This article is going to be about some of the best older Class A motorhomes ever made. And specifically, gas-powerered RVs.

Many people agree that Class A RVs are really great for touring the country. They are a great choice for traveling in style and comfort.

But quality new diesel pushers? Well, they’re going to start around $300,000 and go way up from there.

But even quality new gas-powered Class A motorhomes can start around $200,000 these days.

And that’s a lot of money to commit to the RV lifestyle. Especially if you’re just starting out!

So the question is, how can you lower that initial cost of buying a Class A motorhome? And still get quality when you buy?

Table of Contents

• Older Class A Motorhomes Can Be A Great Purchase
• The First Brand You Should Consider
• Older Class A Motorhomes – #2 On My list
• My #3 Choice For An Older Class A RV
• Older Class A Motorhomes – Choice #4
• What's More Important Than The Brand Name Of The RV?
• A Guide To Helping You Buy A Good Motorhome
• Something You Must Do When Buying Older Class A Motorhomes
• A Word Of Advice About These Older RVs
• Conclusion

Older Class A Motorhomes Can Be A Great Purchase

One way is to consider buying an older gas-powered Class A RV. And that is exactly what this article is going to be about.

I’m going to discuss gas-powered motorhomes that are at least 15 years old. So why would we go back that far?

Well that’s because many people who’ve been around in the industry for a while know something others don’t.

And that is that the years 2000 to 2007 was the “Golden Age” of Class A RVs.

There were lots of great RV companies back in those years that were building plenty of great products.

But along came 2008, and it changed everything! Because if you’ll remember, that’s when the economic downturn took place in the US.

And when it did, it took some very good RV brands down with it at the same time.

Honestly, the whole industry has never really fully recovered from that experience. And certainly not in terms of build quality.

So if your RV budget doesn’t allow for buying a new class A RV these days, then consider getting an older high quality Class A brand.

One of the better ones from those years. And I’m going to go over some of the brands that I feel you really should consider now.

But first, these are in no particular order. So keep that in mind as I cover each brand.

The First Brand You Should Consider

And first on the list is Newmar! Now if you’ve watched my YouTube channel for any length of time, you know that I’m a big fan of Newmar.

That’s because they have been a quality leader in Class A RVs for decades now.

So if you go back to the years 2000 – 2007, you’re going to find models like the Newmar Mountain Aire. Also, the Kountry Star.

And on the economy side, the Scottsdale. However, believe it or not, even some Dutch Stars were gas powered Class As back then.

And any one of these would be a very good choice for older Class A motorhomes.

So if you look on RV Trader, you’ll find that there are several of these models available across the country even now.

And the cost right now runs somewhere between $25,000 to $50,000 these days.

Older Class A Motorhomes – #2 On My list

OK, let’s go on to the second brand that I wanted to share with you in this article. And that’s Tiffin!

Once again, if you have followed my content for a while, you know that in the Class A category Tiffin is often rated right up there with Newmar.

In fact, they’ve been in a battle with Newmar for the best build quality for many decades. So Tiffin’s quality is very good.

And if we go back to 2000 – 2007, you’ll find models like the Allegro. Also, the Allegro Bay and the Allegro Open Road.

And any of those models would be a great choice for a gas-powered Class A motorhome.

Once again, there’s several available on RV Trader these days too. And the cost is going to be similar to Newmar, right around $25,000 to $50,000.

My #3 Choice For An Older Class A RV

Now the third brand that I wanted to mention here is Holiday Rambler. And of course, you don’t hear much about them from me these days.

That’s because they were owned by Monaco back in those years. And when 2008 came around, they disappeared along with Monaco.

But the good news is that REV Group resurrected the brand and has brought it back again.

However what we’re focusing on is those years between 2000 and 2007 for now.

So look for these models – the Vacationer, and the Admiral. Either one of those would be a good choice.

And on RV Trader there’s several available across the country even now. The cost is somewhere between $20,000 – $35,000 these days.

Older Class A Motorhomes – Choice #4

OK, last on the list that I wanted to share with you today is a brand that I hardly ever mention. And that’s Georgie Boy.

Once again, Georgie Boy did not survive the downturn either. But they were bought by Forest River at one point.

However, eventually the brand just went extinct. But back in those years they made some great gas-powered Class A RVs.

So look for the Georgie Boy Pursuit, Cruise Master and the Landau. Any of those models are a great choice.

And the good news is that RV Trader has several of them available across the country now. And the cost usually runs between $20,000 – $40,000.

What’s More Important Than The Brand Name Of The RV?

Alright then, those are some of the brands that I think you really should consider if you’re willing to go back that far in the Class A RV category.

Of course, there are others that are worth considering as well. But I think these will give you a pretty good start in your search.

But now, here’s an important point to keep in mind. And that is, the brand is important to consider for sure, but something is even more important.

Especially when looking at motorhomes of that age. And that is, how well has that RV been made maintained by its owners over the years?

A Guide To Helping You Buy A Good Motorhome

This is super important when buying an older RV. So I’ve created a guidebook to help folks buy used RVs the right way.

And this guidebook will help you first of all find good RVs. And it will also help you find the right price for them.

But it will also show you how to pre-inspect RVs on your own and make sure that the RV you’re looking at is worthy of consideration for purchase.

So if you think the guidebook can be helpful for you, then go ahead and download it right away.

And when you do, you get my personal assistance in the buying process too.

Something You Must Do When Buying Older Class A Motorhomes

Now here’s the second point I want to make that goes right along with the guidebook.

And that is, always get any RV inspected by a certified RV inspector before buying it.

And this is doubly important with RVs that are older like those made between 2000 – 2007.

That way you can find out all the issues and problems that are there before you buy the RV. And that’s absolutely critical in the buying process!

So the use of my guidebook along with an RV inspection will help you have a good and pleasant buying experience.

A Word Of Advice About These Older RVs

But here’s one final thing that I want to mention. And that is, older RVs are going to tend to need more repairs and upkeep.

It’s just a fact! Because they are older, and so some of the components and items are going to be wearing out and need to be replaced.

So it’s best then if you will try to learn how to maintain and repair your RV on your own.

Because if you do, you’re going to save a ton of money over taking it to an RV repair facility. Or calling in mobile RV techs to do it for you.

So here’s a recommendation that I have to help you learn how to maintain and repair your RV.

I’m going to recommend a website called RVTechcourse.com because it allows for RV owner online training. And the training is very good!

So I highly recommend that you take the training and learn as much as you can.

That way you can be ready for whatever may come up as your RV needs to be repaired.

Conclusion

Well, buying older Class A motorhomes is definitely doable for the average buyer.

And it’s something that should be considered if budget is a priority to you as a buyer.

So if you follow the guidance that I’ve given you, it can help you save an awful lot of money.

Money that you can then use for RVing itself, and making lasting happy memories.

Have safe and happy RV travels!