Looking at purchasing New 2018 Berkshire 43C
Considering buying a new 2018 Berkshire 43C from a dealer with odometer reading 400 miles. The MSRP is $378,899.00. Website list price is $284,553.00 and on Craigslist at $248,500 which is 64.5% of the MSRP. Based on looking at previous year's 43Cs I anticipate the DP will depreciate an additional 14.5% to 50% of the MSRP - at least that is what I have found looking at used DPs that are 3 model years old so guess I'm looking at about $185,000 plus tax, title and tags. Its a long way from what they are asking so will be willing to negotiate based on what they will be doing.
Since its 3 model years old and has been setting on the dealer's lot for at least 2 years ago what should I consider in making a deal? What red flags might arise
It probably has the original oil in the engine so am planning on having them change it, all filters and lube RV as part of purchase agreement.
The tires are probably 2017 so replacing them is going to be in 3 more years.
Not knowing the Cummins engine but my C7 air intake filter requires changing every 2 years and its not cheap.
I have a basement A/C that I love but this one has 3 low profile A/Cs on the roof. They need to be checked and serviced because when unused since installed. Compressors have a way of freezing up when not used.
Additional insight and/or correction to my thoughts are greatly appreciated.
Richard
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2011 Itasca Ellipse 42QD; 2012 Buick La Crosse; Retired US Army MSG (20 years AFS); Retired! Retired!
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