TC - New vs Extreme Makeover
A new member here. I have never owned a TC but ready to jump in. I have an F450 on order and am considering an EC 1200 or Mammoth. The question I have is new vs. used. A Mammoth for example is $65...
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RetiredBeanCounter wrote:
When you get to the really high-end campers like Host, where 5 years saves $35K, it would appear that a substantial remodel might be worth it. I disagree with posters that say “if it works, why change it?” There is something to be said for esthetics, and I, like many people, would pay a premium for a house, truck, or camper that looks updated and nice, over something that simply works.
So, if I can find that well taken care of 5-year-old camper, I would think that for the $35K difference in price, that I could create something that is nicer than buying off the showroom floor, a better camper than new.
Obviously, if the OP wants to refurbish, he is welcome to do so...
...but a 5yr old model purchased in good condition is likely going to in new or near new condition. They don't change the styling often, so newer is unlikely to look much different. There is no reason to expect aesthetic issues that you wouldn't likely have to change anyway if you bought a new 2018/2019 model.
I took the OP's original comment to imply that a 5yr old unit would have issues requiring refurbishment and that shouldn't be true unless you buy an abused unit...in which case you should be getting a much deeper discount compared to the new price.
