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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. if you are wondering why this is so heavy, check out the Why Born Free page.  Clean title in hand.

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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?

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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 

 

We have a number of items already in hand, 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.​​​

Accessories
Unfinished Project
Changes and Repairs

CHANGES 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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Took out TV and arm. This is available to be reinstalled with just a few screws.

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Replaced all exterior hatch latches with stainless steel

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All curtains have been removed

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Doors to interior overhead storage compartment have been removed but can be replaced with original hinges intact (or leave off if converting to a sleeping space).

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Carpet on walls and ceiling and all upholstery professionally cleaned.

 

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REPAIRS BASED ON ORIGINAL INSPECTION

3/2024 to today

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All seals and sealant gaps have been 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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Dash A/C: seems to be fixed but we didn’t do anything?

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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 problem resolved: unit was completely replaced 

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Overnight test on batteries was fine: not replaced

 

LP detector replaced

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Dauber screens installed

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All carpet on walls and ceiling has been professionally cleaned, reducing staining (but not removing). Seats were cleaned at the same time (but not floor carpet since we intended to remove it)

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PROJECTS UNDERWAY

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We started on the process of completely re-thinking the couch into a daybed and also converting the above cab area to a bed. This is partially done. We have the two  6” Zinus memory foam mattresses and the furniture grade plywood which will go with the sale if you want to finish the conversion. We also have the original parts if you want to put it back to the original.

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KNOWN ISSUES​

Refrigerator - works on propane and electric, but does not change between the two automatically as it should

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

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Asking price with all accessories

$24,000

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