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02-05-2015, 09:36 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Western, Colorado
Trailer: 17b
Posts: 148
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More about the 15a
The Escape 15 thread got a bit derailed, so I thought I'd start a new one, one more specifically to ask what everyone thinks about the resale value of a new 15a since they're no longer being made. I'm thinking of getting one of the two left (assuming they're still available), but if I decide it's not working out for me, what do you all think about resaleability? Also, a few of you chimed in already, but I'd like to hear more about the pros and cons of a 15a. It's just me and my dogs, and I boondock and seldom stay in campgrounds and a Portapotty's fine. Anything else I should consider?
Will also add that I've owned a 17b and hated trying to drag it into the back country - always worried about damaging the pipes underneath.
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02-05-2015, 09:53 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Trailer: 2017 Escape 5.0 TA
Posts: 15,568
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I have always maintained that the 15A gives the most trailer for its size. Willingness to forgo the space hogging bath in a trailer that size, makes it feel very roomy.
Personally, I would think that there would be no issue at all with resale, as there will always be someone looking for what this trailer offers. Just because it does not fit well into Escapes production line with the popularity of the larger units, does not make it any less viable to someone wanting what it does have to offer.
As well, I would not be all that concerned with dragging a 17B into the backcountry. One does have to be cautious, but if it was raised a bit with a high lift axle, I would not worry too much. I have drug my 19 into some areas that had pretty rough access, I just took it slow and easy.
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2015 Ford F150 Lariat 3.5L EcoBoost
2009 Escape 19 (previous)
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02-05-2015, 09:59 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Western, Colorado
Trailer: 17b
Posts: 148
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Thanks, Jim. I was dragging in a few places, but I didn't have a lifted axle. I spend most of my time in the Utah backcountry and frequent some bad roads that I think the 15a would love.
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02-05-2015, 11:12 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Bellingham and Glacier, Washington
Trailer: 2013 Escape 15A
Posts: 2,062
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There have been several posted opinions about how difficult it might be to sell a trailer in this day and age with no bathroom facilities, but there will always be someone out there like me who wouldn't have it any other way. It just may take a bit longer but that person is there. Space-hogging bathrooms...an understatement in my opinion. With windows all the way round, there is a good feeling of openness in these little guys. You may find that it is everything you want or need anyway and not want to sell it.
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2013 Escape 15A, "Egbert"
'93 Ford 150 XLT or
'22 GMC Acadia Denali
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02-05-2015, 11:39 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Bend, Oregon
Trailer: 2015 Escape 21
Posts: 146
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If it were just myself, not a family of four, I would have one of those new 15A's in my garage in a heartbeat!
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02-05-2015, 11:56 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Trailer: 1979 Boler B1700
Posts: 14,935
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Entirely aside from the saleability of a travel trailer without a bathroom, I think whether or not the model variant is currently in production will have little if any effect on reselling it. The manufacturer is still around and successful so they are available for support, and there are no unique parts to this model which would be replacement problems, so I don't see why it would matter if the model is still made.
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02-05-2015, 12:14 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Chilliwack, British Columbia
Trailer: 2008 17B Escape
Posts: 766
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Just think of how fast the old Bolers and Trilliums still sell....and they haven't been in production in YEARS!
A new Escape even without a bathroom should be even more desirable..
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02-05-2015, 02:31 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Brentwood Bay, British Columbia
Trailer: 2012 15-A
Posts: 126
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Bolers and trilliums, some of the prices are crazy for a 30 year old trailer. We love our 15A.
Scot
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02-05-2015, 06:31 PM
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Member
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Kimberley, British Columbia
Trailer: Sold 2016 17B / looking for another
Posts: 64
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I was also considering picking up one of the 15As, after the 15B was snatched up so quickly.
I spoke with Reace about retrofitting some options to give the 15A some more creature comforts and to make it more off-road-worthy. Everything I asked about was doable at this point on the remaining 15As:
-- add Hot Water Heater and Exterior Shower (he said there maybe an upcharge for this because there would be some extra fiddling needed to insert the tank)
-- dual batteries
-- dual propane
-- underbelly insulation
-- high lift axle
-- aluminum rims
If you can deal with the porta-potty, this is an awesome rig. My spouse said NO to the idea of upsizing from a VW campervan to a $20k+ trailer unless it has a loo. If the 15A had showering facilities, it would make resale easier, I imagine.
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02-05-2015, 07:15 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: kootenays, British Columbia
Trailer: 2011 15b
Posts: 221
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I agree with Canadark. If I was looking at the 15A I would want it to have hot water and the outside shower and think it would really help resale.
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02-06-2015, 06:05 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Western, Colorado
Trailer: 17b
Posts: 148
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Only one left...
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02-06-2015, 07:02 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Oakland, California
Trailer: not yet
Posts: 166
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The Silver Graphics one got snapped up. Since they announced they won't be taking orders, it's their hottest selling trailer.
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02-06-2015, 07:10 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Bend, Oregon
Trailer: 2015 Escape 21
Posts: 146
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Two down, one to go...
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02-06-2015, 07:49 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Western, Colorado
Trailer: 17b
Posts: 148
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Yup - I bought it (the silver one).
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02-06-2015, 07:51 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Antelope, California
Trailer: 2009 17B "Suite Escape" pulled by a 2020 Toyota Sienna
Posts: 1,565
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Congratulations! You are in for good times.
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02-06-2015, 08:00 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Western, Colorado
Trailer: 17b
Posts: 148
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Thanks - can't wait to go get it! And the Escape team is the best. And according to the VIN#, I got the last one they made, I think. ends in 41
And thanks for all your comments, everyone!
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02-06-2015, 08:30 PM
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#17
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Bellingham and Glacier, Washington
Trailer: 2013 Escape 15A
Posts: 2,062
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How exciting for you...I hope you love it as much as I do mine!
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Karen Hulford
2013 Escape 15A, "Egbert"
'93 Ford 150 XLT or
'22 GMC Acadia Denali
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02-06-2015, 09:05 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Western, Colorado
Trailer: 17b
Posts: 148
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I love it already, sight unseen.
Karen, have you made any mods to yours?
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02-06-2015, 09:13 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Canyon Lake, Texas
Trailer: 2015 19 "Past Tents", 2021 F150 Lariat 2.7L EB
Posts: 10,222
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Escape While You Can
Yup - I bought it (the silver one).
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Congrats! The 15 is a fine piece of work. End of an era.
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02-06-2015, 09:16 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Bellingham and Glacier, Washington
Trailer: 2013 Escape 15A
Posts: 2,062
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Escape While You Can
Karen, have you made any mods to yours?
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I did a few things; check out the last few pages of this thread: http://www.escapeforum.org/forums/f1...home-2285.html
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Karen Hulford
2013 Escape 15A, "Egbert"
'93 Ford 150 XLT or
'22 GMC Acadia Denali
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