any leverage on 2003 georgie boy from dealer?

[btilfan]

I'm looking at a 2003 Georgie Boy Landau 3402ds, 84,000 mi. on a workhorse, gas. $35,900
It's in very good shape.
Just wondering if anyone knows how much they might come down from that price or how much leeway they usually have on these trade ins?

[hooligan]

btilfan wrote:
Thank you all for the advice. I have settled on a 2004 coachmen liberty with 30,000 mi. Got what I think is a good deal

That's what counts... Enjoy. Thanks for the update.

[koda55]

We had a 2005 Georgie Boy Landau 3525TS. We had it for 4 years and the only problem we had was the front end was to light and would wander over the road. The only reason we traded it in was we found a diesel that had everything and then some of what we wanted in our next coach plus the price was something no one could have turned down. The dealer listed it for 42,000 and sold for 38,000. He said the reason it sold for that was because of all the maintenance records that I had kept. The mechanic that inspected it said it was in perfect condition and it only had 37,949 mile on it. I must admit the condition was because of all the great advice I got from this and another site.

[2bzy2c]

Okay. Now you got it! Sounds like a solid purchase!
Best of luck.

[btilfan]

Thank you all for the advice. I have settled on a 2004 coachmen liberty with 30,000 mi. Got what I think is a good deal $1k under the low nada and dealer will put six new tires at no cost to me.
The dealer with the georgie boy would not answer e-mails. and I just could not get past the high miles. I pick up the coachmen on Wednesday.

[cbr46]

What makes an RV "low quality"? They pretty much have all the same components (fridge, water heater, furnace, etc.).

Ours (not a GB) had several problems when we bought it, a 2002 Fleetwood w 63k miles, but that was the deal. I was able to fix most everything, and when the weather warms up I'll tackle a few more.

With 80k miles I hope it has new shocks! Our fronts had no dampening left, just boingers (and that was AFTER they were removed!). I don't have the leverage for the rears . . . . need warm weather!

Shortly after purchase the braided nylon portion of the high pressure fuel line had a pinhole leak (Ford F53 chassis) . . . . then the fridge quit working (control board) . . . . then something else, then something else. It was like every time we took it out we could count on something failing (all minor stuff). Lately it's been good.

My point is "stuff" (with all units) happens. Knowing how intimate the previous owner was with staying on top of maintenance is key. Buying from a dealer hides that, buying from an individual has it's own (very real) risks. I would recommend my selling dealer to anyone: He was very diligent pointing out things that weren't right. That selling dealer shared the cost of that $176 fuel line - he didn't have to do that.

These are TRUCK chassis'. I would hope they are good for more than a few hundred thousand miles!

Just my 2c

Best,
- c bob

[John___Angela]

I don't know enough about the motorhome to comment but if that 8.1 is properly maintained it's not even half way through its life.

Happy trails.

[NAUTIQUE]

2000 GBM Landau here.
Ask about any mfg and you'll get plenty of both positive & negitive comments. :R
I wouldn't be scared of GBM any more than any other mfg.
There are definetely some upper level mfg's, but they are usually priced accordingly when you compare apples to apples.

My personal opinion is that the asking price does sound high.
Ebay/Craigslist/RVtrader/& just google are your "free" research friends!
Take a good look around at what's out there in comparable rigs.
In the end, take plenty of time going through the coach from top to bottom. Get in there and look inside/under/behind everything to get a good feel for it's construction and how everything works.
If you're real happy with it, that's all that counts!

Best of luck!

[hooligan]

2bzy2c wrote:
Take a hint!

btilfan:
Most (except one) of the comments by actual owners of Georgie Boy motorhomes were positive. They were quite satisfied with the quality and utility of the motorhomes. The disparaging comments, however well intentioned, of someone who has never seen one - should be considered in that light...
As with any used vehicle, it is important that everything works as expected. There is always room for bargaining on price or replacing equipment on any vehicle you purchase.
Hope you drive a hard bargain and end up driving a nice motorhome...

[carp65]

We have been full-timing in a 2005 Georgie Boy Pursuit II LE, purchased
new for over 8 years. Only one problem that was fixed three years ago.
Have been very happy with our RV and will continue full-timing in it until
it dies, or we do!!

[Biggyniner]

I know that RVs are always considered to be under severe use, that said, I recall reading somewhere that the 8.1L engine, even in an RV, should be a 200,000 mile engine. First major service is at 100K. Something to consider... And you cannot beat the Allison transmission.

As for the rest of the coach... due dillagence is your friend.

[MattINW]

I'm new to RVing, bought a 1998 Georgie Boy Cruise Master from the original owner April 2013, had 68,000 miles on it. He had all the maintenance records from day one, it was reliable for him. But used is used and it still needed some repairs (exhaust manifold leak, rebuild parking brake), etc.

I like the unit a lot and took it on 3 trips last summer but love RVing so far. Looking forward to several years with it.

Anyways, I think as long as you can get a good price, go for it. Sounds too high at the current price.

Matt

[Gjac]

donkim wrote:
We owned a 2003 Landau on a Workhorse chassis. I agree it wasn't "high end" but the box seemed to be assembled as well as any other coach we looked at. Biggest issues were w/the chassis. Actually, it had some neat features like the storage under the entry step, perfect place for shoes and a very easy to use sewer hook up are a couple that come to mind.

I like the sewer hookup. It makes for a quick dump. I have not seen this setup on any other MH. I have a 1996 GBM Swinger. I think the Landau replaced it. If the MH was in good condition and drove well and you liked it I would offer them low retail. I think when you are buying a 10 year or older MH the condition,how well it was maintained, mods like headers, suspension,etc are more important than the brand of MH.

[donkim]

We owned a 2003 Landau on a Workhorse chassis. I agree it wasn't "high end" but the box seemed to be assembled as well as any other coach we looked at. Biggest issues were w/the chassis. Actually, it had some neat features like the storage under the entry step, pefect place for shoes and a very easy to use sewer hook up are a couple that come to mind.

[2bzy2c]

7ofus wrote:

2bzy2c wrote:

btilfan wrote:
Does anyone have anything good to say about georgie boy?

Take a hint!

I guess I will have to go home and tell the kids that we can no longer camp. It appears that the label on the front of the MH somehow makes the whole vehicle defective.

2bzy2c, which brands are we allowed to have fun in?

Don't take the comments to personally. But you have to give credit to those who have given their opinions. There is no underlying theme here. It just that you are buying an over priced, well used coach that does not have a good reputation. Search Tiffin, Winnebago etc for more comments. You will find a night and day difference as far as the comments go.

Go ahead and buy it. No one in here really cares what you do. But there are much better deals out there to be had.

Example - 2005 Fleetwood 31' with 9,000 miles for 26K (auction) Here

On Edit - The above unit sold for $30,875. $8,000 below your target vehicle, with only 9,000 miles.


Now you and the kids can go camping and have enough money left over to buy another car.

The label means nothing, but the reputation does. Now you know the reputation. You don't like it. Can't do much else for you.
Think about it.