New vs Used when purchasing November 26, 2018, 05:17:04 pm I think we are getting to the point where we want more room and better towing capability than our '95TK.We're wanting a 27' MB. We bought our TK used and while I learned a lot I would rather not go through that again.But then again we could save a lot rather than buying new I believe.Anyway...what are some of the advantages to buying new over used and vice versa?I am thinking new you get a warranty and well...it's new!Used you save a lot but as I notice there is rarely late models available. The house is paid so we could take out a refi/cash and have the money ready when a used one becomes available but I have looked and looked these past months and when a good newer one becomes available it usually is sold before I can look into it.Just buy new?If we buy new what are some "must have" options? Solar definitely I think.Any opinions?
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #1 – November 26, 2018, 05:32:06 pm "...what are some of the advantages to buying new over used and vice versa?"Guaranteed no bedbugs? Kidding of course.Yes, solar would be a very good choice... but you may want to wait and do it after market. There are several advantages to that, many of which have been discussed on this board. I ordered one panel, soon wished I had two, now have three, but in the interim everything had to be rearranged for a more efficient system. 2 Likes
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #2 – November 26, 2018, 05:37:23 pm Quote from: Lazy Bones - November 26, 2018, 05:32:06 pm"...what are some of the advantages to buying new over used and vice versa?"Guaranteed no bedbugs? Kidding of course.Yes, solar would be a very good choice... but you may want to wait and do it after market. There are several advantages to that, many of which have been discussed on this board. I ordered one panel, soon wished I had two, now have three, but in the interim everything had to be rearranged for a more efficient system. The price list mentions the one panel system as stock with the option of adding another one.I am just wondering if Lazy daze would even forgo solar since they are pretty set on what they sell? And would they reduce the price?
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #3 – November 26, 2018, 05:46:32 pm Were I in your shoes, my strategy would be to get on the waiting list AND shop for a very lightly used LazyDaze. As I understand things, you can then decide if/when a used candidate becomes available. Rich'03 MB in NC 1 Likes
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #4 – November 26, 2018, 05:52:07 pm Quote from: rich - November 26, 2018, 05:46:32 pmWere I in your shoes, my strategy would be to get on the waiting list AND shop for a very lightly used LazyDaze. As I understand things, you can then decide if/when a used candidate becomes available. Rich'03 MB in NCIs the $4,000 deposit on a new one refundable?
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #5 – November 26, 2018, 06:18:40 pm Well Ted; No deposit required until they come up with a chassis for you, so being on the list won't cost you until then. The deposit isn't refundable. If you want a particular floor plan, want to pick outside and inside color, and options then you should buy new. Depends on how picky you are. I just missed by a day, the gray MB that popped up in Beaumont, near me, just a month ago. Someone got a great deal. I, like you, have an older TK, thinking of going just 3 feet longer to a newer MB. RonB (it's all those cats! 3 now) 2 Likes
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #6 – November 26, 2018, 06:23:24 pm Quote from: RonB - November 26, 2018, 06:18:40 pmWell Ted; No deposit required until they come up with a chassis for you, so being on the list won't cost you until then. The deposit isn't refundable. If you want a particular floor plan, want to pick outside and inside color, and options then you should buy new. Depends on how picky you are. I just missed by a day, the gray MB that popped up in Beaumont, near me, just a month ago. Someone got a great deal. I, like you, have an older TK, thinking of going just 3 feet longer to a newer MB. RonB (it's all those cats! 3 now)You are just down the road from us. We're in Leucadia.
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #7 – November 26, 2018, 06:47:41 pm Do you think the factory will ever update the prices on their website? http://www.lazydaze.com/FEATURES.PDF
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #8 – November 26, 2018, 06:55:16 pm Quote from: HiLola - November 26, 2018, 06:47:41 pmDo you think the factory will ever update the prices on their website? http://www.lazydaze.com/FEATURES.PDFThat is a good question. I guess I will need to call them?
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #9 – November 27, 2018, 04:21:25 pm Quote from: RonB - November 26, 2018, 06:18:40 pmWell Ted; No deposit required until they come up with a chassis for you, so being on the list won't cost you until then. The deposit isn't refundable. If you want a particular floor plan, want to pick outside and inside color, and options then you should buy new. Depends on how picky you are. I just missed by a day, the gray MB that popped up in Beaumont, near me, just a month ago. Someone got a great deal. I, like you, have an older TK, thinking of going just 3 feet longer to a newer MB. RonB (it's all those cats! 3 now)I called them and took your advice and got on the list. Todd said about 6 months until a confirmation call and then another 6 mos or so to build it. 1 Likes
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #10 – November 27, 2018, 06:28:18 pm Quote from: tedeboy - November 27, 2018, 04:21:25 pmI called them and took your advice and got on the list. Todd said about 6 months until a confirmation call and then another 6 mos or so to build it.Congrats! Did you ask them to update their website?
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #11 – November 27, 2018, 07:56:31 pm Quote from: HiLola - November 27, 2018, 06:28:18 pmCongrats! Did you ask them to update their website? Come on they updated it already a few years ago. How many times do they have to........<smile>I'm thinking they will update it when they change the body style, paint or do a major update of some sort.
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #12 – November 28, 2018, 10:29:09 am Quote from: HiLola - November 27, 2018, 06:28:18 pmCongrats! Did you ask them to update their website? He said "soon".
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #13 – November 28, 2018, 11:36:48 am "Soon" in Lazy Daze land is subject to a broad range of timing possibilities! I would just add 2-3 thousand to the 2017 base price listings; if that turns out to be a high figure, great. If not, one is prepared for the boost. (And, I'd sure investigate the costs and the quality/technology of any factory-added options compared to aftermarket product selection and installation.) As ever, YMMV.
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #14 – November 28, 2018, 12:44:36 pm Quote from: Joan - November 28, 2018, 11:36:48 am "Soon" in Lazy Daze land is subject to a broad range of timing possibilities! I would just add 2-3 thousand to the 2017 base price listings; if that turns out to be a high figure, great. If not, one is prepared for the boost. (And, I'd sure investigate the costs and the quality/technology of any factory-added options compared to aftermarket product selection and installation.) As ever, YMMV.Base price for a new 27 MB is now $100,250.
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #15 – November 28, 2018, 02:05:13 pm Well, I better not buy a lottery ticket; I underestimated the base price increase by a good bit, eh? Thanks for posting that figure! 1 Likes
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #16 – November 28, 2018, 03:33:29 pm Pays to shop early. With knowingly little difference between the ‘15 and the ‘19 (six speed tranny aside), we’re up nearly $8,000 on our RB (depreciation notwithstanding).Time to go Christmas shopping with all the cash we’ve saved.Ho, Ho, Ho 🎅🏻Kent
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #17 – November 28, 2018, 07:00:47 pm Quote from: Kent Heckethorn - November 28, 2018, 03:33:29 pmPays to shop early. With knowingly little difference between the ‘15 and the ‘19 (six speed tranny aside), we’re up nearly $8,000 on our RB (depreciation notwithstanding).Time to go Christmas shopping with all the cash we’ve saved.Ho, Ho, Ho 🎅🏻KentI wish I could find a lightly used later model 27' MB.It seems peiple hang on to them. Can't blame them.
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #18 – November 29, 2018, 01:58:10 pm Quote from: Joan - November 28, 2018, 02:05:13 pmWell, I better not buy a lottery ticket; I underestimated the base price increase by a good bit, eh? Thanks for posting that figure!And add 10% for tax and license.
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #19 – November 29, 2018, 04:29:27 pm LDs cost what they cost, and the purchase price is just the *initial* outlay. 😉 With an RV and the associated life and travel styles, one will never lack opportunities to spend money. However, with an LD, the expenditures are more likely to involve add-ons, upgrades, and “fun stuff”, not cash bleed on re-building, repairing, and replacing “warts” on a new rig!YMMV, as ever. 9 Likes
Re: New vs Used when purchasing Reply #20 – November 30, 2018, 11:37:49 pm Quote from: tedeboy - November 28, 2018, 12:44:36 pmBase price for a new 27 MB is now $100,250.Must be those tariffs?
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