Bob & Mary
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I have used this forum in the past for some quick answers - hoping to be able to do so again. I have a buddy looking for a deal on a motor home. Found a 2007 Damon 355F Gas rig with 3000 miles. Asking price $65k.
This seems to book at low retail on NADA. Two questions.
1 - What realistic number makes this a "can't pass" deal?
2 - What is general reputation of this unit?
I have looked at motorhomes before but am more familiar with fivers. Any opinions would be appreciated. I know I am asking general questions here.
Thanks,
Bob
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CurtisG
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Seems to be a fair price for a 2007 model. Most Damon owners like their mh's. I personally would also look at other brands and compare quality such as Tiffin, Winnebago & Newmar.
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Finally
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Definitely keep looking. I'd take CurtisG's recommendation and that is to look at Tiffin, Winnebago, and Newmar.
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sch911
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The Damon is an excellent value. But you don't say what model it is? Daybreak, Challenger or ???
Hard to tell if it's a good deal or not....
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If it's a 355 I would venture to guess it's a Challenger. The Daybreaks have 4 digit model numbers for that year. I have had no issues with my 07 Daybreak aside from out of balance tires.
We went with the Damon for the floorplan and the money. If I had more $$ to spend I probably would have gone with the Winnebago/Itasca. The best I could was 12k more than the Damon (at the time). No regrets at all. The other brands mentioned are very fine units, but if you don't have the extra $$ to spend I believe the Damon is a good value for the money.
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BIKERK9
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This Damon 2007 Brochure is of a Challenger and includes Model 355.
Sure you'll find it interesting.
My preference is the Workhorse Chassis - greater GVWR than the Ford and has
a shorter dog house.
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Bob & Mary
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Thanks - useful info. It is the Challenger.
Bob
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