appreciate ure input.

[Texas_Hill_Coun]

a couple of question:
1. do not understand what a sprinter is. does sprinter mean a specific mfg.?
2. just purchased a used 2006 m/b, airstream from the original owner in Malibu, ca. has not turned 17k miles yet; always garaged, fully loaded and always svc'ed by m/b dealer.
never been sleep n, never been cooked n.
I paid $56,500 4 it. I have big shoulders, so pls. weight n on me critically!!! what r ure thought w/regard the unit and what I paid?

thank u...bob

Moved to Class B MH forum from DIY.

[gdoug83]

Texas Hill Country wrote:

1. do not understand what a sprinter is. does sprinter mean a specific mfg.?

And if you want the long version: Sprinter-Wiki

[Arizona_Kid]

There talking about an Airstream Class B, built on a Sprinter chassis.

[Ron3rd]

If you're talking about the Sprinter van, the info posted above is correct. I don't know what Airstreams go for so if you like the trailer, then it's a good deal, they make great stuff and have a very loyal following. They're not my cup of tea however because I like a LOT of room with slide outs, etc.

[Davydd]

A Sprinter is quite simply a Mercedes Benz van. Always has been. In the past it has been badged for sale as a Dodge or Freightliner. It is still badged as a Freightliner (owned by Mercedes). In all the badges past and present there is no differences in the vans other than some minor cosmetic changes like name badges and front grill design. Mercedes divested Chrysler/Dodge in 2010. Fiat took majority ownership and now Dodge markets a Ducato as a Promaster. The Promaster has been "Americanized" differently than other European vans. Dodge made no changes to the Sprinter when they were marketing it. The Sprinter was never a Dodge but in name only.

[Texas_Hill_Coun]

thank u all...bob

[Texas_Hill_Coun]

thank u all...bob

[Jay_Pat]

Roman Duck wrote:
OK, a sprinter is the chassis manufacture, quite often can be built by Dodge, Mercedes, and Freightliner.
Airstream is a top of line RV, the value is what you think it's worth. Sure you probably will see better deals, but there might be reasons for the better deal. Maybe concealed damages, or more miles. In the end if your happy with it, then don't worry if you got a good deal or not. Enjoy what you have and don't think about the what ifs.

Just to add, Keystone makes a line of travel trailers named Sprinter.
Pat

[the_bear_II]

I've never liked Class B or Van Conversions due to what I consider the high purchase price. I realize people have specific reasons for buying Class B type RVs and understand their needs.

For me I would much rather buy a class A for the same price to have lots of space and comfort for my recreation.

I do like the looks of the Airstream M/B units. Enjoy it.

[Roman_Duck]

OK, a sprinter is the chassis manufacture, quite often can be built by Dodge, Mercedes, and Freightliner.
Airstream is a top of line RV, the value is what you think it's worth. Sure you probably will see better deals, but there might be reasons for the better deal. Maybe concealed damages, or more miles. In the end if your happy with it, then don't worry if you got a good deal or not. Enjoy what you have and don't think about the what ifs.