dodge guy wrote:
I think it's riskier buying a new trailer! I would rather have half my money in an older trailer that had been gone through for 7 years (provided it was maintained properly), than something new for full price and has problems for the first 3 years (not all do, but is a very real possibility!).
There are pros and cons either way. The down side to a used unit is having to repair and replace things at a higher rate, and the associated down time that entails. I have not really had any repair issues with new RVs, but have read that others have not been as fortunate. While financially you'll be in a better starting place, repairs can start adding up in a hurry, and it is annoying if your TT is out of commission when you need it.
My TV is now 13 years old, so while my TT is relatively new, I won't take the rig on long trips because the TV is the weakest link. In some cases, an older TT may be the weakest link. Breakdowns on the road can ruin a trip in a heartbeat, whether it be the TV or the TT.
I typically buy RVs new and keep them 7-8 years before moving on. I pay cash so I am not getting any type of loan and can usually negotiate a great price.
I typically buy vehicles that are 2-3 years old with low mileage and still have some of the warranty remaining. My last car purchase was a 2013 Hyundai that was only one year old and had just 2,000 miles on it. I bought it for $8K below sticker!
