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I have seen the same post on Craigslist for a few weeks. I haven't had an RV but have been pretty much reading about it for a couple of years. This one ticks the boxes for me as a first time RV owner: Dry bath, bunk over cab so at least one bed is ready for sleeping, non-carpet flooring and not too crazy interior. I am hoping to find a 25' or under class c with these attributes. Can I post a CL link here? https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/rvs/d/2001-fleetwood-tioga-arrow/6285198298.html They want $17,000. That's a lot of dough but doesn't seem out of line with what I am seeing out there. (This RV would be for a weekend here or there and a few weeks for vacation.)
2001 Tioga Arrow 25' (Rear Kitchen Model)
Runs great! Great set up with rear kitchen. Sleeps 6. Ford E350 Econoline light truck chassis. V-10 Triton Main floor area with durable laminate flooring for easy cleaning.
Completely self-contained with LP gas and 110-volt generator. Roof and motor A/C. Privacy curtains in two sleeping area. Refrigerator with freezer; LP gas cook stove; shower, toilet, generator, dual battery systems (either can be used to start the engine). TV antenna hook-up and shelf; no CD player. 2001 - 25 foot Class C motorhome Ford Chassis, E-350, V10 gas engine 42,000 miles, original Motorhome includes: Axillary power unit (generator) Bath with shower, sink, and toilet 2 section kitchen sink 3 burner stove with oven Roof mount air condition unit Two roof vents with variable speed fans Roof rack for additional storage Trailer hitch Additional storage box rear of RV
If you gurus don't mind giving your advice, I would appreciate it. If this is an unapproved post, please delete it. I love this Forum and don't want to break the rules.
I don't have any experience with older motorhomes, but a check of the NADA guide shows that the average retail for the unit described is $7,800 - less than half what they're asking for it. With that in mind, and the fact that it's a 16-year-old motorhome, I wouldn't consider it at that price. If it's in pristine condition and you're still interested, have a third-party mechanic go over it head-to-toe to make sure the engine, drive train, suspension, etc. are in excellent condition. If the seller won't agree to that, walk away. Also keep in mind that RV appliances (ACs, refrigerators, etc.) are not "forever" equipment and 16 years is past the average life expectancy for things like that.
Rob
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I agree with Second Chance, if you are interested pay for an inspection...and you inspect it too...with a disinterested but RV experienced friend who owns a C.
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