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chrisandoctavia


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We have also posted this in another forum - so apologies for anyone seeing this twice!

We are on the verge of buying a 2007 Itasca Impulse R31C from a very reputable local RV Dealership

They have told us that they thoroughly inspected the vehicle when it came in, and have given us a copy of the worksheet showing the work they undertook following that inspection

The vehicle looks to be in very good condition

We had previously been thinking of having our OWN independent inspection done - and although we haven't pressed this with the dealer, they have been emphasizing the inspections that THEY undertook (also saying that there would be a further inspection prior to our actually taking delivery should we go ahead with the purchase)

What do any of you who have bought used RVs from a dealer think?

If we found an RV inspector - are they usually able to inspect vehicles on the dealer's premises?

Are dealers generally OK with prospective buyers bringing in their own inspector?

Thanks for any advice or help you can give

Chris and Octavia 



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I bought mine from a private party, but before we had found the rig, we asked ourselves the same question if we did go the route of a dealer. I don't generally trust dealers, so personally, I would spend the extra money to get an independent inspection done by a professional.

I can't imagine they would deny the inspector access to the rig. And if they are not ok with your bringing in your own inspector, I would run away quickly - it tells me they have something to hide!

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cherylbrv wrote:

I bought mine from a private party, but before we had found the rig, we asked ourselves the same question if we did go the route of a dealer. I don't generally trust dealers, so personally, I would spend the extra money to get an independent inspection done by a professional.

I can't imagine they would deny the inspector access to the rig. And if they are not ok with your bringing in your own inspector, I would run away quickly - it tells me they have something to hide!

 As cheryls other half, (love that id!) I would like to add that EVEN private inspectors can miss Junque.  (just witness our lovely travails from our blog, as cheryl has in her sig file).

 

Run, don't walk if they don't let you get it inspected.

Better if you're there for the inspection.cheers



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chrisandoctavia


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Thanks to all who have responded - much appreciated

We are trying to find an independent inspector who can do this for us...

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A second set of eyes never hurts. Even if the dealer is totally honest, there's the possibility they could have missed something. Their inspection might have been rushed or not as through as the guy you bring in.

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