gotgone Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 My wife and I camped for years in travel trailers. We quit in 04 when my son was diagnosed. We are wanting to start over. This time we want a class c. I found an 09 Tioga Ranger 25g. It appears to be in good shape . I have only seen craigslist pics so far. It belongs to a retired couple who purchased it new. The unit only has 7850 miles on it. The low miles is a major concern for me. The unit has all the options I want including custom paint. They are asking 42,000 for the unit. They seem to be willing to drop a little. The asking price is the loan payoff so who knows. I need any and all advice on this possible purchase, so fire away. Thanks for any advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mocroc Posted June 6, 2016 Report Share Posted June 6, 2016 Look up the book price on nada.com and a search of the net including Craigslist.com & ebay.com. IMHO Craigslist & Ebay are the true guides of pricing. Seems high but check it out yourself. I am a fan of older rigs so the age and miles don't bother me. rocmoc n AZ/Fld/Baja Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tlerchba@sbcglobal.net Posted June 6, 2016 Report Share Posted June 6, 2016 Good day. May I suggest you consider having an inspection of the unit performed by a National RV Inspection Association certified inspector. Very much like a home inspector, they are a third party who is independent and not associated with a repair shop or an RV dealer where their credibility could be questioned. You can discuss this option with a sister company called RV Inspection Connection. They will go over the, types of inspections that are available, what the cost would be, and give you an idea of when it could take place. When you talking about spending that kind of money, getting an independent inspection done could save you big bucks down the road. Regards Tim Lerchbacker Keystone Avalanche Owner, Cypress, TX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted June 6, 2016 Report Share Posted June 6, 2016 A 2009 with 7850 miles on it sounds great but it obviously wasn't used often. Sometimes that's good but you really should have it checked over for any mechanical issues from sitting so long, the engine and the generator. Check the tire dates. Even if it wasn't driven much, they can deteriorate just be sitting. These would all be good bargaining tools. Good luck! For an '09 it does seem high but then I haven't been following prices. Do your homework. Full-timed for 16 YearsTraveled 8 yr in a 2004 Newmar Dutch Star 40' Motorhome and 8 yr in a 33' Travel Supreme 5th Wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotgone Posted June 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 7, 2016 I asked the owners about the low miles. The reply was every 10 days or so they drove it. Stored inside for the winter. I asked about price. They said the payoff is 43k. I said I would go 36 if all checked out. That offer was refused. I sent an email last night asking the bottom dollar . No reply. NADA said 42 to 48. Very nice looking and most all options. Still a 7yr old MH. The search continues. I found the same model in tenn. Same miles and options, except for paint scheme. Dealer is asking 39k. Sale is pending with another buyer. They will call if any change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
champ_49 Posted June 7, 2016 Report Share Posted June 7, 2016 Be very careful on Craigslist buys. I have been involved with a few scams that I caught before it became a reality. Don't get me wrong, Craigslist is a good way to buy, just be careful. My theory on Craigslist is, if its to good to be true, it probably is! Good luck on your find! Dave Dave & Linda 2011 Bighorn 3670 2000 Ford 7.3 PS diesel white and tan in color Now Fulltiming since May15, 2010 Semper Fi Marines!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OLYLEN Posted June 19, 2016 Report Share Posted June 19, 2016 Unlike the others the $43000 doesn't seem out of line. Except I would bargin for new tires and batteries if not newer. And if everything checks out. LEN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarDreamers.us Posted June 20, 2016 Report Share Posted June 20, 2016 It is important to remember that on older RVs (age) with low or high mileage It can be belts and hoses as well tires that all need to be replaced. So if you take that into consideration the price could be much higher than expected. Good luck in your search. Safe Travels! SKP #89742 - Lifetime membership - Member of the SKP Class of 2007Good Sam Club - Lifetime MemberDataStorm #5423Passport America - Lifetime MemberSons Of The American Revolution (SAR) - Lifetime MemberAmerican Legion - USAF - Lifetime MemberRotary Club Member - 30 years Escapee CARE Supporter National Wildlife Refuge Volunteer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_Fan44 Posted November 23, 2016 Report Share Posted November 23, 2016 I agree with searching on different places on the net and looking into a RV certified inspector Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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