Getting ready to pull the trigger. What do you guys think?

[Guysakar]

http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/rvs/4704094587.html


This just got posted and I am thinking that it is a good deal and what I want.

I am very nervous about buying something that is going to have issues, though. Anyone know anything about this model? Any luck/bad luck with this year engine and drive train?

Is it a good deal? Seems low retail NADA is about 1-2 grand over what he/she is asking.

Anyone know what all of those numbers are at the bottom of the ad?

I want to get a consensus before I call this person, because I may just tell him I'm on my way, hit the bank, and go buy it.




Thanks for any help. Very appreciated.

[NYCgrrl]

I'm wondering what is the tip off to a scam as well.

Looks like you'll want to change the carpet what w/ all the throw rugs and the close up pic of the fridge but given the age and flooring material that's to be expected.

I wouldn't care if it was a dealer or private owner as long as the price made my pockets happy.

[Ron3rd]

robsouth wrote:
Classic scam. See them all the time on Craigslist. BEWARE!!!

What's the tipoff that it is a scam? The price?

[wintersun]

NADA reflects past sales and is only a guide. If a RV has a good reputation or there is lots more demand than there are sellers the price will reflect that. Or it may reflect what the buyer wants to get or what they still owe the bank if they financed their purchase.

For what is closer to a Class B+ motorhome the $13k price is one I would have no problem at all in paying. A 2001 3/4 ton pickup will be selling for that amount. This type of motorhome depreciates rapidly and this makes them terrible for new buyers but great for the people buying them used later.

The only maintenance issues to worry about are the fridge, AC, and engine. Worst case if you needed to replace the fridge or the AC unit it would be a $1000 bill. With a gas engine with 59,000 miles the only likely repairs are the water pump, hoses, belts, and batteries (starter and house).

If I was looking for this type of motorhome and saw it advertised at that price by the original owner I would immediately go to the bank and get the cash I needed and head over to buy it. The really good deals rarely last unless the seller is in a very remote area.

Want to check on problems then google this make and year and the word "problem" or "repair" and see what comes back.

[robsouth]

Classic scam. See them all the time on Craigslist. BEWARE!!!

[Stephen_W]

probably a dealer, selling by owner.

[ed6713]

Dynamax builds a quality product. Once you go over it carefully, if it looks good, I'd go for it.
The mileage on the rig is good for the age. Those Ford V-10s tend to be solid engines.
Enjoy

[certified106]

Looks like a classic CL scam to me!

[Wiscampsin]

Those numbers appear to be phone numbers. That's alot of numbers.