect the trailer before finalizing the deal.

Here are my questions.

1. What is the normal procedure at dealerships when inspecting a TT? Should I expect them to pull it out, open the pop ups, allow me access somehow to the roof, fire up the water heater, A/C, open the awning etc?

2. Do dealers offer some included 30 day warranty for items that may be broken that I am unable to see because the TT is not fully hooked up to service?

3. Will the dealer offer some additional warranty or fees I should avoid?

4. Does paying in cash benefit them and can I use it to request more money off the purchase?

5. Is the Coachmen brand/model I am considering a lesser brand/model or is it considered a decent TT? I did some research, but didn't find anything specifying it's a problematic brand or considered a lesser brand.

Thanks for any help,
iso
  • Campfire_Time's avatar
    Campfire_Time
    Explorer
    Mar 31, 2016
    isonychia wrote:


    1. What is the normal procedure at dealerships when inspecting a TT? Should I expect them to pull it out, open the pop ups, allow me access somehow to the roof, fire up the water heater, A/C, open the awning etc?



    Depends on the dealer. I would certainly insist on a thorough inspection. If they are a good dealer they will not only allow it, they may arrange it without you asking.


    2. Do dealers offer some included 30 day warranty for items that may be broken that I am unable to see because the TT is not fully hooked up to service?


    Again, depends on the dealer. You can certainly ask.



    3. Will the dealer offer some additional warranty or fees I should avoid?


    They might, anything that's optional should generally be avoided. Some of those add-ons are negotiable also.



    4. Does paying in cash benefit them and can I use it to request more money off the purchase?


    Not really. They get their money either way. If you have already negotiated a price it's not likely they will bend any farther at this point.
  • gbopp's avatar
    gbopp
    Explorer
    Mar 31, 2016
    isonychia wrote:

    1. What is the normal procedure at dealerships when inspecting a TT? Should I expect them to pull it out, open the pop ups, allow me access somehow to the roof, fire up the water heater, A/C, open the awning etc?

    Yes, you should inspect and operate all the systems BEFORE you give them any money. If they don't allow you to see that everything works, walk away.
    Your other questions may have different answers, depending on the dealer.

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