Is A New 2018 Still New?

[DallasSteve]

I'm looking at a Winnebago Class A floorplan I like and 2 or 3 dealers still have new units from 2018 in that floorplan. Is that a problem? For example, I have read that RV tires will need to be replaced after 3 or 5 years (I don't remember exactly) even if they don't have many miles on them. Are there other systems in a Class A motorhome that will decay from sitting on a dealer's lot for over a year? Would you be hesitant to buy a new 2018 Class A motorhome? The prices are below the best prices for 2020 models, and I like the upholstery better on the 2018.

[Lwiddis]

Tires, batteries, oil and filter change and roof inspection/maintenance.

[Rangerider]

Same with the batteries.

[Dutch_12078]

I would not hesitate to buy a new 2018 unit, but I would use the tire age as a price negotiating tool. The generally recommended RV tire replacement age range is 5-7 years, so it's not a major issue on 2018, but if they'll drop the price or install new (check the date codes) tires, so much the better.