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We are looking at 38-40 foot toy haulers. We are unsure as to buy new or used. I have heard to buy use so all the bugs are worked out, but I don't want an RV that is worn out and need alot of work. We have been looking at multiple manufactures and are slowly researching as to which mfg to purchase.
Dear Bob,
Welcome
I have been coming to this forum for a while.
You will find much good advice.
A few things to consider
Do you have a tow vehicle, is it Really the right one for what you plan to tow
There are some better "Name" , manufactures, but NO RV, will be without issues, just stay away from the major ones, like water damage.
How used? a few years...it may not be worn out if only used on vacations. You may not know how well it was cared for.
You can save $$ by buying used, there is a consignment place in Texas, PPL, a place to start looking
Our experience, after looking on RV trader for months, the motorhome we purchased was one that just looked good. It's a 2002 Airstream, we had a certified RV inspector check it out
It was worth it, as it was 1000 miles from where we live.
Best of luck to you
Bill
Both new and used RV's are about equally likely to have "issues". With a new one you have some recourse via warranty. There will be a substantial difference in price, with the used unit being a much better financial deal. The price difference may be enough to make forgoing the warranty a good financial decision. My advice, for what it's worth, I would find a new one one I liked, then go shopping for the same model a couple of years old. You'll be surprised at how much you'll save this way ... RV's depreciate with enthusiasm.
-- Edited by RonC on Saturday 17th of June 2017 04:13:01 PM
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