This is the Best RV Ever Made.....and I Bought It!!
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- čas přidán 6. 04. 2022
- This video has been a long time coming. Last year I did an inspection on this 2001 Beaver Patriot Thunder and instantly fell in love with it. While I was not in the market for a diesel pusher, I needed this RV so I purchased it. Beaver RV's were built in Oregon and were soon aquired by Monaco in 2002. Post Monaco Beaver Coaches are really just clones of Monaco products, but this is top tier original Beaver manufacturing and why Beaver RVs were so highly regarded. So join me as I take you on possibly a too long of tour through my, new to me, 2001 Beaver Patriot Thunder as I try to explain why it is the best RV made and still outshines $1 million and up luxury RVs and Bus conversions to this day 22 years later.
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Do I or will I ever have an RV? Nope. Did I just watch this entire video just because of his smile and infectious happiness....yep, sure did! Now i want one,lol
LOL Thanks!
DITTO ....DITTO.....DITTO !!!
totally ... same lol!!
AWESOME job thanks for sharing
😂😂😂😂😂
Its hard to tell which is better, the rv or how much this guy appreciates it.
The RV :D
🤣🤣🤣🤣
His face expressions remind me of Jim Carrey 🤣 love it ❤
So tired of his strutting, I couldn't finish the video. Hey, each to their own.
i think the latter
I am a disabled Vietnam Veteran. I love this RV. It is nicer than my apartment.
Thank you for your service, you're awesome!!❤😊
My face is hurting from smiling because watching you is like watching a kid in a candy store! I feel your pride of ownership and I'm very happy for you!👍👏😊
Thanks Lee! I am very proud of it
you took the words literally out of my mouth!
It's great to see somebody appreciating something, knowing it will continue to be well taken care of.
@@JohnO318 As well with classic autos, care and upgrades are the most
Important to something lasting. A outstanding RV for sure.
It's beautiful! I'd be proud too. Enjoy! : )
Don't feel like a brag, I just bought a 1999 fleetwood south wind. The owner must have been a pilot because everything has been well documented in logbooks all of the way back to when he purchased it in 1999. For 98 k. Everything looks brand new. Nothing has been used. Just maintained. I can't believe it. Picked it up for 10 k. so those finds are out there. Feel blessed. Thankful for recognized opportunity. Sometimes ya just get lucky. :)
I don't hv an RV. I may never hv an RV. I am watching this video mesmerized by the quality of the rig and the passionate delivery of all the details. She's 🎉a beauty- Congratulations 🎊 👏
Thar was the only other manufacturer thar built their own chassis. Now Newell Coach is the only one left in the USA that builds their own chassis. 😮😊
I love it when people can't stop themselves from smiling even if they try. A sign of true happiness. Congratulations on finding your dream RV.
Thanks for watching!! :)
It helps the sun is in his eyes 🙂
Congratulations on your recent acquisition. Clearly The Good Lord above has landed a huge, golden RV upon you. You, being an experienced RV Technician, has the experience and capacity to appreciate what you have, and how well it has been kept up to be in tip top condition. This goes to show you that age is no barrier to quality.
WOW! 21 years old and looks better than 2022 RVs. The solid, rich cherry wood is something you won't find on most RVs. You have a beautiful RV....
I'm always happy to see it!
You absolutely deserve to have an RV that nice and that well cared for. You have nothing to be sorry about. If it wasn't you that got it, it would've been someone else. The great part is, you know how to work on all of it, and how to continue to take great care of it. Enjoy every minute of using it and having great travels.
This is absolutely THE BEST RV I've ever seen and I've been "window shopping" for many years, decades even. Excellent attention to detail in the upgrades and video as well. I don't blame you one bit for the immense joy you have with this purchase.You scored a diamond with this purchase. Enjoy 🎉
Wow, thank you!
I do agree, A Diamond. I have seen many, subscribed to many RV channels, and this one is the Best one I have seen to date. Don't know how much, and I don't want orneed to know. Whatever he spent, was well worth the price....I especially Loved the Awning over the passenger side. The le gththwy went to cover most of the entrance to the RV, Amazing! Hope you have enjoyed and keep enjoying this one of a kind RV. Thanks for sharing this. It also gives me and helps me with ideas of my own, and what to look for, if I ever decide to by one. Have a Safe, Blessed and Wonderful day. Angela from eastern North Carolina but live in Colorado now. Oh, and this is probably my 4th or 5th time watching your video...😊
I understand you thanking us for sticking around through the lengthy tour, but you're teaching us what to look for in quality builds and upgrades. I'm working on a van build, and your channel helps me understand and calibrate my thinking to a higher quality home. It's not about the specific items you point out- it's about the reasoning behind it that adds to my my knowledge and lean to forward thinking.
It is perfectly acceptable to have pride in such a nice machine, it isn't boasting. I like the lengthy description, because it gives me more ideas of what to do to my rig (or future rig).
I wrote him almost the exact same thing without even reading yours!! Great minds think alike! lol
Exactly, i do not even have an RV but can appreciate a great find in anything like this or anything else and a man or woman who can truly appreciate it and explain to others why... this is definitely not bragging at all
The more I look and the more I see, the more I realize how right you are about this coach in every way. This coach is in the sweet spot, with quality features and price. You found it.
I appreciate that!
I have to say, the Americans know how to build RVs. This vehicle is beautiful and I love the commentary. 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
This is a wonderful presentation.
Your excitement is infectious and is thoroughly enjoyable to watch. I saw no pretense whatsoever; just someone who appreciates everything that has gone into the design, workmanship and maintenance of your home. Congratulations on your purchase and may you have many safe years and adventures!
Thank you for sharing your wonderful home.
Thats very kind!! Thank you
it was definitely the "cats meow" i n 2001-2010!!!
It is always such a pleasure to watch someone whose hobby, work and passions all line up. Enjoy your new toy!
We got a Beaver Monterey a few years ago based on no DeF and how many reviews in forums. Man we lucked out with a well maintained 2 owner unit. I thought it was the one I'd buy until I upgraded but she's a keeper. And we spent so little, that upgrades are easy to justify. I feel James pride in finding the best RV value on the market. Congratulation James.
Your enthusiasm for your beautiful RV is palpable... please don't apologise for it! 🌟I wish you many, many happy hours in your new home away from home! 💝
Thanks for watching!! :)
Like so many others have stated... I watched this video till the end not only because it is an amazing rig but because YOU were such a joy to watch... you are such a proud owner and im sure you will enjoy and care for that beautiful machine for many years. Only someone who has worked on and understands these rigs would be able to know THE ONE. I have watched a few of your videos as I seek info for my hopeful future purchase. Your knowledge and great personality make your videos worth watching. Thank you for such a great video and experience.
This coach is in unreal condition and the fact it's been enjoyed and still in that condition and the condition of that roof wow! Great purchase James! Had to have been stored indoors. Extremely personal I know but would be interested in what you paid for this coach.
I looks like all of its owners have cared for it a lot and its most likely had its place that has kept it out of the weather when its not used.
WHAT A FIND! I'd love to know the cost as well. IM ABSOLUTELY GREEN with envy.
I’d love to know the price as well! Come on James, let us know ballpark🤣
Its likely in the 60-70k range.
How delightful to see a magnificent vehicle go to a man who truly appreciates and can maintain it. Hope you and your family enjoy it for another 20 years. A true classic.
This reminds me of when we were looking for our class A motorhome. Beaver was desired but out of our price range. We ended up (happily) with a 1996 32 ft. Rexhall Aerbus. Now, it's time to give someone else the pleasure of owning/using our rig. I'm putting it up for sale this year.
I don't own an RV, and will never be owner of one, for some reasons, but I watched the whole video, and boy... the pure happiness of this guy, making a careful, detailed review of his new acquisition is mesmerizing, and getting that one is such incredible, almost mint condition, even more, the past owners really did took care of it, and the minimal blemishes that it has is something even more astonishing.
You can bet that this guy will take care of it, as much as the past owners did, congratulations and may it will last you a long time, problem free
“LOVE THE BEAVER” as a person that loves quality but has limits on justified expense I was quite impressed with your coach, I did some shopping and was pleasantly surprised definitely a hidden gem.
James I am very happy for you, your exuberance comes through in the video. Glad you found it, now you need to make sure you take time and use it. It does look beautiful. I love the cabinets, I do not like the really shiny high gloss they are not for me, love the cherry look. I hope you get time to enjoy it often and have fun. I did not think you were bragging or anything, just a happy person that really is proud of the coach.
Good score dude. You probably got a smoking deal on it as well. Don't feel too bad about sharing your enthusiasm. You know what they say, "If you got it, flaunt it". Being an RV tech, you are the kind of guy who appreciates this kind of find. Maybe the universe was waiting for a humble person like you to come along. That Beaver's got some good vibes, and many more miles to go. Good Karma to you and yours. Happy motoring!
James, this is an absolutely wonderful coach. I can understand your pride in it. Congratulations.
I just have to say this is the best RV tour video I've seen. Your attention to detail is really nice, and I appreciate the little details in your video production that some may miss or take for granted (like the transitions on the underbody lighting and the driving view for the passenger side windows). I know what goes into making a good video, and your skills are second to none.
You obvious pride and excitement over your awesome RV find is refreshing and heartwarming.
I've liked and subscribed, and look forward to watching all your videos!
Thank you Dave! That's very kind of you to say--I think of my editing skills as self-taught and novice but I appreciate the compliment! :)
it's really interesting to see how much into this RV you are...it wasn't boring to watch someone have such passion and being grateful for the up grades the last owner did on the RV...good for you finding an awesome RV...👍
Watching how excited you are about this RV is so freakin awesome. I'm so happy for you!
Congratulations James! I think that through the whole video, you had the biggest smile on your face I’ve seen in any of your videos. As you well know, the worst thing you can do to an RV is not use it. So, enjoy it. Respectfully, Kevin
They had one similar in bend when I was shopping and almost pulled the trigger but found a 06 mountain aire tag. I truly think these pre emission coaches are still some of the best made and thought out chassis and engineered to last. Nice find man, get yourself a radar detector now.
Very cool...you have probably been waiting for a long time for something to come across that you couldn't resist. Love the RV and your enthusiasm and I know this RV will continue to amaze for years to come. Thanks bud for sharing 👍
My husband found you when researching a 2005 Monaco Camelot 40PDQ that we did indeed buy, in part thanks to you. Your excitement for your coach is a beautiful thing to see. Congratulations!! Our rig needs some work and my husband has already reached out to you, to which you responded right away (regarding our missing screen door). We love your videos and hope to meet you someday soon! Please keep doing what you do!!
Thank you for the tour, James! I really enjoyed it and my enjoyment was heightened by your obvious pleasure from showing us your RV. 🙂
That is an amazing RV! And you should be damn proud to own it! And with the owners pride that you show in this video it looks like this RV has found the right home and the right owner. Cheers!
Love it! You are just so happy giving us all a tour of your great place! It is in pristine condition and you are so fortunate to be it's new owner. Enjoy every minute with your great buy!
Thank you so much!
Wonderful RV. Your tour was great, and the way you describe the detail of everything together with your enthusiasm it . I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Excellent.
Congrats James this a real beauty, happy for you may you be blessed with many many wonderful miles ahead!
Wow! A Tiffen AND Beaver fan boy! I can't imagine a better scenario for finding the best Class A diesel pusher out there than by doing inspections. Congratulations, James. You've got a keeper.
I must say i thought i saw some very nice RVs until i saw this one it is the best ive ever seen in my life 2001 and to know it one of a kind year older then mine the one i own all i can say they don t get any better. oldy but goodie . And im realy set on finding that year .
We enjoyed your sharing your new RV purchase. Like many others here have commented, your gratitude and appreciation are what make it worth watching. Excellent job. May it serve you well for many years.
I remember the inspection on it. That is a beautiful Rig no matter how old it is. Congrats on getting it. Now it time to injoy it James!
That's an exclusive gem 💎 you found! You're appreciation 💗 for this coach showed through the whole video you never stopped smiling.... Great coach for sure! Congratulations 🎊 on your new purchase just make sure you make time to enjoy it!!
Nicer than a lot of homes people live in! Love that you’re so excited about it. Congratulations and enjoy your new rig.
You are so humble and appreciative.
I hope you enjoy your RV, and how many places!
Congrats , that unstoppable smile of a truly proud owner. Super nice rig.
Hi James, that Beaver is incredibly awesome and beautiful! It's great to see how happy and excited you are about this motorhome....and I don't blame you. I'm so impressed with everything about it but especially how awesome and glossy the paint is. I also love the slide out roofs instead of the toppers. I think they should all have the molded roofs. I loved the longer, comprehensive tour. I look forward to seeing additional videos of the motorhome. Congrats and enjoy!!!!
Thanks so much!
You should be proud of your RV, it's beautiful, for any age - and it's the only one I've seen where I like the timber finish inside. Anyone could very comfortably in it as their permanent home. Thanks for showing us through. I enjoyed every minute of your guided tour.
Wow! I feel like I just got a masterclass on what to look for when I start shopping for an RV or floor-plan my own build out! Thank you
Go for it!
Awesome! Super nice rig. A friend had a Safari on the Magnum chassis. Very very similar. I just picked up a 1998 Newmar Mountain Aire. A lot of similar thinking and ways of doing things. The older ones are just better than what you can get today.
James, I have been watching your inspections and repairs for a couple of years now and I just came across this video. I couldn't be happier for you because I purchased a 1999 Beaver Patriot Thunder 425 in Jan. of 2021 that had 43,765 miles on it, in immaculate condition as yours. l added 1300 watts of solar, a 3000 watt inverter and 60 amp charger with 4-100 amp hour Lithium Ion batteries so that I can camp anywhere I want with no hookups. I am so proud of my Beaver and my family loved the trip that we have took from Cali. to Montana and the trips to Monterey Ca. that we have enjoyed. Look forward to many more and I couldn't agree more that they don't build coaches like this anymore.
No pricing for us?
How much ?
@@williamcarty8900 yea, how much?!!
Man, you are a lucky dude. What, may I ask, did you have to put out for the one you bought?
I watch your channel because you're honest and I learn a lot from you! You're a hard worker and I really respect that.
Thanks!
Your enthusiasm is palpable ❤ you definitely found a treasure, and your appreciation and care honors the previous owners and the people who designed and crafted this beautiful RV❤
I enjoy seeing how happy you are with it. Never told us how fast it will go.
All other RV representative pale in comparison to this gentleman. Extremely knowledgeable, professional and dedicated. Never have I seen such enthusiasm about a product. He very well may have a stiify.
I didn't, I'm far too professional and dedicated
Great to see your coach bro! That is in the wrapper!! We need to get some RV Drag races going 🏁
Absolutely!! Glad you got to enjoy it!
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If RV drag racing ever takes off. Please notify us in Tennessee. I will not miss a one. Lol
That is one sharp rv sir!!! 🤩
If i owned it i would be mighty proud. Thank you for sharing!
Congratulations, James, on your new baby! I've enjoyed several of your RV/bus reviews, but my favorite of all time was your review of the green Eagle coach that you reviewed a year or two ago that you were so excited about! Thanks for your detailed reviews and for sharing your expertise with us!
Thanks for watching!
Love how this great RV has all best upgrades, done before he got it, score!!!
Great video, I've owned a 2000 Beaver Marquis and loved it. Sold it and upgraded to a 2007 Beaver Marquis Moonstone III because of the layout. Beaver made a solid RV and it shows through time. Keep up the great video's James. Greetings for Tucson, Az and look forward to your next videos.
Congratulations on your new to you Beaver James. Many of the items that you mentioned are also on our 2003 Monaco Dynasty and one of the reasons I keep it on the road and enjoy it vs. upgrading at this time.
Many people think steel A/C ducted vents, simple electrical circuits and solid chassis are high on my must have list and less "fluff" to go wrong.
We had a 1991 Beaver on the Gillig chassis and while it wasn't a power house, it was well built and was still in excellent condition when we sold it in 2007. The only thing I think we went kind of backwards in when we bought our 2003 Dynasty after selling our Beaver was the woodwork. While the Dynasty is nice, it isn't the same quality as the Beaver woodwork.
Glad you found a gem that someone has taken care of.
Mike
Absolutely Beautiful!! Amazing Engineering & Build Quality!! Way to go James! 😎👍🏻
Love your channel. I learn something new every time I watch. Today I learned that you're the WINNER! Incredible purchase. You absolutely have bragging rights and should enjoy every bit of it. Love that you cannot stop smiling like you found the Golden Ticket. I can still sense your disbelief that you scored such treasure. Well done all around! Bravo!!!
Thanks!! I'm always pleased looking at it, just wish I had time to use it more often
Congratulations on your new coach. It's beautiful. I really appreciate the forward-thinking design and engineering details. Plus, when an industry-leading RV Tech gets excited about a coach, you know it's good! Thanks for sharing and above all, enjoy!
Thanks for watching! :)
Your love for this machine is beautiful to watch - thanks for sharing. Only someone who works on them can appreciate all the small details that makes this YOUR castle, enjoy!!! #Beaver 🤓
Thanks for Watching!
This is one of the nicest motorhomes I have ever seen. The engine sounds amazing as well. I am so happy for you! Now, go enjoy yourself. I would love one of these units for sure.
All I see and hear is a VERY happy man. Great walk arround. Great coach! I fully understand your satisfaction. Cheers!
James, I’m proud for you. You definitely deserve it because you work so hard and go out of your way to help others. If you’re ever in central Florida let me know and I’ll take you to dinner.
What could one expect to pay for this coach.
That’s a fantastic coach! My first coach was a 2000 Safari Serengeti that was almost identical to yours. I absolutely loved that coach, such quality that’s hard to find today! Congratulations on your find, you will love your time in it!
Those are great RVs too! Thank you!
I truly love your RV better than all the others you've shown. I much prefer the older models. Just as you mentioned, there are many high points that make this RV unique. I'm jealous! Congratulations!
Ohhh my.. so well maintained and cared for, the sculpted carpets still had the original plastic. Absolute in love with your rv. Subscribed, looking forward to future videos in this beautiful peace of art.❤💙❤
Congratulations on your new rig. Great walk through. Learned a lot from you pointing out all the good of a classic unit. The care of this DP is extraordinary. With all you do for those of us that appreciate your vids, I am very happy for you.
Joe
Thanks Joe!
Happy man!🤩older stuff it works! Yay! Classic, love the icons all over the place… and padded - smart. Love the updates.
What a sweet coach. I've always loved Beaver interiors and overall quality. The beaver symbol..is still the coolest badge in the RV world.
this is the BEST RV I have ever seen. the amenities --- what can I say? LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this!
it's beautiful... and it needs someone like you to appreciate it. congratulations... hope it brings you joy for many years.
I know it will! Thanks!
Very impressive! If anyone deserves a find like this, you do. Because of all the honest information you provide the RV world. And also because of all the hard work you do fixing other people's RVs. Hope you'll have time to enjoy it!
Thanks for watching! :)
Congratulations! Lovely RV! I missed out on a Beaver Contessa that had lived most of it's life in a warehouse, only going on a few trips... Low miles, amazing paint, but if you don't move on it, someone else will, and it's gone!
Aww Man, that's nice! I'm happy that you're so happy 😊 and, it's cool knowing that you're going to take care of her. Thanks for showing us!
Thanks Suzanne!! :)
Thanks for the tour man! Your smile says it all!
Love your enthusiasm, I have a 1998 Monaco Windsor and love it and it also has some nice features that my friends with new coaches don't have. Mine has the one suite slide and it works good closed.
I toast you as I have the same. His rig is deluxe and mine has been in the weather. Dual pane windows on the south side are ruined and my tile is broken. I have removed the window treatments and changed the green carpet. I also changed the fridge but it is still a metal 98 Monaco Windsor 36". They are all the same now from that period but now we can remodel them as we like. Even make them electric drive. I believe it is a good base motothome with a lot of potential to refurbish.
James your coach is absolutely fabulous...thanks for sharing it!
Beautiful coach congratulations on your lucky find. I'd be proud to be the next owner whenever you decide .
man this badass just stumbled across this video, i love how amped up you are over this RV, all smiles the whole time you seem like a great dude, keep up the good work and keep brining quality content, take care
Thanks Don!
This thing is impressive! We have a 2000 Country Coach Affinity and we love it
Just found your channel. The RV tour was enjoyable and your pride in ownership is well deserved. A beautiful home, to many happy travels and journeys.
Welcome aboard! Thanks for Watching!
Congrats on your beautiful Patriot Thunder! I nearly bought one exactly like it in 2010 but just could not swing it at the time. It was and is the nicest coach I’ve ever seen and drove like my Corvette. (Almost). I found a 2001 Holiday Rambler Endeavor with the same floor plan and slide configuration as yours and while it’s not quite as fancy or powerful, it is also extremely well built and fully serviceable with both slides in. My favorite floor plan with all the windows and curb side booth dinette.
Absolutely Love My HR!!! They are built really well also...just here to see another brand's set up lol
This RV is in great shape and in good hands!
I’m jealous. It’s a pleasure watching you show it off, and obviously enjoying showing it off.
Congrats and thanks for such a thorough tour. I'd never heard of the Beaver brand before.
Thanks for watching!
Excellent looking non DEF coach and the baggage doors and the way they open is just a quality piece.
I love how truly pleased you are with this!! best rv video I've ever watched
Glad you enjoyed it!
I am very happy for you. May you create many pleasant memories in your Beaver. Your employer is a lucky man to have someone like you to depend upon. The world would be a better place with more people with your enthusiasm and love of life.
I'm my own employer :)
@@AZExpert What's your business.
James, you look and sound like a Christmas morning with this rv.
Congrats on such amazing find . Definitely take us for a drive.
Congrats James. I am so happy for you. You’re absolutely beaming with pride of ownership. If I ever upgrade I know what to look for. I won’t be trying to drag race you unless I put a duramax or Cummins in my sprinter. 😜. Enjoy life Cheers
It’s good to see you so happy, and you should be! From what I can tell you deserve it!!
Thanks Don!
Thanks, gentleman with so much knowledge, for your expertise. Now I know what to seek. Beautiful, thoughtful design. The quality of the build is stunning. It's got decades left in it.
Congratulations on the RV! You work hard, I hope you get to enjoy it :)
Holy cow. Beautiful. I felt you on this one. Two years ago when we fell in love with and bought our 2005 Ambassador. Now yours is obviously a couple of steps up from ours but you cannot beat three prior owners all of whom loved and cared for the rig. Cannot imagine how the paint held up so well as we are only California sun and have a bunch more checking under the clear. But hey only 60965 miles so may have suffered from under use, but we are making up for it with 14000 miles so far barring diesel price getting too much worse, we have between 8 and 10k on the calendar for this year. We think all the owners so far believed in the medical moto of first do no harm. Your rig has certainly been that way too. Congratulations.
Beautiful RV. It’s fun taking the tour. I had a 1994 Fleetwood Bounder which I loved. Especially as it had a bathtub. But yours is really special.
Awesome coach! I can understand why you are so proud of this Beaver. I've always liked the Beaver line. Take good care!
Yes they are!