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D_E_Bishop
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May 09, 2021

Buy new now or wait until end of summer

I understand that this is a very subjective question but I thought maybe some of you might be willing to share ideas. We are looking at for a smaller rig than the Winnie, it seems that as with exam gloves and other ppds, the stocks of new and used RVs are low and prices are rising.

Finding a camp site today hasn't in my memory been harder, at most CGs near attractions and bigger cities. Camping made isolation easier. Now that things are loosening and some folks are out more, I think it is going to cause more crowds wanting to travel. However, I think many will find it easier to return to the mote/hotel travel rather than mess with the whole RV set up/breakdown routines and slowly fade from the RV life.

We're thinking maybe using the Winnie this season and buying later in the year could be a good idea. Your thoughts are welcome.

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  • Here in the South East the dealer lots have a good selection. The prices are higher of-course. I've been to three places this week in Alabama and they all had a number of trailers ready to go of all sizes. Most of the smaller 5th wheel toy haulers I like are out west though. I have noticed the trailers feel lighter made, much more flimsy these days.

    I don't see prices dropping soon, lots of folks retiring early around here and wanting to get out and travel.

    I want to downsize more to around 30' or so, not many of those available in a toy hauler! I may have to order something new. I'm ready for a change, minimal slides or none, much shorter length to open up more rustic and older NF campgrounds. I don't enjoy being limited by a 44' long triple axle anymore.

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