End cap damage....should I consider purchasing?

[7lazy77]

I am looking at upgrading into a toy hauler. I (like most) try to look for the best deal out there. I came across a 2013 Fuzion 342 that we really like & I can purchase it for $35,000. The problem is that there is some damage to the front end cap (bottom of driver's side above 5th wheel hitch) that I was told happened about a month ago. The guy selling is active duty & said that due to his military commitments, he doesn't have the time to use anymore. I am attaching a close-up picture of the crack.
http://www.keystoneforums.com/attach...4c772967f4.jpg



The question I have is, would you consider this camper at this price for the relative minor repair?? Should I be worried about the moisture that could of "possibly" entered the crack?? Looking at the angle of the crack, it doesn't appear that it would of taken in much? Any comments/suggestions are greatly appreciated.

[bsmith0404]

I would want to know what the repair would cost and if there is any water damage. That would require taking it to repair shop or have one come to you for an estimate. Typically there isn't a high demand for $35,000 RVs so the seller shouldn't have too much of an issue taking it for an estimate at a shop of your choosing if it means he may have a possible sale. If you can't get that done, I'd walk away. You'd be surprised how expensive RV repairs can be for something that "looks" minor.

[GaryWT]

If I was spending $35k on a camper I would want it to be perfect. Once you find out how much it is to fix, offer the lower price and see what happens.

[hankaye]

7lazy77, Howdy;

Welcome to the forum. You've not stated where you are and there can be
regional variances in price. That said, I did a quick google looky-see. Found;
http://www.rv007.com/2013-keystone-f...ler-va-i732427
Appears that the seller is asking a bit more than 1/2 of the adds list. So, ...
if you think that the savings are worth it ... it's still your choice and I would
definitely check on the damage by having a certified RV tech. give it a good
look over. No telling if there is internal structural damage.

hankaye