Class A Handicapped equipped - keep it or replace it?

[kmb1966]

We have had our 2001 Itasca Suncruiser 37G(Ability equipped) since 2005. The unit has a Braun lift (2nd door), roll in shower, extra wide galley, queen bed or electric hospital bed (changeable). The unit was built and bought from Winnebago with these modifications. It was purchased to bring my disabled father (in a wheelchair) on small trips. We did make many trips in the motorhome with him. He enjoyed it very much. But these days, he really doesn't like to leave home too much, so we are in question of whether or not to keep the unit, or attempt to sell it. My wife and I enjoy RV-ing, but the 37G is a little large for our preference. We are discussing if we should attempt to sell it, and perhaps purchase another unit that is more in line with our preferences. We discussed this with camping world RV sales, and they suggested we attempt to sell the unit ourselves to someone that had a disability need, as this would be a very narrow market, but if I found a buyer with that need, it would yield a better price. I really don't think anyone would buy a motorhome with a Braun lift if they didn't need a lift. But at times I consider removing the lift altogether and build in a small lightweight cabinet and utilize the 2nd exterior door for an outside entertainment system. I go back and forth on the idea. Sometimes we think we are going to keep it and just modify it, but other times we think it would be best to find the right buyer who has a disability modification need, and then go purchase a replacement unit that fits my wife and I better.
Thoughts?

[2gypsies1]

jwmII wrote:
Sell it now before it loses more value and maybe some one else will get it that will enjoy going like Dad used to do.

This is what I'd do. I'm sure there are many handicapped folks who would love to RV but can't. Put it in RVTrader so it covers a wide audience.

[kmb1966]

tonyandkaren wrote:
Try putting an ad on this site - http://www.handicappedtravelclub.com/htc-classifieds/browse-categories/51/rvs-travel-trailers/
The RVs are usually not on the site for very long so they must be selling.

Another one - http://www.disableddealer.com/

Thank you for the links. We are considering it. There is some sentimental values for our MH, and it has been very reliable too.

[tonyandkaren]

Try putting an ad on this site - http://www.handicappedtravelclub.com/htc-classifieds/browse-categories/51/rvs-travel-trailers/
The RVs are usually not on the site for very long so they must be selling.

Another one - http://www.disableddealer.com/

[gonesouth]

I'm not ready for a lift yet, but if I come across one with one when we're ready to buy it might win out! Sell it with the Lift attached. There will be a market.

[Pirate1]

Sell it. I'm on my second RV with a wheelchair lift and I be that sucker will sell quick. Don't take out the lift, that will be the main selling point.

[kmb1966]

rgatijnet1 wrote:
Is it just to transport a handicapped individual or is it set up so that they can also drive it?
I would try to sell it but the market will be small, especially if it is set up for a handicap driver.

It is not setup to drive. It is setup to transport, and lock down the wheelchair in the passenger area or transfer from wheelchair into a regular captain's chair.

[rgatijnet1]

Is it just to transport a handicapped individual or is it set up so that they can also drive it?
I would try to sell it but the market will be small, especially if it is set up for a handicap driver.

[korbe]

I would look to sell as is. With the internet, the market area is much larger than we think.

[jwmII]

Sell it now before it loses more value and maybe some one else will get it that will enjoy going like Dad used to do.

[the_bear_II]

We also equipped our 5th wheel with a lift so we could bring along my wheelchair bound Dad. He passed away a couple of years ago. We still use the 5th wheel because we like it and who knows at the rate we are decaying we may need the lift.

That being said if you want to go smaller, I would definitely sell it privately. You will get more for it. You might consider a consignment lot if they offer to do the right marketing of the unit. You will lose some of the sale price as commission to them but you won't have to deal with the selling hassle.

There is a market for your unit. Consider the veterans returning with special needs or families with children requiring a specially equipped Motor home. You should contact some agencies who help folks with disabilities, they may be able to suggest where best to advertise it.

[gbopp]

Johno02 wrote:
As it will add no value to remove everything, I would keep it until I could find a sale for it as it is equipped. You just gotta find the market, Camping World isn't it.

X2. I would not remove/change anything. Keep using it until you sell it.

Maybe you could contact PPL motorhomes (and others) to see if they have any requests for a motorhome equipped similar to yours?
It's obvious CW does not want your unit. I'm sure there is someone that would be interested.

[DutchmenSport]

I agree with Johno02. Try to sell it to a targeted audience. Meanwhile, continue using it. I would not put any $$$ into renovating or changing anything. You'll not get your money back out and it won't add any value either. Take your time selling, keep it clean and well maintained, and eventually someone will come along who wants it. Might be sooner, might be later, but once it's sold, then you can get a new one that suits your current needs better. That's what I'd do.

[Johno02]

As it will add no value to remove everything, I would keep it until I could find a sale for it as it is equipped. You just gotta find the market, Camping World isn't it.