Wanted 87 to 89 FC

[birdshill123]

>Tom:

Thank you for that post. Intelligent input is always appreciated.
I am aware of most of what you mentioned. Although I am a BB wanabe
I am not a novice when it comes to RV's. I did restore a 65 Clark
Cortez and a 69 Winnie. Have been RVing for 35 years and am an old
Hot Rodder (drag racing). We already have a 39 ft. DP Bounder . THe
BB is too be used only for travel in Southern Mexico. Most other rv's
cannot handle the rough roads. I decided on the 87 to 89 for a
number of reasons: more power, the ones I drove were also quieter, OD
transmission, better layouts, more outside storage, modern generator.
However I would still consider a nice rear bath 85 or 86. I may have
to be patient. Seems that lately the earlier models that are on the
market need some serious work. They either have dated worn out
interiors or major mechanical problems. I am prepared to do normal
repairs/upgrades such as belts, hoses, fluids,rad, tires, fridge
etc. I do not want to rering the engine or replace the whole
interior. Doesnt have to be a perfect unit but has to look
respectable. I also find that a lot of sellers are not realistic. I
understand how it feels when you have a lot of money invested in a
unit and would like to recover some of your money. But any MH is a
depreciating asset. These are not real estate. I have encountered
units that have been for sale for more than 2 years. If they were
overpriced 2 years ago then that price is certainly not realistic
today. You get what you pay for (maybe) and I am willing to pay a
proper price for the right unit. $45,000 and even more is too high
for an 84 or 85 that needs work. The right price is one where the
seller gets what he feels is the right price and the buyer is happy.
Some of the sellers will not find that happy buyer unless they face
the facts. I am confident I will find the unit that fits our needs.
Unfortunately the market is quite small and it takes a lot of
looking. And travelling! I do use the check list from vintage birds.
This and the other forums are invaluable. I appreciate all the
posters who have answered my questions.

Bruce