Quality of the new Fleetwood

if you get a Fleetwood,, I would only ONLY go with Bounder. My father's friend got one in 1996 and was built like a battle ship. whereas the south wind camelbacked by the rear axle and seen it on three different ones.

Personally, I think Fleetwood did and still does build a very good product. Had some house problems initially, but ours has been solid since. Bought our signature rig new in April, 2003.

If you are looking at buying brand new, expect a laundry list of issues to be dealt with, not matter what manufacturer you choose. Be sure you have easy access to your dealer, or a repair facility that will handle warranty work for you.

I've owned two very good Fleetwoods. And would buy another. Dirts easy to find under any RV makers product. You gatta look for YOURSELF.

I think you are smart to ask for info on post bankruptcy performance. Many of the manufacturers that went thru tough times and may be better or worse than the older models. Opinions about pre recession coaches may not be as accurate. I have heard a lot of gossip from neighbors who used to work at LZ Days. I don't remember the specific makes or models but there was a lot of turmoil for awhile.

paulcardoza wrote:
If you are looking at buying brand new, expect a laundry list of issues to be dealt with, not matter what manufacturer you choose. Be sure you have easy access to your dealer, or a repair facility that will handle warranty work for you.

We are considering buying a DP motorhome, but I have read and heard statements like this many times. I just can't accept that a very expensive piece of machinery will have a "laundry list" of issues. Somebody needs to be in charge of quality control and if he/she can't do it, then be replaced by someone who can. Just my opinion.

Sooner Schooner wrote:

paulcardoza wrote:
If you are looking at buying brand new, expect a laundry list of issues to be dealt with, not matter what manufacturer you choose. Be sure you have easy access to your dealer, or a repair facility that will handle warranty work for you.

We are considering buying a DP motorhome, but I have read and heard statements like this many times. I just can't accept that a very expensive piece of machinery will have a "laundry list" of issues. Somebody needs to be in charge of quality control and if he/she can't do it, then be replaced by someone who can. Just my opinion.

Unfortunately, it is true. Our current rig is an excellent product. However, during the first year, we had a lot of minor issues that had to be addressed by the dealer. Fortunately, Winnebago really stands behind their product and resolved all issues promptly and without any hassles. Remember, you are basically putting a house on wheels and driving it down the road.

Sooner Schooner wrote:

paulcardoza wrote:
If you are looking at buying brand new, expect a laundry list of issues to be dealt with, not matter what manufacturer you choose. Be sure you have easy access to your dealer, or a repair facility that will handle warranty work for you.

We are considering buying a DP motorhome, but I have read and heard statements like this many times. I just can't accept that a very expensive piece of machinery will have a "laundry list" of issues. Somebody needs to be in charge of quality control and if he/she can't do it, then be replaced by someone who can. Just my opinion.

It's too bad your opinion doesn't change the facts. That's just my opinion.

I see you have a Winnebago product now. We had a Fleetwood for 5 years. A pretty descent unit no issues with the Fleetwood part. We now own a Winnebago and I would not have anything else. Both were gas rigs.

OnaQuest wrote:

Sooner Schooner wrote:

paulcardoza wrote:
If you are looking at buying brand new, expect a laundry list of issues to be dealt with, not matter what manufacturer you choose. Be sure you have easy access to your dealer, or a repair facility that will handle warranty work for you.

We are considering buying a DP motorhome, but I have read and heard statements like this many times. I just can't accept that a very expensive piece of machinery will have a "laundry list" of issues. Somebody needs to be in charge of quality control and if he/she can't do it, then be replaced by someone who can. Just my opinion.

It's too bad your opinion doesn't change the facts. That's just my opinion.

Yes, you are correct, it does not change the fact that the guy at the factory who installed the door that does not close properly, and the guy that wired the electronic item that does not work, etc, got away with it and nobody checked it. The happy new customer with their shiny new RV has to postpone the exciting trip they planned to get the stuff on their brand new motorhome fixed. We are talking about new motorhomes, not older ones that have been bouncing down the highway for a few years.