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eagleshea


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So we have made an offer on a 2011 Heartland 3385RL - I feel like we are getting a good price, but how do you know?  I know that I have done some research for a while and we are some where 30% off of MSRP but is that the best deal I can get or have I left any on the table.  I know that everyone goes through this, even if it is new or used.  I really wish there was a way to find out what similar units have sold for.  What it comes down to is every  penny saved is a penny closer to debt free and freedom.  I think this is a good time to buy because prices will probably go up as well as finance rates.  Oh decisions decisions. What to do.  Any thoughts from anyone??


Confused but excited

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From what we we have learned is to make an offer that you feel good about. Don't feel bad about asking for 40% or more. Whats the worst can happen, they say no?


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Unless everyone comes back and says they got 50% off MSRP I wouldn't worry about a couple of percentage points more. It's like a car, no matter how good a deal you get, there is always someone in the group that says they got a better deal. Then when you start comparing apples to apples you find out that the better deal was because the car had less options than yours. Good luck on your purchase

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eagleshea


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Well we did it, we have placed the order for our future home.  We ordered a Heartland Big Horn 3355RL.  We should have delivery in 4 weeks or less.  One more step towards our dream.  Unfortunatley we will not have it for the Rally for everyone to see, but I am sure that we will see many of you on the road. 

John and Terri



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Congratulations! One step closer to your dream. Our home closes in April and then we get serious in our looking biggrin Looking forward to meeting you at the rally.

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Congrats on your BigHorn...we love our Heartland 5th wheel.

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congrats on finding your new home..

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I believe if it feels right you did the right thing. The other way to look at it might be what Howard and Linda say about campgrounds, if it has the "IT" factor then you are sure to like it.
Hope to see you down the road.

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Congrats!!!!! The main thing you are happy, and that is what counts the most.

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Congrats on your new home!

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eagleshea


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Thanks to all - we are very happy with our decision and can't wait to get delivery in a few weeks.  Until then we have the Rally to look forward to and who knows after that.  Thanks again.

John and Terri



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Congratulations!!  We also bought a 2011 Bighorn - the 3670 model.  They're beautiful.  We pick ours up tomorrow and are very excited.  The 4 weeks will go by very quickly.  Hope to see you on the road soon!
-Connie

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