Motorhome 'Protection Package'....??

hard1mic · Member

Motorhome 'Protection Package'....??

Baz421 · Guru

hard1mic wrote:

I am 'very new' to the whole motorhome way of life etc. To the point where we have just paid a deposit on a new motorhome & are unable to collect it until September. 'We' are graduating from a Navara ute and double swag, so we have absolutely no idea what we are in for!!
The 'advice' I am seeking relates to an offer from our dealer regarding a 'Vehicle Protection Package'. It involves paint protection, rust protection, cloth & vinyl protection, along with tinting of all windows not already tinted ie. veh windows, main window in van door (others already done!) Comes with 12 year warranty etc and lots of grand promises.
My question: Has anybody else had all these things done to their motorhome and is it a worthwhile venture? $2,800 we did not envisage having to spend on top of the purchase price of our motorhome. We do live on the South Coast of NSW and not far from the ocean, hence lots of salt spray etc....
If anyone can offer opinions, experience we would greatly appreciate the help,
Thanks,
Michael & Jane.

No experience with MH ins only other "add on" insurance,,, my advice is read what is NOT covered. This is how sales staff make more $ at your expense and the devil is usually in the detail.

Maybe a good buy and may be not.

I would suspect, but not based on fact, that salt spray if you live and garage close to sea would not be covered, but once again you need to read the "package" and DON'T TAKE ANY SALESMAN'S WORD FOR WHAT'S IN OR OUT.

hard1mic · Member

Thanks Baz421. The package is not so much an insurance issue, but series of 'treatments' to the vehicle to supposedly prolong its life & protect against elements/spills etc .....
Not something I have been offered when buying other vehicles in the past...
Do heed your advice re insurance though as that is something we will have to look closely at once we are closer to delivery....
Michael.

Cruising Cruze · Guru

they see you coming with your $$$$$$$$

Baz421 · Guru

hard1mic wrote:
Thanks Baz421. The package is not so much an insurance issue, but series of 'treatments' to the vehicle to supposedly prolong its life & protect against elements/spills etc .....
Not something I have been offered when buying other vehicles in the past...
Do heed your advice re insurance though as that is something we will have to look closely at once we are closer to delivery....
Michael.

Yeh Mike I drifted off subject didn't I.

I guess you have to judge the benefits and how to claim if something happens, but it still comes down to what you can claim IF ???????

Having said that we had our Landcruiser ute sprayed for rust inside doors and under body when new,,, so I think some things are worth it especially if you can see and quantify any problems.

Cheers Baz

hard1mic · Member

Thanks gents for the advice. Definitely a lot of $$$$$'s and well worth delving into the 'fine print' much further. Having a sit down with salesman on Sat morning so will go armed with plenty of Q's before giving the go ahead. Rustproofing sound like a plus, not convinced re 'paint protection' just yet.
Michael.

chaslib · Senior Member

Congrats on your purchase. Regarding the protection package, I think it is similar to what you can get for a new car as optional extras. I would look carefully at rust and body protection things as i very much doubt these as environmental issues would be covered under insurance although if proven as caused by a defect it could be covered under the warranty ... Just my thoughts. We will be also be going down the Motorhome road later this year when our current trip comes to an end and imagine we may be offered the same package ... Check the insurance exclusions also.

-- Edited by chaslib on Friday 16th of May 2014 07:35:54 AM

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

give it a miss save the money and just apply a coat of polish every 12 months, or get it detailed and it will last a lifetime. IMHO

oldbobsbus · Guru

One of the questions I would be asking is WHY it it needed IF the materials in the M/H are as good as they have been telling you, after all by the sounds of it you are buying a NEW unit..

I personally see it as just another way for the dealer/salesman to make an extra quid through kick backs.

IF this protection is needed then why wasn't it done during manufacture, are they telling you that the unit you are buying is below standard and needs this extra protection.???

Just my thoughts on the matter..

dING · Senior Member

If you really want those items

Add them yourself with local suppliers

Same quality less than 50% of the cost

Tis the stealers last chance to make a

Buck outa you and tis a good bite at

Your funds

hard1mic · Member

Thanks one and all for your thoughts etc. Am seriously beginning to doubt the validity of the whole package business as we are buying a brand new unit. Suggestion re going it alone and chasing local suppliers is more than likely the way we will go if these things are really a necessity. The package is pushed as 'looking after your investment', but I thought that was what retired people do in their spare time - look after their own investment. Not so broken down yet that I could not spread some polish around when necessary.
As I said, thanks again for the input. It is very much appreciated to hear the advice of the experienced when I have absolutely none & I must admit being somewhat apprehensive about what we have done and where to from here.
Fingers crossed we run into lots of you on the road in the future for more advice and put some faces to the names on the forum.
Michael & The Good Sort.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

hard1mic wrote:
Thanks one and all for your thoughts etc. Am seriously beginning to doubt the validity of the whole package business as we are buying a brand new unit. Suggestion re going it alone and chasing local suppliers is more than likely the way we will go if these things are really a necessity. The package is pushed as 'looking after your investment', but I thought that was what retired people do in their spare time - look after their own investment. Not so broken down yet that I could not spread some polish around when necessary.
As I said, thanks again for the input. It is very much appreciated to hear the advice of the experienced when I have absolutely none & I must admit being somewhat apprehensive about what we have done and where to from here.
Fingers crossed we run into lots of you on the road in the future for more advice and put some faces to the names on the forum.
Michael & The Good Sort.

once you are on the road you will both enjoy, BUT I do not want you running into me I would prefer we just meet up and have a get together biggrin biggrin

exa41 · Guru

If they are so keen to sell you a package of this M/H and they say it`s so good ,maybe express the fact that these items should have already been done and if not do them for free . Put the pressure on the salesperson if they want your business after all its a lot off money and you want it for a long time.

Baz421 · Guru

hard1mic wrote:
Thanks one and all for your thoughts etc. Am seriously beginning to doubt the validity of the whole package business as we are buying a brand new unit. Suggestion re going it alone and chasing local suppliers is more than likely the way we will go if these things are really a necessity. The package is pushed as 'looking after your investment', but I thought that was what retired people do in their spare time - look after their own investment. Not so broken down yet that I could not spread some polish around when necessary.
As I said, thanks again for the input. It is very much appreciated to hear the advice of the experienced when I have absolutely none & I must admit being somewhat apprehensive about what we have done and where to from here.
Fingers crossed we run into lots of you on the road in the future for more advice and put some faces to the names on the forum.
Michael & The Good Sort.

Good move IMHO, especially as $ involved is substantial.

Tomzys · Senior Member

Just a little reply' we also bought a motor home brand new and payed the extra for protection of van although it wasn't quite as dear as your quote. Having a son inlaw who deals in all car/motor renos' swears by having paint protection on all vehicles, paint fades in the long term , in the 2yrs our van is as good as new always comes up good after a good wash, and looks as though we have given it a polish. Well worth giving it some thought, motor homes are not that cheap, plus a small price to pay to keep it in good nick, Happy travels

hard1mic · Member

Yet again some more very good advice/input today. Thanks to one & all.
Tomzys - Yes, biggest investment we have made since buying our own home. The 'quote' we had does seem to be over the top. Been back to agent & he quotes $900 just for paint protection now. As newcomers i think they 'see us coming' & an opportunity to make more $$$$. Seriously considering going it alone & chasing other suppliers for individual treatments if necessary & maybe still finish with the backside in my strides & $$$$ in my pockets, not the agents!! Back in his office in the morning so will see if we can't do some 'pushing' back in his direction......

Cruising Cruze · Guru

Get your self a good Polish like Mother's Sealer & Glaze

or Meguiar's Ultimate Liquid Polish

use it 2 times a year and your van will looks good for year to come and you safe yourself at least $850

cheers John

Cruising Cruze · Guru

Get your self a good Polish like Mother's Sealer & Glaze

or Meguiar's Ultimate Liquid Polish

use it 2 times a year and your van will looks good for year to come and you safe yourself at least $850

cheers John

Aus-Kiwi · Guru

I've been offered similar when buying new cars .. I say to them I'm not buying and want my money buck !! As per usual the sales dept asks WHY ?? Well it's brand new and
You want me to pay for rust and paint protection ?? I'll go buy a vehicle that doesn't rust !!
They come around fairly quick !! Keep in mind they have NOTHING to do with vehicle manufactures !

baysidetas · Veteran Member

Depending upon how long you anticipate keeping it I would some thought to paint protection but not the vinyl/leather etc.

Tinting the windows that do not already have it is certainly worthwhile if you are travelling up north as it will help reduce inside temperatures in the vehicle.

As suggested in an earlier post I would get quotes from my local suppliers.

baysidetas · Veteran Member

Depending upon how long you anticipate keeping it I would some thought to paint protection but not the vinyl/leather etc.

Tinting the windows that do not already have it is certainly worthwhile if you are travelling up north as it will help reduce inside temperatures in the vehicle.

As suggested in an earlier post I would get quotes from my local suppliers.

hard1mic · Member

UPDATE: Went back to m/home supplier today armed with many questions etc thanks to everyone's advice etc on the forum.
Drove home this afternoon with NO Protection package in place & told them I would look into it in my own good time & no doubt much cheaper than they were offering. They took it in their stride & no more 'pushing' us to get it from them.
Did negotiate and am now having solar panels fitted to unit before delivery, after having read some heated exchanges on the forum re generators -v- solar....
Yet again, thanks one and all - we still have the $$$$'s in our pockets.....
September just can't come quick enough for us - finally got to have a test drive of the same unit we have ordered and The Good Sort enjoyed the experience of driving herself.
Regards,
Michael & Jane.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

hard1mic wrote:
UPDATE: Went back to m/home supplier today armed with many questions etc thanks to everyone's advice etc on the forum.
Drove home this afternoon with NO Protection package in place & told them I would look into it in my own good time & no doubt much cheaper than they were offering. They took it in their stride & no more 'pushing' us to get it from them.
Did negotiate and am now having solar panels fitted to unit before delivery, after having read some heated exchanges on the forum re generators -v- solar....
Yet again, thanks one and all - we still have the $$$$'s in our pockets.....
September just can't come quick enough for us - finally got to have a test drive of the same unit we have ordered and The Good Sort enjoyed the experience of driving herself.
Regards,
Michael & Jane.

Good to hear, I'll send my account via email. biggrin biggrin

Legendts · Senior Member

dING wrote:
If you really want those items
Add them yourself with local suppliers
Same quality less than 50% of the cost
Tis the stealers last chance to make a
Buck outa you and tis a good bite at
Your funds

Could not agree more.

Most new vehicle sales will come with the same sales pitch. Generally used to start at around $2k, when refused come down to $1200 and when that is refused around $600 ~ $800. So as you can see it's a very big mark up. I knew a guy in the game who said he would be lucky to use more than $60 in materials and around an hour of his time. Shop around for your tint and get quality tint if that is what you want.

hard1mic · Member

Legendts,
Thinking on your input, I may well have 2nd thoughts on the dealer fitting the solar panels & rear camera.
Have searched eBay & numerous websites to find much cheaper versions of both. The whole dealing with your dealer just gets worse the further you go. Glad i found this forum & people with experience.....
Wombat,
You send that account & I will pass it on to the financial adviser, but don't hold your breath waiting settlement. It is 'her' that is asking more Q's on all these things we are being "offered" as a result of buying a new m/home..
Michael.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

OK, put Jane on and we can have a chat. biggrin