Anyone here own an RV? Specifically a class b or c…. We have 2 spoiled large dogs that we won’t leave anywhere, so they go everywhere we go. Definetly limits our options . So I have been eyeing rvs for about a year. I really want a class b sprinter type, but they are hella expensive . Rates suck now so we will be buying outright . Went to camping world yesterday and they showed us a bunch. Tried to get me to finance one at 8% for 20 years lol. Paying cash definetly changes the game. Other than the sprinters I really like, there was a brand new 26 Thor freedom elite at 82,999, that I already have him down to 72. Aiming for 65. But now I’m reading not so good reviews on Thor , despite them being the largest maker, and what I’m most likely to find everywhere. Anyone have any experience, buying pointers etc?
I always admire folks who travel in RV’s. But got zero experience on the matter. Hopefully somebody can chime in to help you out
There has to be a ton of one and two year old units out there with low mileage and a shitload of depreciation the other guy paid for.
That’s what I’ve have been reading is the best bet. Let someone else eat the depreciation and work out all the bugs.
I’d recommend something based on a ProMaster 3500 if you want a Class B. Excellent rig, decent fuel efficiency. Super easy to park and drive as well. Several manufacturers use it as a platform, gotta be one you can get a decent deal on. Downside is the manufacturers have to jam a lot of aftermarket products into them so some things are going to be under engineered. But it’s basically going to be a mobile bedroom for you so you shouldn’t be planning on spending a lot of time sitting around inside. But how big are the dogs? You may want more space.
They’re 76 and 79lbs. Class b is definetly my first choice. I’m used to the size from my work van, and can park it anywhere if needed. Will definetly be a cram, but I can’t see any trips being over a week , most probably long weekends . Definetly agree on the under engineering. Have been reading to stay away from Thor, but then some say they are the biggest so they get the most reviews…. And most are inclined to post negative reviews over positive. Local dealer here has a barely used Thor scope for right in our range, and some new Winnebago solis that are out of the range .. but will be fun to look next weekend. All str promasters I believe too
Give some thought to financing it if you need to stretch your funds. Bank of America will give you a thirty year term, which is fucking insane for a depreciating asset. But the IRS lets you treat it as a second home.
