If you were to buy an 04/24 build 32RLS.....

[tmartin000]

What issues would have been resolved in manufacturing practices or upgraded equipment---since they were initially built in '22 ???

 

[Turfengineer]

My ‘22 has a gas absorption fridge, which is no longer available.

Maybe the water tank brackets are finally being installed correctly.

 

[tcijoe]

Would love any other thoughts.

 

[tmartin000]

I thought as you are now on that very unit. I went for a 25 for a few grand more. It’s typical you loose 30% on a trade after 1 year. So, if your not a minimum of that off, it would be a nogo for me. You would be loosing a free year of ownership and loosing BIG money when you trade off some day. Remember, buy ahead in year and then you loose less.

 

[Lantley]

That's false economy. Buy it to use it not to sell it. Keep it long enough and that 1st year depreciation idea becomes a moot point.
The only way to get value out of your RV is to use it!
All other methods of determining value are pointless.
Yes an RV is a depreciating asset if your looking for an investment you won't find it in an RV

 

[tmartin000]

That's false economy. Buy it to use it not to sell it. Keep it long enough and that 1st year depreciation idea becomes a moot point.
The only way to get value out of your RV is to use it!
All other methods of determining value are pointless.
Yes an RV is a depreciating asset if your looking for an investment you won't find it in an RV

There are plenty of younger folks that may not have learned this…school doesn’t always prepare our kids for these scenarios….I’m only responding to your comments because I care to ensure that people who really wanted advice about what others thought, get it. Ive always been aware that an RV is truly a depreciating thing that will almost always be worth less when you sell it or trade it off, then when you buy it. I simply tried to explain that buying an RV already a year old ON PAPER will start you off WAY IN THE RED. The only way to stay level with the massive amount of debt you IMMEDIATELY INCUR, then you need a much better price to eat that debt! Because, that debt will follow you till you move out of it. Which, almost 100% of the time means you will owe thousands more than it’s worth. This happens whether you sell it or trade it. The ONLY OFFSET, is the length you own it..,and most people trade/sell in less than 4 years. I hope explaining it more clearly will help those that are contemplating that very scenario.

 

[Lantley]

If most trade or sell their RV in 4 years they are fighting a losing battle financially.
I plan keep my RV's and cars at least 10 years if not longer. If you are overly concerned about depreciation don't by an RV.
Don't buy an RV to improve your finances.
Buy and RV to travel with your own bed ,see great places and create life long memories. Buy an RV for the fun and adventure
The best way to get value out of your RV is to use it!
You can buy the RV at the perfect time and at a fantastic price , however if you don't use it and leave it parked 90% of the time it's a waste of money.
Don't let the accountants fool you the ONLY way to get value out of your RV is to use it.
The more you use it, the more value you get out of it.

 

[tmartin000]

So you’re not denying the facts I’ve illustrated are you? I really hope not. It seems your concerned about the premise that plays out far far far more often then those who keep a unit forever….

Well, I’m extremely happy to have pointed out what younger people need to understand about debt and indebtedness. I certainly didn’t learn this 60 years ago!

Good luck to all and I hope you all kept that baby trucking till it completely wears out!
Alliance makes some outstanding products!