I'm seriously looking at a 2015 OUTBACK 277RL. This is a used unit with an asking price of $26,745 which sounds pretty high.I would love to hear from other Outback owners about overall quality, problems to look for and opinion on price. We may sit down with them on Friday to see what deal we can make.

I've always liked the Outback. If I ever get another TT, would seriously look at those.It looks like new prices are around 40k.

we have an outback 295RE we bought new in 2010. Have logged over 30K miles with it, camp in it at least 90 days each year, often with two grandkids and DD, SIL.Overall, it has held up very well. everything still looks almost like new, have had zip troubles with it, no repairs. We did do some upgrades based on our camping needs and desires.the ONE thing we did toss pretty quick was the original mattress. probably no different than any TT mattress. NOt to our liking, and given how many days we use it, we installed an Air Dream air over coil spring mattress like in our sofa sleeper.Tows very nice, IMHO whomever did the design either (a) is a camper or (bO ran it by campers since things are useable. Even with the dual slides IN we can get tosink, stove, microwave, fridge, dinette, bathroom, bedroom. We saw lots of trailers where one couldn't even get to the bathroom with the slides IN. Easy to stop at a rest stop for lunch, rest, etc. OR in a few cases when we wanted to leave early in the AM, pull in the slides before bed and quick breakfast and we are on our way.Is it a top of the line trailer?? No, but still very nice.We've met many other outback owners and so far the majority have been very happy with the trailer.

We love our 312bh. The price on yours is high, especially used. Ours was 23k new from Pete's rv

We have a 2012 Outback 277RL (manufactured in June, 2011) that we bought very slightly used in the Spring of 2012. It is perfect for the two of us and the dogs, and we love it. That price does seem a little high as, but not too far off if it is in really good shape - we paid about the same for ours ....As far as quality goes, I think the Outbacks are a little better than average, but when you come from boats like we did, most the mid priced trailers use so rather inexpensive construction techniques and materials - but they need to create a function unit at an affordable price.We really haven't had any major problems - mostly cosmetic. The Outbacks with the brown or black front caps have had fading problems due to cheap gelcoat. Luckily, ours is white, so fading is not nearly as noticeable. Our counter tops are Formica with the extruded edges. In the kitchen, the molded edge was not sealed properly, and water got down in there and swelled up the particle board counter top. I was able to get a decent fix that only I notice, but it was disappointing. The only other significant problem were the OEM cheapo tires. We got a TPMS which saved up from major damage when one blew out. They have been replaced with Maaxis LR E tires as the wheels can handle the 80psi pressure.As far as the features of the 277RL that we like and are somewhat limiting:The RL layout is very practical for us with lots of room and the slide out in the bedroom makes for plenty of room there also. The vanity with a folding chairs serves as a computer work desk since we do perform some work while on the road. The huge hanging closest is great.Due the placement of the window over the stove, venting the hood to the outside is very difficult. Since we seldom cook inside, and there is a ceiling vent nearby, this has not been a problem.The TV is all the way at the other end of the living room from the chairs and is difficult for our old eyes to see. We bought each other a 42" TV for Christmas which I will be installing before we head south this winter.The access doors to the storage compartments are relatively small. This means tote containers or milk crate storage boxes do not fit into the opening.Due to the all the storage being in the front of the trailer, the tongue weight is relatively heavy for an 8500 lb trailer - has to be over 1000 lbs. While this means the trailer tows nice a straight without sway, it does put a lot of weight on the hitch and tow vehicle. A good electric jack is highly recommended.The rear hitch receiver is a little flimsy, but we had it reinforced and welded to the bumper as we haul a 100 lb inflatable boat on a rear platform. The single air condition is barely adequate when it gets good and hot. We seldom travel during the summer - mostly winter trips south, and northern trips in the fall, so hasn't been a big problem, but if we were down south in the summer we would want a bedroom unit added.We use the outside galley all the time, but when we got it, it had no ventilation, and the stove rusted up pretty bad. Some good vent holes solved that problem.Good luck, I think you will love it!You may also want to check out The Outback Owners Forum

kevden wrote:We love our 312bh. The price on yours is high, especially used. Ours was 23k new from Pete's rvTotally different animal in the three year difference.New ones now MSRP over $40K...

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DutchmenSport
Explorer
Jan 15, 2016
ktmrfs...

We swapped out the 13.5 air conditioner for a 15.0 this last summer ... (BIG difference!) We were originally looking into having a 2nd air conditioner in the bed room, but our dealership said they couldn't (or wouldn't) do it. We have the 13.5 in our shed, hoping someone can use it. My wife put it on Craigs List but without the inside flange with the controls and vents and filter, seems no one wants it.

It still runs good. But that 15.0 is so much better. It was a good move and money well sent.
ktmrfs
Explorer II
Jan 15, 2016
DutchmenSport wrote:
ktmrfs and I have shared a bit about our Outbacks. His is a couple years older than mine. Some time ago, he told me the only difference between the 295RE (his) and mine (298RE is the closet slide in the bed room). I do know the Outback has been around a while now. Their popularity is growing in central Indiana over the last few years. Their 5th wheel models aren't too shabby either.

ktmrfs ... I follow your post and comments if you didn't know! I appreciate your comments, you are pretty much always right on, or else we just think alike (I'm not sure). I think, maybe, because we PM'ed each other right after I got my Outback and you provided some really good insight and calmed my anxieties. You convinced me, the Outback is a good camper, and ever since I just took that as a positive and never looked negative again. I suppose it paid off (positive thinking about my Outback... because I've not had any issues with mine!)

So, camperforlife.... I think you're considering a pretty good camper! Feel confident and move on forward!

thanks much, glad to be of help to fellow campers.

And yes, the 298RE is a 295RE with a bedroom wardrobe slide and about 1ft longer overall to get room for the slide. bedroom is about 1ft longer. And about 200lb more empty weight, but the same allowed cargo weight. they increased GVWR.

We bought our 295RE about 2 months before the 298 came out. I mentioned to the sales guy, the only thing we would like improved was more wardrobe and storeage space in the Bedroom. He said, well let me show you what just came out. Missed it by a few months. But it was an indication that Outback was listening to customers.

ONE downside to the 295/298, and many other trailers this size, regardless of mfg is that they usually come with ONE 13.5KBTU AC unit. That can be pretty marginal. Even in Oregon where it isn't that hot in the summer (except last summer) A single 13.5K AC unit works pretty hard.

If your in a hot climate, go for at least the 15K unit, if not the dual AC unit or Dual unit prep that is offered.

Well, the other downside it that the length can limit ones choice of campsites and campgrounds, but that's a tradeoff on virtually all longer trailers.
W_E_BGood
Explorer
Jan 15, 2016
Another site for input is keystonerv.org

And we have really enjoyed our Outback! :)
DutchmenSport
Explorer
Jan 14, 2016
ktmrfs and I have shared a bit about our Outbacks. His is a couple years older than mine. Some time ago, he told me the only difference between the 295RE (his) and mine (298RE is the closet slide in the bed room). I do know the Outback has been around a while now. Their popularity is growing in central Indiana over the last few years. Their 5th wheel models aren't too shabby either.

ktmrfs ... I follow your post and comments if you didn't know! I appreciate your comments, you are pretty much always right on, or else we just think alike (I'm not sure). I think, maybe, because we PM'ed each other right after I got my Outback and you provided some really good insight and calmed my anxieties. You convinced me, the Outback is a good camper, and ever since I just took that as a positive and never looked negative again. I suppose it paid off (positive thinking about my Outback... because I've not had any issues with mine!)

So, camperforlife.... I think you're considering a pretty good camper! Feel confident and move on forward!
2112
Explorer II
Jan 14, 2016
We had a 2011 277RL and loved it. Loved the bedroom. The only complaint's I had was
1) the 15K btu AC wasn't enough for the Texas heat. A small bedroom AC would be a nice addition.
2) at 35' my SWB F150 struggled with sway issues. The 277RL was stolen from my driveway before I could figure out what caused this. I believe it was due to the P rated tires on the TV.

This was going to be our keeper Roll'n Condo until someone stole it. I decided to try a FW at that point and Keystone's FW's (Cougar) were too heavy for my little F150.

Enjoy your new "Roll'n Condo".
skiles
Explorer
Jan 14, 2016
We're really pleased with ours. We are the second owners. The original owners are family friends of ours and they didn't have any big problems. We really like the layout with the rear living. The build quality seems decent enough. It's 6 years old and we don't have any structural issues. I agree with KFCDCapt, the decal idea wasn't well thought out for longevity.
Bill___Kate
Explorer
Jan 14, 2016

We have looked for new but we want the table instead of the dinette and it appears that no one orders the table. The table would give us the flexibility of leaving 2 chairs at home making room for the dogs crate. That is one of the reasons for looking, we need more room when the dog is on board. We have found that we have boarded her on longer trips just because of cramped quarters and we don't like doing that.

The MSRP on this trailer ranges from 35k to 40K from what I have seen.

Ours has the table and chairs, and agree that while it limits inside storage, it gives a lot more potential floor space and versatility.

You can carry two folding chairs if you want to seat another couple for dinner, but we usually find we are outside anyhow .....
camperforlife
Explorer
Jan 14, 2016
Kevin O. wrote:
camperforlife wrote:
I'm seriously looking at a 2015 OUTBACK 277RL. This is a used unit with an asking price of $26,745 which sounds pretty high.

I would love to hear from other Outback owners about overall quality, problems to look for and opinion on price. We may sit down with them on Friday to see what deal we can make.
I Love our Outback! We have used it for 4 seasons without any problems.I would try and find a wholesale dealer and just buy a brand new one. We bought our 2012 Outback 292BH from Pete's rv and the MSRP was $34,999. We paid $21,500 and that came with a 10yr Total care warranty.
Best of luck with whatever you decide to do.

Kevin

We have looked for new but we want the table instead of the dinette and it appears that no one orders the table. The table would give us the flexibility of leaving 2 chairs at home making room for the dogs crate. That is one of the reasons for looking, we need more room when the dog is on board. We have found that we have boarded her on longer trips just because of cramped quarters and we don't like doing that.

The MSRP on this trailer ranges from 35k to 40K from what I have seen.
Kevin_O_
Explorer
Jan 14, 2016
camperforlife wrote:
I'm seriously looking at a 2015 OUTBACK 277RL. This is a used unit with an asking price of $26,745 which sounds pretty high.

I would love to hear from other Outback owners about overall quality, problems to look for and opinion on price. We may sit down with them on Friday to see what deal we can make.
I Love our Outback! We have used it for 4 seasons without any problems.I would try and find a wholesale dealer and just buy a brand new one. We bought our 2012 Outback 292BH from Pete's rv and the MSRP was $34,999. We paid $21,500 and that came with a 10yr Total care warranty.
Best of luck with whatever you decide to do.

Kevin
camperforlife
Explorer
Jan 13, 2016
KCFDCapt wrote:
I have a 2010 Outback Sydney FRE. We love the floor plan. The peninsula kitchen keeps traffic out of the cooks way, the bathroom is accessible with the slides in and the bedroom is available for a nap. The only complaint is the cheap decals they put on them and then don't give a hoot about what the graphics look like later with all the cracking and peeling.

I think they are all bad about that. I have an 09 KZ Spree that is in excellent shape except for the peeling graphics.