Q about price! New 5th wheel owner!

[louisianamom]

Hi everyone! My husband and I are in the process of buying our first fifth wheel. We are aware these things have a pretty high mark up. I am wondering if this would be considered a "good deal" before we move forward. It is a 2015 a Open Range 3x 388RKS 5th wheel. Priced at $83,200, they are offering $59,000 without tax. This price includes washer and dryer, installation of washer and dryer, them moving it and setting it up for us 20 miles to the RV park we are stationed at. I thought this was a good deal when we left because she said the washer/dryer/installation is about $2000, so I figured we were basically getting it for $57,000. I did some research and I saw where you shouldn't walk out without at least 35-45% off. This is only about 31% off. Please fellow 5th wheelers, give me your insight and honesty! This is a totally NEW world for us!

[Flattop]

Either way, when you are talking over $50K, a couple grand shouldnt be a deal breaker either way. I wouldnt sweat it if you are happy with the current price.

[hitchup]

It really depends on the dealer. Getting 35-45% off on brand-new is rare. That's more likely for one that is last year's or older models. Even then, the dealer has to make a profit.

We traded a barely used 10 mo old 40' Open Road and the dealer resold it for what they gave us in trade - $35k. That was about 63% off the original MSRP.

To me, the interest rate is more important. You can save thousands there.

[rugermark2]

I would go for $55,000. The worst that could happen is that they say no.

[louisianamom]

Should we shoot for $55,000?

[rugermark2]

I agree with donn0128 on both points.

[louisianamom]

We will be in Colorado for the winter. We travel all over for work.

[guidry]

I sent you a PM that may help you compare that price. Good luck

[donn0128]

I see your in Colorado? Do you plan to live in it over the winter there? Bad idea IMHO as for price? You might get a little more off, but that does not sound bad too me