Should You Avoid Buying Old RVs?

Above, an old (vintage) trailer on display at the California RV Show. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Buying a used RV, for me, was never an option. Buying a used, old RV was basically "buying another guy's problem."

That's one reason I bought my 2015 Winnebago Minnie Winnie 22R new.

Do It Yourself RV posted an article of five reasons why one should avoid buying old RVs.

They begin it with:

It’s easy to watch a YouTube video of someone restoring a vintage RV and think, “That looks great! Maybe I should fix up some old RVs.” However, this is a dangerous line of thinking to follow. Although there are benefits to buying used RVs, the older they are, the more issues they’re likely to have. 

Old RVs are often less safe and less reliable compared to their newer counterparts. Although vintage models certainly have some charm, the problems often outweigh the benefits. If you have the skills and time to restore an old model, that’s great! Unfortunately, many people who buy outdated RV models don’t know what to do with them and end up wasting a lot of money.

In general, the risk is often not worth the reward, and it’s better to opt for a newer model that’s only seen a few years of use. Below, we have five of the most compelling reasons to avoid old RVs. Carefully consider these risks if you’re thinking about getting a vintage camper.

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