It's becoming a rare coach. We've just been to a couple Alfa rallies. Many people were original owners. And many were on their 2nd Alfa. One due to an accident, the other jumped at a chance to get a larger one. Lot's of experts in online groups and a west coast shop where the original assembly team still works.
Looking good guys. We have a 2006 Monaco Dynasty. You are not kidding about those years being high quality. We level on the air suspension. No jacks. We have keyless entry on the bays. We have Aqua Hot and hydronic heating. A full size residential refrigerator and a stack washer and dryer. Since it's a Monaco Dynasty my wife named her Lady Dye. When we make reservations they always want pictures because of the age. When we get there they all want to come see it because they think I photoshopped the pictures. They always asked if we have repainted it. The answer is no. Lady Dye still looks new. 🤗
These Alfa See Ya coaches are wonderful coaches. I looked at one and I really liked it. The floorplan is wonderful and there is so much room in there! You don’t even feel like you are in a motorhome. It feels like a one bedroom apartment. There is ample storage for clothing and food items and cooking utensils. Inside the coach, I felt like I wouldn’t be giving up anything. I didn’t buy the coach because the condition wasn’t great. The dealer let his son and grandkids live in it and it was filthy. But if I ran across an Alpha in good condition, I certainly would buy it. They’re wonderful. Especially this one with the lithium ion battery system? I would be on that in a heartbeat.
We bought our 2000 Newmar Dutch Star from Tucson Park and Sell last June. Eli, Brad and the entire team were phenomenal help. Love our older Diesel Pusher. It has been a great fun traveling all over these United States.
Congrats ! We do love older coach, had a couple of monaco products late 1996 to 1999 and step up (was a dream) to a prevost 1995. Best buy we ever done !
I know a woman that had an Alfa and she loved it. They’re very well built coaches and much depends on how it was cared for. I’m planning to sell my home and get into a coach and the Alfa is really in my mind. I e looked at high end coaches too but they don’t really have any more features. I’ve been thinking of refinishing the interior with modern luxury finishes. Like floor treatments, wall paper, and veneers or some kind of finishing treatment for the cabinets and storage. My question is, does the heating a cooling keep you comfortable in the coach? I’ve heard positive and negative about the basement air. I love your channel and I’m very happy be a subscriber. You guys are great!
There are several well cared for Alfa's for sale in our Alfa Facebook groups. Some are original owners. There was a huge issue with the fabrication of the exterior surface. The result is a blistering of the gelcoat referred to as "Alfa Pox". There are some remedies, but best to look for one without this probkem. There are some issues with the floor venting. One, cold air doesn't rise. And two, the vents are located in places where slides and furniture block the flow. Both of these issues are remedied by putting in 2 rooftop air conditioners in place of fans. Another plus is that current owners can communicate via Facebook and the original builders have a shop in California where original parts are still obtainable. Plus a few expert shops exist around the country. You can message us on Facebook & we can chat more. @roamingwithrosie.
Thanks, We were looking for an Alfa initially when purchased the Holiday Rambler. Both coaches are built very well. Good luck on finding your new home. Let us know when you find it.
@@RoamingWithRosie yes, we definitely will let you guys know. We want a used one like a holiday rambler or similar, but with our toad being 5,000 pounds it's a bit trickier. Safe travels!
Kudos to you! Enjoy your maiden voyage. Make sure to join the Alfa Owners group on Facebook. If you ever have any questions regarding your rig. The group is a great resource. Thanks for watching!
Very nice… My wife and I are leaning towards selling the house in Southern Arizona and full timing it even though we’ve never owned a motorhome. I’ve been watching TH-cam videos on all kinds of motorhomes for the last year. There’s a lot of variety out there and we’re still learning so we’ll see where this journey takes us… Just found your channel today and subscribed.
It is a fabulous thought. I would highly recommend getting a used one like Rosie Too. That way if it isn't what you were expecting you won't lose a ton of money getting out of it. My wife and I have a 2006 42' Monaco Dynasty diesel pusher. Fulltiming isn't for us, but we definitely enjoy traveling. Wishing you all the best.
Just discovered your channel. I was very impressed with the work you did on the original Rosie! When I viewed this video I was sad to see you guys had purchased an Alpha. I will catching up on your channel moving forward and am hoping this coach works out well for you. We have close friends that owned one very similar to this one. I will just say it had it's share of issues. They were full timers and based in the same resort where we also kept our coach. We have had 7 RV's going back to 1986.
We loved our Holiday Rambler. Unfortunately, we were lied to about the engine size & it wouldn't make the climb from Phoenix to Flagstaff & we were usually trying to get out of the desert. And that was w/o towing. We also had to have a new Radiator put in at $4,000 right after we purchased because the former owner had tried to patch a leak to sell it. We've had the Alfa for 3 years now & love it. I hope you keep following as you will learn why. 🙂
Understand the lack of horse power! Our first coaches were gasoline class C' and class A. They were adequately powered back then. As time passed, we moved into diesels, one Cat and two Cummins, all 400+hp. They were fully adequate for all the driving we experienced. Loved them all!
This company made good RVs I had a 1997 35 ft ALFA IDEAL triple slide purchase it new while working in Vegas at Jonny Walker Rv it had two refri side by side but had to replace three basement airs due to vibration cracking tubes ,I have been looking at what you guys got just got rid of a 37 ft Safari Simba gas workhorse triple slide most of these are out west most run 330 HP Cat diesels some time you can find a Cummins , the last year was 2008 anonther good coach is a Trav3l Supreme very well built and have tall ceilings me being 6 ft 6 tall
We know this Alfa is built well, but like you, rolling down the road is hard on them. Stuff will break. Driving in California as we speak. Surprised if nothing breaks on this Freeways.
5:17 The salesman says” and now of course the awning wants to stick” first of all it’s not sticking it’s broken. Second of all I call BS. I’m sure it never worked and they knew it but buyer beware. It’s a good thing they checked it before they bought it that way it could be fixed prior to purchase. Even a good salesman is still a salesman.
If you ever do another one you need to check out a foretravel the storage and quality is second to none. Also diesel pushers but crazy nice and practical storage and more than you will need.
@@RoamingWithRosie us too, we have been looking at them (Fortravel), and they are just out of our reach, there is one close to our budget in Texas, but it needs new tires, probably needs serviced too. I know that there will be expenses, especially in that first year as you personalize it, but to have to come up with an additional 3 to 5 grand right off the bat sucks. I have also been looking at older Newells, they are all aluminum. I have already had two campers with that cheap side wall, and it delaminated, the whole Jayco 29 footer did, luckily I caught it when it first started, and sold it to a guy whoes house had just burned down, he just needed a tempory place, I fully explained what was going on, he didn't seem to care, we got our money back, and bought a metal skinned Zinger with an outside kitchen, but the door to that outside kitchen was made out of that same material, and it started buckling, never again will I have one with that stuff on it. We are trying to find a 36 to 38 foot Country Coach, they are well built, with a fiberglass roof, but every time one comes up for sale, just like y'all, they disapear. Looking for a 2000 to 2002 slide outs optional, yes they give more room, but can cause tons of damage, if left unattended, being as how you guys are living in yours, you will be able to watch it carefully. Great coach you have, and I really enjoy watching your channel.
We owned a 2005 Alfa Gold for several years and loved it. Get to know the team at Lesure Coach Works in Fontana CA. They have alot of the information on your unit when it was built and can help out with any problems that might come up.
@@RoamingWithRosie I have an '06 Alfa Gold. The Alfa group has been very helpful and knowledgeable. They have a complete set of Coach manuals for the 2006 Alfa (and other years as well) in case you did not get any with your rig. alfaseeya.groups.io/g/motorhomes
In my opinion it’s not old until it’s 26 years old. The challenge to actually enjoy a vintage class A Diesel pusher is worth the trip. But the stuff you’re using is not old enough for a vintage license plates yet, And you’re taking the easy way out by newer stuff
Appreciate your opinion. For us, it's more about that line where RVs were built with care and pride of reputation vs slapping them together as fast and cheaply as they can.
It’s a great rig. You’re going to love all the storage in that diesel pusher like you mentioned. It does have a lot. Amazing. You’re going to have so much fun putting your touch on her. Nice rig!!
The handle at 13:00 is probably to grap if you slip while you are showering outdoors since the ground will be wet and slippery. If it were to help you stand up.... there would be one at every storage compartment.
thats actually what i was planning to comment but saw you mentioned it already. it is for taking outside showers and having a place to hold and stabilize yourself with. whether it is to stop from slipping or to hold onto while you lift a left to wash. it is definitely intended for the shower use though.
I always wondered why RV manufacturers used production vehicle headlights and taillights but it makes replacement a breeze. That Alpha has 2001 Ford Explorer headlights and 2003 Ford F-150 stepside taillights. There are many aftermarket options for those vehicles which means there are many aftermarket options for your coach if you ever need to replace or upgrade your lighting. Nice coach! Cheers!
Sorry, we don't know anywhere to recommend. I would really learn as much as you can about what you want. At least, in the current RV sales climate, prices are down and you should have time to thoroughly inspect before you buy. Best of luck.
@@RoamingWithRosie that's what I've been doing thinking about going gas since I know how to work on cars and trucks and have most of the tools and thanks for the help 🙂
I’m so glad my husband and I found you two on TH-cam! Congratulations on your beautiful Alfa See Ya! We will be picking up our ‘04 Alfa See Ya next weekend! We are empty nesters now and we are ready to hit the road full time🥰 Maybe our paths will cross out there someday☺️ Congratulations 🎊🎉🍾🎈
Thank you and good luck with your Alfa - maybe we will see you at one of the Alfa owners group meet ups. Congrats on your Alfa and thanks for watching!
I love Rosie Too. The amount of storage is unbelievable. That's a great looking motorhome. I can't wait to see the inside. I know you guys are going to be very happy with it. Whomever buys the original Rosie will be happy also. Good luck on selling her. She's a beauty too so she will sell quickly I'm sure.
“Low air” it’s a low air warning for your air brakes. If you lose air pressure while driving your brakes will engage, so you’re building air pressure to release the brakes.
Right, I was a long haul trucker for a while and used to talking to truckers. Linda doesn't know about air brakes and air suspension. Thanks for watching!
One thing you have to realize when buying an RV is I have learned that from prior experience is a lot of stuff is going to break and if you’re handy you can fix it with the stuff that does break is almost virtually impossible to do yourself unless you’re really a mechanic or you know someone who knows what they’re doing the windshield is probably one of the worst in a older RV and one of the thing that goes is the exhaust manifold is very expensive
Your right - You have to know going in that there are going to be some repairs that a handy person can do. On the other hand there will be repairs that have to be done by a professional mechanic. Thanks for watching!
Things are going to break down on all of them. I know this as I woke up in a Cummins parking lot (was waiting for a part) and there was a million dollar motorhome parked right beside me waiting to be fixed. 😬
I was looking at a SeeYa but I was told it’s tough to get parts. I’m glad I didn’t buy it because I love my Itasca Ellipse! I still get that 7’ ceiling!
Check out this video - th-cam.com/video/aZibYgqGZuY/w-d-xo.html. This company not only has parts for See Ya's. They have parts for all kinds of RV's. Really good company. I have ordered numerous things from them and they are great to deal with. Thanks for watching!
One other huge problem is the regeneration systems. I drove semi's for 42 years and one little sensor goes and you sit waiting for the tow truck which is HUGE bucks.
Find out where they are, carry extras, and fix it yourself esp if you have a cheapy like an Alpha See YA. Get a used 2004 Foretravel instead and run it by the factory each year for a checkup.
Nice guy. I bought a new to me Wonderlodge 03. The tires where split all over. This is 25 tons. We took it on a ride before I saw the tires. They said the tires were safe. I could not believe it
Unfortunately most salesman just care about the sale. We had a out of state buyer for our first RV and we had Eli process the transaction and he took care of everything. No stress or complications. Thanks for watching and safe travels!
No low air is the air pressure warning on your Air Brake system. Which yes feeds the air ride system as well but is designed to warn the driver when the air pressure in the tanks (front tank feeds front system brakes and air bags, rear tank feeds the rears) falls below 70PSI warning you that very soon ALL of your air brakes will start to deploy. All drivers of any class Motorhome that is equipped with air brakes SHOULD have to pass an air brake course.
I know all of the that. I was a truck driver for a couple of years. I didn’t want to go into a full explanation of the air system on the video. I agree that people should take some sort of course on the air brake system. Thanks for watching!
Congrats!! Nice video and coach. Surprised that the issue of fiber glass roof wasn't mentioned by the salesman? I believe that was one of the reasons Alfa went out of business? Maybe you have more recent information? Thanks
The roof is a TPO roof and there's no problem with that. The issue was the Gel Coat. They were getting little pock marks where the Gel coat would break off in 1/4" diameter holes in the Gel coat. Alfa owners started calling it Alfa pocks. We have a couple of small areas on our coach. It's a pretty easy fix. Where just waiting to fix them because we are going to repaint the coach.
@@RoamingWithRosie Great!! that's good news then..... You guys are fortunate to own your coach as Alfas possess a special charisma within the RV community.... it's like the DC-3 in aviation or a Chevy bel-air for cars.... iconic!! Good luck in your travels!
When we were looking for a truck to pull our new Fifth Wheel. We didn't want a brand new truck. We didn't want to deal with the Def. So that's why we went with a pre-Def truck. A 2009. Just didn't want that extra expense. Miss Abby has started CBD Oil. Not much change at all. I'm at my wits end.
@@RoamingWithRosie thank you so very much for having such a kind heart and trying to help me with Miss Abby's problems at Quartzsite. We have been through so much with this. We have shed so many tears over it. The Vet is so puzzled.But on the brighter side. I have a huge announcement coming to my channel the middle of April. It's a big secret.
Well curiosity has me asking. You were downsizing to enjoy more parks yet you went with a larger rig. It is beautiful (Alpha) but what was the driving factor in you decision?
Haha. Yep. The alfa is awesome. The price was too good to pass up & actually, an alfa was the rig we wanted in the 1st place, and there arent many of them. Now that we're full time, we're happy we dont have a smaller RV. We'll have to deal with not fitting into everywhere we want to and learning this life is about going with the flow. We could change again down the road. Hope that answers your question.
@@MrTeslaX We paid $50K. Had to add solar & LIthium batteries which was another investment. Currently Alfa in good condition are between $35K and $90K. There are several for sale at the moment.
We have an 04 Alfa see ya. We're thinking about selling it. It only has about 25k miles. Watching you two kind of makes me want to keep it lol. The only learning curve is the height clearance. Does yours have the Alfa pox also?
We only have a bit of the pox. The height requires us to use RV mapping apps to stay clear of old bridges. But a lot of the newer MH are also that high. But these big diesel motors definitely need to be used. In a recent episode we interviewed the President of Leisure Coachworks. Original team and parts. Maybe it will inspire you. 😉 th-cam.com/video/aZibYgqGZuY/w-d-xo.html
Older 1993-2008 Monaco Diesel pushers are much nicer and better built with more storage and far better over all quality build than any other motor homes ever built .
I’m late to the party so forgive that but I want to ask: if you buy a diesel pusher like this , isn’t it kind of risky that you’re gonna have a problem with the engine that will be super expensive?
If you maintain your engine - oil changes, transmission service and all the scheduled maintenance you should be ok. Most diesel engines will go well over 300k miles. We purchased a drive train warranty that would cover any catastrophic failure. Diesel’s have better suspension, typically more storage, the engine is in the rear of the coach so less noise up front. You art correct though repairing a diesel is more costly than a gas engine. Thanks for watching!
Sorry we didn't reply to you. That's tough. I'm so glad you were able to find a new way to enjoy the RV Life. That's why it was so important to us to have a home as well. Happy Travels!
I would have it checked out by a mechanic. Diesel pushers will go 300, 400 thousand miles if you maintain them and run them. Diesel engines are meant to be driven. I would find it real hard to go to a gas coach after having two diesel coaches. Thanks for watching!
My biggest fear from reading diesel horror stories is even after getting the engines checked out, requiring a $20,000 repair of some obscure diesel system or warped head that finally went caput. You have to either be lucky, very experienced or have deep pockets.
Love it . .you've helped me make my mind. Now, I'm looking for one. I guess I shouldn't ask you what you paid...so, I'll shoot it at you this way. What could I expect to pay for a "similar" one ??? And lastly.....never heard of this brand....who makes them? Where? Thanks guys for the video....I'm excited for ya 👍
We paid $50k total prior to the RV sales explosion. I ran into someone who paid $80K for one just like ours' in the same condition. They were made by Alfa Leisure. The owner of Alfa Leisure was Johnnie Crean. He is the son of John Crean the founder of Fleetwood RV. Alfa went out of business back in 2008. You can still get parts from a company in California - Leisurervparts.com. I heard they also do repair and maintenance on Alfas. Hope this is helpful and thanks for watching!
Hi my name is Hector and I want to buy a RV class A diesel pusher, smallest one. I would like to travell around USA - CANADA and EUROPA that why the small size is important for us. Could you tell me which one is the best? Thanks
@@hectordespott5892 Every state and in fact, every city even, has different costs of insurance, costs for fuel, etc. Nightly RV park costs can be US $20 all the way to $150 . You could search those things more specifically. Maybe join some facebook groups in places where you want to travel? We are new to this ourselves, and learning as we go.
Should've gotten a 2004 40' Foretravel for $90K per JD Power. Much better quality, fewer repairs (hate breakdowns) after the Factory in Texas goes thru it.@@RoamingWithRosie
How much did you sell the original Rosie for? Also wondering how much you paid for the new Rosie Too, or if you don't feel comfortable answering that, maybe you could provide a ballpark as to what a reasonable price would be for motorhomes from that time.
Things have changed drastically both up and down in the 2 years since we did this. At the time, the HR was valued about $40-$50K, the Alfa was valued a little bit higher, but not much. Many factors can change that which is why blue book type values are useless for older RVs. If you go this old, make sure you or someone you know has the skills to work on it.Hope that helps.
Wow “ Low air is all you said” and “ that means so much more than low air” i’m sorry I don’t know these people but wow! I just started watching the videos and I really like their videos but wow lol. Maybe he can’t say it but I can, poor guy LOL. Again I just started watching their videos and I guess first impressions are everything, I like this guy :-) I actually liked and subscribed because I like this guy!
Thank you - I said low air because I used to be a truck driver and know that you have to wait for the air to build up for your air brakes and suspension. Thanks so much for watching and subscribing!
The 2001 HR Ambassador was a basic model. We loved the layout, but the wood was mostly veneer. The countertops were formica, etc. The problem also was it didnt have the power we needed. The Alfas came standard with all leather, real wood, and solid surface countertops to list a few. It had a much bigger motor which was a key. The downside is that its longer. We didnt really need that. But it was well taken care of and when looking for older classic well built RVs you grab a good deal when you find it.
We looked at Alpha and finally chose the Endevour by Holiday Rambler. Before we had a 2009 Vectra by Winnebago and we loved it but we are very happy with the quality of the Endevour. I understand why you chose the Alpha now. When you find a deal you take it. We were in the market for another Winnebago when I found this HR with 21,000 miles on it stored inside I could not pass it up. Good travels to you. Thanks for the response. :-)
Normally, yes. However they had just got it in and would have been liable. They put on 6 brand new tires, went thru all the system checks, andcwe returned a week later to test everything. She's been a great rig so far. Many of our followers who purchased RVs from this place have let us know they too had a great experience there.
you are the only people that I have seen UTube that actually bought an alpha and like it. I like the looks of them too
It's becoming a rare coach. We've just been to a couple Alfa rallies. Many people were original owners. And many were on their 2nd Alfa. One due to an accident, the other jumped at a chance to get a larger one. Lot's of experts in online groups and a west coast shop where the original assembly team still works.
Looking good guys. We have a 2006 Monaco Dynasty. You are not kidding about those years being high quality. We level on the air suspension. No jacks. We have keyless entry on the bays. We have Aqua Hot and hydronic heating. A full size residential refrigerator and a stack washer and dryer. Since it's a Monaco Dynasty my wife named her Lady Dye. When we make reservations they always want pictures because of the age. When we get there they all want to come see it because they think I photoshopped the pictures. They always asked if we have repainted it. The answer is no. Lady Dye still looks new. 🤗
Sounds like a nice rig! Enjoy!
Big diff between a Monaco Dynasty and a Alpha See Ya. Buy the Dynasty every time.
These Alfa See Ya coaches are wonderful coaches. I looked at one and I really liked it. The floorplan is wonderful and there is so much room in there! You don’t even feel like you are in a motorhome. It feels like a one bedroom apartment. There is ample storage for clothing and food items and cooking utensils. Inside the coach, I felt like I wouldn’t be giving up anything. I didn’t buy the coach because the condition wasn’t great. The dealer let his son and grandkids live in it and it was filthy. But if I ran across an Alpha in good condition, I certainly would buy it. They’re wonderful. Especially this one with the lithium ion battery system? I would be on that in a heartbeat.
We bought our 2000 Newmar Dutch Star from Tucson Park and Sell last June. Eli, Brad and the entire team were phenomenal help. Love our older Diesel Pusher. It has been a great fun traveling all over these United States.
That's so awesome to hear! They really know their stuff and they helped us with the selling of Original Rosie as well.
Congratulations! You won’t have any problem selling original Rosie
Thanks! It's gonna be hard when Original Rosie finds her next family.
I just had my 2003 40ft rambler endevour rapped, SHE LOOKS BRAND NEW😮😊
When I checked into getting a rap job it was 5-7k. I’m curious what did it run to have it done? Thanks for watching!
Congrats ! We do love older coach, had a couple of monaco products late 1996 to 1999 and step up (was a dream) to a prevost 1995. Best buy we ever done !
Thank you. Do you still have the Prevost? Bet thats pretty cool.
@@RoamingWithRosie yes 4 years now no issue exept normal maintenance
Its not the air ride suspension that gives the low air warning. Its for the AIR BRAKES!
It's actually both. It's ready system air pressure (front and back) that serves the airbags AND the brakes.
Both
I know a woman that had an Alfa and she loved it. They’re very well built coaches and much depends on how it was cared for. I’m planning to sell my home and get into a coach and the Alfa is really in my mind. I e looked at high end coaches too but they don’t really have any more features. I’ve been thinking of refinishing the interior with modern luxury finishes. Like floor treatments, wall paper, and veneers or some kind of finishing treatment for the cabinets and storage. My question is, does the heating a cooling keep you comfortable in the coach? I’ve heard positive and negative about the basement air. I love your channel and I’m very happy be a subscriber. You guys are great!
There are several well cared for Alfa's for sale in our Alfa Facebook groups. Some are original owners. There was a huge issue with the fabrication of the exterior surface. The result is a blistering of the gelcoat referred to as "Alfa Pox". There are some remedies, but best to look for one without this probkem. There are some issues with the floor venting. One, cold air doesn't rise. And two, the vents are located in places where slides and furniture block the flow. Both of these issues are remedied by putting in 2 rooftop air conditioners in place of fans. Another plus is that current owners can communicate via Facebook and the original builders have a shop in California where original parts are still obtainable. Plus a few expert shops exist around the country. You can message us on Facebook & we can chat more. @roamingwithrosie.
Ohhh the 90s. Those ford explorer headlights bring back memories. Might want to upgrade those bulbs
He'll want to upgrade the entire light units to a Spyder brand headlight.
With a few exceptions, EGR was 2004, DPF 2008, SCR/DEF 2011. Applies to ENGINES manufactured from Jan 1.
Congratulations..great find
Thank you. So far so good!
Love Rosie too. Ya'll hit the storage lottery. Congratulations on your new home. We are still looking for ours. Rene and Keith
Thanks, We were looking for an Alfa initially when purchased the Holiday Rambler. Both coaches are built very well. Good luck on finding your new home. Let us know when you find it.
@@RoamingWithRosie yes, we definitely will let you guys know. We want a used one like a holiday rambler or similar, but with our toad being 5,000 pounds it's a bit trickier. Safe travels!
We just bought an Alpha SeeYa 2003 with only 44T miles. We can't WAIT until next month to go to the Coast in it. 🤗
Kudos to you! Enjoy your maiden voyage. Make sure to join the Alfa Owners group on Facebook. If you ever have any questions regarding your rig. The group is a great resource.
Thanks for watching!
Very nice…
My wife and I are leaning towards selling the house in Southern Arizona and full timing it even though we’ve never owned a motorhome. I’ve been watching TH-cam videos on all kinds of motorhomes for the last year. There’s a lot of variety out there and we’re still learning so we’ll see where this journey takes us…
Just found your channel today and subscribed.
Welcome! It's a huge decision to do. Keep in touch. You can Message us thru our Facebook page as well. facebook.com/RoamingWithRosie/
It is a fabulous thought. I would highly recommend getting a used one like Rosie Too. That way if it isn't what you were expecting you won't lose a ton of money getting out of it. My wife and I have a 2006 42' Monaco Dynasty diesel pusher. Fulltiming isn't for us, but we definitely enjoy traveling. Wishing you all the best.
Love Rosie too. I am getting my 2004 Beaver Marquis in about 10 days
Now you have to come up with a good name for that! LOL
Just discovered your channel. I was very impressed with the work you did on the original Rosie! When I viewed this video I was sad to see you guys had purchased an Alpha. I will catching up on your channel moving forward and am hoping this coach works out well for you. We have close friends that owned one very similar to this one. I will just say it had it's share of issues. They were full timers and based in the same resort where we also kept our coach. We have had 7 RV's going back to 1986.
We loved our Holiday Rambler. Unfortunately, we were lied to about the engine size & it wouldn't make the climb from Phoenix to Flagstaff & we were usually trying to get out of the desert. And that was w/o towing. We also had to have a new Radiator put in at $4,000 right after we purchased because the former owner had tried to patch a leak to sell it. We've had the Alfa for 3 years now & love it. I hope you keep following as you will learn why. 🙂
Understand the lack of horse power! Our first coaches were gasoline class C' and class A. They were adequately powered back then. As time passed, we moved into diesels, one Cat and two Cummins, all 400+hp. They were fully adequate for all the driving we experienced. Loved them all!
Alpha see ya....I hope you have no troubles getting repairs...🙏🏼🙏🏼
Not any worse than people with new RVs are having. The Alfa Facebook groups are a wonderful resource when we've needed help.
This company made good RVs I had a 1997 35 ft ALFA IDEAL triple slide purchase it new while working in Vegas at Jonny Walker Rv it had two refri side by side but had to replace three basement airs due to vibration cracking tubes ,I have been looking at what you guys got just got rid of a 37 ft Safari Simba gas workhorse triple slide most of these are out west most run 330 HP Cat diesels some time you can find a Cummins , the last year was 2008 anonther good coach is a Trav3l Supreme very well built and have tall ceilings me being 6 ft 6 tall
Thanks for sharing. We just attended an Alfa Rally. It was fun seeing all the different versions and what people have done with them.
We know this Alfa is built well, but like you, rolling down the road is hard on them. Stuff will break. Driving in California as we speak. Surprised if nothing breaks on this Freeways.
00-03 Ford F150 tail lights and 96-00 Ford explorer headlights on the Alpha.
Love the Alfa See Ya brand. I've worked at a dealership that has a few of these over the years. The build quality is exceptional.
Couldn't agree more! Thanks for watching.
5:17 The salesman says” and now of course the awning wants to stick” first of all it’s not sticking it’s broken. Second of all I call BS. I’m sure it never worked and they knew it but buyer beware. It’s a good thing they checked it before they bought it that way it could be fixed prior to purchase. Even a good salesman is still a salesman.
Hi I am Jeff the founder of Rvdiagnostics&troubleshooting Facebook page. NICE RIG
Thanks for watching and I'll save your info just in case we are in need of repair.
Nothing like an older Coach. We bought a 2006 Itasca Ellipse 36 RD in Sept of 2020. Love it.
They were just built better. I think they took more time on the older coaches. Good for you on finding an oldie but a goodie! Thanks for watching.
If you ever do another one you need to check out a foretravel the storage and quality is second to none. Also diesel pushers but crazy nice and practical storage and more than you will need.
Looked them up on RV Trader. Wow. They do look nice. But about 2X our budget.
@@RoamingWithRosie us too, we have been looking at them (Fortravel), and they are just out of our reach, there is one close to our budget in Texas, but it needs new tires, probably needs serviced too. I know that there will be expenses, especially in that first year as you personalize it, but to have to come up with an additional 3 to 5 grand right off the bat sucks. I have also been looking at older Newells, they are all aluminum. I have already had two campers with that cheap side wall, and it delaminated, the whole Jayco 29 footer did, luckily I caught it when it first started, and sold it to a guy whoes house had just burned down, he just needed a tempory place, I fully explained what was going on, he didn't seem to care, we got our money back, and bought a metal skinned Zinger with an outside kitchen, but the door to that outside kitchen was made out of that same material, and it started buckling, never again will I have one with that stuff on it. We are trying to find a 36 to 38 foot Country Coach, they are well built, with a fiberglass roof, but every time one comes up for sale, just like y'all, they disapear. Looking for a 2000 to 2002 slide outs optional, yes they give more room, but can cause tons of damage, if left unattended, being as how you guys are living in yours, you will be able to watch it carefully. Great coach you have, and I really enjoy watching your channel.
We owned a 2005 Alfa Gold for several years and loved it. Get to know the team at Lesure Coach Works in Fontana CA. They have alot of the information on your unit when it was built and can help out with any problems that might come up.
We definitely will! And the Facebook group is like an instant built in family! Thanks!
@@RoamingWithRosie I have an '06 Alfa Gold. The Alfa group has been very helpful and knowledgeable. They have a complete set of Coach manuals for the 2006 Alfa (and other years as well) in case you did not get any with your rig. alfaseeya.groups.io/g/motorhomes
I just bought a 2000 Holiday Rambler. Got out of a 94 Fleetwood bounder. LOVE the diesel pusher
HR makes a great coach. What model did you get Ambassador, Endeavor?
@@RoamingWithRosie yes
Endeavor
In my opinion it’s not old until it’s 26 years old. The challenge to actually enjoy a vintage class A Diesel pusher is worth the trip.
But the stuff you’re using is not old enough for a vintage license plates yet, And you’re taking the easy way out by newer stuff
Appreciate your opinion. For us, it's more about that line where RVs were built with care and pride of reputation vs slapping them together as fast and cheaply as they can.
It’s a great rig. You’re going to love all the storage in that diesel pusher like you mentioned. It does have a lot. Amazing. You’re going to have so much fun putting your touch on her. Nice rig!!
Thanks! It's really hard to say no when an Alfa falls in your lap.
You might want to add a roof air, there is already wiring for it at the vent over the kitchen.
We added a roof ac it’s in our upcoming video. Thanks for watching!
I love this Rosie too
The handle at 13:00 is probably to grap if you slip while you are showering outdoors since the ground will be wet and slippery. If it were to help you stand up.... there would be one at every storage compartment.
You could be right I never looked at it that way. Thanks for watching!
thats actually what i was planning to comment but saw you mentioned it already. it is for taking outside showers and having a place to hold and stabilize yourself with. whether it is to stop from slipping or to hold onto while you lift a left to wash. it is definitely intended for the shower use though.
I always wondered why RV manufacturers used production vehicle headlights and taillights but it makes replacement a breeze. That Alpha has 2001 Ford Explorer headlights and 2003 Ford F-150 stepside taillights. There are many aftermarket options for those vehicles which means there are many aftermarket options for your coach if you ever need to replace or upgrade your lighting. Nice coach! Cheers!
I never notice that. Thanks for the heads up and for watching!
Can you recommend any good RV sales places in northern California willits or Ukiah CA
Sorry, we don't know anywhere to recommend. I would really learn as much as you can about what you want. At least, in the current RV sales climate, prices are down and you should have time to thoroughly inspect before you buy. Best of luck.
@@RoamingWithRosie that's what I've been doing thinking about going gas since I know how to work on cars and trucks and have most of the tools and thanks for the help 🙂
Congratulations!
Always liked the large windows in the Alfa’s
Thanks, I like the large windows and tall ceilings. It makes it feel more like a regular house. Thank you for watching!
I love Alfa See Ya. Those are pretty sweet
Thanks - It was quite a challenge finding this one. The Alfa treated us well so far. Thanks for watching!
I’m so glad my husband and I found you two on TH-cam! Congratulations on your beautiful Alfa See Ya! We will be picking up our ‘04 Alfa See Ya next weekend! We are empty nesters now and we are ready to hit the road full time🥰 Maybe our paths will cross out there someday☺️ Congratulations 🎊🎉🍾🎈
Thank you and good luck with your Alfa - maybe we will see you at one of the Alfa owners group meet ups. Congrats on your Alfa and thanks for watching!
I love Rosie Too. The amount of storage is unbelievable. That's a great looking motorhome. I can't wait to see the inside. I know you guys are going to be very happy with it. Whomever buys the original Rosie will be happy also. Good luck on selling her. She's a beauty too so she will sell quickly I'm sure.
Thank you for the positivity ! Wait til you see the Interior of Rosie Too! Even better!
Nice
good luck with it their nice motorhome's. we almost bought an alpha seeya last year but we bought a 03 rexhall roseair instead.
Thanks. We're convinced older DPs can't be beat for the value!
What kind of mpg you get with alpha?
Depends on your engine size. Our Alfa is 350hp. We are 40ft. We get between 8-10.
Good choice for avoiding DEF all my problems on big rig come from def system
You're right DEF is another system you have to think about and one more thing that adds to your fuel cost. Thanks for watching!
“Low air” it’s a low air warning for your air brakes. If you lose air pressure while driving your brakes will engage, so you’re building air pressure to release the brakes.
Right, I was a long haul trucker for a while and used to talking to truckers. Linda doesn't know about air brakes and air suspension. Thanks for watching!
One thing you have to realize when buying an RV is I have learned that from prior experience is a lot of stuff is going to break and if you’re handy you can fix it with the stuff that does break is almost virtually impossible to do yourself unless you’re really a mechanic or you know someone who knows what they’re doing the windshield is probably one of the worst in a older RV and one of the thing that goes is the exhaust manifold is very expensive
Your right - You have to know going in that there are going to be some repairs that a handy person can do. On the other hand there will be repairs that have to be done by a professional mechanic. Thanks for watching!
Things are going to break down on all of them. I know this as I woke up in a Cummins parking lot (was waiting for a part) and there was a million dollar motorhome parked right beside me waiting to be fixed. 😬
I was looking at a SeeYa but I was told it’s tough to get parts. I’m glad I didn’t buy it because I love my Itasca Ellipse! I still get that 7’ ceiling!
Check out this video - th-cam.com/video/aZibYgqGZuY/w-d-xo.html.
This company not only has parts for See Ya's. They have parts for all kinds of RV's. Really good company. I have ordered numerous things from them and they are great to deal with. Thanks for watching!
@@RoamingWithRosie I will check it, thanks
One other huge problem is the regeneration systems. I drove semi's for 42 years and one little sensor goes and you sit waiting for the tow truck which is HUGE bucks.
Luckily we have an extended warranty that includes towing. Thanks for watching!
Find out where they are, carry extras, and fix it yourself esp if you have a cheapy like an Alpha See YA. Get a used 2004 Foretravel instead and run it by the factory each year for a checkup.
Nice guy. I bought a new to me Wonderlodge 03. The tires where split all over. This is 25 tons. We took it on a ride before I saw the tires. They said the tires were safe. I could not believe it
Unfortunately most salesman just care about the sale. We had a out of state buyer for our first RV and we had Eli process the transaction and he took care of everything. No stress or complications. Thanks for watching and safe travels!
@@RoamingWithRosie To be honest that dealer met us half way with a TON of work ($$$$) . It’s just they didn’t want to buy me new tires
25 tons?? Sounds extreme
@@MrTeslaX you probably right. Ours is 20. All steel Wanderlodge. He could be more like 15 maybe
Hello there.. I have a question if we need to throw away the black water I need to put the switch and on??
Not sure what you mean?
No low air is the air pressure warning on your Air Brake system. Which yes feeds the air ride system as well but is designed to warn the driver when the air pressure in the tanks (front tank feeds front system brakes and air bags, rear tank feeds the rears) falls below 70PSI warning you that very soon ALL of your air brakes will start to deploy.
All drivers of any class Motorhome that is equipped with air brakes SHOULD have to pass an air brake course.
I know all of the that. I was a truck driver for a couple of years. I didn’t want to go into a full explanation of the air system on the video. I agree that people should take some sort of course on the air brake system.
Thanks for watching!
What a WONDERFUL RV! I really appreciate all of the storage- very nice! Have blessed travels 🙏. LUCRETIA
Thanks! Hope you're doing well !
Congrats!! Nice video and coach. Surprised that the issue of fiber glass roof wasn't mentioned by the salesman? I believe that was one of the reasons Alfa went out of business? Maybe you have more recent information? Thanks
The roof is a TPO roof and there's no problem with that. The issue was the Gel Coat. They were getting little pock marks where the Gel coat would break off in 1/4" diameter holes in the Gel coat. Alfa owners started calling it Alfa pocks. We have a couple of small areas on our coach. It's a pretty easy fix. Where just waiting to fix them because we are going to repaint the coach.
@@RoamingWithRosie Great!! that's good news then..... You guys are fortunate to own your coach as Alfas possess a special charisma within the RV community.... it's like the DC-3 in aviation or a Chevy bel-air for cars.... iconic!! Good luck in your travels!
Just a little information on your Alfa. Do not stay or store your coach anywhere where it gets under freezing. Good luck .
Did something happen to yours?
Did you notice and handling or steering changes after moving the battery weight out of the nose?
No, it didn’t make any difference.
Thanks for watching!
When we were looking for a truck to pull our new Fifth Wheel. We didn't want a brand new truck. We didn't want to deal with the Def. So that's why we went with a pre-Def truck. A 2009. Just didn't want that extra expense. Miss Abby has started CBD Oil. Not much change at all. I'm at my wits end.
Poor Miss Abby. I hope you find a cure. Hope to meet up again this year!
@@RoamingWithRosie thank you so very much for having such a kind heart and trying to help me with Miss Abby's problems at Quartzsite. We have been through so much with this. We have shed so many tears over it. The Vet is so puzzled.But on the brighter side. I have a huge announcement coming to my channel the middle of April. It's a big secret.
Oh. Hope it's good news!
Congratulations on your new Rig!!!
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Great video. Very interesting. That is one big rig! Enjoy her.
Thank you and Thanks for watching!
Well curiosity has me asking. You were downsizing to enjoy more parks yet you went with a larger rig. It is beautiful (Alpha) but what was the driving factor in you decision?
Haha. Yep. The alfa is awesome. The price was too good to pass up & actually, an alfa was the rig we wanted in the 1st place, and there arent many of them. Now that we're full time, we're happy we dont have a smaller RV. We'll have to deal with not fitting into everywhere we want to and learning this life is about going with the flow. We could change again down the road. Hope that answers your question.
@@RoamingWithRosie how much did u pay for it
@@MrTeslaX We paid $50K. Had to add solar & LIthium batteries which was another investment. Currently Alfa in good condition are between $35K and $90K. There are several for sale at the moment.
@@RoamingWithRosie Thanks for the response!
I'm interested in getting one of these Alfa's. I've seen a 33' or was it a 36' on TH-cam.
I'm pretty sure they only came as 36ft and 40ft. Good luck on your search. Thanks for watching!
We have an 04 Alfa see ya. We're thinking about selling it. It only has about 25k miles. Watching you two kind of makes me want to keep it lol. The only learning curve is the height clearance. Does yours have the Alfa pox also?
We only have a bit of the pox. The height requires us to use RV mapping apps to stay clear of old bridges. But a lot of the newer MH are also that high. But these big diesel motors definitely need to be used. In a recent episode we interviewed the President of Leisure Coachworks. Original team and parts. Maybe it will inspire you. 😉 th-cam.com/video/aZibYgqGZuY/w-d-xo.html
@@RoamingWithRosie awesome! I'll check that out. We didn't have too much of the pox then suddenly this past year it just started spreading everywhere.
Older 1993-2008 Monaco Diesel pushers are much nicer and better built with more storage and far better over all quality build than any other motor homes ever built .
@@ithoughtitoldyou1956 you find what you can. We found a Monaco, but the seller wouldn't allow a pro inspection.
@@RoamingWithRosieIf they refused an inspection that’s your answer right there. God only knows, well, God and the seller, what you avoided!
looks great! there is a ton of storage there, wow! enjoy your RV!
Thank you, There is more storage than we know what to do with! Thanks for watching.
We looked a coach like this one….it sold fast
We experienced the same thing when we were looking for our Alfa. They don't stay on sale for long. Thanks for watching!
I’m late to the party so forgive that but I want to ask: if you buy a diesel pusher like this , isn’t it kind of risky that you’re gonna have a problem with the engine that will be super expensive?
If you maintain your engine - oil changes, transmission service and all the scheduled maintenance you should be ok. Most diesel engines will go well over 300k miles. We purchased a drive train warranty that would cover any catastrophic failure. Diesel’s have better suspension, typically more storage, the engine is in the rear of the coach so less noise up front. You art correct though repairing a diesel is more costly than a gas engine.
Thanks for watching!
We loved our Alfa, unfortunately my wife is now in a wheelchair, so we got an accessible coach.
Get her on the carnivore diet and out of the chair, she'll lose most of her debilities and never trust western doctors, they want $$$ first.
Sorry we didn't reply to you. That's tough. I'm so glad you were able to find a new way to enjoy the RV Life. That's why it was so important to us to have a home as well. Happy Travels!
Room for lots of solar panels on the roof
We have added 1200 watts of solar and 840 amp hours of lithium batteries.
Air shouldn't be just for the suspension but the brakes also.
Yeah it has air brakes and suspension. Do you have an Alfa?
@@RoamingWithRosie I don't. I just know most diesel pushers have air brakes. Looks like a great rig. Enjoy!
No the alarm is not air ride suspension AIR BRAKES have to be at a minimum PSI
Low air refers to the entire air system within the rig. Which includes air bags & air brakes.
so the old diesel pushers ? reliable ? if you buy one and it runs, it'll stay running ? (assuming you dont let it sit for months)
I would have it checked out by a mechanic. Diesel pushers will go 300, 400 thousand miles if you maintain them and run them. Diesel engines are meant to be driven. I would find it real hard to go to a gas coach after having two diesel coaches. Thanks for watching!
My biggest fear from reading diesel horror stories is even after getting the engines checked out, requiring a $20,000 repair of some obscure diesel system or warped head that finally went caput. You have to either be lucky, very experienced or have deep pockets.
Love it
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.you've helped me make my mind. Now, I'm looking for one. I guess I shouldn't ask you what you paid...so, I'll shoot it at you this way. What could I expect to pay for a "similar" one ???
And lastly.....never heard of this brand....who makes them? Where?
Thanks guys for the video....I'm excited for ya 👍
We paid $50k total prior to the RV sales explosion. I ran into someone who paid $80K for one just like ours' in the same condition. They were made by Alfa Leisure. The owner of Alfa Leisure was Johnnie Crean. He is the son of John Crean the founder of Fleetwood RV. Alfa went out of business back in 2008. You can still get parts from a company in California - Leisurervparts.com. I heard they also do repair and maintenance on Alfas. Hope this is helpful and thanks for watching!
@@RoamingWithRosie 👍👍👍
Hi my name is Hector and I want to buy a RV class A diesel pusher, smallest one. I would like to travell around USA - CANADA and EUROPA that why the small size is important for us. Could you tell me which one is the best? Thanks
Oh my. It's personal preference, plus what you find. Good luck with your adventures.
@@RoamingWithRosie thanks for answering. Cuold you tell how much is for parking, ensurance, maintenance and other expenses? For a RV of about $120.000
@@hectordespott5892 Every state and in fact, every city even, has different costs of insurance, costs for fuel, etc. Nightly RV park costs can be US $20 all the way to $150 . You could search those things more specifically. Maybe join some facebook groups in places where you want to travel? We are new to this ourselves, and learning as we go.
@@RoamingWithRosie thanks. Appreciate your information
Hi guys! Nice coach!!
Thanks, make sure and check out next weeks video on the interior. wink - wink!!
It’s definitely a very nice motorhome but you didn’t solve your “too big” to get to more reclusive sites problem.
We did not. We created a bigger problem. We decided that our "toad" will be something we can SUV RV in to get out to hard to get to places.
How much was it
50K - Thanks for watching!
You need to buy a third rv 😃 nice rig and well presented by both of you 👍😃👍🇬🇧
We have to do the reno first and make it just how we like it. Then we'll sell it and get the third. Just kidding! Thank you for watching.
Do you still have your Alfa See Ya?
Yes, The Alfa is a keeper!
How much was it?
Alfa's in good condition can be anywhere from $40k to $80K. Rosie was $50k with very low mileage.
Should've gotten a 2004 40' Foretravel for $90K per JD Power. Much better quality, fewer repairs (hate breakdowns) after the Factory in Texas goes thru it.@@RoamingWithRosie
love it that drone shot was neat! wink wink. Rock on and hug a hippie love you all
Thanks, Some cool guy that was camping with us did the drone shot for us. Safe travels can't wait to see the finished Skoolie!
You didn’t mention anything about the engine!
Ahhh! Yes! We'll get to it. Keep watching!
Most Alfas have Caterpillar engines.
Hello
How much did you sell the original Rosie for? Also wondering how much you paid for the new Rosie Too, or if you don't feel comfortable answering that, maybe you could provide a ballpark as to what a reasonable price would be for motorhomes from that time.
Things have changed drastically both up and down in the 2 years since we did this. At the time, the HR was valued about $40-$50K, the Alfa was valued a little bit higher, but not much. Many factors can change that which is why blue book type values are useless for older RVs. If you go this old, make sure you or someone you know has the skills to work on it.Hope that helps.
Wow “ Low air is all you said” and “ that means so much more than low air” i’m sorry I don’t know these people but wow! I just started watching the videos and I really like their videos but wow lol. Maybe he can’t say it but I can, poor guy LOL. Again I just started watching their videos and I guess first impressions are everything, I like this guy :-) I actually liked and subscribed because I like this guy!
Thank you - I said low air because I used to be a truck driver and know that you have to wait for the air to build up for your air brakes and suspension.
Thanks so much for watching and subscribing!
Beautiful car. Enjoy
Will do! Thanks for watching!
Wow seems like an alpha would be a step down from your HR
The 2001 HR Ambassador was a basic model. We loved the layout, but the wood was mostly veneer. The countertops were formica, etc. The problem also was it didnt have the power we needed. The Alfas came standard with all leather, real wood, and solid surface countertops to list a few. It had a much bigger motor which was a key. The downside is that its longer. We didnt really need that. But it was well taken care of and when looking for older classic well built RVs you grab a good deal when you find it.
We looked at Alpha and finally chose the Endevour by Holiday Rambler. Before we had a 2009 Vectra by Winnebago and we loved it but we are very happy with the quality of the Endevour. I understand why you chose the Alpha now. When you find a deal you take it. We were in the market for another Winnebago when I found this HR with 21,000 miles on it stored inside I could not pass it up. Good travels to you. Thanks for the response. :-)
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They range from $30K - $80K. Lot's of variables.
If someone selling any vehicle says we can’t test drive it because. 🏃♂️ and run fast
Normally, yes. However they had just got it in and would have been liable. They put on 6 brand new tires, went thru all the system checks, andcwe returned a week later to test everything. She's been a great rig so far. Many of our followers who purchased RVs from this place have let us know they too had a great experience there.
@@RoamingWithRosie glad it’s working out for you. Happy RVing
Pesky cat!