Best used DP value for 100K?

[Pico2011]

In about two months our house will be sold and it will be time to make a decision...

We plan to full time in this coach and looking at units in the 38-40 foot range with a large fridge and preferably king bed, washer/dryer.

Most I see online are 2005-2008 models with less than 40K miles.

Given a choice what models should I be looking at in this range?

Thanks in advance!

[RayChez]

Exactly smiranger! You said it, THEY ARE PLANNING ON RESTARTING MANUFACTURING AGAIN. But last time I drove by they had not started manufacturing coaches yet. They do support owners repairing their coaches with parts. But my point was that the assembly line has not been started yet. Maybe in the future.

[smlranger]

RayChez wrote:
Country Coach is out of business last I heard.

The original Country Coach, as with Monaco, declared bankruptcy around 2009. However, one of the original CC founders, Ron Lee, has restarted the company in the same buildings/property to do service, provide parts and technical support for all Country Coaches. Many of the employees there were employed by the original company. They are also planning to start manufacturing again and are in the process of building a prototype 45' Allure. They have all the original fiberglass molds so can manufacture any replacement body panels for most everything they ever made.

There are also a number of excellent companies in and around Junction City, OR providing comprehensive service for Country Coach (and all brands). Some of these were started by former employees/techs of the original manufacturer.

Message here is there is no shortage of great service and support for Country Coaches, especially if you live on the West coast.

[mike_brez]

RayChez wrote:
Country Coach is out of business last I heard.

Nope still in business.

[RayChez]

Country Coach is out of business last I heard.

[Passin_Thru]

One that fits. Everyone has an opinion but you may not like it.

[RFCN2]

We are down in San Diego area a couple of hours south of you. The key things about looking for a motorhome in my opinion is that the floorpan meets your needs, it has enough CCC (carrying capacity) to tow and carry your stuff, you feel comfortable driving it, and you really like it.

You do need to check to make sure there is not extensive water damage from a leak (s). But if you buy in the south west which I advise you to do it hardly rains or freezes so damage from water leaks is less likely. If you are going to full time or half time you need a coach with heavy duty house materials like solid counter tops, well made floor coverings and so on. Almost invariably the price it cost new is in direct proportion to how heavy duty stuff is.

In my opinion it is very helpful to talk to the previous owner to find out what has been done to the coach maintenance wise and get records. It is very good to get a coach that has been well maintained. If you buy a coach that you don't know the details of it's background get an extended warranty so you don't break the bank. A rebuilt transmission is 7-8 grand. A used or rebuilt diesel is around 20. A replacement aqua hot boiler is 8,000. To replace a charge air cooler is 6,000 and so on.

I like side radiators. I like air brakes. Cat or Cummins motor. No off brand motors.

Shop and test drive a lot. Do not take checkbook the first seven test drives. I used the RVCG (RV consumer group) data sheets to narrow down my search. I do agree with their highway handling ratings. I only seriously looked at coaches they rated excellent in handling. The RVCG info tells you which coaches are, in their opinion, heavy duty.

Have fun looking. I did.

The coach you buy is important, the brand less so. You are buying a coach not a brand. And just because a coach is a brand thought to be good does not mean that particular one is. You need to make sure of that by yourself. So look in dark corners to make sure everything is made and assembled right.

After 5 years of owning a Country Coach we are very happy with our choice. A very well made machine. And the factory is in Oregon 1 1/2 days away not in Indiana, many days away. Or Alabama, also many days away.

[RFCN2]

California's rule is over 40' but below 45' you need a class B license. I have my class B license and they did test my air brake knowledge when I took the test. If you buy a coach with a tag and it is 40' or less you do not need a class B license.

[Pico2011]

one more?

http://www.rvt.com/Fleetwood-Excursion-39L-2006-Glendale-AZ-ID5969685-UX157818?utm_source=Email+Lead&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Email+Lead+Ad+Linkhttp://www.rvt.com/Fleetwood-Excursion-39L-2006-Glendale-AZ-ID5969685-UX157818?utm_source=Email+Lead...

[DanLee]

Pico2011 wrote:
http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/rvs/4852658063.html

How about this one?

2007 Holiday Rambler Endeavor 40PDQ Quad Slide-Out Class A - Diesel. This coach is built on a Roadmaster chassis and powered by a Cummins ISL 400HP Diesel Engine with only 23500 miles! Equipment includes: Power Cord Reel, Aluminum Wheels, Side-Hinged Baggage Doors, Pass Through Slide-Out Storage Tray, Hydraulic Leveling Jacks, 2000 Watt Inverter, 3M Film Front Mask, Full Encased Awnings, Front Door Awning, Auto Patio Awning, Dual Ducted Roof A/C's w/Heat Pumps, Exhaust Brake, Adjustable Pedals, 3-Camera Rear Vision System, Driver's Door, Power Leather Cockpit Seats, Co-Pilot Power Footrest, Leather Cockpit Seats, Trip Computer, Power Sunvisors, CD Player, Central Vacuum System, Combination Washer/Dryer, DVD Player, Home Theater System, LCD TV in Bedroom, LCD TV in Cockpit, Refrigerator w/Water/Ice Dispenser, Convection Microwave, Corian Countertops. Equipped with an Onan 8KW diesel Generator with only 195 hours. The Floorplan features: Quad Slide-Out, Leather Hide-a-bed Sofa w/Air Mattress, Fabric Easybed Sofa, Full Tile Floor, Dinette Table and Chairs, Private Toilet and Second Sink, Open Bath, King Air Bed, Rear Wardrobe. WILL CONSIDER ANY REASONABLE OFFER. Asking only $114,900!

Please keep the suggestions coming! I'm looking for the exact same thing as OP. thanks!

[peaches_cream]

2007 Holiday Rambler

Endeavor Series M-40PDQ-400hp

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[Pico2011]

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/rvs/4852658063.html

How about this one?

2007 Holiday Rambler Endeavor 40PDQ Quad Slide-Out Class A - Diesel. This coach is built on a Roadmaster chassis and powered by a Cummins ISL 400HP Diesel Engine with only 23500 miles! Equipment includes: Power Cord Reel, Aluminum Wheels, Side-Hinged Baggage Doors, Pass Through Slide-Out Storage Tray, Hydraulic Leveling Jacks, 2000 Watt Inverter, 3M Film Front Mask, Full Encased Awnings, Front Door Awning, Auto Patio Awning, Dual Ducted Roof A/C's w/Heat Pumps, Exhaust Brake, Adjustable Pedals, 3-Camera Rear Vision System, Driver's Door, Power Leather Cockpit Seats, Co-Pilot Power Footrest, Leather Cockpit Seats, Trip Computer, Power Sunvisors, CD Player, Central Vacuum System, Combination Washer/Dryer, DVD Player, Home Theater System, LCD TV in Bedroom, LCD TV in Cockpit, Refrigerator w/Water/Ice Dispenser, Convection Microwave, Corian Countertops. Equipped with an Onan 8KW diesel Generator with only 195 hours. The Floorplan features: Quad Slide-Out, Leather Hide-a-bed Sofa w/Air Mattress, Fabric Easybed Sofa, Full Tile Floor, Dinette Table and Chairs, Private Toilet and Second Sink, Open Bath, King Air Bed, Rear Wardrobe. WILL CONSIDER ANY REASONABLE OFFER. Asking only $114,900!

[tropical36]

mike brez wrote:

tropical36 wrote:

mike brez wrote:

smlranger wrote:
We owned a Journey for 8 years, a 2002 so not with the more up to date features of the newer Journey's. It was a good coach but the Journey is not on the level in terms of overall build quality and features as the higher end rigs made by Country Coach, Monaco, Travel Supreme, Entegra, Newmar and others. The greatest weakness, IMO, of the Journey is it is a rear radiator coach. That seems to be no issue for many but it can become an expensive issue if/when you need to do some work on the engine. Even simple tasks like changing a belt or hoses are difficult and expensive on rear radiator coaches. Hard for you if you are doing the work and expensive if you are paying someone else. Before you buy a coach, raise the engine hatch and see for yourself. With a rear radiator coach, you can't even see the motor from the hatch.... think about working on it.

X2 on the side radiator. Someone had a thread going top 5 must haves and a side radiator was number one of my five followed by full body paint. Actually I wouldn't get a coach without either.

Do you remember what the other 3 were?

In no particular order
Full body paint
Side radiator
No curb side slide/ bedroom ok
Fiberglass roof
Toilet in its own room

Thanks and I would agree except I'm not so sure about the toilet idea.

[mike_brez]

tropical36 wrote:

mike brez wrote:

smlranger wrote:
We owned a Journey for 8 years, a 2002 so not with the more up to date features of the newer Journey's. It was a good coach but the Journey is not on the level in terms of overall build quality and features as the higher end rigs made by Country Coach, Monaco, Travel Supreme, Entegra, Newmar and others. The greatest weakness, IMO, of the Journey is it is a rear radiator coach. That seems to be no issue for many but it can become an expensive issue if/when you need to do some work on the engine. Even simple tasks like changing a belt or hoses are difficult and expensive on rear radiator coaches. Hard for you if you are doing the work and expensive if you are paying someone else. Before you buy a coach, raise the engine hatch and see for yourself. With a rear radiator coach, you can't even see the motor from the hatch.... think about working on it.

X2 on the side radiator. Someone had a thread going top 5 must haves and a side radiator was number one of my five followed by full body paint. Actually I wouldn't get a coach without either.

Do you remember what the other 3 were?

In no particular order
Full body paint
Side radiator
No curb side slide/ bedroom ok
Fiberglass roof
Toilet in its own room

[tropical36]

mike brez wrote:

smlranger wrote:
We owned a Journey for 8 years, a 2002 so not with the more up to date features of the newer Journey's. It was a good coach but the Journey is not on the level in terms of overall build quality and features as the higher end rigs made by Country Coach, Monaco, Travel Supreme, Entegra, Newmar and others. The greatest weakness, IMO, of the Journey is it is a rear radiator coach. That seems to be no issue for many but it can become an expensive issue if/when you need to do some work on the engine. Even simple tasks like changing a belt or hoses are difficult and expensive on rear radiator coaches. Hard for you if you are doing the work and expensive if you are paying someone else. Before you buy a coach, raise the engine hatch and see for yourself. With a rear radiator coach, you can't even see the motor from the hatch.... think about working on it.

X2 on the side radiator. Someone had a thread going top 5 must haves and a side radiator was number one of my five followed by full body paint. Actually I wouldn't get a coach without either.

Do you remember what the other 3 were?