Future Pod

Virgin newbie here.  Looking (and researching) an older R-Pod, a basic '09 M-151.  Size and price are the drivers of this selection.  Any advice, suggestions, and shared knowledge would be appreciated.  Have not pulled the trigger on this transaction yet, so please provide your wisdom.  Don't be reticent in providing things to watch out for and other gotchas.  

I have been lurking around here for a couple of weeks and have only recently joined. I have seen very little of the abuse you normally see on discussion boards. This is a pretty awesome group. 

09 is the first "model year". So.. it's as old as a pod can be pretty much. Look for signs of water leaks. That's an issue with any and every camper ever built. Caught early, they are no biggie.. but if not corrected, they can and will destroy a camper in a couple years. Or quicker.

Check the tires. If they are still what came from FR, they will need to be changed (IMHO before it's towed ANYWHERE) Also, has the clearance light recall been done. It will have lights on the fenders, and on a spoiler on the back roof if it has. The recall is free to have done, but it could be a bargaining chip for some $$ off if it hasn't been done and you will have to go through the hassle of doing it now..

We looked at a 151 when they first came out. In fact it was the only floor plan available at the time. Unworkable kitchen for a 6 footer. We weren't fond of the no permanent bed either. Kitchen in the slide and permanent bed of the 177 that came out a year later sealed the deal for us.

Welcome and best of luck with your potential purchase!

Thanks, to all.....some great suggestions here; still trying to decide if this R-Pod will meet our needs.  Will keep the board informed.