eric@babin.com Report post Posted July 14, 2020 Some friends of mine have a 2004 Winnebago Vectra (40' Class A) that is in bad shape and they'd like to trade it in. Although it runs, it does have a bad engine oil leak which will require total engine replacement according to mechanics. The coach also needs roof repair, leveler repair, dash lights are out, and A/C is struggling.... yes, it's in bad shape. Is there someone / or some business that buys RVs for parts? Or would allow a trade in of this RV for a newer model? What do you do with an old dying RV? Is there any way to get at least a little value out of it? The RV is located in Texas near Austin, and is drivable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted July 14, 2020 Have your friend call Colaws Salvage in Carthage, MO. They purchase all types of totaled RVs. 417-548-2125 Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric@babin.com Report post Posted July 14, 2020 48 minutes ago, hermanmullins said: Have your friend call Colaws Salvage in Carthage, MO. They purchase all types of totaled RVs. 417-548-2125 Herman Will do... thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhartjim Report post Posted July 14, 2020 Call PPL in New Braunfels and get their opinion. Everything has some value. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted July 14, 2020 2 hours ago, ERIC@BABIN.COM said: Although it runs, it does have a bad engine oil leak which will require total engine replacement according to mechanics. The coach also needs roof repair, leveler repair, dash lights are out, and A/C is struggling.... yes, it's in bad shape. I think Jim has a good idea. I also think they need a real mecanic. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted July 15, 2020 Where on the engine is the oil coming from? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lanierrv Report post Posted July 17, 2020 There are steps that you need to look at. 1. find out what it is worth NADA RV com. 2. find a RV machinic that will go through the RV and let you know what the worst things are and what it cost to repair. To buy a new motorhome $$ the money you would pay to drive new may be a lot more than it would be to repair what you have. If you are set on up grading do your homework. Once you know what yours is worth then you will know how to make a deal on a new or newer motorhome get what you need!!! and then look at what you want. After some home work done on your part you will be able to make a better educated and sensible decision on your part. As long as they are happy with what they buy or rebuild, in the end it is up to them and what they want. Happy Roads Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted July 17, 2020 Welcome to the forum lanierrv. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
