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fred - 18 Apr 2005 23:41 GMT

I just posted this in another newsgroup and was redirected to you guys :)

hi, I'm just starting to get into pop up camping and I'd like a little bit
of help from those of you who have been doing this for many years.

here's my question.

do you think that $1,500 is a good price for a 1993 Coleman Roanoke
tent trailer which is supposedly in very good condition with no tears/rips
including the sink with hookups and a stove.

from doing research on the internet it seems that these RV's do not really
go by year but rather by condition.

Earlier today I let a 1998 Jayco get out of my hands and that sold for 2000
( I believe the seller just wanted to get rid of it, it was in very good
condition)

I do not want to let this Coleman go as well.

If anyone can give me some insight I'd greatly appreciate it.

Thank you.

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Brian V - 18 Apr 2005 23:54 GMT

>I just posted this in another newsgroup and was redirected to you guys :)
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> Thank you.

Not knowing any of your options:
Low Retail Average Retail
Base Price

$1,020 $1,230

TOTAL PRICE $1,020 $1,230

www.nadaguides.com

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fred - 23 Apr 2005 00:41 GMT

thank you :)

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Mark Filice - 19 Apr 2005 00:19 GMT

>I just posted this in another newsgroup and was redirected to you guys :)
>
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>tent trailer which is supposedly in very good condition with no tears/rips
>including the sink with hookups and a stove.

www.nadaguides.com lists a 1993 Coleman Roanoke valued between $1,000 and $1,200
for a stripped model (no options). I would suggest looking at the site and
plugging in the options to see what it comes out at.

Mark Filice
2004 Homestead Settler 255RS
1999 Chevrolet Suburban 2500

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fred - 23 Apr 2005 00:41 GMT

Thank you

>>I just posted this in another newsgroup and was redirected to you guys :)
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> 2004 Homestead Settler 255RS
> 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 2500

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Jim Redelfs - 19 Apr 2005 13:27 GMT

> do you think that $1,500 is a good price for a 1993 Coleman Roanoke
> tent trailer which is supposedly in very good condition with no tears/rips
> including the sink with hookups and a stove.

Based on the prices quoted from NADA by the other posters, that price seems
about right, if a bit high.

> I do not want to let this Coleman go as well.

Don't be in a big hurry to buy. Spring is the best time to SELL and fall is
the best time to BUY.

Particularly with 12-year-old RVs, the biggest issue is water damage,
something that is usually VERY hard to see.

Before buying ANY used RV, have the seller demonstrate EVERY system. In the
case of a popup camper, have them open and close it completely in addition to
demonstrating that all systems operate and the water system doesn't leak.

Open ALL the cabinets and inspect the rear corners. Look for water damage.
Walk all over the floor, feeling for soft or "mushy" spots underfoot. If you
find water damage, particularly a soft spot in the floor, you would do well to
NOT buy that particular unit.

Another important factor frequently overlooked by first time buyers is their
tow vehicle capacity. Make sure you have PLENTY of towing capacity for the
trailer you plan to pull.

Good luck!
:)
JR

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2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
Vortec 8100 - Allison 1000

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fred - 19 Apr 2005 14:19 GMT

thank you very much for your tips, I'll keep them in mind when I go to see
the camper.

> Based on the prices quoted from NADA by the other posters, that price
> seems
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> :)
> JR

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