clubhouse wrote:
I don't know to many folks who's RV needs were the same between their first and their last RVs. Although I agree Airstream makes a good product that will likely last -- is that one trailer really going to satisfy you?
I'm on my second Jayco in 4 years, our needs have changed since my family has grown.
My next door neighbor is on his 3rd Airstream in 10 years, his needs have changed as his kids grew up and moved out.
Precisely and beautifully put. Cost-to-own over time is hardly the only consideration.
Don't how 'bout others here but when an RV the size of an Airstream starts costing the same as a small house & land (an asset that can appreciate) I call that overpriced.
My needs too changed over the years - from tent, to popup (both with 2 kids camping with us), then a 17' Jayco hybrid (and no kids), and now the trailer in my signature. It is likely to change again when I retire. Needless to say I could not have afforded an Airstream in any one of those phases - in terms of both money and space.
But that's just me. :)