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Old 09-27-2017, 10:33 PM   #1
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We are looking for an entry DP, and really confused on which MH brand to choose. Looking at Newmar, Tiffin, Winnebago, We are looking for quality, dependability, for the neighborhood of $200,000.
Any suggestions for other brands? Future full timers.
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$200,000 will buy many used top end motorhomes, with all the bells and whistles including Prevost, Monaco, Country Coach, Beaver, and the ones you mention. If you insist on that new smell...well $200 K will buy that, minus some of the quality and dependability. Question: Would you prefer a slightly used Cadilac or a new entry level Chevy what ever. The new smell will be gone faster than your down payment. Look at many new and used coaches in your $200 K bracket and you will see what I am trying to tell you. Bottom line is find one that YOU love, new or used and don't worry about which brand "we think" is best. We all think that what we drive is the best. The closer you get to the top end model in any brand, you will get more for your money.
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Old 09-28-2017, 05:19 AM   #3
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Agree...find some units in your budget that fit your needs and do some reading in the applicable iwners forum.
Our "new to us" Newmar fits our needs well... and I'm pleased w the quality and features we got.
Looked at Tiffin REDs and owned a Wbgo gasser previously... neither compares to the Venrana IMHO but I'm obviously biased.
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Old 09-28-2017, 06:50 AM   #4
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Also biased, I've owned Winnebago, Alpine, and Fleetwood. My Newmar is by far the best made coach I have had the pleasure of owning.
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Old 09-28-2017, 07:33 AM   #5
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Why new? Go used, and you can get the absolute top end quality, in a 10 year old coach!
Yu can get a 2003-2007 Bluebird Wanderlodge, that went for a cool million new, for that $200,000, and will have quality so much better than any new one for that price.

Go back to 97-98 or so, and you will have more than $50,000 left over for repairs, upgrades, etc. A MUCH better buy than new.

And, if you think new means no problems, read about all the horror stories on here with new having MAJOR problems.
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Entry level is entry level, regardless of the brand name. If you want a better coach, get away from "entry level" and buy a mid or upper tier product. To keep within your budget, buy one a few years older than that entry level rig. With a $200k budget, you can get some really nice coaches, e.g. what adamfolger said!
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Old 10-04-2017, 03:04 PM   #7
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Hi!

We don't have ours yet, we've been searching since 2012 for THE class a that would fill our checkboxes. We finally found 3 floorplans that fit us, one is a Tiffin Phaeton, a Newmar Ventana and an Entegra Aspire. Our process was to print out build sheets on each model and compare who gave us the most bang for our buck. Entegra came out on top for us because you get standard what the other two consider options.

With that said the best advice we were ever given was to find the floorplan that we loved. Then go and see each rvs, open the cabinets, relax on the bed, sit at the table, sit on the toilet, spend time in each one. Have the slides opened and closed and really imagine yourself in the coach. Till you find the one that fits what you need.

Every person will have an opinion on the engine, the make, the chassis, the location of the radiator and if you should buy new or used. Research is your best friend!

Yes, the depreciate fast, but no one should think of it as an investment. Sometimes you can't find a used one that fits all your boxes and you have to decide is close good enough. If you can find a used one that works for you make sure to do your research on any and all recalls or issues the coach may have had and that they were repaired properly.

It's a process and a big purchase, take your time and find what works best for you!
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Old 10-09-2017, 08:21 PM   #8
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We are looking for an entry DP, and really confused on which MH brand to choose. Looking at Newmar, Tiffin, Winnebago, We are looking for quality, dependability, for the neighborhood of $200,000.
Any suggestions for other brands? Future full timers.
If by any chance this is your first rv I would suggest you buy used. 99% of people who buy their first coach want something different after a few months. If you buy used and decide you want something else you will not take the financial hit.
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We spent just a couple bucks over $200k for a 7 year old $750k when new coach. Stored inside, low miles and like new.
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Old 10-17-2017, 08:41 AM   #10
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There are some gems out there if you're willing to look. When you can find yourself a used but like new $200K coach for less than the price of new pickup truck the difference saved goes a long ways to give the rig a refreshed look and fun on the road.

If you're in a hurry to get on the road, buy new but understand that new doesn't necessarily mean you'll own a trouble free rig and find yourself spending time dealing with issues...often lengthy periods of not being able to use your rig due to service delays. The RV industry is upside down...more units on the road than there are service techs and parts to keep them operational.
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...With a $200k budget, you can get some really nice coaches...
Good advice. You can get a new 'entry' level coach or a nice upscale coach that's a few years old for $200k.
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$200,000 will buy many used top end motorhomes, with all the bells and whistles including Prevost, Monaco, Country Coach, Beaver, and the ones you mention. If you insist on that new smell...well $200 K will buy that, minus some of the quality and dependability. Question: Would you prefer a slightly used Cadilac or a new entry level Chevy what ever. The new smell will be gone faster than your down payment. Look at many new and used coaches in your $200 K bracket and you will see what I am trying to tell you. Bottom line is find one that YOU love, new or used and don't worry about which brand "we think" is best. We all think that what we drive is the best. The closer you get to the top end model in any brand, you will get more for your money.


I agree you can save a bunch buying used. What I disagree is the smell I bought my last 2 new and my 07 rev still smells new. I've looked at a lot of used and every single one smelled like someone died in it some you can't make it in the door.
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