1999 Winnebago

[rhudson1111]

Hello everyone! I'm new here and about to purchase a pre-owned RV. I came across this..

1999 Winnebago minnie
3500 model chevy
Engine 7.4L

Does anyone have general experience with this year & brand? Or know if the Winnebago/chevy model has a solid reputation? I certainly will have a pre-purchase inspection done, just wondering about general opinions/experiences.

Many thanks for your help!

[Skip426]

Welcome to iRV2,

By listing the chassis as 3500 Chevy, I’m assuming this is a Class C , motor home.

Make sure you pull the mattress from the over cab bed and carefully inspect for water damage and previous repair. Water leaks in the over cab section , is the number one issue on any brand of Class C.

Good luck finding an RV , and safe travels.

[rhudson1111]

Thanks for the tip!

[Isaac-1]

What matters is the condition it is in today, not so much if it was well built or not 20+ years ago. My advice is to inspect, inspect, and inspect, the primary killer of all RV's is rot caused by water penetrations, sure some die from other things, but when it comes to the most common reason motorhomes end up in junk yards it is rot. Related and closely following is due to lack of maintenance.

[Brob]

The 7.4L (454) is a solid powerplant, been around for a long time so there are parts readily available. Biggest thing is keeping it cool. Make sure the thermostat, fan clutch, and water pump are all functioning properly.

[Roadfrog]

I had a 99 Winnie Itasca with the Ford V10. As stated already, CHECK THE CABOVER AREA! Notorious leakers. Other than that, we loved ours and gave us many years of happy RV'ng. Be prepared for a hot driving area when pushing the engine. That doghouse gets hot.