wae
Well-known member
If the seller wouldn't let you have your own technician do a basic PPI I would run as rapidly as possible. Your average automotive mechanic can certainly check out the chassis and drivetrain, but they are not likely to be as savvy about things like the generator, furnace, fridge, rooftop ac, propane system, roof, leveling system, and so on. If you can find a mobile rv tech or an RV service business nearby the seller who has decent ratings, that $200-$300 you spend will be worth every penny. One of three things will happen: you'll get confirmation that everything is good, you'll get warned away from a purchase that could wind up costing you several thousand additional dollars after the sale, or you might get a report that there are a few minor things that need to be repaired that you can utilize as a bargaining point. I certainly wouldn't do an inspection of every unit you come across, but if you've decided that you're ready to write a check, I'd make a PPI a prerequisite.