mileage June 06, 2018, 12:56:35 am Hi everyone-looking for peoples' opinion on this, as I really have no idea: do you think that 156,000 miles on a 2000 LD is too much-what will fail first at this mileage, and what will it cost to fix? Thank you, Rita
Re: mileage Reply #1 – June 06, 2018, 01:37:54 am These are well-constructed coaches on reliable chassis/drivetrains. But, at that mileage, the only way to determine condition is with a thorough and expert inspection of both. If the LD was driven carefully, has not towed, and religiously maintained, and all potential coach wear-and-tear issues addressed before becoming problems, then this one could top 200k. But these are big 'ifs'.Steve 1 Likes
Re: mileage Reply #2 – June 06, 2018, 04:15:48 am Hi Rita. Those questions are pretty much unanswerable. At 18 years old, and 156k miles, almost anything can happen. The expectation is that some thing, and indeed, many things, will need fixing. But that is the nature of the beast. You just need to get some great experiences under your belt, keep in touch with our group, and see the sights. RonB 1 Likes
Re: mileage Reply #3 – June 06, 2018, 09:38:57 am At 156,000 miles and 18 years old, expect all things to fail. I would expect the transmission to fail soon if it has not already been rebuilt or replaced. Tires should be less than 6 years old based on the tire date code. Starting batteries last about 5 years.Visible water damage in the coach should be a clue to run away. Repainted interior may be hiding water damage. Most appliances are replaceable and most of the truck parts are repairable, but a moderately water damaged coach is nearly impossible to repair cost effectively. As far as judging the trade offs, many use net worth. On older motorhomes I use cost of repair vs. the replacement cost. Insurance companies use the latter for damage claims. 1 Likes
Re: mileage Reply #4 – June 06, 2018, 10:03:12 am I agree that Rita's questions on this particular rig are not "answerable"; there are simply too many variables and unknowns. And, if I recall her original post, she intends to fulltime in whatever rig she gets; since the rig will be one's home, it would seem prudent to be very selective in making the choice. Post-purchase expenditures for repairs and upgrades on whatever one buys are inevitable, certainly, but potentially having to lay out several thousand dollars just to get a rig road-worthy is a real fun killer. As Steve suggested, having thorough, professional inspections done on the chassis and "box" - engine, systems, components, appliances, and all the rest - is the critical first step in evaluating a rig's condition.Don't buy a "pig in a poke". 1 Likes
Re: mileage Reply #5 – June 06, 2018, 11:02:45 am Quote from: Rimagibb - June 06, 2018, 12:56:35 amHi everyone-looking for peoples' opinion on this, as I really have no idea: do you think that 156,000 miles on a 2000 LD is too much-what will fail first at this mileage, and what will it cost to fix? Thank you, RitaIf you are an experienced mechanic or have a lot of money in reserve, go for it.No one can give you good advice other than having it inspected bumper to bumper.At 159K, any LD could be totally worn out or in good shape, if it had a very conscientious previous owner (I wouldn't count on it). It has a lot of miles on it.If all original, expect the transmission ($4000-6000 ) and possibly the rear axle ($3000) to need work in the near future.If the engine fails, figure $5000-8000 for replacement.Other factors, such as poor brakes, tires, driveshafts, suspension, steering and batteries, can add thousands to the repair bill.Understand that RVs are much more expensive to work on than cars and even harder to find mechanics who will touch them. It's not a lifestyle for the financially unprepared.Larry 1 Likes
Re: mileage Reply #6 – June 08, 2018, 05:15:52 pm I agree with Larry. At 220k miles I have a reserve fund and young enough to do my own work. I had to replace just about everything on the suspension, lots of tune up work and some other coach work. For me the price was right. 1 Likes
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