Need advice about buying a 1999 Rexhall 25V

[tada]

Hi, I’m new to the forums, but I’m thinking about buying a 1999 Rexhall 25V from a private owner.

It’s a one owner vehicle with 92,600 miles. He tells me it’s in excellent condition but needs the carb on the generator repaired for a stuck needle valve. It’s lived it’s whole life in Tucson. He’s asking $9900 for it which is well below NADA value.

Any opinions, buying advice or things to look for? Thanks in advance, Tom.

[ajpaero]

I've seen this unit advertised on Craigslist. My advice would be to have the entire motorhome pre-buy inspected including generator by a qualified RV mechanic. If you decide to buy, Simonsen Generator in Tucson does a good job on Gens.
SIMONSEN GENERATOR SERVICE, INC Providing service, replacement parts and sales for all your generator needs

Good luck

[tada]

Thank you for the suggestion. I do appreciate it. I planned on having a pre-purchase inspection done on this RV if I choose to buy it or any other one. Can you recommend a good dealer or independent firm for the inspection?

[ajpaero]

Originally Posted by tada

Thank you for the suggestion. I do appreciate it. I planned on having a pre-purchase inspection done on this RV if I choose to buy it or any other one. Can you recommend a good dealer or independent firm for the inspection?

I'm sorry tada, I don't know of any. I'm a certified aircraft mechanic and did my own pre-buy when I bought my Rexhall.
Here's a link to a GoodSam article on what to look for when buying a used MH.
https://forums.goodsamclub.com/index...7.cfm#29454997
Hope this helps you.
a.j.

[Waiter21]

If its on a Ford F53, here is a checklist I use when looking at that chassis..

F53 inspection maintenance checklist – 1999 Southwind 35S

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