Hi folks. I may have a unique chance to get an RV on my hands, but I need some advice from the experts as it needs a major repair.
It's a 1985 Winnebago Elandan 32'. The dealer has told me straight out that the engine overheats and that they (the sales team) found water in two of the valves (?) so they believe the engine block may be cracked. He said the interior and all the other systems are in great condition and everything works beautifully. As older rigs go, this is one of the nicer looking interiors I've seen.
The salesman told me he thought it would run about $2500 for a refurbished engine to replace the current one, and that they would likely take $2500 for the rig itself.
What do you all think about this? Good deal, chance to get a good bones rig cheap and invest some cash to make it our own? Or money pit? Any and all inut is welcome.
Thanks!!!
GENECOP said
10:29 PM Mar 12, 2012
EM, I would be cautious, what caused the serious engine failure? Proper Maintenenance? What else was ignored and not maintained. It sounds cheap enough, I would however let an independent RV Tech look the unit over before doing anything. There is ALOT of inventory out there....take your time.
Cindy T said
10:39 PM Mar 12, 2012
I think Gene's advice is good. I'd be very very cautious, and if it were me, I'd probably move on. With the bad economy there are lots of rigs for sale. Doesn't seem like you'd have to take this one that obviously has major problems.
Cindy
earthmommy said
10:54 PM Mar 12, 2012
Thanks Cindy and Gene. After some more research I've decided to pass. The timing is not great, and I'd really rather have a newer unit. Just the price tag got me excited but the thought of all that would be involved has me moving on.
Bill Adams said
12:21 AM Mar 13, 2012
As long as the coach was going to retail for $2500 and they were going to take $2500 off for the necessary engine repairs I would say jump right on it. Otherwise, I think you have made a wise choice.
melvonnar said
07:54 PM Apr 14, 2012
I would never buy a motorhome and start putting that kind of money in it no madder how good a deal; that $2500 might be just the tip of the iceburg.
Hi folks. I may have a unique chance to get an RV on my hands, but I need some advice from the experts as it needs a major repair.
It's a 1985 Winnebago Elandan 32'. The dealer has told me straight out that the engine overheats and that they (the sales team) found water in two of the valves (?) so they believe the engine block may be cracked. He said the interior and all the other systems are in great condition and everything works beautifully. As older rigs go, this is one of the nicer looking interiors I've seen.
The salesman told me he thought it would run about $2500 for a refurbished engine to replace the current one, and that they would likely take $2500 for the rig itself.
What do you all think about this? Good deal, chance to get a good bones rig cheap and invest some cash to make it our own? Or money pit? Any and all inut is welcome.
Thanks!!!
I think Gene's advice is good. I'd be very very cautious, and if it were me, I'd probably move on. With the bad economy there are lots of rigs for sale. Doesn't seem like you'd have to take this one that obviously has major problems.
Cindy