[edkunkel]

There is a difference in body styles between 1442 (P2000i) and 1474 (2020P). That said, since there is no NADA/Blue Book listing on Newells, the market price is somewhat more difficult to lock in on than an RV that does have a Blue Book listing. I have seen early 1990's Newells listed with a difference in asking price of more than 2 to 1.

A comment on the 'change fabrics for a few thousand dollars'. I think you might be surprised at the cost of the materials Newell uses. Doing minor changes in the interior while keeping the Newell quality materials and craftsmanship can cost tens of thousands of dollars.

I know that designer remodels would be expensive, on the one hand.  But some of these just have polkadot pillows that could be changed out.  And changing a bed spread, well .... if changing that fixed it I would put the old one in storage and go to Bed, Bath and Beyond 

I know that price and desireablity are subjective, but I think there is another thing - something that transcends fabric choice or price.  These Newells are really beautiful, or they can be.  On the other hand, when you start with a blank slate you can have some of these rigs that are homely.   

For example, IMHO there are some really fabulous paint jobs on the exterior.  Also I have seen what I consider gorgeous interiors that pop.  Others not so much.  

I have seen some Newells which are 5 or 8 years old that come with service contracts.  For me, even with any pre-inspection I would get, I would be worried about grand failures.  Like I think I alluded to in my first post, the Cummins ISX had several reported problems that could be fatal to the motor.  And I do not know about the other, many, systems.

Thanks for all the feedback!

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There is a difference in body styles between 1442 (P2000i) and 1474 (2020P). That said, since there is no NADA/Blue Book listing on Newells, the market price is somewhat more difficult to lock in on than an RV that does have a Blue Book listing. I have seen early 1990's Newells listed with a difference in asking price of more than 2 to 1.

A comment on the 'change fabrics for a few thousand dollars'. I think you might be surprised at the cost of the materials Newell uses. Doing minor changes in the interior while keeping the Newell quality materials and craftsmanship can cost tens of thousands of dollars.

... again, not sure why the 2020P is priced so much less, and been on the market for a year.  Except for those pesky subjectives.  Thanks, 

EK