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Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Sat May 26, 2012 10:57 am
by retiredhappy
As you saw from my other posting I bought my new-to-me rig. I bought it sight unseen with pictures posted on line. bought from Vantastic vans in Albuquerque New Mexico. A large part of their business is done out of state and they posted pictures of every little rock chip and carpet stain on their website. I'm paying to have them deliver it to me in Kerrville (actually about the same as if I went up there to get it) and if I'm not pleased I can refuse to accept it which relieved my mind. Yesterday the salesman, Wilson, did a phone walk-around with me where he described and counted, every little rock chip, scrape, etc and gave the size. When they deliver it to me (on Thursday) they will do a orientation with me to explain how everything works (I already have the manual downloaded and have read it cover to cover). I really thought long and hard about buying sight unseen but decided that I could buy a used rig locally where I had seen it and something could still go wrong in a week or two anyway. there are no guarantees on a used rig that the frig or water heater or ????? won't go out whether or not you've seen it in person. I have to say that so far it has been a pleasure doing business with this outfit (
www.vantasticvans.com) and particularly Wilson. I'll let you know if any problems develop after delivery.
Re: Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Sat May 26, 2012 11:06 am
by Dawn309
Karen, as soon as you get your rig on Thursday, please let us know how it goes. Be sure and post pics. Cannot wait to see it. I am really happy for you!
Re: Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Sun May 27, 2012 2:51 pm
by cpatinjones
Happy to hear this.
Re: Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Sun May 27, 2012 4:11 pm
by Echo
Hot diggity dog!!!
Dang, after you get the Roadtek the very first thing you have to do is post pictures!!! We are all sitting on the edges of our seats waiting....
Re: Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Mon May 28, 2012 5:11 am
by Irmi
Karen, I am so happy for you! I'm looking forward to seeing the pictures!
Re: Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Mon May 28, 2012 8:44 am
by Christine
congrats on your new rig!! Cant wait to see pics... its always good to buy local so if any problems come up you dont have far to go...
Most places will do a work up to see that all things are in working order... but as you said 'used' doenst guarentee' anything.. but hope all will be in great working order for you....
Re: Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Mon May 28, 2012 1:59 pm
by Colliemom
Congrats Karen. I know you will be happy and wish you many miles and memories.
Re: Bought sight unseen
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Mon May 28, 2012 2:36 pm
by OutandAbout
Congrats Karen. Wishing you many happy adventures in your "new" rig. Linda
Re: Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Mon May 28, 2012 3:14 pm
by oregonrambler1
Karen, can't wait to hear about your delivery experiences because I just recommmended "Wilson" to a fellow RV'ing Women member who just sold her house, retired from teaching and is looking for a Cls B RV. Your report so far is quite positive. Hoping all lives up to your expectations.
Re: Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Wed May 30, 2012 12:55 am
by JanetA
congrats, Karen!
can't wait to see the pics!!!
Janet
Re: Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Thu May 31, 2012 8:18 am
by Nasoosie
What an exciting venture this is, Karen! I can't wait to see how you like your new rig, and can't wait to see pics of it! YAY for you!
Re: Bought sight unseen
Posted:
Thu May 31, 2012 8:27 am
by Sandersmr
Today is delivery day, isn't it? That must be exciting. I hope that it's everything you want!