Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2001 19:50:57 -0500
Reply-To: Ron Semko <vwbuspilot@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From: Ron Semko <vwbuspilot@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: Safari Trek
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Hermann wrote:
> Ron,
>
>ditto here. I fell in love with the Trek Isuzu at a KOA in Spokane. A road
>construction worker used it during his seasonal jobs. He volunteered to
>show
>us his Trek and we liked it. Do they come with the second bed that lifts up
>- we have two children? Also, can you tow a small car/jeep behind it?
>Third,
>can you get them close to 20 000$ used?
>TIA
>
>Cheers,
>Hermann de Boer
>87 Westy
Herman,
The second bed that you are refering to is the "Magic Bed", that drops down
from the ceiling, it is "standard equipment" on all the 24 and 28 foot
Trek's.
They built a 30 and 33 foot Trek for a couple of years with a Cummings 190
diesel, or Chevy 454 gas, that had a seperate bedroom, and on those units
the Magic bed was an option. But for the average buyer it was too
underpowered for the weight (guess the "average buyer" never owned a
Vanagon).
Yes you can tow a small car/jeep behind the Trek (even the Izuzu powered
Trek), it comes equiped with a tow hitch and elec hookup.
Now for price, $20,000. M'mmmmmmmm maybe. I just appraised a 1997 with
17,000 miles on the clock at the Safari Ralley, and it booked out for
$38,000 wholesale. These units tend to hold thier value because of the
construction and materials used. Thier hard to hurt unless you really abuse
them. You may find a used Izuzu powered Trek in that price range.
Now to prove that I actually sell these (OK, I'm actually the Show Team
Sales Manager, but I do sell them too.):
I do happen to have a great selection of used Treks in inventory, including
three Izuzu powered, if you are interested let me know and I will check out
how much we really have in the units, and I will give you the best price.
Actually you can go to our website at:
www.batesrv.com
scroll through and see the inventory yourself.
Ron Semko
Orlando, Florida
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Ron Semko
>To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>Sent: 2/9/01 5:58 AM
>Subject: Re: Safari Trek
>
>Ed wrote:
>
> >Ron:
> >
> >I have been a Vanagon List member for many years, lurking most of the
> >time. Knew you were in the RV biz and have just seen on the List that
> >you deal in the Safari line.
> >
> >I have had an interest for a few years in the Trek and wondered if you
> >could give me any insight in that model. Have been to their web site
> >and have 'some' printed info. I like the 24'. It looks like it is a
> >step up from my '86 Westy and will serve me for the type of camping we
> >do.
> >
> >We now own (other than the Westy and a '72 Bug) a '86 Escaper by Damon
> >(25') towed by an '86 Ford 250 PU.
> >
> >So, when you have the time, let me know what you think or any input
> >you may forward. Thanks!
> >
> >Ed Henckel
> >1752 Robin Hood Rd.
> >Mt Bethel, PA 18343
> >
>Ed,
>
>The Safari Trek "IS" an excellent vehicle, no question about it. I have
>been
>involved with the Trek for about 10 years, so if you have any particular
>questions I will be happy to answere, or get the answere for you.
>
>I personally prefer the older Trek's that were built on the Izuzu
>chassis.
>It is even equiped with an exhaust brake. Gets great fuel economy, and
>the
>engine will run forever (or close to it).
>
>The coach part is made exactly the same as it's very expensive big
>brother's
>with alum. sidwalls, fiberglass roof, solid wood interior (there is no
>wrap
>or partical board on the interior, solid Alder wood). I comes with solar
>panels, a 1000 watt inverter, generator, more than adequate holding
>tanks,
>jacks, and on and on.
>
>Just last weekend we had the Safari Winter Homecoming Ralley here at the
>Orlando Fairgrounds. Had about 1000 Safari's including many Trek's.
>
>If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.
>
>Ron Semko
>Orlando, Florida
>
>
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