Bigfoot is hard to see .....

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Well, in our continuous quest to find a RV we are very interested
in a 17' Bigfoot. It looks like this is the smallest model that
will meet our needs. (I thought bigfoot lived in Oregon).

I am really having trouble getting info and seeing one! I called
our local Bigfoot dealer and he basically said the only way I could see
one was to order it! He said I could see a bigger model but he will
never have a 17' on the lot. He did say that they were expecting
one off the line in July and I was early enough to get it in the
configuration that I wanted but only if I put a down payment on it.
Otherwise it will be sold before I could see it. They did not even
offer to let me see a sold one. Did not seem very interested to
even work with me.

I have sent requests directly to Bigfoot, to Rosmans (sp?) and to
Gib's RV but none of these have responded.

I guess if I were buying a bigger model, I wouldn't mind buying it
signt unseen but with the 17' model, I really want to check out the
size and the "feel" before I buy.

So how did the rest of you Bigfoot owners get yours? Did you go to
Canada? My wife says she might like a trip up the coast to BC.

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I can't believe your local dealer couldn't/wouldn't help you more. To ask you look at a different size than you want is dumb on his part. If he doesn't want to stock 17's then he's missing a large part of the marketplace and it sounds like he'll lose your business.

Here's 3 17's that you might want to look at

(these are the 2 main dealers in the lower mainland - Vancouver area):

B.C.R.V. Sales
40990 Yale Road
Chilliwack (British Columbia) (about 1-1.5 hrs from Vancouver- east)
V2R4J2
Phone: 604-823-4848
Toll free in North America: 1-888-846-7566

<img src=http://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/uploads/3ec15a116c4a6Bigfoot-17CB.jpg/>

Bigfoot 15B17CB 2003
Price : $ 26995
Unit of Measurement : feet
Stock Number : 1349
Weight : 2500
Interior Colour : Cashmere/Honey Oak
Exterior Colour : White
Length : 17
Status : Used
Warranty : Available
Financing : Available
Exterior : Fiberglass
Sleeps : 4
Flooring : Lino
Fridge/Freezer : Dual
Option RV : Water Heater, Awning, Ceiling Fans/Vents, Toilet, Furnace, Range Hood, Shower, Stove, Propane Tank, TV Antenna, Cable Hookup, LPG/CO2 Detectors, Electrical Hookup, Spare Tire, Sofa Bed/Daveno
Description : Beautiful trailer, 2003's all have 15" wheels now - great!
Warranty Description: Solid warranty & solid commitment to customer service

<img src=http://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/uploads/3ec15b42f3916Bigfoot-17CB2-2000.jpg/>

Bigfoot 15B17CB 2000
Price : $ 21995
Unit of Measurement : feet
Stock Number : 1395
Weight : 2800
Interior Colour : OAK
Exterior Colour : BURGUNDY
Length : 16.7
Water Tank Capacity : 30
Sewage Tank Capacity : 27
Fridge Capacity : 6 CU FT
Status : Used
Warranty : Available
Financing : Available
Exterior : Fiberglass
Sleeps : 4
Flooring : Lino
Fridge/Freezer : Dual
Option RV : Oven, Stove, Microwave, TV Antenna, Cable Hookup, DC Converter, Stereo, Pre-Owned, Insulated Plumbing, Toilet, Awning, Shower, Furnace, Range Hood, Ceiling Fans/Vents, Air Conditioner(Roof), Propane Tank, Water Heater, LPG/CO2 Detectors, Electrical Hookup, Exterior Showers, Spare Tire
Description : Full winter package, as new insided, classic Bigfoot trailer with new replacements value over $32,000.

************ Or you can try ************

Otto Mobiles
17535-55B Avenue
Surrey (British Columbia) (about 1/2 hour east of Vancouver)
V3S5V2
Phone: 604-574-4901
Fax:604-574-3954

<img src=http://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/uploads/3ec15d1260b5cBigfoot 15B17CB.jpg/>

Bigfoot 15B17CB 2003
Price : $ 30748
Unit of Measurement : feet
Stock Number : 23037
Length : 17
Status : New
Financing : Available
Option RV : Stereo, Skylight, Oven, Spare Tire, Microwave, Rear Stabilizer Jacks, Shower
Description : Additional features include: a hidden tv antenna, outside access door, Fantastic Fan, heated and enclosed holding tanks, thermal pane windows, day/night shades, exterior shower with winter valves, roof rack and ladder, self storing awning, stabilizer jacks and am/fm cd player. For more information, please call 604-574-4901. Or stop by and visit us at 17535-55 B Avenue, Surrey BC.

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two other things:

Walk onto your dealer's lot and look at any he might have in stock. I never asked when I was looking - I just assumed I could do as I pleased - no one questions a potential customer. :o

Don't assume that because someone has a website or email, that they will respond to you. I know we would all like that, but it seems there is a large part of the world that refuses to utilize the internet in an efficient manner. That's their choice so......PHONE THEM!

(I'm speaking from experience!) :) :)

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Have recently spotted several 20' Bigfoot fifth wheel ads ('84 - '89)
Let me know if your interested in where.
Would several Bigfoot's be a Bigfeet?

BillH
Scamp Fiver

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Thanks Rick, You are always a good source of info. You are a good
salesman. Do you get a commision:lol This is good comparison info
but ... I really need to stand in a 17' unit to see if it is
comfortable for my wife and I.

Bill, my two vehical is a Avalanche so a 5th wheel will not work for
us.

I still really like the photo's Rick posted ...

I think you are right about Web presence though ... hard for us
techies to see.

- Joe:bh

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Hey Joe - I'm just trying to help. :) (but I'll gladly take commission to anyone who offers...lol)

Bottom line is that if I was an American and wanted a Bigfoot - I'd head north - no doubt about it. But I'd look for used, as the new ones are steep in price. They do hold their value extremely well...it's just that my pockets aren't that deep.

The 17's have the same headroom as my 21, and as I've stated before my brother (6'4" or more) has no problems, and he's experienced more that a few dents in his head in his life time. :o

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Hi Joe,
I do not know if you would be interested in a used 17.5 ft Bigfoot or just new. Found this for sale in the local newspaper.
1992 17.5 Bigfoot trailer,fully self contained,stereo,tv antenna,awning. 1850lbs,excellent cond.c/w hitch, $11,600. phone 250-548-3484.
This would be in the Vernon British Columbia area. Laurence