>I spent the afternoon talking with the Eurovan sales team (Prestige Motors
>in Santa Rosa, CA) and instead of the 1999 model, I took all the advice! I
>am going for the 1997 EV/Winnebago with 12-CD changer, rear door screen
>(snap-on), retractable awning (permanently affixed to gutter side of
>sliding doors) with the netting (it's called the Add-A-Room option).  ALl
>of this for the out the door/drive away price of $38,000. Considering I
>almost spent $40,000 with no options less than a few days ago, I'm really
>happy about this new deal.
>
>Thanks to everyone who lended an ear and responded with tips and ideas (and
>support and outrage at the price!)....this virtual community resulted in a
>more informed purchase and peace of mind for me. I got the deal I needed
>and it's made me feel even better about this decision.  The price may still
>be more than some of you think I should pay, but I was impressed with their
>service organization (they're next door to the Winnebago RV center) and as
>they said, they need to make money on these, too, so they can continue to
>provide the EV support and quality of service. Owning a service business as
>I do, I understand that logic. They also only sell 3-4 of these a year and
>still maintain a comprehensivbe inventory - which they want to show me.
>Amazingly, they had the retractable awning and screens in stock (two sets
>to be precise!)! Also, I spoke to their EV mechanic who has been just
>returned from a Winnebago =training session in Iowa.  Why all the support
>when they only sell 3-4 a year?  The owner of the VW dealership has two
>EVs!!!
>
>Thank you for your help!  I'll report back when I have my first camping
>trip under my belt!

Congratulations!

Coyote

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