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jwilson32
Explorer
Jan 21, 2015

Purchasing an RV in Coos Bay, OR - Need an inspection

Hi,

I think I've finally found the RV for my family and I. It's a 2000 Alpine Coach 40DFS Limited Edition. I'm located in St. Louis, MO and wondering if anyone has a referral for a good, honest person that can inspect the unit for me? I'd like to have this done in the next day or two. I plan to pick it up the middle of next week as long as everything checks out.

Would you recommend I look on Craigslist or call a dealer? Coos bay is about 2 hours SW of Eugene.

Thanks and we are super stoked about the new ride!

Jordan
Class A
  • 1SG's avatar
    1SG
    Explorer
    Jan 23, 2015
    I am sorry it did not work out for you. Good luck on your search.

    Paul
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    jwilson32
    Explorer
    Jan 23, 2015
    After talking with the owner several times and trying to work out the finances, I've decided to no longer purchase the vehicle. There are a lot of misleading facts in the ad and he is just too difficult to deal with. If I was local it may have been a different story. It looks to be a pretty good unit and would possibly make someone a great coach.

    Just wanted to thank everyone for all of their help and I really enjoyed talking with Kevin.

    The search continues!

    Jordan
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    wolfe10
    Explorer
    Jan 22, 2015
    2oldman wrote:
    1SG wrote:
    we don't have a Sales Tax in Oregon so you will save some money there.
    That's collected in the state in which he licenses it.


    On tires, he is correct. On the RV itself, you are correct.
  • 1SG's avatar
    1SG
    Explorer
    Jan 22, 2015
    I was talking about the tires if he were to go ahead and purchase them in Oregon. Tires won't be tracked by any State.
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    2oldman
    Explorer II
    Jan 22, 2015
    1SG wrote:
    we don't have a Sales Tax in Oregon so you will save some money there.
    That's collected in the state in which he licenses it.
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    1SG
    Explorer
    Jan 22, 2015
    As for the tires I would call Les Schwab in Coos Bay and see if they have the size tire you need to replace. I would also ask them for a $ credit for your old casing. They have done that for me but you have to ask. Another thing to remember we don't have a Sales Tax in Oregon so you will save some money there. I would replace the tires since you will be driving long distance in not the best of conditions, possibly.

    Paul
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    Pogoil
    Explorer
    Jan 22, 2015
    If I were looking for a larger coach with slides I would be tempted.

    Again the inspection will tell. It looks good in the photos but there is a lot to consider. As far as batteries and tires, Les Schwab carries both. LTM Truck in Coos Bay has serviced my coach when I first bought it. Trans fluid and radiator flush and fill, and has also done my hydraulic work.

    Good luck and keep us posted.
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    2oldman
    Explorer II
    Jan 22, 2015
    jwilson32 wrote:
    Thanks 2oldman, not sure why it's not posting the photo for me?
    Use the Direct link, and quote my post to see what I did.

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