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05-20-2010, 06:53 AM
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Concerns About 2008 Orphan
My wife and I originally wanted to spend around round $100,000 on a used diesel pusher. We wanted either a Tiffin, Winnebago or Newmar product. With that said, I am getting tired of looking at used coaches. Either they want too much, they have water damage or a combination of both. We are now broadening our search and looking at new leftovers. We can get either a 2008 Fleetwood Providence on a freightliner chassis or a 2008 Monaco Knight on a 8 bag roadmaster chassis for the same price of $155,000. We do like the Monaco better but I am concerned about lack of dealers in my area, parts availability and resale value if we ever did decide to sell it. Both units have the same floorplan but I like the Monaco's passthrough storage and fiberglass roof. Any input would be appreciated.
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05-20-2010, 06:54 AM
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One more thing, I would be purchasing a extended warranty for either one.
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05-20-2010, 08:27 AM
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Monaco Owners Club
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Hedgehog
I purchased an orphan 2008 HR Endeavor, and also purchased a Monaco Extended Care (MEC) warranty. I paid for years 2 thru 5 and the dealer paid for the 1st year. So far I haven't had many problems, just minor stuff. If you are good at doing some of your own repairs, you can save a lot of $$$.
i was concerned about lack of support from Monaco, but their tech support has been great about answering any questions or concerns that I have had. I wouldn't hesitate about buying that way again.
Dennis
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Pipe Creek, TX
2008 HR Endeavor 40PDQ / 2015 RAM 1500 Toad
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05-20-2010, 08:44 AM
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Alpine Owners Club Texas Boomers Club
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One thing to consider with a new "Orphan"
Most of the "extended warranties" (breakdown policies) do NOT cover "Manufacturer Defects" but cover mechanical failure.....
Plan on a 2-3 day PDI and "live" in the RV for that time, use EVERY switch, gage, feature, etc...(several times) use the city water, storage water, propane, EVERYTHING, even if you don't need it...Get the selling dealer to fix anything that doesn't work as it should, BEFORE you hand over the check or sign the paper.
If any system is not operable or broken, due to manufacturer error, the "warranty" will most likely NOT pay for it....Ensure that the dealer puts"in writing" that they will fix any manufacturers defects for a certain period of time..
If not THINK
....how much will it cost to get a mis-wired coach rewired? or how much will it cost to have a leaking windshield or roof replaced? or how much will it cost to have incorrect plumbing repaired? or a non-functional hydrohot?....
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Alpine 40MDTS (gone but not forgotten)
Now Dynaquest 390XL
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05-20-2010, 05:10 PM
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I tried getting a better price but as it stands right now, it is $155,000 with 4.99% financing. Is that a good deal of should I keep looking?
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05-20-2010, 07:26 PM
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just wanted to know is there a extended service agreement that does cover manufacturer defects and how do you find out?
Thanks
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05-20-2010, 08:56 PM
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Alpine Owners Club Texas Boomers Club
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Quote:
Originally Posted by maccorgi
just wanted to know is there a extended service agreement that does cover manufacturer defects and how do you find out?
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Other than a "manufacturer's warranty", I have heard of no such thing.
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Michael (Home base Northern IL)
Alpine 40MDTS (gone but not forgotten)
Now Dynaquest 390XL
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05-20-2010, 09:38 PM
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Nor'easters Club Fleetwood Owners Club Mid Atlantic Campers Workhorse Chassis Owner
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Hedgehog, best of luck with the purchase. We really only have 2 dealerships wiew thin 50+ miles, so it's very limited. The first showed me one -two used, and then an entire
tour of new product, which we weren't financially prepared to do. The second dealership showed me 6-7 used, no new ones, and proceeded to give a great trade in price, paid in full 5-year service plan (national company), good loan terms (not as good as yours), and really earned our business.
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Landcruisers for life
2 adults, 2 kids (tweens) and 2 dogs
2004 Fltwd Southwind 32V from 2000 Tioga 26F
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05-21-2010, 08:29 AM
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Monaco Owners Club
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Hedgehog,
Haven't dealt with them personally but PPL Motorhomes seems to have a large selection of used (no new) MHs on thier website. I think they are around Houston, TX.
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2007 HR Scepter, 42PLQ
Supply Corps, USN Retired
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05-21-2010, 02:03 PM
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I've looked at there website but it seems the prices are higher than I am looking at in a new leftover.
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05-24-2010, 08:31 AM
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Senior Member
Monaco Owners Club
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Hedgehog
I was just looking at the CW web site, and saw a 2008 Dip 40PDQ with about 5600 miles on it for $156k. Looks like a good deal, it is in Mesa, AZ.
Dennis
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Pipe Creek, TX
2008 HR Endeavor 40PDQ / 2015 RAM 1500 Toad
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