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Old 02-12-2015, 11:22 AM   #21
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Not selling our 19, nor buying another one.

But we've been planning a trip to Idaho and Montana for this summer. But wow, at these rates we might be able to travel up into BC. WooHoo.
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Old 02-12-2015, 11:22 AM   #22
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"What is an exchange rate bobble in trade for a summer?"

Sally hit the nail on the head.


And best wishes!
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Old 02-12-2015, 11:48 AM   #23
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I think that awareness of the exchange rate and the resulting effect on the new price is good information for buyers. On the other hand, this is only really relevant for those comparing a used purchase from a U.S. owner to a purchase (new or used) from ETI or a private owner in Canada.

For us here in Canada, the changing relative value of the U.S. dollar has no immediate effect on the price of a new trailer, or the price of a used trailer in Canada. A used trailer in Canada will still be priced lower than a new trailer (which of course is also in Canada), regardless of the buyer's location. Buying a used Escape from the U.S. and re-importing to Canada is now even less attractive, but it's not like there's a big selection of these anyway. Of course, new prices will go up as required to compensate for rising costs.
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Old 02-12-2015, 11:49 AM   #24
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Hi, all, I'm back. And have my own personal answer to 'buyer beware.' Yes, if you have all the time in the world, or think you do, wait. But life doesn't always go by the book. I had that brand new 21, then had lung cancer. Sold the 21, had surgery and chemo. Ordered a new 17, then worried about not being able to use it, so cancelled. Last month my 1 year CT was clear, and when Dave Okimoto's 17B came up for sale, I sure jumped on it! What is an exchange rate bobble in trade for a summer? Will be picking it up next week and taking it to Chilliwack for a solar retrofit. As Donna says, YMMV.

And through all this, I can't express my gratitude enough to Tammie for her understanding.
You are so right Sally! Life can sure throw you some curve balls. Great story. Good for you.
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Old 02-12-2015, 11:58 AM   #25
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We recently sold our 2010 5.0. It took over 6 months (it will actually be 10 months when the buyer picks up the trailer in April). Early on I realized that the spectre of converting to Canadian dollars was troubling to some US buyers. For that reason I listed the selling prices in Canadian or US dollars (Canadians face this all the time - Magazine prices are a good example - the US vs Can price have nothing to do with the exchange rate). No conversion needed (I will deal with that). Back in September the prices I quoted favoured the US buyer (I was going to take a loss on the conversion of 2 or 3 percent). When the trailer sold the Canadian dollar was dropping. The buyer was fully aware of that but was happy with the US price. Even now when we speak he jokes that I am going to make some money, but has never suggested that I should lower the price. It has not affected him one iota as he is still paying what we agreed he would pay. However, even now I am not completely sure what I will receive in Canadian Dollars but it will be close enough to what I was asking. A new trailer was never an option for him. He wanted the smaller 5.0 or nothing.

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Old 02-12-2015, 12:09 PM   #26
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I really think the exchange rate is a moot point if purchasing used from the US marketplace. Demand is high and supply is low. I would be all over a lightly used 19' just a few hours from me on the East Coast if the layout was to my liking at these prices. That would also mean eating a $500 deposit for one on order. Wait till Spring these TT will be sold.
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Old 02-12-2015, 12:13 PM   #27
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I think the OP's post was appropriate. As stated earlier, it was not in the Classifieds and was for buyer education purposes, not to slam current sellers. All non-Canadian buyers are somewhat at the whim of current exchange rates when they buy and sell. We all take that risk, some will 'win' and some will 'lose', but hopefully we all 'win' by getting the trailer we want. Also, as stated earlier, there will always be buyers who want/need their trailer now, not in 8-10 months, and will help support the used market. Just my two cents worth as a very recent buyer.
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Old 02-12-2015, 12:25 PM   #28
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Anybody that concerned with the Canadian dollar lowering in value to the US dollar can always buy US dollars today. What's there to loose? A US dollar will always be worth a US dollar in the United States and a Canadian dollar will always be worth a dollar in Canada.
Your only gain or loss is when you sell or use the currency.
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Old 02-12-2015, 12:26 PM   #29
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The favorable exchange rate is not only a good time buy, it's an excellent opportunity to add more stuff to the build sheet that one would normally pass on. Adding the solar package and inverter now seems to be with in reach. Decisions decisions!!
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Old 02-12-2015, 12:37 PM   #30
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I don't think it was appropriate to call out the ONLY three Escape's for sale in the US. I even think they might have even tried buying one and were not happy with the results.
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Old 02-12-2015, 12:46 PM   #31
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The favorable exchange rate is not only a good time buy, it's an excellent opportunity to add more stuff to the build sheet that one would normally pass on. Adding the solar package and inverter now seems to be with in reach. Decisions decisions!!
You're absolutely right but you'd have to also pay for those upgrades before the rates change.
If you live in Canada, and are thinking about a purchase such as an Escape, or upgrades to a build sheet, why not start US account (at any bank) and deposit a few grand. If you later change your mind, or situations change, the money is there for US vacations, US camp grounds or what ever.
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Old 02-12-2015, 12:51 PM   #32
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Buyers be Aware

Well, my post has certainly sparked some interest!

CPAHarley2008 was correct I should have made the title different If not his "Used Buyers Beware" maybe "Used Buyers be Aware!"

Please appreciate that my position right now is as a BUYER! I'm not trying "thwart" the attempts of the sellers but inform fellow buyers to the facts. Many probably know these facts but it appeared that many sellers weren't factoring that into there prices. As consumers (buyers), we can only affect prices by our willingness or unwillingness to accept the prices out there. ECON 101

Many factors go into that willingness:
- Price
- Availability (Supply & Demand)
- Exchange Rate (in this case)
- Ability or willingness to wait for new (October 2015 for 5.0 TA)
- Non-Transferable Warranties.

For me, I have more time (I hope) than money. Although, my wife was diagnosed with cancer a year and a half ago (With the Lord's help we've beat it!), price is still a big factor for us. And also my unwillingness to pay more for a used trailer than new, just doesn't make sense in my book. So I'd have to wait for new or until a seller realizes that they can't expect to get New prices for their Used trailers.

Whether I have lots of money or none, a lifetime or weeks I always fall back on the principle of fairness.

A final word! ETI could help their product sales and support used resale's by making their 2-year warranty transferable. Probably can't do anything about the appliance warranties!


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Old 02-12-2015, 01:23 PM   #33
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...As consumers (buyers), we can only affect prices by our willingness or unwillingness to accept the prices out there...

...price is still a big factor for us. And also my unwillingness to pay more for a used trailer than new, just doesn't make sense in my book. So I'd have to wait for new or until a seller realizes that they can't expect to get New prices for their Used trailers....
Any trailer, new or used, is worth what someone is willing to pay for it. The combination of long waits for new, combined with high quality and high demand could very well drive prices of used to very close to those of new. Many of the older Trilliums, bolers, scamps, and other molded fiberglass trailers will command a resale price today that exceeds their original purchase price many years ago.
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Old 02-12-2015, 01:24 PM   #34
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Any trailer, new or used, is worth what someone is willing to pay for it. The combination of long waits for new, combined with high quality and high demand could very well drive prices of used to very close to those of new. Many of the older Trilliums, bolers, scamps, and other molded fiberglass trailers will command a resale price today that exceeds their original purchase price many years ago.
Would that be true if one factors in inflation?
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Would that be true if one factors in inflation?
It could be true but maybe a little difficult to attain in most cases. For example, in Canada it appears that average annual inflation over the past 30 yrs has been about 2-2.5% per yr. If you bought a new trailer 30 yrs ago for $5000 (and I do not know if that is a realistic price 30 yrs ago), it would have to be worth something like $10500 today if it kept its value with about 2.5% inflation considered. Based on what I see in the classified ads for fiberglass rv's, $10k for a 30 yr old fiberglass trailer is on the upper end of the price scale.
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Old 02-12-2015, 03:33 PM   #36
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I don't think it was appropriate to call out the ONLY three Escape's for sale in the US. I even think they might have even tried buying one and were not happy with the results.
My thoughts too.
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I'm not trying "thwart" the attempts of the sellers but inform fellow buyers to the facts.

Although, my wife was diagnosed with cancer a year and a half ago (With the Lord's help we've beat it!), price is still a big factor for us
But, I do think all buyers already are aware of the facts, and the difference in exchange rates, and are capable of making their own decisions. They don't need any of us to point out the obvious to them.

My best wishes go out to your wife, who will hopefully nip this cancer thing in the bud. As a bit of hope for her, almost 26 years ago I was diagnosed with Leukaemia, back when they were just starting to have successes with it. I was declared clean over 20 years ago, and live as proof that cancer can be beaten.
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Old 02-12-2015, 05:15 PM   #37
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... For example, in Canada it appears that average annual inflation over the past 30 yrs has been about 2-2.5% per yr. If you bought a new trailer 30 yrs ago for $5000 (and I do not know if that is a realistic price 30 yrs ago), it would have to be worth something like $10500 today if it kept its value with about 2.5% inflation considered.
Another approach is to use the StatsCan Consumer Price Index tables. They say that from 1985 to 2014 the index (which is relative to 2002 prices) when from 60.6 to 125.2, a factor of 2.07 times, so that $5,000 trailer would be equivalent to $10,330 now. It's the same as Dave's numbers, but it's easy to pick any year and doesn't assume a constant inflation rate. I assume that there is a U.S. equivalent.
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I disagree, it isn't that obvious!

First, Many people automatically assume a dollar is a dollar not thinking about the exchange rate (unless you're living on the border and crossing over a lot). And I think a lot of the sellers are hoping for that with the prices they're trying to get.

Second, Escape doesn't state anywhere on their trailer pages that the funds are Canadian. In fact I called and asked before I posted so I knew that they were Canadian dollars (so I wouldn't look stupid)! It might be somewhere on their site but not on any of the pages I hit. So, one could again easily assume that a dollar is a dollar.

Third, many US buyers are looking at US built trailers where the exchange rate doesn't apply so it's easy to just think they're comparing apple to apples. Especially, if they're looking at new.

Thanks for the Best Wishes, we hope in 20 years we'll still be saying we beat it too!

All the Best!

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My thoughts too.

But, I do think all buyers already are aware of the facts, and the difference in exchange rates, and are capable of making their own decisions. They don't need any of us to point out the obvious to them.

My best wishes go out to your wife, who will hopefully nip this cancer thing in the bud. As a bit of hope for her, almost 26 years ago I was diagnosed with Leukaemia, back when they were just starting to have successes with it. I was declared clean over 20 years ago, and live as proof that cancer can be beaten.
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I disagree, it isn't that obvious!

First, Many people automatically assume a dollar is a dollar not thinking about the exchange rate (unless you're living on the border and crossing over a lot). And I think a lot of the sellers are hoping for that with the prices they're trying to get.

Second, Escape doesn't state anywhere on their trailer pages that the funds are Canadian. In fact I called and asked before I posted so I knew that they were Canadian dollars (so I wouldn't look stupid)! It might be somewhere on their site but not on any of the pages I hit. So, one could again easily assume that a dollar is a dollar.

Third, many US buyers are looking at US built trailers where the exchange rate doesn't apply so it's easy to just think they're comparing apple to apples. Especially, if they're looking at new.

Thanks for the Best Wishes, we hope in 20 years we'll still be saying we beat it too!

All the Best!
When we go to a US website with intent to purchase we always assume the cost to be in US dollars and likewise Canadian website - Canadian dollars . Always assume there is an exchange rate after all two different countries with their own currencies .
Reading your posts one might think you have had a disappointing experience with a seller who was not willing to meet a price you were comfortable with . Sorry if you have had that experience , but it doesn't really mean a seller is being "unfair" as they would be the only ones to determine what selling is worth to them . Just as it is up to a buyer to decide what they want to pay . Think of all there wonderful times you will have with your brand new Escape - and the fun picking your options !
We too wish your wife a healthy happy future . Been there too (twice ) , to know that Jim Bennett has 25 years cancer free is truly very inspiring !
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I disagree, it isn't that obvious!

Second, Escape doesn't state anywhere on their trailer pages that the funds are Canadian. In fact I called and asked before I posted so I knew that they were Canadian dollars (so I wouldn't look stupid)! It might be somewhere on their site but not on any of the pages I hit. So, one could again easily assume that a dollar is a dollar
Anyone buying anything in a country different then their own should be able to figure out that they will be dealing with that country's currency. Says this long suffering Proud Canadian
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