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04-22-2018, 07:40 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Still Looking
State: Florida
Posts: 5
THOR #11385
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Riding the fence on this purchase
Hello everyone, We are new to Thor Motorhomes, and could use some input on purchasing a beautiful 2012 Thor Ace 29.1 with 12,000 miles on it, for $49,900.00. It has one small slide in the living room behind the driver. The dealership has good reviews and a very good reputation. The dealership tells us that the RV will not leave the lot until everything is tested and in working order. There is also an option to buy a warranty. The motorhome is beautiful. Normally, the dealership sells, higher end motorhomes, but took this one in as a trade. My issue is, the negative reviews, regrets and online youtube videos regarding Thor. It scares us. We have a small 2005 BT Cruiser that were using now, and it's been no trouble, because there is so little to it. But its old, and too small and has to go. Any wisdom from Thor owners would be appreciated. We don't want to make a mistake buy passing it up, or buy purchasing it either. Thank you so very much.
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04-22-2018, 07:50 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini 23TR
State: California
Posts: 981
THOR #6701
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No one can give you a meaningful answer as to buying any MH. What I can tell you is if I had it to do all over again I would buy mine again inspite of a few issues. It is a good fit for our needs. Sounds to me like a fare deal. If possible contact previous owner.
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04-22-2018, 07:54 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Still Looking
State: Florida
Posts: 5
THOR #11385
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Thank you Mountainsam
I'm glad to hear that you would do it all again. That's a good sign..
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04-22-2018, 08:26 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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It always seems like such a gamble... 
But the rewards always end up out-weighing the risks! 
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04-22-2018, 08:58 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Still Looking
State: Florida
Posts: 5
THOR #11385
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Thank you Bob Denman
Very true. the good always seems to outweigh the bad. RVing is a blast.
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04-22-2018, 09:10 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: SOB 2014 Meridian 36M
State: Washington
Posts: 981
THOR #7205
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MarknKathy
Hello everyone, We are new to Thor Motorhomes, and could use some input on purchasing a beautiful 2012 Thor Ace 29.1 with 12,000 miles on it, for $49,900.00. It has one small slide in the living room behind the driver. The dealership has good reviews and a very good reputation. The dealership tells us that the RV will not leave the lot until everything is tested and in working order. There is also an option to buy a warranty. The motorhome is beautiful. Normally, the dealership sells, higher end motorhomes, but took this one in as a trade. My issue is, the negative reviews, regrets and online youtube videos regarding Thor. It scares us. We have a small 2005 BT Cruiser that were using now, and it's been no trouble, because there is so little to it. But its old, and too small and has to go. Any wisdom from Thor owners would be appreciated. We don't want to make a mistake buy passing it up, or buy purchasing it either. Thank you so very much.
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Being a used MH it should have any/most all bugs worked out of it. Ask about the roof, maybe it has been done. Go on top and look at the roof seams/joints. It seems Thor (maybe others) like to skimp on the caulking. We just had ALL caulking re-done on our 2016 Quantum, roof & sides. We love our coach and bought it used.
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Wenatchee, WA
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04-22-2018, 09:26 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Still Looking
State: Florida
Posts: 5
THOR #11385
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Thank you 99 Dart
We will absolutely check the roof for those things. Thank you so vey much for your input and experience with your Thor.
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04-22-2018, 09:53 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: ACE 30.4
State: Illinois
Posts: 16
THOR #11225
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We have a 2017 ACE 30.4 and had some issues but would buy it again in a heart beat
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04-22-2018, 09:59 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Airbronco
We have a 2017 ACE 30.4 and had some issues but would buy it again in a heart beat
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Welcome to our little piece of the Forest! 
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Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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04-22-2018, 10:15 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Oregon
Posts: 911
THOR #2271
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My 2˘...
I would never buy a used vehicle (auto or RV) without having a qualified mechanic survey the vehicle. Spending a couple hundred now can save you a lot more later on.
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04-22-2018, 10:21 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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There has just GOT to be someone out there providing motorhome inspection services... 
For how complicated these critters are, and what they cost: it'd be worth paying someone to inspect both the Coach and Chassis systems, and give a "thumbs-up", or a "No-Go"! on the purchase...
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Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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04-22-2018, 10:28 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Challenger 37TB
State: Kentucky
Posts: 1,032
THOR #1020
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Cannot speak to the deal you're looking at but to the question about Thor - absolutely. We've put 41,500 miles on our Challenger in 36 months - love it. Problems - yep. Solutions - yep. Thor has been great to work with and our coach $ for $ - SUPER!!
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04-22-2018, 10:36 PM
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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I wouldn't worry about what you read on the internet, if you search enough you'll find bad stuff on just about everything (especially RV's--in fact you'll find bad stuff on every RV manufacturer).
Sounds like you found a really good dealer, might be worth it just to deal with them.
I'm also in agreement with everyone else here: All my dealings with Thor have been pleasant and whatever issues I contacted them about were resolved to my satisfaction.
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04-22-2018, 11:03 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 34F
State: Oklahoma
Posts: 628
THOR #8432
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Quote:
Originally Posted by gbrown
My 2˘...
I would never buy a used vehicle (auto or RV) without having a qualified mechanic survey the vehicle. Spending a couple hundred now can save you a lot more later on.
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Yeah, I agree. Might be good to make sure the mechanic knows about the particular RV brand and how they work. We've had three different brands and they all have different ways of doing things. Might also I-phone everything when you check it out. Oh yeah, prolly got to buy all that extra gear to make your camping easier too. Long list.
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04-22-2018, 11:21 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: SOB 2014 Meridian 36M
State: Washington
Posts: 981
THOR #7205
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Denman
There has just GOT to be someone out there providing motorhome inspection services...
For how complicated these critters are, and what they cost: it'd be worth paying someone to inspect both the Coach and Chassis systems, and give a "thumbs-up", or a "No-Go"! on the purchase... |
When we purchased our unit used, we googled MH/RV inspectors and came up with 2-3 in the S.C. area. Even though the coach only had 1400 miles on it, we knew it was the thing to do. We ended up going with a private RV shop just 5 miles from the owners home. It was $150 for the inspection.
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Wenatchee, WA
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04-22-2018, 11:46 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Citation 24SR
State: Kansas
Posts: 32
THOR #9869
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Have you given any thought at purchasing an extended warranty?
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04-23-2018, 12:59 AM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Ace 2015 30.1
State: Texas
Posts: 44
THOR #8978
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We just traded our 2015 ace for diesel pusher. No problems or issues with Ace Just out grew it. Had full warranty on it an bought for the DP. Myself wouldnt be without ‘good’ warranty.
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04-23-2018, 04:42 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Still Looking
State: Florida
Posts: 5
THOR #11385
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Letting it pass
Hello everyone, thank you so much for you wisdom and input. We can't thank you enough. Unfortunately, we've decided to keep looking for another Motorhome, and we'e going to let this one pass right now. We may regret it, it is beautiful. Thank you so much for your help
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04-23-2018, 10:19 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Four Winds 22E
State: Illinois
Posts: 117
THOR #10965
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When it is right, you will know! 
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04-23-2018, 10:45 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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I agree... Happy Shopping!
Please let us know how this all turns out!
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Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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