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ABOUT THE COACH

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This 1998 Rear Bath model has 92,000 miles on it.  It has a Ford E350 Econoline van chassis with a 10-cylinder gas engine. The hitch is rated for 5,000 lbs. It has rear dually tires.  Clean title in hand. For updates and maintenance (tires, brakes, etc.) see below.

SOME COACH HISTORY

We love this Born Free,  and it is our second one--just not able to enjoy it due to health issues.

 

​​We had it inspected before our purchase in March 2024, and we're happy to provide the inspection report. We don't believe there was ever a smoker using this coach but there was a bit of water "marking" on the woodwork which we had tested and it is all dry.  We have the original owner's manual and all receipts since we have owned it. We're happy to accommodate an inspector--we are about 30 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul.

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​I can easily drive this and feel like it is a cargo van. It has a rear-view camera (on all the time, not just when backing) and great sight lines. This coach is a perfect size for two people (and in our case, two beagles). You can park it on a city street, and easily navigate narrow roads.  

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To see more about general Born Free history, and learn why Born Free owners are so loyal, check out Why Born Free?

Accessories
Upgrades
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We love this Born Free, and it is our second one--just not able to enjoy it due to health issues. I can easily drive this and feel like it is a cargo van. It has a rear-view camera (on all the time, not just when backing) and great sight lines. This coach is a perfect size for two people. You can park it on a city street, and easily navigate narrow roads. We are about 30 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul but will consider driving it to meet you closer to your home. To see more about general Born Free history, and learn why Born Free owners are so loyal, check out Why Born Free?

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Asking price with all accessories

$24,000

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THE DRIVE-ME PACKAGE!

​​EXTERIOR

  1. Potable water hose 

  2. 30amp connector + extension cable

  3. Black water hose for dump station

  4. 50a to 30a adapter (aka dogbone)

  5. 30a to 110v adapter

  6. 30a EMS (like a surge protector but for low and high and other issues)

  7. Roadside flare set

  8. Leveling blocks (2 sets)

  9. Naugahyde cover for exterior windshield

  10. Tank filler with shut off valve

  11. Tire covers

  12. Hitch 

 

INTERIOR

  1. New set of Corelle dishes (this 12-piece set plus some additional pieces) 

  2. New set of 4 coffee cups

  3. Flatware and steak knives

  4. Stacking (plastic) mixing bowls

  5. Misc. other kitchen items (grater, measuring cups, etc.)

  6. Set of heavyweight Magma stacking cookware

  7. Chef's knives 

  8. Kitchen towels

  9. 2 sets of towels for bathroom

  10. Elfa brand silver metal baskets for food storage

  11. Berkey water filter system 

 

We have a number of additional items, that will go with the sale and can be installed as upgrades:

  1. Paper towel holder

  2. Toilet paper holder

  3. Towel racks

  4. In-shower holder for shampoo, etc.

  5. Magnetic knife strip

  6. Fold up bamboo cutting board

  7. Pivoting table leg and all hardware (Cass E-Z reach) with 16” arm, adjustable to eating or counter height; and custom made pine table top. You can attach it to the end of the couch and it will go to counter height for cooking, or adjust down to couch height for a second table (or to stack drying dishes)​. Or attach it for use outside.​​​

UPGRADES SINCE PURCHASE

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Installed a rear view camera

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Removed old DVD player and all electronics in the over cab area. This is not available to be re-installed.​

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Replaced all exterior hatch latches with stainless steel​​

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Carpet on walls and ceiling and all upholstery professionally cleaned.

 

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ONGOING MAINTENANCE

Receipts Available

 

4/5/2021

Purchased by 2nd owner

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4/24/21 @ 87,377 miles

Replace air filter

Replace PCV elbow

 

6/11/21 @ 87,533 miles

Overall tune up

Oil change

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6/24/21

New house battery installed

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9/29/21

Replace 2 plumbing vents, AC shroud, refrigerator vent

Replace refrigerator circuit board

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6/9/22 

Replace 6 tires (Toyo HT)

Replace front brake pads, rotors, bearings, seals, calipers, bearings

Replace rear brake shoes, hardware, drums, bleed all lines

Service transmission

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6/23/2023 - @88,000 miles

Drain and flush coolant system

  • Replace 2 heater hoses

  • Replace upper radiator hose, degass bottle, and hoses to oil filter housing and to reservoir

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Replace standard headlight bulbs with "brilliant"

Replace engine battery

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3/1/2024 @ 88,904 miles

Purchased by us (3rd owner)

See NRVIA inspection report

Mechanical inspection and oil change​

 

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REPAIRS BASED ON INSPECTIONS

Receipts Available

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Repairs Summer 2024 (see NRVIA Inspection report)

All seals and sealant gaps addressed

 

All screw trim removed; screws replaced with stainless steel and caulked, new trim applied (black) and newly caulked (see original photos on p. 13-23—all replaced throughout)

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All other caulking removed and replaced

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Roof resealed

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Satellite dish removed

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Entry lock fixed​​​

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Removed out of date spare tire (new one can now be mounted)

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Porch light, floor entry light, and BF handle light all fixed

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Converter unit was completely replaced 

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Battery overnight test- no replacement needed

 

LP detector replaced

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Dauber screens installed​​​​​

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Spring 2025 (@ 92,000 miles)

Replaced rear inside dually valve stem

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KNOWN ISSUES​

Refrigerator - works on propane and electric, but does not always change between the two automatically as it should (warning alarm sounds if it does not switch)

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Some windows have fogging (but do not leak)

 

Fantastic fan - has an intermittent problem with powering on

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Dash A/C: works on side vents, but not in front vents

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The blind on the large window has broken and needs to be restrung​​​

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Maintenance
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