Campers 101

[Dave_L]

Hmmm...I guess I just need to sit tight for a while. I've been watching prices for a while and this is definitely on the lower end for a 20'+ trailer. I guess ive just been looking at peak season and don't have anything else to base price off of.

[Snowman78]

I also think it's high, I would only pay $4,500.00 tops. It is a bunk house (rear bunks) and they tend to go for a little more.

[Dave_L]

Yeah, I just love the floorplan. The bathroom is in the rear, queen bed up front, bunks, couch and dinette. Hard to find all that under $7500 it seems.

[bogie]

Anybody have an opinion on casita travel trailers? Or maybe something similar but better?

[sniper7]

Hmmm...I guess I just need to sit tight for a while. I've been watching prices for a while and this is definitely on the lower end for a 20'+ trailer. I guess ive just been looking at peak season and don't have anything else to base price off of.

In the end, it's only money, and if it is what you want after checking it out, make the guy an offer. This time of year people want to dump these and boats. If not most folks are stuck paying $30-50 a month for storage, maybe more, then trying to sell again in the spring.

[Dave_L]

Sent this guy an email too:

http://denver.craigslist.org/rvs/4704216829.html

Sniper, yeah, at the end of the day, we're not talking tens of thousands. He's going on vacation until Wednesday. Im going to go check it out then. He offered to even meet me at 7 am today so that tells me he's itching to sell it. He told me $5k was the lowest he'd go but I think he'll go lower if he sees cash.

[sniper7]

Much better deal on that one. I'd be interested what the minor blemish is though. Probably hail or dent(s)

[Snowman78]

Sent this guy an email too:

http://denver.craigslist.org/rvs/4704216829.html

Sniper, yeah, at the end of the day, we're not talking tens of thousands. He's going on vacation until Wednesday. Im going to go check it out then. He offered to even meet me at 7 am today so that tells me he's itching to sell it. He told me $5k was the lowest he'd go but I think he'll go lower if he sees cash.

I like this one too!! No bunks but if it will work for you it seems like a good deal.

[Great-Kazoo]

Sent this guy an email too:

http://denver.craigslist.org/rvs/4704216829.html

Sniper, yeah, at the end of the day, we're not talking tens of thousands. He's going on vacation until Wednesday. Im going to go check it out then. He offered to even meet me at 7 am today so that tells me he's itching to sell it. He told me $5k was the lowest he'd go but I think he'll go lower if he sees cash.

Here's possible warning signs of leaks .

New roof vents and hoods. Were they hail damaged or other problem?

Any time you see a vent was repaired for Minor Leak, that's telling you they never noticed the leak till someone was getting a face full of rain while camping. OR they saw a pool of water on blankets etc. When a vent leaks the water usually travels down the interior space between roof and walls of camper. A leak may be found as far away as the opposite wall. From the many campers we have purchased (and sold by labor day) plus the many EXCELLENT CONDITION (minor leak repaired) units, i'd suggest a thorough inspection of the interior, including floor to wall sections etc.

Next item, anything over 19-20 are boat anchors with over priced tags on them. Who pays seasonal full boat on something that should be winterized and in storage? Might as well buy a used (approx 1K rounds) AR for $1200 instead new for $900.

Those tandem 20"+ units will be there in dec, jan & feb. Look around now, make notes on units viewed, then again come jan &, feb. That's going in to prime buying time.
Remember first one who talks, Looses.

[opie011]

Haven't read this whole thread but don't be afraid to repair small issues like a water pump or water heater if you can get a smokin deal. We just picked this up a month ago and when we went and looked at it, at first I thought no way as it was filthy and the owner couldn't get some things to work. I played the issues to my advantage and was able to get the guy to come way down on his price. In the end, my MIL and wife spent 12+ hours cleaning it, new hose and clamps from water tank to pump ($40) and a new water heater control board ($128) and I can easily double my money on this 5er!!