| How much to pay for one. A lot of times members post messages like," Im looking for a Scotty, how much should I expect to pay for one" or they ask , "What should I look for as far as condition." The information I'm posting here is my own opinion and what I look for, when I look for a Scotty. It's meant as a guide, or suggestions. The first thing I should say I guess is "buyer beware" be careful and don't let the fact that you found a Scotty, rule your good sense. There are Scottys out there don't buy one just to be buying one, or you are afraid there won't be any others, buy one you can deal with as far as repairs. There are good deals,sometimes you may have to look at several, before you find that one you can be happy with. As you know just like everything else, prices depend on what shape its in, and what someone is willing to pay for it. I have seen them priced from $100 to $6000. I would say the average price of one is around 600-1000 for one in fair shape. There are also free ones out there also.\ A lot of times people have them setting around behind the barn or back yard, and they just want to get rid of them, but remember they have been sitting for a long time. So when these come up for sale, people just want to get rid of them, those will be the cheaper ones, maybe even free. Then there are the ones people buy intending on restoring them, or fixing them up and using them, and they find out its to much for them to handle, again , could be a good deal, if they didn't pay to much for it themselves. Then there are the ones people have fixed up, painted, patched, covered up damage, these are the ones to be careful of. A lot of problems are hidden, with paint , carpet, wall paper, etc. These I would call a bad to fair shape, needs a lot of work, but can be repaired The others such as free ones, it's take a chance I guess, they would need a ton of repairs or a total rebuild. OK then there are the rebuilt ones, these are usually a total rebuild and if your not able to do repairs yourself, it would be worth thinking about these, but again and I can't say it enough" buyer beware"!!!! So I guess we have 3 types, the cheap ones, that need a lot of work, I'd say would go for $100-500 , then the ones that need some repair but are in decent shape, I would say would go from 500 - 1500 , The ones total rebuilds, 1500 and up. Again this is just my own opinion, I'm sure there are some that would disagree with me, but I've bought a few Scottys, 9 of them, most cheap ones. When in doubt ask the group. There is a lot of experience here. When in doubt walk away from it, and use your common sense. What to look for when you go to see it. First thing I would do is wear old cloths , your going to be on the ground, and going through some dirty stuff. A lot of times there is rodent materials, or just plain dirt. I like to listen to the seller, they tell you about how they got it, and were it came from, or if it was in the family. Sometimes there are some good stories, and back ground. I bought a Scotty in Philadelphia PA, that was a command post for a fire dept. It had two bullet holes in it, so it has a story, I'm sure they will tell you some of the things that are wrong with it, but they even may not know what all is wrong with it, I start on the out side and look at the seams, esp. on the corners of the back and front. Reach down and pull on the edge guide, at the bottom, if they pull loose there is rot, do this on all the corners, as I go, I list the problems I find, I then get down on the ground, with a screw driver and poke around the floor underneath looking for soft spots, and rot, again look on the edges were the aluminum meets the wood, while I'm down there I look at the axle, for visible damage, If your going to tow a distance I would plan on packing the bearings before you leave. The frame look for rust, don't be afraid to poke at the rust on the frame, I also look for cracks. Any thing you see wrong or damaged list it. I would also check the gas lines while under the camper. Once I've gone all around the camper on the ground , I check the tires, If it hasn't been used for awhile, they are probably have some dry rot on them, cracks in the sidewalls. So if you buy it I would plan on tires, esp if your going to tow it a distance. Better safe than sorry. You can ask them about the lights, but I have not run across one that the lights still work, often the fixtures have rust or could be a rodent has chewed the wiring. So here if you buy, the camper , plan on a set of temporary lights to put on the back to get it home. When looking at the lights you are going to find some maybe that have cracked len. or faded color to them. Also check the windows from the outside, how they seal against the frame, if there is a space between the window and the frame, bet you'll find some water damage on the inside, Check the door, if it seals, good and latches when you close it, open the door and see if it moves or feels loose. If you grab it at the corners, does it feel loose, the insides may be rotted, if so door will need rebuilt. Now your ready to go inside, Step up into the camper, check the step up feel loose or is it water damaged, if so note it. Keep that list going, it could save you some money, Start with the windows and check all around them for water stains, check the handles, and see if they work smoothly, check the cushions, and under the benches of the dinette and also check the table to see if its secure, Then work your way back though the camper looking in cabinets, rodent nests etc, anything that is wrong with it, You can check the fuse box, but I would count on changing the wiring and updating if you buy it, again keep that list going, check under the back gaucho, area, and all the walls , look in the refrigerator, or ice box, if it has a refrigerator, you can access the back of it from outside vent, go ahead and look , any time you can look behind something , you can get to see some of the framing , worth a look. Once you have looked through the whole camper and you feel as though you have an idea of all that is wrong, now it the time to get your list out and get with the seller to talk price, most often most sellers will, come down some, so when you talk price, show him the list, If nothing else you will show him you know a little of what your talking about. If he asks you to make an offer go low you can always go up but not down with your offer, If you feel like its to much for you to handle don't buy it, if you think you can do the repairs and enjoy this go for it, Another thing you can do is take a lot of pictures, for you to study, and if you need help email the group, and maybe we can help. Again all of this is my opinion, and is a guide only , but I hope this helps |
BUYING A SCOTTY
SERRO SCOTTY CAMPER ENTHUSIASTS
How to purchase
Step 1:
Research vintage campers to determine
what type of camper you want and what era
you want it to be from. The term "vintage"
includes everything from the 1970s and
earlier.
Step 2:
Look only for campers in good shape unless
you have experience restoring vintage
campers or vehicles. Be prepared to ask
sellers specific questions about the
condition of their campers.
Step 3:
Contact a local vintage car or hotrod club. Car
clubs often have members interested in
vintage campers, so they're a good resource
as you search for a vintage camper. If you
don't know of any clubs, go to a custom auto
shop to ask if they know of any local car
clubs. or contact ssce group
Step 4:. Check ebay, craigslist
Step 5:
Check classified ads, both locally in the
papers and nationally at websites like
Craigslist. Because individuals generally sell
vintage campers to other individuals, you can
find a number of vintage campers for sale
this way.
Step 6:
Find a vintage camper online at a website
like Vintage Campers. On this website, you
can view a number of campers for sale and
arrange for their purchase online.
Step 7:
Go prepared to bring your vintage camper
back home. Talk to the buyer beforehand to
find out if you can hitch the camper to your
vehicle or if you need to make other
arrangements to bring it home.
Step 8:
Inspect any vintage camper before you buy it.
Check the underbody carefully for rust and
damage. Especially make sure the axle and
hitch areas are sound and there is very little
rust on the body, if any.
Step 1:
Research vintage campers to determine
what type of camper you want and what era
you want it to be from. The term "vintage"
includes everything from the 1970s and
earlier.
Step 2:
Look only for campers in good shape unless
you have experience restoring vintage
campers or vehicles. Be prepared to ask
sellers specific questions about the
condition of their campers.
Step 3:
Contact a local vintage car or hotrod club. Car
clubs often have members interested in
vintage campers, so they're a good resource
as you search for a vintage camper. If you
don't know of any clubs, go to a custom auto
shop to ask if they know of any local car
clubs. or contact ssce group
Step 4:. Check ebay, craigslist
Step 5:
Check classified ads, both locally in the
papers and nationally at websites like
Craigslist. Because individuals generally sell
vintage campers to other individuals, you can
find a number of vintage campers for sale
this way.
Step 6:
Find a vintage camper online at a website
like Vintage Campers. On this website, you
can view a number of campers for sale and
arrange for their purchase online.
Step 7:
Go prepared to bring your vintage camper
back home. Talk to the buyer beforehand to
find out if you can hitch the camper to your
vehicle or if you need to make other
arrangements to bring it home.
Step 8:
Inspect any vintage camper before you buy it.
Check the underbody carefully for rust and
damage. Especially make sure the axle and
hitch areas are sound and there is very little
rust on the body, if any.
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