Used Class C RV Motorhomes - Don't Make A Big Mistake!

One of the most popular types of RVs is the Class C. And there are plenty of them on the used market these days. But is it a good idea to buy a used Class C motorhome? If you do, are you just buying another RVer's problems to save a little money? And are used Class C RVs built with quality building materials and methods in the first place? All of these questions and more about RV buying are answered in this video.

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[caringheart]

I love how you make it clear one kind of motor coach doesn’t suit everyone and there needs. My husband and I tent camped for years in all weather including extreme but as we approach 50 years old our needs changed. We mostly love the parks but are tired of the set up. Also we love Cosplay and Renaissance parks and have a large amount of costumes and accessories to move about. We love amusement parks. Traveling in a small motor coach no slide works for us. It’s a closet, changing station, personal bathroom (instead of a Portable potties), kitchen, private eating area (Renfest are crowded so nowhere to sit and eat). And best of all a under 25 foot motor coach is welcomed by most businesses and easily parked. Now these are our reasons but others have different considerations. I have heard lack of storage is a minus in of the small class C’s. I found I didn’t have a problem with storage in a really old pop up. I think we will have more than enough storage. May everyone find the RV for them and happy trails!

[Imagnan]

We purchased a used Cruise America about 5 years ago. Listed price was less than $30k. It had over 130k miles on it, but we weren't really worried as they are maintained throughout it's rental life.. Since then we've driven from Southern California to NY and back twice, as well as local trips into the mountains and down to the ocean. It's never missed a beat. They seem to be built for abuse, and someone told us the truck portion was built the same as the uhaul trucks and were meant for long miles. We tweaked it with better shocks and sway bar. We've done pop up tents, trailers and 5th wheels and we decided to go with the C this time. (age is a thing, lol) No slides, no set up. It's convenient and comfortable and all packed into 25'.

[rp]

Thank you for your video series 😊😊
The only thing I will say about class c RVs
Is, if you get a Ford-E Front van. Just be prepared to reach for dip sticks. There is an important power steering fluid check tucked way inside down by oil dipstick. I do like the class Cs with a regular pickup front. Ford just came out with there new F-600 as a cab for class Cs. Its basically the same as a F-550 cab, not the old school F-600 that I srove in the 70 with two speed rear end 😊😊

[WATCHLLS]

I priced a new class c 24’ motorhome in Canada a couple of months ago, out the door was about $208, 000. I bought a 2000 Fleetwood 24D with 15000 miles on it. I am renovating the unit from head to toe and it will look and feel like a new unit when complete. The mechanicals are in excellent shape. Completely resealed the outside including the roof, updated the electronics on the inside including a solar generator, led lights, residential fridge, induction cooktop etc. Knock on wood even if we needed to replace the motor and transmission (about $10, 000) we are about $180, 000 ahead of the game as apposed to buying new one. Not to mention new rv’s are not the same build as something built in the year 2000. IMHO

[Chimp_]

Another great video, you hit a lot of nails on the head!
We bought our Sunseeker class C used. It was 1 year old and only 7k miles on it (about 2500 miles were from the factory to the original dealer in California). We saved about $35k over buying a new one.
Your recommendation of getting a professional inspection is the key to the used market. I have well over 50 years of RV experience so I did the inspection myself it took about 1 1/2 hours. It was in great condition but I did find 2 critical items that needed attention. The dealer offered to address them but we live 250 miles from the dealer so that would have been a burden. So they offered to reduce the price by $1500 to cover the repairs. My RV tech completed the repairs and even found 1 more that I had missed for $800. So we saved $700 more. Inspections may cost money but in the end they save money!

[agm]

The best thing of a class C to an A to me is safety. I had a 19 Winnebago class C and went to an A for more space. The class C has 3 doors to get in and out especially in an emergency. My Entegra class A has 1 door to exit in an emergency provided that the motorhome didn't tip on the right side which then you have only the rear window to exit and that's not an easy thing to do. Another safety is the class C has the motor up front away from the driver with a nice bumper, the class A, you sit up front and there is little crash space much like the old VW vans. Thanks for your video.

[trustme]

In 2019 we bought a 2001 29' Minnie Winnie with 16, 000 miles on it for $18, 500. It was as close to perfect as anyone would be able to find and had NO slides, a walk around queen bed and a couch in a very common floor plan. The sellers left EVERYTHING in it. Must have been a couple thousand dollars worth of stuff. It has a ton of storage with 2 pass through compartments outside.
I did a thorough brake job, changed all the fluids, made a simple refer repair, replaced the co/propane detector and that was about it.
I don't have to sell it for any reason, unlike so many people now.

[mikew]

The one big problem with used class C is they are so popular that they are overpriced .The next few years the people who overpaid will be stuck trying to recoup there losses .
I guess it will remain that way and if you want to play your gonna pay.You see in ads where a 27-31 ft class C are the same if not lower than a 24ft of the same year even ones that are twelve years old are still over priced and that also applies to 5th wheel trailers of the same size .
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and no matter which used one someone chooses please pay for inspection for piece of mind it is a great bargaining tool as well

[ronmcdaniel]

Duane you hit the nail square on the once again. Not only new or used class c units but Class A, B, fifth wheels versus pull trailers and on and on. Hopefully everyone understands bottom line, INSPECTION new or used. Save your backside! THANKS SAFE TRAVELS

[jameskennedy]

You hit the nail on the head on this subject. There’s ole saying that I know that you have heard. Looks can be deceiving. You’re talking about the size of a Class A, my wife and I have both driven school buses, she has driven both styles motor in the front & motor beside her. She said that the snub nose rode rougher. As far as class A’s they are also top heavy. Keep’m coming

[Lavendaraw]

Began with pick up truck camper, then horse trailer/living quarters, so much like a PU camper. A conversion can, tenting, pop up, currently 20 foot travel trailer, and deciding what to “upgrade” to for part time living at retirement time.

[joedowe]

We been looking for a couple of years at Class C and Class B not in a hurry to get one. We want to get the right one or close to it. We have to drive up to an hour to M&P Dealers but the selection not the best. We will keep looking, been watch your channel for a couple of months. Thanks

[thedangphim]

We used to have a Class C for few years when our 2 kids were young. After they were teens big and tall we have 3 reasons to update to class A:
1. Need more room for children.
2. Our plan B to be full time Rvers.
3. Class A not only has more room, more compactor, more cabinets...but it's continues hot water making, automatic jack ( compared to class C we owned which do manual), big fridge work well ( Class C when driving not level, shaking...the fridge not working or keep cold...)
And last but least, we love class A design. The engine is on the back ( diesel pusher) which our class C engine in front it's noisy and make cabin hot). The generator is in front, so when we staying in our bedroom ( the Master bedroom on back) we don't hear the noise from the generator.
Now the problem is only my husband can drive the big rig 😂
But truely whichever more size, more comfortable, it'll cost.

[mikalsview]

If purchasing a used RV from a dealership, should you still get an outside inspector to go over vehicle prior to purchase?? Definitely would if purchasing from a private vendor

[azz]

I prefer Class C with the Benz Diesel, Ford is my second choice. But I am still leaning toward a bus conversion or a diesel or gas Class A

[robertarnobit]

Thanks for this video👍👍. It's a lot of help and makes me more knowledgeable. New subscriber here 😊

[rayjansen]

Love your message and honest content. One concern is that used RV market is outrageous for price... Seems like the private owners want to make a profit, which negates buying used vs Been experiencing this and delaying my buying....

[billjones]

Here in California not only what you guys are talking about, you have to compeat with the homeless and you have to find a place to park it!People here love complaining, it’s to big, it’s a eye sore ect.not worth the hassle.

[rb]

Great channel with a lot of good information. Looking to purchase a 2021 Phoenix Cruiser 3100 on the E450 chassis with 10k miles. Dealer advised the prior owner moved up to a larger unit. On-line blogs appear to be very favorable for build quality. Any concerns about the make/model that you are aware of.

[czaz]

What about B plus are they class Cs any comments ?? Great videos thank you