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Re: 1989 DD 11.5K! Florida

Reply #100
Sorry, thought I had posted the last one earlier. Still, it's the asking price and the later 8.2s cured most of the earlier problems.

Pierce
Pierce and Gaylie Stewart
'93 U300/36 WTBI
Detroit 6V-92TA Jake
1140 watts on the roof
SBFD (ret)

Re: 9326 Needs a new home. $2500 dodge gasser

Reply #101
Yes those were good old coaches
"Riding and rejoicing"
Bob
1997 U320 40' Mid entry, build 5132,  wtbi ce27, 4th owner
2007 Solara convertible
2 prodeco tech outlaw ss electric bikes

1095 watts solar
08 Ls 460 and a sc430
2000 Ford F-250 superduty 4x4

Re: 9326 Needs a new home. $2500 dodge gasser

Reply #102
Just spoke with the owner the picture is of a diesel, his is under a tree so he found a picture that looked similar to his coach. He is going to get an actual picture of the coach on the ad later. It has painted wheels and some interesting suspension additions that were done by the university.
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: $600 1992 Diesel... not likely

Reply #103
I guess taking the pictures in the dark worked,will try that next time I sell something!!!!
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

Re: 9326 Needs a new home. $2500 dodge gasser

Reply #104
Just spoke with the owner the picture is of a diesel, his is under a tree so he found a picture that looked similar to his coach. He is going to get an actual picture of the coach on the ad later. It has painted wheels and some interesting suspension additions that were done by the university.

I consider that false advertising........ he should have noted that fact in his ad.  Buyer beware.
Justin & Cathy Byrd
1995 U280 "Old Faithful"
36' Build #4673
C8.3 Cummins
Allison MD3060R 6 speed - retarder
Powertech 10KW  4cyl Kubota

Re: 9326 Needs a new home. $2500 dodge gasser

Reply #105
When you talk to him you would know he is not trying to deceive anyone. He just can't get a good picture of the outside without moving it somewhere else for the photo. He will send additional pictures to anyone who asks for them. The add does say it is not a diesel. The main reason for selling is he needs the 35' of room and isn't using the coach. The title of the ad states M-600 which is a Dodge chassis.
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: $600 1992 Diesel... not likely

Reply #106
Yeah, I was a day late on that one. Even at 6 large it was probably a good deal. Worth driving out to Colorado for a look anyways...

1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #107
1986 38' Grand Villa for sale on craigslist in Washington, Fox Island which is just west of Tacoma and it looks as though there is one bridge on and off the island. You would have to cross the Tacoma Narrows Bridge (Toll) to get to the other bridge. Asking price is $28,000 and it looks to be in nice shape with around 70K miles on the odometer. It looks to have been kept in doors from the condition but it could just be after detailing too. If it has been kept up as the looks would imply then it would probably be worth the $$$$$. They have just bought a Prevost to replace it.

Foretravel GrandVilla 38' Diesel Pusher - rvs - by owner - vehicle automotive...

If it is a full repaint and says new pilots seats, tires are 2016 so for someone it might be a great coach. Surprised it did not show up here for sale at that price but some owners don't know about the ForeForum site. It might be worth a call! Just posted 5 hours ago.

John
John Smith
1994 U280 36' John, Pauline, & Marley Cat
2010 Ford Fusion

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #108
I looted at it.. it expires every 2 weeks.

They replaced carpet, some fixtures, the pics are from when he bought it I think. It has spent a couple winters in arizona. They are selling it because some of the places they want to stay say it's too old. 10 yr limit.

He also has a Mercedes unimog for sale. Same price.
Paul
'92 U300 SBID 40'  #3968 "Large Marge"
Detroit Diesel 6v92TA & Allison HT746
'09 Mini Clubman w/ manual 6spd @ 39 mpg

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #109
Also, I saw no phone number to call so I guess you have to take your chances on responding to the ad through craigslist.
John Smith
1994 U280 36' John, Pauline, & Marley Cat
2010 Ford Fusion

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #110
I have his number. I called, then texted eta. It's actually at his shop in Gig Harbor but that still requires the bridge from Tacoma. Lawnmower repair. And when he open the bay door, his friends motorcycle was leaning the wrong way.

He doesn't do texts.. so I guess he removed the number. They are trying to get paid for the interior upgrades.. the carpet was brown. Now it's white-ish. I passed.
Paul
'92 U300 SBID 40'  #3968 "Large Marge"
Detroit Diesel 6v92TA & Allison HT746
'09 Mini Clubman w/ manual 6spd @ 39 mpg

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #111
I looted at it.. it expires every 2 weeks.

They replaced carpet, some fixtures, the pics are from when he bought it I think. It has spent a couple winters in arizona. They are selling it because some of the places they want to stay say it's too old. 10 yr limit.

He also has a Mercedes unimog for sale. Same price.


Have you seen this in person? I have a buddy near Mount Vernon WA who might be interested.  What did you think of it?  Do you know how long they have been trying to sell it?  Do you have contact information for the seller? (not much info in the CL list). 

Thanks,
Dan - Full timing since 2009
2003 U320 40' Tag 2 slide

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #112
(253) 405-0240
His name is Bob.
Paul
'92 U300 SBID 40'  #3968 "Large Marge"
Detroit Diesel 6v92TA & Allison HT746
'09 Mini Clubman w/ manual 6spd @ 39 mpg

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #113
I will be in Gig Harbor again after 8/17, have home their if it helps to have me look at it.
Bridge toll is total of $5 both ways.
Tim Fiedler    2025 LTV Unity MBL on Order
2000 Chevy Tracker 2 Door Convertible 4WD Now lifted 4.5"
1985 Citroen 2CV6 Charleston
Murphy Rebel on wheels with 175HP Titan
Cessna P337
1980 48' Westport MY (!/4 Share)

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #114
Think Bob needs to cut the price in half.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #115
I think it's a little pricey, as well. Usual crappy CL ad. I know that area, there is a little tiny ferry boat that services Fox Island and with a coach that long, the tides are going to be important to load and unload!
1993 U-240 "La Villa Grande"..CAT 3116 w/ Pacbrake PRXB...Allison 3060 6-speed..
Previous: 1983 Airstream 310 turbo diesel, 1979 Airstream 280 turbo diesel
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Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #116
One thing he didn't tell me until I saw it... the odometer quit working on the way back from Arizona last spring.
Paul
'92 U300 SBID 40'  #3968 "Large Marge"
Detroit Diesel 6v92TA & Allison HT746
'09 Mini Clubman w/ manual 6spd @ 39 mpg

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #117
Me being a dumbass, I would make payment contingent on delivery on shore, not island.
Nitehawk,  Demolition Lady, & our NEW master, Zippy the speeding BB cat.
1989 Grand Villa 36' ORED
Oshkosh chassis, 8.2 DD V8
2006 Saturn Vue AWD

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #118
Is it in Gig Harbor or Fox Island? Thought there was a bridge to fox island
Tim Fiedler    2025 LTV Unity MBL on Order
2000 Chevy Tracker 2 Door Convertible 4WD Now lifted 4.5"
1985 Citroen 2CV6 Charleston
Murphy Rebel on wheels with 175HP Titan
Cessna P337
1980 48' Westport MY (!/4 Share)

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #119
It's in gig harbor.
Paul
'92 U300 SBID 40'  #3968 "Large Marge"
Detroit Diesel 6v92TA & Allison HT746
'09 Mini Clubman w/ manual 6spd @ 39 mpg

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #120
Sounds expensive but I live in Gig Harbor, happy to look at and drive if anyone interested. Gig Harbor higher end average income and older age demographic so might be well cared for and owner just aging out
Tim Fiedler    2025 LTV Unity MBL on Order
2000 Chevy Tracker 2 Door Convertible 4WD Now lifted 4.5"
1985 Citroen 2CV6 Charleston
Murphy Rebel on wheels with 175HP Titan
Cessna P337
1980 48' Westport MY (!/4 Share)

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #121
Sounds expensive but I live in Gig Harbor, happy to look at and drive if anyone interested. Gig Harbor higher end average income and older age demographic so might be well cared for and owner just aging out


My friend who is looking for a coach is currently traveling overseas.  When he gets back I'll see if he has interest in this coach.  If he does, your experienced eye would be a great help.
Dan - Full timing since 2009
2003 U320 40' Tag 2 slide

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #122
Bob is hoping to sell the coach before they head back to Arizona in November... I suspect knowing that going in, you can play the time pressure and negotiate as fall progresses...
Paul
'92 U300 SBID 40'  #3968 "Large Marge"
Detroit Diesel 6v92TA & Allison HT746
'09 Mini Clubman w/ manual 6spd @ 39 mpg

Re: 1986 38' Grand Villa for sale at $28,000

Reply #123
Sounds like a lot of money for a coach of that vintage. It would have to be in amazing condition upstairs and down for that price.
1993 U300 40ft GV SE
Build # 4344

Non-member-owned coaches for sale topic

Reply #124
This one looks nice and it sounds like the seller is under-selling on craigslist. 77k diesel pusher..

That's not a lot of miles and San Antonio is a great place to buy a used coach.. Ready, set, sold! Posted a day ago.

1998 40ft Foretravel U320 - rvs - by owner - vehicle automotive sale
Paul
'92 U300 SBID 40'  #3968 "Large Marge"
Detroit Diesel 6v92TA & Allison HT746
'09 Mini Clubman w/ manual 6spd @ 39 mpg