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1987 Gulfstream El Capitan 27' motorhome on a 1986 Ford 460 driveline with a John Deere frame (17N53). 20,000 miles, 3rd owner, absolutely rust free. I bought the RV in 2017 and completed a 2-year restoration, replacing the following- batteries, Michelin tires in 2018, ignition module, cap, rotor, plugs, wires, EGR, vacuum hoses, battery isolator, alternator, starter solenoid, 4 shocks, belts, steering stabilizer, front end bushings, master cylinder, all 6 brake hoses, rebuilt power booster, hoses, installed a new transmission remote cooler, brakes on all 4 wheels, new front calipers, generator circuit board, refrigerator circuit board, new water heater, new furnace, new roof air unit, gas tank fuel pump, replaced rubber fuel and vacuum lines, valve cover gaskets, power converter, new exhaust headers, push-button transmission shifter, great stereo, new speakers, rear camera, carpet, interior lights, microwave, and more. Stainless sink, refrigerator, and cabinets are original and the oven has never been used. New CB radio. I spared no cost in making this motorhome as dependable as new, or better. I have a LOT more than $16K invested!

The driveline has been completely serviced, including transmission fluid and filter, differential oil, engine oil (synthetic used), coolant, K&N engine air filter, and power steering fluid.

The exterior roll-out awning was replaced in 2017.

The cruise control works, the Onan generator has 135 original hours and has been serviced with synthetic oil, carb rebuilt, new fuel pump, circuit board, plug wires, and hoses. New house water pump. All the plumbing is good and doesn't leak. New toilet and shower. All interior cushions have been replaced. The bed is king size with a memory foam mattress. The dash is custom made and rewired correctly. Relays control all high current devices- A/C, headlights, fan, etc. All new interior shades and curtains. The freezer goes down to -20 after a few hours, using propane or 120 volts. Everything works!

The engine A/C compressor is new, new condenser, valve, accumulator, hoses, and custom vacuum controls were installed. Refrigerant is factory R-12.

All of the window/frames were removed and resealed, then tinted. The roof has been resealed. Skylight replaced. There is NO water or leak damage anywhere. The exterior has 2 coats of marine grade clear coat.

This motorhome was purchased new in Banning, California, in the fall of1987, I used to work with the buyer and knew him well, he used to brag about how fast this motorhome was. It has been in the Coachella Valley since then, so it has always been in a dry climate. Never in snow. All service records since 2017 and original purchase paperwork included. Currently licensed and registered in California.

The vehicle has been stored under cover during my ownership

The motorhome runs perfectly and handles like a car. 3-speed C-6 transmission, Dana rear end. 11,500 lbs. curb weight. The RV had only 15,000 miles in 2017 and now has 20,000 miles. Nothing is needed, this motorhome is ready to drive anywhere today. I drove it to Colorado once, that is the only long distance trip it ever made.

If you are looking for an older, dependable, and original motorhome that needs nothing, is turn-key ready, this is it. Take $16K to a few RV lots and see what it buys, certainly nothing that needs no work done that is also as dependable as this unit is. You can't find a decent car for $16K, for that matter.

Note- the only damage to the motorhome is shown in the last photo, the wheel opening trim is slightly bent and could easily be straightened.

My landline is 760.775.5160 and has voicemail. It does not accept texts.