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Mogulite · 09-18-2019, 08:15 PM

Been looking to buy a slightly used either Tiffin or Newmar. Looking at the 35’ or so length. I went on RV Trader and looked at 2018 Holiday Ramblers that are about 38’. They’re in my price range of around $150,000 so I’m curious or course about their quality.

I’m interested in opinions regarding the interior quality, but also the chassis. Do these have the Freightliner chassis that allows for the slide through storage shelf? Or is the chassis an inferior product. I realize that they are a lower end to the Monaco but what all is sacrificed in these 38’ Holiday Ramblers?

Thanks all !

arcaguy · 09-18-2019, 08:18 PM

Haven't owned any of them but I can tell you that I was at an RV show and asked a mechanic what he would buy, he said Holiday Rambler. FWIW.

DeanM2 · 09-20-2019, 12:25 PM

Tiffin. Gorgeous paint jobs in limited colors. Engines that are underpowered for their chassis size.
Newmar (now Winnebago). Better insulation. Nice overall design and build.

cvbdsl · 09-20-2019, 01:11 PM

I've owned two Newmars and currently a HR (all DPs), but older than what you are looking at. Based on a comparison I would rate them pretty well equally for fit finish etc. Might be a slight edge for Newmar because they did have better hinges on the overhead storage.
But all my opinions are based on models from 2003 to 2008.

Chris

Chuck&Pam · 09-20-2019, 05:11 PM

After 2012 or 2013 Monaco (Holiday Rambler) merged with Fleetwood (REV Group). Not sure about the DPs but gas HR coaches are same as Bounder and Flair. All customer service is now through Fleetwood and warranty through the Fleetwood authorized repair centers many of which are Camping World or the Fleetwood factory service center in Decatur Indiana. I had a 2016 HR Admiral for 16 mos. The majority of that time it was in the shop while I had to deal with REV Group warranty/ customer service and CW. It was a nightmare. I finally got rid of it and got my current Tiffin and the experience has been just the opposite. And the Tiffin quality can’t even be compared with the HR/Fleetwood I had. (Prior to 2009 it was a different story. I had a 2005 gas Bounder and a 2008 HR Endeavor DP. My father had a 2002 Southwind gas coach. All three were great RVs with no problems.) I did look strongly at Newmar this time but didn’t find the floor plan we preferred so went with the Tiffin. There are some minor things that need correcting but overall very happy so far.

Ivylog · 09-20-2019, 07:11 PM

The newest Monaco/HR are nothing like those with that name...pre 2010. The REV group is trying to use the past good reputation to help their sales. I’m not even sure the new HR Navigator is a DP.

manderson2228 · 09-20-2019, 07:30 PM

I saved money once on something other than a Tiffin or a Newmar, only to realize when i had to dump the POS that i didn't save money. The answer to most questions on which rig to buy usually ends with Newmar or Tiffin. Consider Newmar recent acquisition. I couldnt be happier with my Tiffin.

Dsrtrider · 09-20-2019, 10:04 PM

That 2018 HR is the same as Fleetwood Discovery . No where near the quality of Tiffin or Newmar

HJLowell · 09-20-2019, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cvbdsl

I've owned two Newmars and currently a HR (all DPs), but older than what you are looking at. Based on a comparison I would rate them pretty well equally for fit finish etc. Might be a slight edge for Newmar because they did have better hinges on the overhead storage.
But all my opinions are based on models from 2003 to 2008.

Chris

I agree 100 percent Chris
Spot on.