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Re: How much below MSRP should we be paying for a new TT?
I'd agree 25-30% seems the norm. We actually got them down to 40%, we'd shopped and narrowed it to one of two (same model) at two dealers and I waited till last day of the month and let them battle it out to see which would give me the best deal.461Views0likes0CommentsRe: HELP! Coachman Apex vs Freedom Express (or ??)
Got the Minnie Plus 27bhss, walk through was great only had a couple of minor cosmetic issues they took care of. Had them remove every access panel, checked every outlet, USB port, AC, Appliance, etc.. I'm sure they were glad to see me leave! Feel like I got a quality product at a fair price, but time will tell.1.5KViews0likes0CommentsRe: HELP! Coachman Apex vs Freedom Express (or ??)
unfortunately the walk-through didn't go well on the Apex either. Had some issues with the plumbing under the shower leaking, issue with the toilet being loose. Not trusting that other issues below the deck could be there too.. So stopped at that point and just passed on it, rather not take the chance. Looking at a Winnebago Minnie Plus now.1.5KViews0likes0CommentsRe: HELP! Coachman Apex vs Freedom Express (or ??)
>> A valve in a closed system shouldn't let water out. Even if it was the winterization hose valve. It would suck instead of run out. That is what I thought too, tech said that with the valve open (guess not anti-siphon??) that water would free-flow out the winterization hose. Anyway, appreciate the feedback. Going with the Apex and hopefully this walkthrough goes well.1.5KViews0likes0CommentsRe: HELP! Coachman Apex vs Freedom Express (or ??)
SoundGuy wrote: CampinFL wrote: Long tory short we liked the Coachman 248RBS layout when we saw it on line. We looked and worked a good deal and actually put a deposit on one and were all set to get it. Went to the dealer to take delivery and found a "big-to me" issue and told the dealer not accepting. SoundGuy wrote: As a Freedom Express owner myself I'm curious - what was this "big-to you" issue? :@ Terryallan wrote: Agree. I'm looking at a Freedom Express. Would like to know as well. CampinFL wrote: We were doing the inspection/walk through. They (factory) left a valve open behind a cover plate under the sink and the trailer got a lot of water leaking into the floor, dealer was great about it.. Not their fault, simple mistake that made this one a no-go for me.. Valve? What valve could possibly leak water on to the floor? And how do you know this was a factory error, not a dealer prep error? :h One left open, was for winterization connected to the water pump and it was behind a panel.Unless it's the factory's practice to leave this valve open (so you can winterize) then I guess bad on the dealer for not checking. (really doesn't matter does it.. I took them at their word, i didn't ask them for their inspection checklist) That aside, why would the dealer not just get you another unit if this particular one wasn't acceptable to you? :h I never said they didn't offer to do get me a replacement, simply stated we were looking at other models they had on the lot. Heck, I've had far more serious issues with my own 2014 Freedom Express than a little water on the floor but wouldn't steer anyone away from one if that's what they really want. Methinks there has to be more to this story than you're telling us. :R Really not interested in you theory "Methinks there has to be more to this story than you're telling us" Not making issue of what happened or trying to lay blame on anyone. Sorry to hear you've had ar more serious issues with your Freedom Express and appreciate you replying but really not too much help as no specifics. Maybe what I asked wasn't that clear.. I was asking about the floor construction on the 248RBS vs Apex 250RLS and if anyone owned either the 248RBS or Apex 250RLS, what they liked or disliked and the overall quality.451Views0likes0CommentsRe: HELP! Coachman Apex vs Freedom Express (or ??)
Terryallan wrote: SoundGuy wrote: CampinFL wrote: Long tory short we liked the Coachman 248RBS layout when we saw it on line. We looked and worked a good deal and actually put a deposit on one and were all set to get it. Went to the dealer to take delivery and found a "big-to me" issue and told the dealer not accepting. As a Freedom Express owner myself I'm curious - what was this "big-to you" issue? :@ Agree. I'm looking at a Freedom Express. Would like to know as well. We were doing the inspection/walk through. They (factory) left a valve open behind a cover plate under the sink and the trailer got a lot of water leaking into the floor, dealer was great about it.. Not their fault, simple mistake that made this one a no-go for me..423Views0likes0CommentsHELP! Coachman Apex vs Freedom Express (or ??)
Been years since I've owned a camper. Wife and I started looking at used, then looking at the materials that each manufactured uses. Long tory short we liked the Coachman 248RBS layout when we saw it on line. We looked and worked a good deal and actually put a deposit on one and were all set to get it. Went to the dealer to take delivery and found a "big-to me" issue and told the dealer not accepting. Dealer was fine with this, so we started looking at other ones they had on the lot. In came the Apex 250RLS, i lose my outdoor kithcen but we gain a better sleeper sofa and much more counter space. I also liked the porcelain toilet in the 248RBS, the one in the Apex was plastic and wobbly.. I can't find anything on-line about the floor construction on these, can anyone give me some advice? I was told the 248RBS uses actual plywood, and seems the Apex uses Luan?? Anyone own either the 248RBS or Apex 250RLS, what do you like or dislike? Anyone comment on the quality of either, both, or coachman in general? Thank you in advance13KViews0likes25Comments
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