Tribe.net. Local Connections sa http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#819b9083-e03a-4768-81d9-32e43765bd29 2008-07-16T14:39:26Z 2008-07-16T14:39:26Z

<Buy. New. Tires. > Just went to our first LIB, which was basically ruined because I had bought two new tires instead of six. We had three blowouts AND a bad spare... Buy. New. Tires.

sa 2008-07-16T14:39:26Z Ibdave http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#ce7cea06-b1a4-414a-8c25-16d7b3471802 2008-06-03T23:31:35Z 2008-06-03T23:31:35Z

how about this one....? http://modesto.craigslist.org/rvs/705661025.html

Ibdave 2008-06-03T23:31:35Z Ibdave http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#1d0e0950-f0ac-462a-993b-e6a5448f88db 2008-05-08T15:51:11Z 2008-05-08T15:51:11Z

http://modesto.craigslist.org/rvs/672198926.html Just posting for your pleasure..........

Ibdave 2008-05-08T15:51:11Z Chris http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#95096e3a-fa7d-4d1c-9524-d912055217ef 2008-05-05T18:06:09Z 2008-05-05T18:06:09Z

thats what I was thinking as well.... due to gas prices the bigger rigs are even lower cost... maybe the toyota gets better milage but i doubt it.

Chris 2008-05-05T18:06:09Z $item.owner.firstName http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#43dfd598-7564-4294-8987-e58d861833f6 2008-05-05T06:13:40Z 2008-05-05T06:13:40Z

The toyota appraises for about 4800. You could get a lot more 1988 RV for 7500

$item.owner.firstName 2008-05-05T06:13:40Z Ibdave http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#825a8518-aa01-4748-8ae3-118d0b9d27c6 2008-05-04T06:04:28Z 2008-05-04T06:04:28Z

http://modesto.craigslist.org/rvs/665779061.html

Ibdave 2008-05-04T06:04:28Z $item.owner.firstName http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#e4953a8e-269e-456b-820c-1ca18c00e5cc 2008-04-08T01:59:30Z 2008-04-08T01:59:30Z

You're really not in the game unless your looking and offering and It's hard to kick the tires with a keyboard.

$item.owner.firstName 2008-04-08T01:59:30Z James http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#1fe65b95-bbe6-4ad2-a4f0-7f247a7a2d62 2008-04-08T00:28:10Z 2008-04-08T00:28:10Z

Thanks Jack & Red - good tips on pricing and "dealing". I'm not in a rush, got months to figure things out, but I figure it's a good idea to get out looking so I have a feel for what the options look like.

James 2008-04-08T00:28:10Z $item.owner.firstName http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#36afecde-7528-4a27-b677-78f8de8d0b9a 2008-04-07T23:34:38Z 2008-04-07T23:34:38Z

Thick skin and a low offer. Anything over ten years old is going to be a tough sell when newer rigs are going at fire sale prices due to fuel costs. Picture it parked at your place with a for sale sign on it. What would your number be to get rid of it. For many it's just a big burden. Here is a tip for making a low ball offer for the timid. Walk away from the seller and make a brief call on your cell phone. Walk back and make your low offer. If they ask about the call, say that you just checked with your partner and that's all they would offer. Now your playing the seller against someone else who is not there. smile, leave your phone # and wait for the call . . . It will come. Happy hunting and remember the season has yet to begin. It's not going to be pretty for sellers of 20+ year old rigs.

$item.owner.firstName 2008-04-07T23:34:38Z Jack http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#32fbb3d2-cab9-451f-80f4-be353925c630 2008-04-07T20:14:59Z 2008-04-07T20:14:59Z

I personally would not go any higher than $2500. This is a buyers market and there are going to be problems that will need repairing. This is assuming that when you see it that it still meets or exceeds your expectations. Remember the golden rule. He who has the gold, RULES! Jack

Jack 2008-04-07T20:14:59Z James http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#3649a2be-1673-4c0a-8dd1-1af4d8500172 2008-04-07T05:07:14Z 2008-04-07T05:07:14Z

just saw this on cl: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/rvs/630778807.html I'm curious what you think of this listing...it fits pretty well to what I *think* I'm looking for. according to the NADA site, base retail runs from $2400 to $2900 - not enough options are listed on the ad for me to figure out what to ad - but this helps a lot pricing it...thanks for posting this!

James 2008-04-07T05:07:14Z James http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#bf34b934-b56b-4f3d-84fc-c12d4733372c 2008-03-30T21:31:36Z 2008-03-30T21:31:36Z

thanks!

James 2008-03-30T21:31:36Z $item.owner.firstName http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#93e824b9-40b5-40fb-a9d6-deaa9f7b99f1 2008-03-27T19:29:13Z 2008-03-27T19:29:13Z

Here is a link to a guy near Sacramento offering used RV's that owners have "walked away from". Basically the unpaid storage fees exceed the value of the rig. Storage facilities everywhere have the same problem. Try calling your local storage yards and ask if they auction or sell abandoned rigs. http://bm.tribe.net/thread/0fb4a974-8f16-4a91-b767-ce1f24fccaf5

$item.owner.firstName 2008-03-27T19:29:13Z James http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#3e341046-c101-40a0-95f4-45b8e9208fdb 2008-03-25T20:48:25Z 2008-03-25T20:48:25Z

*bump* I'm looking at buy vs. rent for this year's burn, and thought it might be wise to re-read this and then bump it up to the top for others... Besides craigslist, are there other good places to look for listings of RVs for sale? thx!

James 2008-03-25T20:48:25Z Ibdave http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#8e59d5c9-e0b9-48a8-a189-15f153a90e65 2007-10-06T19:11:04Z 2007-10-06T19:11:04Z

Wow, what a great offer for future buyers... I'm not in the market as mine is running just fine... But anyone in your area should take you up on this... WOW...

Ibdave 2007-10-06T19:11:04Z Mindfunk http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#031f17dd-e1e6-43e4-b299-2040a1f1dbc8 2007-10-06T10:54:32Z 2007-10-06T10:54:32Z

obviously this offer is only good in the portland metro area. and advice to all is that an older but better quality rv is always better than a newer but cheeper rv due to matierials and workmanship for instance we baught a 36' beaver coach from 1983 and paid 2000, after another thou she is a wounderfull rig and since this was the most expensive gas powered rv available when new, the old girl really held up, and the insurance company values it at 12000 bucks now thats equity

Mindfunk 2007-10-06T10:54:32Z Mindfunk http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#0785dffe-308b-4f0a-a011-a78458cc9c3d 2007-10-06T10:48:09Z 2007-10-06T10:48:09Z

i have 10 years experiance with the manufacture and repair of rvs, i am a state certified oem manufacturer of recreational vehicles and i would be happy to inspect a rig ,pre sale, for anyone that requests it, my charge is gas money and lunch. any takers can pm me

Mindfunk 2007-10-06T10:48:09Z $item.owner.firstName http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#e81c2646-09fa-475a-b866-b5e4ff464192 2007-10-02T17:03:32Z 2007-10-02T17:03:32Z

Find out the appraised value of a used Recreational Vehicle for free at National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) appraisal website http://www.nadaguides.com/SectionHome.aspx?LI=1-26-1-5616-502-579-50251&l=1&w=25&p=0&f=5602 For RV's older than 1989, Buy the NADA guide: http://www.nadaguides.com/priceguides/pc-17-2-2007-older-recreation-vehicle-appraisal-guide.aspx Typical Values for Tent Campers 19 foot Apache 1977 Suggested list new $2,840 Trade in used $230 Retail used $300 1987 Suggested list new $5,868 Trade in used $610 Retail used $850 15 foot Coleman 1977 Suggested list new $2,964 Trade in used $310 Retail used $430 1987 Suggested list new $5,895 Trade in used $810 Retail used $1,160 15 foot Jayco 1977 Suggested list new $3,460 Trade in used $220 Retail used $300 1987 Suggested list new $5,210 Trade in used $550 Retail used $760 16 foot Starcraft 1977 Suggested list new $3,143 Trade in used $240 Retail used $310 1987 Suggested list new $3,464 Trade in used $550 Retail used $760 Typical Values for Mini Motorhomes 21 foot Dolphin 1977 Suggested list new $9,495 Trade in used $1,050 Retail used $1,460 1987 Suggested list new $23,777 Trade in used $3,040 Retail used $4,140 18 foot Sunrader 1977 Suggested list new $11,505 Trade in used $920 Retail used $1,260 1987 Suggested list new $22,695 Trade in used $2,900 Retail used $3,960 Typical Values for Class A RV's 27 foot Bounder 1987 Suggested list new $39,032 Trade in used $4,430 Retail used $6,040 27 foot Winnebago Chieftain 1977 Suggested list new $16,241 Trade in used $1,770 Retail used $2,360 1987 Suggested list new $37,128 Trade in used $4,460 Retail used $6,180 27 foot Southwind 1977 Suggested list new $16,056 Trade in used $1,790 Retail used $2,380 1987 Suggested list new $39,627 Trade in used $4,670 Retail used $6,360 27 foot Sprinter 1977 Suggested list new $14,168 Trade in used $980 Retail used $1,350 1984 Suggested list new $33,070 Trade in used $2,860 Retail used $4,090 Typical Values for Class C RV's 23 foot Tioga 1977 Suggested list new $14,161 Trade in used $1,080 Retail used $1,430 1987 Suggested list new $33,530 Trade in used $4,150 Retail used $5,560 24 foot Minnie Winnie 1977 Suggested list new $19,186 Trade in used $1,710 Retail used $2,220 1987 Suggested list new $30,174 Trade in used $3,860 Retail used $5,060 22 foot Lazy Daze 1977 Suggested list new $14,320 Trade in used $1,190 Retail used $1,540 1987 Suggested list new $32,750 Trade in used $3,970 Retail used $5,340 24 foot Honey 1977 Suggested list new $13,200 Trade in used $820 Retail used $1,070 1987 Suggested list new $30,093 Trade in used $3,090 Retail used $4,040 24 foot Jamboree 1977 Suggested list new $13,409 Trade in used $1,330 Retail used $1,690 1987 Suggested list new $36,295 Trade in used $4,380 Retail used $5,710 Typical Values for 1977 Trailers ( 30 years old ) Aljo 20’ Suggested list new $3,600 Trade in used $450 Retail used $730 Aristocrat 20’ Suggested list new $4,583 Trade in used $450 Retail used $680 Avion 20’ Suggested list new $3,600 Trade in used $450 Retail used $730 Fireball 23’ Suggested list new $5,945 Trade in used $650 Retail used $940 Jayco 20’ Suggested list new $4,786 Trade in used $260 Retail used $350 Kit 20’ Suggested list new $4,037 Trade in used $260 Retail used $450 Komfort 20’ Suggested list new $4,820 Trade in used $420 Retail used $650 Layton 20’ Suggested list new $4,745 Trade in used $350 Retail used $510 Mallard 20’ Suggested list new $4,635 Trade in used $300 Retail used $460 Nomad 20’ Suggested list new $4,745 Trade in used $340 Retail used $500 Prowler 20’ Suggested list new $4,283 Trade in used $480 Retail used $700 Shasta 20’ Suggested list new $4,396 Trade in used $300 Retail used $470 Typical Values for 1987 Trailers ( 20 years old ) Casita 16’ Suggested list new $7,978 Trade in used $1,060 Retail used $1,520 Fireball 24’ Suggested list new $11,868 Trade in used $1,530 Retail used $2,240 Jayco 21’ Suggested list new $10,879 Trade in used $1,180 Retail used $1,690 Kit 21’ Suggested list new $8,769 Trade in used $1,230 Retail used $1,980 Komfort 20’ Suggested list new $9,510 Trade in used $1,280 Retail used $1,910 Layton 20’ Suggested list new $9,315 Trade in used $1,210 Retail used $1,780 Mallard 20’ Suggested list new $8,225 Trade in used $1,030 Retail used $1,470 Nomad 20’ Suggested list new $9,450 Trade in used $1,190 Retail used $1,780 Prowler 20’ Suggested list new $9,751 Trade in used $1,320 Retail used $1,910 Shasta 21’ Suggested list new $8,380 Trade in used $1,100 Retail used $1,590

$item.owner.firstName 2007-10-02T17:03:32Z $item.owner.firstName http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#deca6d42-f098-4475-940f-ad552aabab54 2007-09-26T17:57:23Z 2007-09-26T17:57:23Z

A paperless title is a big hassel between private parties. Insist that the seller go to the DMV and get a pink slip. A new pink slip will take 3 weeks to come, so a bill of sale and cash hold back is a good idea.

$item.owner.firstName 2007-09-26T17:57:23Z $item.owner.firstName http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#8c52e772-cbc1-45da-a3e2-3f9d38190a04 2007-09-26T17:49:55Z 2007-09-26T17:49:55Z

Now is THE best time to buy a used RV. Go see it. Ask their lowest selling price, leave and say it's nice but you have others to look at. Wait a few days, then call back with your offer (40 - 30 % off asking ). If they say no. ASK FOR A COUNTER OFFER !!! Typically this works best with a Friday review and a Sunday afternoon offer. Many sellers need to put the rig back in storage after bringing it home. Believe me, there are WAY more sellers than buyers in the fall !!!

$item.owner.firstName 2007-09-26T17:49:55Z Chris Jus'thinkin! http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#4cebb43e-62f0-4989-8dce-bef98acd1901 2007-06-01T16:53:10Z 2007-06-01T16:53:10Z

Another suggestion (learned the hard way) that particularly applies to older ("vintage") RVs (or trailers, or anything else that rolls). Buy. New. Tires. Last year my tribe took a 1980 Thomas schoolbus out of mothballs-- it had been sitting in a warehouse and the body & engine were in perfect condition. The couple of early season (March/April) trips we took in it were a dream. However, when we went to Singularity (Las Vegas in May = hot already) with 20 people and a trailer full of stuff, we began to shred tires 200 miles out of SLC and repeated that event repeatedly before we got to Vegas. 4 out of 6 tires, including one that had to be replaced on the playa (we limped in on 5). now this is a bus that needs to be serviced the same way as a semi truck, so it wasn't a matter of jacking up and spinning lug wrenches. I'm thinkin' a big RV would be just as much fun (and I know someone who survived a 70 mph front tire blow-out in an RV-- a very lucky man)m and even a little trailer grinding down the interstate would be a major buzz-kill, too. Dry rot sucks. If there's any question, just cowboy up and get new rubber.

Chris Jus'thinkin! 2007-06-01T16:53:10Z Steamboat Ed http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#76f77802-61ad-4afd-88ab-4531d14bac80 2007-05-28T18:55:45Z 2007-05-28T18:55:45Z

--Hey just out of curiosity is there anyone who makes a living being a used RV surveyor? I know when buying a used boat there are marine surveyors who, for a modest fee, will crawl over the vessel and give buyer/seller an honest appraisal of the overall condition and note what might otherwise be nasty surprises..

Steamboat Ed 2007-05-28T18:55:45Z Halcyon http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#0ba70cd3-189d-41e4-b52a-64edc1537957 2007-05-22T22:53:00Z 2007-05-22T22:53:00Z

So damn helpful!! I'm mechanically a toddler, so the tips in this tribe have been awesome as I shop around in San Diego. THANK YOU.

Halcyon 2007-05-22T22:53:00Z Big Mike http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#f777f5a3-9bce-42a4-94b5-22f945a78fce 2007-05-05T22:43:24Z 2007-05-05T22:43:24Z

> No down payments or any payment until I see the pink slip and it matches the name of the seller's driver’s license. Many lenders participate in California DMV’s Electronic Lien and Title Program (ELT). That is, vehicle buyers do not receive pink slips confirming title. It seems that there is no easy way to sell a financed vehicle, especially. The lender must be paid, then they'll release their interest in the vehicle, and then a pink slip will be issued by the DMV. At least, that's the way I've done the last few vehicle transfers. This is really a problem when sale proceeds are required in order to pay off a loan. I find I have no title document I can sign that demonstrates I'm selling a properly-owned vehicle. So, does anyone have an idea on what is the best way to transfer a paperless title?

Big Mike 2007-05-05T22:43:24Z $item.owner.firstName http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#65171bef-621d-4957-bb8e-a3bda8bfeb8e 2007-05-01T01:30:28Z 2007-05-01T01:30:28Z

Thanks for the input Jack. I thought that my info might be incorrect. It was based on experience with propane suppliers and vertical tanks.

$item.owner.firstName 2007-05-01T01:30:28Z Jack http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#61706ea5-c48b-4b07-8ccb-8b174b5d6e4c 2007-05-01T01:16:19Z 2007-05-01T01:16:19Z

The one issue I would like to clear up slightly is the idea of having to change older propane tanks. Propane tanks that are permanently mounted in a horizontal position have had OPD valves installed since the early 70's. These do not have to be retrofitted. If you are getting a coach made in the 60's or early 70's this should be a consideration. If you are looking at a trailer or a coach with removable bottle type tanks, UNDER 100#, they must comply with current OPD safety valves. One hundred pounds is approx 25 gallons.

Jack 2007-05-01T01:16:19Z $item.owner.firstName http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#5d474a46-7df0-4ee2-9a92-6482d6791850 2007-04-29T15:53:29Z 2007-04-29T15:45:06Z

Having an appraisal guide for the older RV's or printing out the value of a newer rig from the NADA website, can be a great negotiating tool with a motivated seller. Pulling it out while negotiating can make a low offer easier to accept. For many, just being done with a sale is more important than price, so they sell to the first interested buyer that makes a reasonable offer. A clue to "true market value" is to watch how fast a type of RV your interested in sells. Single issue for $30 bucks could save you $$$ http://www.nadaguides.com/priceguides/pc-17-2-2007-older-recreation-vehicle-appraisal-guide.aspx

$item.owner.firstName 2007-04-29T15:45:06Z $item.owner.firstName http://BurningRV.tribe.net/thread/fe10424f-4090-43c9-8119-68821af124af#31a8d81c-6de4-4b83-b96d-6fea4f7c2354 2007-01-15T06:16:39Z 2007-01-15T06:16:39Z

If your in the hunt for an RV and actively looking than you know that condition is as important as price and the only way to know about condition is to get out and look at as many RV's as you can before making a purchase. Most sellers have no idea how their rig compares to others and price based on their knowledge of past sales offers and the value they have invested, which tends to have sellers pricing very high in relationship to the actual sales price of the vast majority of the RV's offered for sale. Consider that a smart seller prices as high as 20% over their bottom sales price and might very well take an offer as low as 50% of asking if motivated by a need for an immediate sale. My simple thought is this; buy the best rig at the lowest price. Easier said than done, but if you take a few simple steps it's not hard to find a great deal from a very motivated seller. Start making low offers based on NADA appraisal value by e-mail for RV's you’re interested in under an alias as a third buyer. This is a great way to plant an offer that a seller may come back to out of necessity for a sale. Could be a week or a month or an hour. It allows you to make an even lower offer on inspection. Go see local RV's and appraise and learn about the wide variance in condition. Asses the sellers need for a sale. Consider a lowball cash offer for an immediate sale. Pink slip for cash exchange at a bank might sound right to a motivated seller tired of the sales hassle. Be prepared to walk away from good deals while you learn that fantastic deals are out there. Be indifferent to a seller's comeback to a lowball offer. Knowing the other rigs available, let's you work one potential sale against another. Work sellers against each other by referring to other currently posted rigs in the same class and price range as being a better deal, fewer miles, new appliances, tires or motor work. A smart seller knows his comps, but rarely takes the time to go see them. A great reply to a seller insulted by your offer is "at the price you’re asking, I would have to go with the other "fill in the blank" RV. Give me a call if you change your mind". Work a sale towards the appraised value or lower on overpriced but exceptional condition or low mileage rigs. An e-mail offer at average NADA with a link or quote could get a more reasonable counter offer or save you time on a seller who is firm on an unrealistic price. Reading between the lines in posts can give you a lot of information. "retired and bought a larger trailer" means dealer trade in was low and the seller wants top dollar. This is a fairly common among CL posters. The "I can get more myself attitude" and "appraisal values are way to low". Could be right on both points, but if you base the value of your purchase on the NADA value then you would have made a purchase at a price recognized by professionals and not by the seller and his cronies camp fire talk. A great comeback to a seller after offering at its appraised value or lower is "that's all my bank is willing to loan on your RV". It is also just about all you would get if it was in an accident. Both lending institutions and insurance companies use NADA for appraised value. If you remember that it's your cash they want, that there are far more sellers than buyers and an offer is just that, then you can be indifferent to the response from an insulted seller and just walk away, the right deal at the right price is what your after, not a new friend. Free NADA appraisals for late model RV’s: http://www2.nadaguides.com/SectionHome.aspx?LI=1-24-0-5601-502-579-50251&l=1&w=25&p=0&f=5602 Buying the appraisal guide for rigs older than 1989 will pay you back in savings on an educated purchase: https://www.nadaguides.com/BuyTradeGuides_Detail.asp?UserID=e60cbea2-6940-49ce-8c44-92f1fb116c8c&DID=38838&wSec=8&wPg=1465&Prod_Num=00023 Be aware of scammers and use anti scam tactics. No down payments or any payment until I see the pink slip and it matches the name of the seller's driver’s license. A seller who can't do that is not going to close a deal with me. If they are selling for a friend or relative, insist that the owner be at the final transaction with a picture ID. Last year I ran a running monthly thread. Check them out. There is lots of good sales asking price history there. Paine asked me this last year: “This might seem like a silly question, but why bother reposting all these from Craig's List? If I want an RV, I can just go to CL, type in "RV" and hit search. I mean, it's very nice of you, but it seems somewhat redundant” I did it because I wanted a place to refer back to and be able to quick link or follow-up on expired listings and recognize reposts. It’s a tool. Consider developing your own using word or excel by cutting and pasting. An e-mail or phone number of a seller who may have given up or is tired of the sales ordeal can lead to that fantastic score from someone who just wants the RV gone and done with. I'm convinced that every west coast RV must go to Burning Man once before it dies, which is usually on highway 447, Monday at about 2pm. Avoid the one on it’s last leg, looking for a driver to take it to it’s final resting place. A tow will not be cheap or easy to find with thousands of questionable rigs rolling. Break downs and blow outs are no fun but a reality of RV’ing if your rigs not up to the journey. But if a good enough, low price oldie is right for your budget then AAA or Good Sam is a wise investment. Towing is not cheap. I like AAA Plus. You may need to enter your zip to get the link: http://www.csaa.com/portal/site/CSAA/menuitem.c13d2427e527f6a08e7ea35492278a0c/?vgnextoid=e0e30a4d1a8fe010VgnVCM1000008712daceRCRD http://www.goodsamclub.com/benefits/index2.cfm?action=category&Cat_ID=5 Be aware that most old RV's will need to have the propane tanks replaced because they don't have an overfill protection device (OPD) and are not to be refilled by propane vendors. Know how to identify an old or new tank: http://washingtonstategoodsam.kendra.com/Propane.htm You want to see all the appliances working and the tanks holding water. Don’t take a sellers word that they worked the last time out. They are not inexpensive to replace and represent a good deal of what you are paying for. Tire age is more important than condition, so determine when they were purchased. You want them to be less than five years old. If you are not mechanically inclined, then find someone to help in your final decision. It could save you from getting a money pit that you’re stuck with. The value of a broke down RV is ZERO ! If you find this post is helpful or want to add your thoughts or success story, bump it to the top. Happy Hunting !!! http://sfbay.craigslist.org/search/rvs

$item.owner.firstName 2007-01-15T06:16:39Z