1998 Coleman Redwood - what to look for
A dealer near me has a 1998 Coleman Redwood for $1995. From the photos it looks to be in pretty good condition. I think the roof may be aluminum and not the trouble-prone ABS (there is a seam down...
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Here's some helpful links, but Step 1 is ALWAYS figuring out how much you can ACTUALLY tow. And the real life max towing capacity is much lower than the manufacture stated max towing amount.
How Much Trailer Can You Tow (Part 1)?
http://popupbackpacker.com/how-much-trailer-can-you-tow-part-1/
The 75 Percent Rule of Thumb
http://www.popupexplorer.com/?p=210
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Buying Used Camper Checklist
http://popuptimes.com/?p=750
How to Buy a Pop-Up Camper or Tent Trailer
http://www.popupportal.com/index.php?topic=31201.0
Purchasing a Used Pop-Up-Camper
http://title-3.com/BuyUsed.htm
Unfortunately, NADAGuides or similar pricing service can't help here. Condition is the ultimate factor in determining price on an old camper like that. It IS at a dealer so the price can definitely come down. Having said that, I would expect to do some work on a camper costing $1500. A good to go camp ready pup I'd expect to pay 3K or higher. That's just my experience in Texas. Your mileage may vary.
How Much Trailer Can You Tow (Part 1)?
http://popupbackpacker.com/how-much-trailer-can-you-tow-part-1/
The 75 Percent Rule of Thumb
http://www.popupexplorer.com/?p=210
_________________________________________________________________________
Buying Used Camper Checklist
http://popuptimes.com/?p=750
How to Buy a Pop-Up Camper or Tent Trailer
http://www.popupportal.com/index.php?topic=31201.0
Purchasing a Used Pop-Up-Camper
http://title-3.com/BuyUsed.htm
Unfortunately, NADAGuides or similar pricing service can't help here. Condition is the ultimate factor in determining price on an old camper like that. It IS at a dealer so the price can definitely come down. Having said that, I would expect to do some work on a camper costing $1500. A good to go camp ready pup I'd expect to pay 3K or higher. That's just my experience in Texas. Your mileage may vary.
