I have no experience with campers at all. I recently came across a 2016 Four Winds 29G with 26,000 miles. The guy is only asking $25,000. After looking up comparible models, this deal almost seems too good to be true. He claims to have paid $79,000 a year prior for it. What are things that I should be looking for to make sure there are no issues? I have test drove it and went over everything and other than cosmetic things here and there, it seems in great shape. Any help would be appreciated.ThanksCody

Take a knowledgeable Rv person with you and go have a look before it's gone. stranger things have happened.

Where did you see it? I've seen ads like that on Craigslist that ended up being a scam. They are really after your email address and cell # as well as any other info they can get. NADA low retail on that MH is $41k so something is definitely fishy. There are 4 of these on RV trader, the cheapest of which is $55k. I am guessing it's a scam - typically if it's too good to be true, it's usually not. Stranger things have happened. Let us know what you find out.

It's an older gentleman who is starting to go blind and is just wanting to get rid of it. He took it to an RV dealer and was low balled so he decided to sell it on his own to someone for a good price to get rid of it. It is not listed anywhere just a for sale sign in his front yard so not much traffic. Its not a scam unless there is something wrong with it that he is not telling us, but he doesn't seem to be that kind of guy. I don't really have any friends that are into camping, just mechanical people. Are there any certain problem areas that are typical? Like rotting spots to check where water gets or lines that go bad? I don't think I can go wrong getting it, but what is the best way to learn everything about it? There doesn't seem to be any youtube videos and the manual isn't that great. I live in the middle of nowhere, so finding a dealer is a bit of a drive. Not to mention most things are still closed with the virus

Double check the title with the DMV. If clean, go for it.If you do let us know, good stories are hard to come by.

Hire a local RV tech to inspect the unit for you. Most will come out and and go through a unit for a couple hundred and you will have a much better idea of what your buying. A local campground can help you find one if none are listed in your local phone book.

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Bumpyroad
Explorer
Jun 01, 2020
jrobert01 wrote:
read the article on red max pro really good for older faded exterior makes it look like new just follow instruction by users you will love the look.

too many "issues" with red max later.

bumpy
jrobert01
Explorer
Jun 01, 2020
read the article on red max pro really good for older faded exterior makes it look like new just follow instruction by users you will love the look.
Jerseydevil
Explorer
May 31, 2020
Cyager9110 wrote:
Got the motorhome! It's in great condition. Some water damage in the bed above the driver's seat but that is about it. He also threw in a free car hauler as well so it was a hell of a deal. Any recommendations on a cleaner for the exterior? It is pretty weathered and could really use some registration.

Good luck!

Try Meguiars wash and wax.
Cyager9110
Explorer
May 29, 2020
Got the motorhome! It's in great condition. Some water damage in the bed above the driver's seat but that is about it. He also threw in a free car hauler as well so it was a hell of a deal. Any recommendations on a cleaner for the exterior? It is pretty weathered and could really use some restoration
Jerseydevil
Explorer
May 27, 2020
Cyager9110 wrote:
I have no experience with campers at all. I recently came across a 2016 Four Winds 29G with 26,000 miles. The guy is only asking $25,000. After looking up comparible models, this deal almost seems too good to be true. He claims to have paid $79,000 a year prior for it. What are things that I should be looking for to make sure there are no issues? I have test drove it and went over everything and other than cosmetic things here and there, it seems in great shape. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

Cody

Wow, seems like a no-brainer to me unless it took water or was driven 22k with no fluids in it. Check exterior/interior close for any bubbles in roof or delamination.
Grit_dog
Navigator
May 27, 2020
So regardless of the chit chat, THAT is a great deal. He!!, I'd buy it and flip it if nothing else.
OP, check it out and if it's legit and in great condition, it should already be in your driveway!

If you've hung around here much, the same crowd will tell you tomorrow, in another thread, that $25-30k will get you a nice 10+ year old class C......
way2roll
Navigator II
May 27, 2020
Bumpyroad wrote:
way2roll wrote:

I have been shopping for a while now and haven't any dealer approaching 50%. Contrary, most are prices you would normally see and moving a lot of inventory. I would love to know where I can get a leftover Class A for 50% MSRP.

a dealer can easily sell for 50% off MSRP. all he has to do it get a window sticker showing an elevated price for it.
bumpy

Agreed. I don't want to hijack the thread but the MSRP's in Caringb's post above are both inflated - (nothing personal caringb). I looked up a few sources and the actual MSRP for each of those is much lower than the dealer is quoting. They still might be good deals but %off MSRP is a sales tactic.
Bumpyroad
Explorer
May 27, 2020
way2roll wrote:

I have been shopping for a while now and haven't any dealer approaching 50%. Contrary, most are prices you would normally see and moving a lot of inventory. I would love to know where I can get a leftover Class A for 50% MSRP.

a dealer can easily sell for 50% off MSRP. all he has to do it get a window sticker showing an elevated price for it.
bumpy
carringb
Explorer
May 27, 2020
way2roll wrote:

I have been shopping for a while now and haven't any dealer approaching 50%. Contrary, most are prices you would normally see and moving a lot of inventory. I would love to know where I can get a leftover Class A for 50% MSRP.

This is one I've been keeping an eye on for the last month. Finally went to sale pending today. MHSRV - 2019 THOR Outlaw for 45% off MSRP

This one isn't quite as much as a discount as a percent, but still being advertised for $125,000 off MSRP. 2019 Holiday Rambler Navigator 37R
fourthclassC
Explorer
May 26, 2020
Like others have said. Inspection is very important. Especially the roof. Actually climb up in the over cab bed - remove the pads and inspect deep in the corners for evidence of roof leakage.