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05-26-2015, 11:39 AM
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2005 Newmar dutchstar 3815
Looking for some input on this model 370 Spartan, four slide. Does anybody know any defects other info on this model. I am considering purchasing this as our first coach. It has 43000 miles!
It is a Newmar dutchstar 3815 2005
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05-26-2015, 12:54 PM
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Newmar Owners Club
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The Dutch Star is probably Newmar's top seller in the diesel line. It is a great coach and you'll find factory support to be excellent. Most Dutch Star owners love them.
Best of luck with your decision. Happy Trails!!
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05-26-2015, 12:58 PM
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We've had two DSDP's a 2000 3865 and a 2002 4090. Traded the 02' off for the Magna, probably the worst thing we've ever done. Not that the Magna is bad (other then the ISX) just that the DW would have been FAR happier with a '15 4375.
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05-26-2015, 06:05 PM
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Nor'easters Club Workhorse Chassis Owner iRV2 No Limits Club
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Welcome to the forum and irv2.
Here is a Brochure and Owners Guide for you.
Below in my signature are links to many more for your to be Newmar.
If you go to this link there are links to check any recalls for that year coach.
Enjoy the forum and good luck in your quest.
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05-26-2015, 06:34 PM
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Newmar Owners Club Freightliner Owners Club
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Hello bs086921. I owned a 2004DSDP3810. Put about 50,000 miles on it. Traded it for a 2014DSDP3810. I love both for various reasons. The 2005DSDP will be a great coach for you. The 04 and 05's have more space than my 2014 as far as cabinets are concerned. There is good space underneath. With slides only on one side, you will have more room to move about when stopping at a rest area for lunch. I believe that you will greatly enjoy the coach.
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05-26-2015, 09:26 PM
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Have the ball joint boots inspected. Those years had bad rubber boots that rotted prematurely. I just had to have the ball joints on mine replaced because of this at a cost of about $2100.
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05-27-2015, 07:29 AM
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This coach has four slides but thanks for the info
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05-27-2015, 10:55 AM
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Newmar Owners Club
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bs08691
Looking for some input on this model 370 Spartan, four slide. Does anybody know any defects other info on this model. I am considering purchasing this as our first coach. It has 43000 miles!
It is a Newmar dutchstar 3815 2005
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Call Newmar / Spartan with build / vin number. They will share what history they have with the coach.
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05-27-2015, 11:18 AM
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Newmar Owners Club Mid Atlantic Campers
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Just purchased (April) a 2005 DSDP 3810. Extremely happy with ride and amenities. Enjoy!
John Mack
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05-27-2015, 11:43 AM
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Newmar Owners Club Solo Rvers Club
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bs08691
Looking for some input on this model 370 Spartan, four slide. Does anybody know any defects other info on this model. I am considering purchasing this as our first coach. It has 43000 miles!
It is a Newmar dutchstar 3815 2005
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I've owned my 2005 DSDP since this past January and have been full-timing in it for near three months. I have nothing bad to say/report about the rig - in fact, I love it. I suspect there are good ones and bad ones at this age, I'm not exactly sure how to be positive you are getting a good one. Kind of a roll of the dice, I think. Sounds like you are doing your due diligence.
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05-27-2015, 12:16 PM
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Newmar Owners Club
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Bought mine new. Still love it. Everything works, not even a burned out light bulb!
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