SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida
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Topic: SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida
Posted By: CharlieM
Subject: SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 7:53am
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Thanks for the memories. I'll still be around. Camp on, Podders! For Sale: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida. Phone 850-543-9796 All standard factory options including A/C, Convection Microwave, Axel Risers, TV/CD/AM/FM plus: R-DOME and Bike Rack Dual propane tanks and dual batteries Four internal 12 Volt sockets, risers under bed and dinette seat, curtain across bunk, shelf above dinette (see photos) Reason for sale: upgrading to Camplite 21
Located in Northwest Florida Panhandle. Asking $11,900 ------------- Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
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Posted By: hogone
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 8:43am
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------------- Jon & Pam 2013 RP177 2010 F150 2017 HD Streetglide 2009 HD Lowrider CHEESEHEAD |
Posted By: hogone
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 8:44am
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oops screwed up again..........Charlie, i have only seen pictures of camplites; are they pretty nice? ------------- Jon & Pam 2013 RP177 2010 F150 2017 HD Streetglide 2009 HD Lowrider CHEESEHEAD |
Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 8:54am
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Yes they are nice. No wood to rot, no steel to rust. The 21RBS is just enough bigger to make life much easier for the two of us: - Walk around queen bed - Dry bath - 7 cu.ft. fridge Dinette is not as nice as the 172 Pod, but it's easier to get into. Looking forward to the Camplite, but I'll really miss the Pod and this forum. Perhaps I can lurk and comment occasionally. As a newbie I learned so much here that I will always be grateful to all the Pod guys and gals. Charlie ------------- Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
Posted By: hogone
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 9:12am
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good luck selling the pod, 21rbs looks very nice; are they pricey? ------------- Jon & Pam 2013 RP177 2010 F150 2017 HD Streetglide 2009 HD Lowrider CHEESEHEAD |
Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 9:52am
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Yes, but you get what you pay for. It's well built, lighter than equivalents, and it'll be here for my grandkids. And the factory was very accomodating to my custom requests. BTW, Livinlite was just bought up by Thor Industries, for better or worse. Time will tell.
------------- Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
Posted By: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 27 Oct 2013 at 7:42am
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Just a personal comment. Thor Industries is a major powerhouse in the RV industry. However, they seem to have a way of making whatever products they buy, much cheaper in quality and construction. The bought an almost bankrupt Airstream which used to be the gold standard in RV's, years ago. According to many who used to own one before Thor saved them from bankruptcy, or new owners, they seem to have the opinion that they aren't built to the same quality and standards of years ago. I certainly understand the need for more room. I hope you get one that hasn't been Thorized. Good luck and safe travels. ------------- Camper Bob and Camper Sue Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund) 2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod) 2016 Lance 1685 2015 Nissan Pathfinder |
Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 27 Oct 2013 at 8:26am
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Bob, I understand completely. That's what I meant by "for better or worse". On the up side there is the potential for increased capital, lower cost suppliers, and more dealerships. There's even hope that aluminum may creep into the Airstream. On the downside there is the scenario you describe. There are loads of cases where an acquiring conglomerate milks the profit from their acquisitions by sacrificing quality and innovation. One good sign: The factory was very receptive to my customization requests, including a black tank flusher, a beefed up bumper, and an added skylight above the shower. I was worried that Thor would nix such requests, but it didn't happen. Of course I was charged for the changes, but I expected that. So far so good. Delivery will be in the new year. In the meantime we are in camping lockdown. The Pod is empty and clean in preparation for a sale. And I just bought a new supercharged Toyota Tacoma 4.0L V6 for a TV. So we are ready to hit the roads again, but my heart, and my wife's, will always be with the Pod and this forum. Charlie ------------- Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
Posted By: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 27 Oct 2013 at 8:45am
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Sounds great. I firmly believe that an informed buyer is a smart buyer. Looks like you have done your homework. Hope your new trailer is all you want it to be, to paraphrase the military. We are also looking to replace our TV but haven't had any calls on it yet. Looking at the Nissan Pathfinder with a 6,000 lb. tow capacity. Best of luck and enjoy. Safe Travels. ------------- Camper Bob and Camper Sue Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund) 2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod) 2016 Lance 1685 2015 Nissan Pathfinder |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 27 Oct 2013 at 9:21pm
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Looks like a nice layout on the Camplite. You are welcome to stay!
------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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