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There is no law that requires an actual MSRP from the manufacturer or that it be displayed for the customer to see it. When you see something like it in any RV, it was created by the dealership, and they also make up the numbers on it. The only way to price compare RVs is to price the same exact RV at more than one dealership. And it is nearly impossible to find the exact same unit in more than one dealership.
Sounds like you really dodged a bullet there, Mr. B. I was interested in Thor before also, but got discouraged. Any ideas of what you’ll look at next?
Is there some reason that you do not look at the smaller class A motorhomes? I think that you would find that the cost isn't that much different and the living space is significantly better.
For me, I guess I just feel like a C would be easier to manage on the road. Gas prices too….. I’ll check out the smaller A’s though.
If you have never driven either one, I suspect that you are basing that on the class C having the cab of a van so you feel its smaller, which it really isn't. The small class A's are powered by the same engine & transmissions as are most class C's and in the class A you have far better ability to see around you. Fuel consumption will be pretty similar in either and the A will have better living space. Most of the challenge of driving a small class A is psychological. But the issues are the same with better vision in the A.
Since I am nearly 84, I understand your thinking but wonder about the advisability of it. If it is for a one-month trip, what is the plan after that month? Unless you are an RV expert, you would be wise to get it inspected by a certified, pre-purchase RV inspector, since it is now 15 years old. It could be either a prize of a money pit. It quite likely will need tires as those should be replaced at or before 10 years old as older tires are a blowout looking for a place to happen. As one who is near your age, I can tell you that the learning curve is much greater at our age and our reaction times are not what they once were.
You are so right, Kirk. Those class A’s look really nice inside! That’s interesting about the visibility, which is super important. Some of the prices on the used ones were quite affordable. But yeah, an inspection is a must!
C's are "easier" in the sense that their layout is more familiar (like a car or van) than an A, but otherwise there isn't a lot of difference among vehicles of similar size. An A with a "basement" storage area, though, may be taller.
Wow, that’s really nice!!! I wish I had the cheddar to afford that!!!
That’s great, Mr. B! I also thought of renting before buying. It’s such a big investment and having buyer’s remorse after that would be rough. I have learned so much from the nice people on this forum. Let us know how it goes!
