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Its 15 years old go to a few RV Sites and see what others say about that Brand of Coach also a V10 is a big engine and 15 years ago I dont belive they got good MPG 10 to 12 MPG is my guess.I had two jamborees on dodge and Chevy chassis and the bodys were Junk.JMO
Do you regularly enjoy road trips and camping? If yes to either one of those questions, then it is possibly worth it. It looks decent, but pictures are deceptive.
If its a matter of 'show' to be part of the 'in crowd' then no, it's not.
An RV is a box in the driveway into which you pour money to no good effect.**
Now, if you are into camping, that is different. You will ignore the cost and go anyway.
An RV, especially an older one, is a house crossed with a truck with all the problems of both.
And BTW, I have a 1973 GMC with the front wheel drive Olds engine and I love working on it and taking the occasional trip.
** A boat, "is a hole in the water lined in wood or fiberglass, into which you pour money."
This is so simple. Your wife wants to get one. You said she is the boss. That sort of takes care of that. Simply ask her how much you can afford or want to afford and go get one.
Take her to some RV shows and let her decide. Even if you get an RV, if she doesn't like it, you will pay dearly. Let her pick one out and then make the best deal you can. It can be used or new, just let her decide which type (5th wheel, pull trailer or motorhome) and go with that.
In the end, if she is happy, you are happy right? If not, you now have some place else to go when she is unhappy. Always look at the bigger picture and side benefits.
No it's not worth the money. It's a depreciating asset. A quickly depreciating asset at that.
You have to investigate if it is being offered today at a value that is equal to or less than the market worth. Use all the value guides given to you and maybe have someone who is familiar with RV's look at it for you.
Inherently no R/V is ever worth the money you spend though. Same as a boat..
It's what you want to do with it and where you want to go with it that will offset the loss in value over time. My gear pays me dividends in memories with my kids, hunting, traveling... So my truck camper and 18 ft Glastron are worth the headache and the money lost because I have gained a lot from them.
If you're trying to keep up with the Joneses than you are p*ssing $$ in the wind my friend.
Rent one and go on a camping trip a couple of times to see if your family even likes it.
Families generally work their way up to a motor home. Myself, I've camped all my life and I wouldn't accept a motor home as a gift because it does not meet my camping needs.
I graduated from sleeping on the ground to a 26 foot trailer trailer, that I decided was too big. I switched to a 21 foot off road equipped travel trailer, and I love that thing and use it often.
I've got no use for a motor home, where you must stay near the main roads and park where there are no overhead trees. Either you can't go anywhere but the campground or else you have to tow a small car behind your rig. No thanks.
I've watched too many people park the motor home, get out yo adjust the TV dish, and then disappear inside the motor home to not be seen again until they pull out. You can sit at home and watch TV for a lot less money and effort. (Although Mac Knife makes a very good point about keeping the wife happy)
That's exactly why I like my truck camper on my old Dodge Ram.. I can go fish, hunt, hike and come back to a nice place fix a quick meal and hit the sack.
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This is so simple. Your wife wants to get one. You said she is the boss. That sort of takes care of that. Simply ask her how much you can afford or want to afford and go get one.
Take her to some RV shows and let her decide. Even if you get an RV, if she doesn't like it, you will pay dearly. Let her pick one out and then make the best deal you can. It can be used or new, just let her decide which type (5th wheel, pull trailer or motorhome) and go with that.
In the end, if she is happy, you are happy right? If not, you now have some place else to go when she is unhappy. Always look at the bigger picture and side benefits.
I agree with this somewhat... yes.. the wife needs to be happy... BUT... the wife also needs to know how they will use the RV. Weekend camping a few miles from the house, long away-from home trips as vacation, or is she planning a retirement full-time lifestyle gone months at a time. Which kind of accommodations does she want? RV resorts? Campgrounds? State Parks? There are usually pros and cons to all three kinds. Does she want simple or does she want all the comforts of home? Will she pull or drive the rig no matter the size or does she panic at the thought?
Make no mistake.. RV's are not investments. There is a great deal of time and money that must be spent on maintenance. You can't just buy it and forget it. They can be hell and they can be fun. Perhaps the OP should rent an RV, take a jaunt and see just what it's all about before jumping in feet first.... JMHO..
You can find the information you need if you do your own research rather than paying these guys $66-$77. There is so much available on the internet now. RV forums written by people who buy, use and repair their RVs. I wouldn't pay for information you can get for free.
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