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Old 04-02-2017, 01:24 PM   #1
Kegracing
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Default Re: Regret buying a motorhome?

Hitman,

You are hearing a lot of good opinions here, and hands on advice.
I had an old class C first with small trailer years ago. Then went newer used 35' class A. Mistake was the V10 Ford motor... not a good motor for me, not good power for towing.
Motorhome was GREAT with 2 small kids. We also had to travel long trips to family, and especially with baby, wife was much happier. Was great at the track. Pulled 24' box with 3400 lb stocker ok. Used it for some vacations, lake time, etc.
As several have said, repairs and upkeep is real. Real pain sometimes, but most things are. When I stopped traveling to race (oldest started Jr's and we stayed local and I bracket raced) we sold the RV. Miss it some days. Have a 32' trailer with AC in it, and very few overnight races, so not too bad. Much smarter now for me.
RV has great benefits for family at the track, and especially if you are going to use it for vacations, etc.
Most all will say get a DP if you can swing it. Gas motor is OK, especially if racing close to home. GM motor preferred.
If and when you sell, it will not be worth as much as you think usually... but, consider the value you got. Also not always easy to sell... look at all the ones for sale. Another reason to find a real deal on the front end.
One thing not really mentioned much is the 5th wheel trailer option. Depending on what truck you have now, a 48' or 50' with slide trailer might be an option. Some really nice ones out there, but probably more $ than a nice RV. But, it is an option. Would get you about the living space of many RV's. Self contained, so you can claim on taxes just like an RV if you finance.
Good luck with what ever route you go.

Ken
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