 |
|
04-06-2016, 07:56 PM
|
#1
|
|
Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Posts: 9
|
Pulling the trigger 2007 Fleetwood Southwind
Hi All! We've been looking for 2 years and are finally pulling the trigger on an 07 Fleetwood Southwind 37C. I feel we are getting a sweet deal! Full body paint - new tires in 2015 - very clean and well maintained - no leaks or water marks. There is a small crack in the shower, but it can be easily sealed, which we will do immediately. It only has 9k miles - good or bad? The current owner is the 2nd owner. He purchased in 09 and only put 2500 miles on it, however he ran it every month and changed out fluids every year. Should I be concerned due to the low mileage? The bank we're going through requires a visual conditional inspection but not mechanical. Should i have a mechanical inspection done prior to purchasing? We are purchasing the service contract via Good Sam for 50 monthly. Thank you for reading and I look forward to hearing from you! Oh and this is our first Class A - we've owned many travel trailers but this is our first motorhome and we can't wait to hit the road!
|
|
|
 |
Join the #1 RV Forum Today - It's Totally Free!
iRV2.com RV Community - Are you about to start a new improvement on your RV or need some help with some maintenance? Do you need advice on what products to buy? Or maybe you can give others some advice? No matter where you fit in you'll find that iRV2 is a great community to join. Best of all it's totally FREE!
You are currently viewing our boards as a guest so you have limited access to our community. Please take the time to register and you will gain a lot of great new features including; the ability to participate in discussions, network with other RV owners, see fewer ads, upload photographs, create an RV blog, send private messages and so much, much more!
|
|
04-06-2016, 08:49 PM
|
#2
|
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 676
|
Most state inspections are worth the cost
I wouldn't worry to much about low miles, especially if they did yearly oil changes and any other maintenance
|
|
|
|
|
04-06-2016, 08:50 PM
|
#3
|
|
Senior Member
Workhorse Chassis Owner
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Modesto, CA
Posts: 413
|
Southwinds are very nice motor homes. I had an 07 32V the same color as the one you're looking at. Always advisable to have an expert look it over prior to buying. I personally wouldn't be concerned about the low mileage, but I would have someone look it over just to be on the safe side.
Brian
__________________
2004 Fleetwood Revolution 38B
|
|
|
|
|
04-06-2016, 09:41 PM
|
#4
|
|
Community Administrator
Pond Piggies Club LA Gulf Coast Campers Outdoors RV Owners Club Entegra Owners Club Skyline Owners Group
Join Date: Mar 2002
Posts: 40,770
|
Can't really see well by the photos, but doesn't look like I see "Triton V10" badge next to the entry door. If so, it's on a Workhorse & you'll need to be sure the brake recall has been done. Also, that looks to be a 4-door Norcold fridge - make sure the recall/patch fix has been done.
As others have stated, have it gone over by a trusted RV mechanic. Well worth the money spent.
Lori-
__________________
Lori (& Dave, my spirit guide) - RV/MH Hall of Fame Lifetime Member | My iRV2 Photo Albums
2016 Phoenix Cruiser 2350S, 2018 Phaeton 40IH,2006 Bounder 36Z, 2004 Cougar 285EFS, 2000 Aerolite 25FBR
There is great need for a sarcasm font. 
|
|
|
|
|
04-07-2016, 03:47 AM
|
#5
|
|
Moderator Emeritus
Nor'easters Club Fleetwood Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: NH
Posts: 5,099
|
Looks great, but do as the others have mentioned and you should be good to go. Have safe travels and enjoy.
__________________
Bruce & Nancy
FMCA F280542
2004 Bounder 35E
US Navy Vet.
|
|
|
|
|
04-07-2016, 06:50 AM
|
#6
|
|
Senior Member
Fleetwood Owners Club Ford Super Duty Owner
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: northern IL
Posts: 2,557
|
What price did you get her for? If you dont want to answer, I understand.
__________________
2014 Fleetwood Bounder 35k
|
|
|
|
|
04-08-2016, 09:38 AM
|
#7
|
|
Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Posts: 9
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by NLOVNIT
Can't really see well by the photos, but doesn't look like I see "Triton V10" badge next to the entry door. If so, it's on a Workhorse & you'll need to be sure the brake recall has been done. Also, that looks to be a 4-door Norcold fridge - make sure the recall/patch fix has been done.
As others have stated, have it gone over by a trusted RV mechanic. Well worth the money spent.
Lori-
|
Hi Lori, It is the Triton V10 and yes the fridge has been repaired...thanks for the reply!
|
|
|
|
|
04-08-2016, 09:41 AM
|
#8
|
|
Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Posts: 9
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by mojoracing
What price did you get her for? If you dont want to answer, I understand.
|
Hi, No I don't mind sharing. Last year he was originally asking 69,900 and he reduced it this year to 65,900 and I offered 59k and he accepted :-) They are retired - he still owes 60k on it so he's taking a loss, but he doesn't mind as he wants to move on to purchasing a home.
|
|
|
|
|
04-08-2016, 09:42 AM
|
#9
|
|
Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Posts: 9
|
Thanks for all the replies. I'm sure I'll be back asking for more advice once we get her home. Everyone here is very helpful and knowledgeable. Thank you!
|
|
|
|
|
04-08-2016, 10:08 AM
|
#10
|
|
Senior Member
Tiffin Owners Club
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Southern NM
Posts: 2,514
|
Enjoy your new RV 
Really like the blue color on the outside, looks like you got a great deal
__________________
2005 Tiffin Allegro Bay 37DB
W22 Workhorse Chassis 8.1 Flat Towing a 82 Jeep CJ7
|
|
|
|
|
04-08-2016, 10:10 AM
|
#11
|
|
Senior Member
Thor Owners Club Freightliner Owners Club
Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 930
|
enjoy your new coach !!! it looks very nice and well maintained too 
|
|
|
|
|
04-11-2016, 05:02 PM
|
#12
|
|
Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Posts: 9
|
So the bank is doing a visual inspection not mechanical. Does anyone know what the visual entails? I'm assuming they just check for water marks, rust etc but thought I'd pick your brains. Thank you! Jodi
|
|
|
|
|
07-08-2016, 03:51 PM
|
#13
|
|
Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2011
Posts: 3
|
We have this identical model with a darker interior. We love it have had it since new. very little problems. Make sure you use a power surge protector. have repaired Microwave twice. 25K miles but heavy use than indicated by mileage. WE do a lot of local gigs. God Bless and enjoy.
|
|
|
|
|
07-08-2016, 07:45 PM
|
#14
|
|
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 745
|
Nice looking ! I would change all the fluids/ chassis lube and replace the fuel filter, if the entire rig looks that nice and the seller has service records I would ask to take it for an hour drive on a highway then fill the water tank and make sure all interior appliances, water pump, inverter and batteries are good and write a check
__________________
2019 Tiffin Allegro RED 37 PA
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
|
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
» Recent Discussions |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Linear Mode
