Best brand for resale?

[T__Anderson]

I'm considering buying a used Class C with the intention of keeping it for 1-2 years, traveling all over the USA, and then selling it.
Is there a particular brand that would hold its value better than others over a 2-3 year period? Maybe even a specific model.
My budget will be $60K or less.

[T__Anderson]

Thanks so much for the replies so far. I'm already thinking that maybe a Class B may be a better choice for us, so who knows where I'll end up in this quest.
And I'm glad to hear that condition is the most important factor, as that opens up a ton more options when looking for candidates.

[Hank85713]

yes condition is the most important. Brands vary in quality even among the units produced. Winnebago has a "NAME" but I am not necessarily impressed with the unit we have. So if going to buy to resell in 1-2 years I would go with an older unti that can be had fairly cheap, put a few dollars in it such as tires tuneup etc and then use and then sell. Lots of rv's out there even late 90's can be found in good condition at reasonable prices (class A's), mid 2000 class C's are also available cheaply in a lot of cases and if it is still in good condition you can sell with little to no loss as long as it doesnt need lot $$ to get it to where it wanted for your comfort and convenience. We pait $70+K for a 1year old low mileage unit which new was in the 6 figure range, they are still selling (asking $50-60K) for same rv/type. So age will be a factor but overall condition is what you need to be concerned with. There is an article on fax travel news that many are buying rv's due to covid! In a year or 2 the market will probably be flooded with USED low mileage/usage rv's IMO so return on investments will probably take a big hit as in what you stated to begin with.

[ron_dittmer]

A 3 to 5 year old Phoenix Cruiser will closely hold it's value for your intended purposes. I am not sure a 1 to 2 year old will as much because you would be paying so much more to buy it, and the worst of depreciation has not passed yet.

Regarding which model holds it's value the best, I think it is model 2551 and 2552. The twin beds in the shorter lengths seem to be most sought after, hence more apt to get your money back after a year or two of serious use.

As others have mentioned, "Condition" means so VERY much.

We special ordered our PC HERE new in May 2007, paying $67,205, immediately followed by various suspension upgrades and other smaller rig-specifics including two built-in TVs, a 3rd captain seat, leather dinette, and other OEM upgrades done later to bring our investment to around $73,000. Because of how we store and care for our rig retaining it's "Like New" condition, along with it's low ~40,000 miles driven, I think I might be able to get half of that back in resale. I wouldn't really know for certain unless I tried, but selling our like-new PC would be a very dumb idea for us personally.

[bobndot]

I agree with the condition of.
If I had to make a guess, I would think a unit such as Coach House with a uni-body fiberglass shell would be on top of the list. Phoenix Cruisers seem to hold their value as well.
What I would research is, the used Sprinter market. I have no idea how people think of the expensive replacement parts of the M. Benz which is going to happen on vehicles that are out of warranty.

[Lwiddis]

If you buy a rental unit from a reputable company you can be assured the chassis maintenance was completed properly.

[gbopp]

Condition is usually more important than the brand. A low end unit in excellent condition is generally a better deal than a high end unit in good/fair condition.
Some have had good luck with former rental units.