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01-17-2010, 05:02 PM
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1 Rivet Member
Currently Looking...
Hawthorne
, New York
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 17
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Knowledge is power
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Originally Posted by AZ-JH
Yeah. Why do people ask inappropriate questions? IMO, it is rude to talk about money, whether it is about finances, income or costs of big ticket items.
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Not owning my AS yet, I have been trying to keep up to speed on the sales to get an idea of what things are worth. For people like me, asking what an AS is worth or cost is just to have an idea of what I should be paying. There are a lot of sites on the internet that help you know what you should be paying for a car (kbb, edmunds, etc.) but that's not the case with AS. Ultimately I just want to know that I am getting a fair deal.
I could see that answering this question in a campground may be awkward and may open yourself to theft or judgment but answering online to let a newbie know what to pay is just helping out as far as I am concerned.
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01-17-2010, 05:10 PM
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#22
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4 Rivet Member
1964 22' Safari
Eagle River
, Alaska
Join Date: Dec 2005
Posts: 251
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How much was it new in 1964? $5780.00
How much did I pay for it 40 years later in 2004? $4000.00
How much do I have into it 5 years later? $8000.00
How much left to do? More than I have to spend.
How much is it worth to MY family? Priceless!
I also have $40k into a nice $20K antique car.
Cost is relative.
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01-17-2010, 05:18 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2004
Posts: 8,812
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Quote:
Originally Posted by user497
...answering online to let a newbie know what to pay is just helping out as far as I am concerned.
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which is why/how the ongoing poll may be more useful 4 your needs...
da poll...
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f232...-a-s-3563.html
maybe.
the funny "here's your sign" question i see here often is this...
"i just bought a blah-blah, and now wanna know what it's worth."
seldom is the purchase price mentioned IN the question above,
and never does the new buyer associate the ACTUAL purchase just made with worth in their posting...
the poll suggests >50% of nearly 1000 buyers HERE paid under 10k...
this is a cheap crowd...
cheers
2air'
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01-17-2010, 05:44 PM
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#24
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2 Rivet Member
1972 27' Overlander
Bonita
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 68
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$1000 initial purchase and I have another 1k in the resto so far. Plan to put another 3k or so in it to get it on the road.
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01-17-2010, 05:52 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2008 31' Classic
2016 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Lenoir City
, Tennessee
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 264
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We get this question every single time someone sees into our AS because we had it custom finished on the inside. I understand the question because before we went this route we wanted to know what it was going to cost to take a new shell and custom finish the inside. What I didn't expect is the reaction from some people when we give them the answer. Some are nice as in, "Well, it's a nice job." Or, "we'd like to do that." Others actually try to make us feel guilty for spending the money - llike we broke some sort of rule and are too indulgent. So, I've learned to spot why people are asking. Are they really interested because they'd like to make some custom changes to their unit? Or, are they just plain nosy and want to make us feel guilty. I've never understand the need to make others feel guilty for enjoying what they've worked hard to achieve.
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2008 31' Custom Classic "Moonshine"
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01-17-2010, 06:40 PM
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Rivet Master
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 4,463
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Quote:
Originally Posted by kfrere
We get this question every single time someone sees into our AS because we had it custom finished on the inside. I understand the question because before we went this route we wanted to know what it was going to cost to take a new shell and custom finish the inside. What I didn't expect is the reaction from some people when we give them the answer. Some are nice as in, "Well, it's a nice job." Or, "we'd like to do that." Others actually try to make us feel guilty for spending the money - llike we broke some sort of rule and are too indulgent. So, I've learned to spot why people are asking. Are they really interested because they'd like to make some custom changes to their unit? Or, are they just plain nosy and want to make us feel guilty. I've never understand the need to make others feel guilty for enjoying what they've worked hard to achieve.
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I am curios how you changed the interior. Are there any pictures posted anywhere?
Regards,
Ken
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01-17-2010, 06:51 PM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
asbury park
, New Jersey
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 905
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this question is familiar to me, because we have 3 parrots. ALOT of people ask "how much did they cost"? I explain that 2 of 3 were adopted, and try to sort of change the subject by noting that the real cost is food, vet bills, etc.... (Note: we've spent more in doc bills for both adopted birds than either of their placement fees.)
It does however blow my mind how many people ask. i HATE to say this, but its often people in a lower economic class... (trying to be PC here).
I never remember my mother saying "its not nice to ask that" - somehow i think we just knew?
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01-17-2010, 07:56 PM
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Rivet Master
1964 26' Overlander
1974 31' Sovereign
Milton
, ON
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 1,223
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mello mike
I paid $3,000 for mine, too much in restrospect since my Sovereign had two dents in the rear and rear end separation/bathroom floor rot.
I've put about $12k into mine including new axles, wheels, rear aluminum panel replacement, rear end separation repairs, bathroom floor repairs, new holding tanks, new refrigerator, new flexsteel sofa, new bathroom vanity, stainless steel sinks, etc. It's still a lot cheaper than buying a new Airstream, so it's worth it to me.
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Don't feel bad, we paid about the same for our Sovereign, and it sounds like it was in similar condition. And we'll have about the same amount into it when we're done.
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01-17-2010, 08:12 PM
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#29
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4 Rivet Member
1970 27' Overlander
Houston
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 272
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Us Too!
Quote:
Originally Posted by mello mike
I paid $3,000 for mine, too much in restrospect since my Sovereign had two dents in the rear and rear end separation/bathroom floor rot.
I've put about $12k into mine including new axles, wheels, rear aluminum panel replacement, rear end separation repairs, bathroom floor repairs, new holding tanks, new refrigerator, new flexsteel sofa, new bathroom vanity, stainless steel sinks, etc. It's still a lot cheaper than buying a new Airstream, so it's worth it to me.
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Cheers to yall, sounds familiar and enjoyed it most of the time!
Its important to try to get some short trips in if possible to get some satisfaction while the work is being done, it sure helped my wifes attitude!
the flints
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01-17-2010, 08:28 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1968 17' Caravel
Marblehead
, Hasslechusetts
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 146
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There are two completely different issues here - cost and value.
It's not only the question of money; it's also the time that you have to put into the search for the "right" Airstream, particularly when it comes to a "vintage" trailer.
Additionallty, I feel that the amount exchanged is strictly confidential between the buyer and the seller.
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01-18-2010, 10:23 AM
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4 Rivet Member
2008 31' Classic
2016 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Lenoir City
, Tennessee
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 264
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Ken, our unit was featured in the summer, 2009 issue of Airstream Life. It's the issue with the Vegas showgirls on the front.
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WBCCI - #4335
2005 Diesel Excursion
2008 31' Custom Classic "Moonshine"
2016 Interstate "BugOut"
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01-18-2010, 11:20 AM
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#32
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Rivet Master
Port Orchard
, Washington
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 4,463
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I can't remember for sure, but I know we paid at least $10,000.
Ken
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01-18-2010, 01:08 PM
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#33
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Usually Sleepy
1973 27' Overlander
East Haven
, Connecticut
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,155
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Quote:
Originally Posted by user497
I could see that answering this question in a campground may be awkward and may open yourself to theft or judgment but answering online to let a newbie know what to pay is just helping out as far as I am concerned.
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This is why I usually answer the question. But my two are over 30 years old. People are usually quite amazed that: 1: it's as old as it is; and b: it was really quite reasonable.
If I had a new one, I probably would not answer. Just like I do not answer when asked how much my new tow vehicle was.
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01-18-2010, 01:49 PM
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Moderator
1968 17' Caravel
Battle Ground
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,253
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mistermike
Additionallty, I feel that the amount exchanged is strictly confidential between the buyer and the seller.
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Some people feel strongly that way. I have occasionally asked people how much they paid for a trailer if it looks similar to mine, just because I like to keep up on the current values for insurance purposes. Some people don't mind sharing, some do.
When I bought my trailer someone on the forum asked how much I paid and I posted it. I didn't see any reason not to.
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01-18-2010, 03:17 PM
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#35
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3 Rivet Member
1962 26' Overlander
Daleville
, Alabama
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 144
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love it!
$950.00 just brought it home, no idea on cost of restoring. (its gutted already) 61 overlander. Sat inside with a cup of coffee and admired the COULD BE of it.
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01-18-2010, 03:51 PM
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#36
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Naysayer
1968 24' Tradewind
Russellville
, earth
Join Date: Jun 2005
Posts: 4,954
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bo&Susan
$950.00 just brought it home, no idea on cost of restoring. (its gutted already) 61 overlander. Sat inside with a cup of coffee and admired the COULD BE of it.
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Enjoy that cup of coffee, in fact, best get a coffee pot.... Remember, it is a one step at a time process.
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01-18-2010, 04:36 PM
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#37
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Moderator
1968 17' Caravel
Battle Ground
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,253
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bo&Susan
Sat inside with a cup of coffee and admired the COULD BE of it.
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That's my favorite part
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01-18-2010, 04:45 PM
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#38
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Usually Sleepy
1973 27' Overlander
East Haven
, Connecticut
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,155
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bo&Susan
$950.00 just brought it home, no idea on cost of restoring. (its gutted already) 61 overlander. Sat inside with a cup of coffee and admired the COULD BE of it.
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you'll switch to bourbon soon.
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