2016 or 2017 FR3 30DS??

[bmmarly]

Then it's 6 speed. Berryland Campers, Ponchatoula, LA.

[xpartmgr]

Awesome. I also got a quote of $76k for a 2016, I could not tell from the images if it was the 5 or 6 speed. Either way I want the 6-speed since why not! Congrats on your new rig, let me know how you like it. It is #1 on our list.

[Eastonfloyd]

I was offered the '16 for $76K and the '17 for $79K. Went with '17 for resale value. We're having a great time after 4,300 miles in the first month!

[menkp11]

x package 2ac, which is hugh to us, white diamond color, 6sp trans 18ft frig, not exciting, new roof design, get 2017. we just ordered

[Theo]

Originally Posted by menkp11

{snip}...new roof design...{snip}

Can you explain the difference that makes the 2017 roof design new? I didn't realized they changed the roof design.

Theo

[rickydeee]

A late-model 2016 is likely the same as a newer 2017, as product changes often occur during the production year. I believe some newer 2017s have an option to trade the coat closet and/or counter space for a residential-type refridgerator.

[Theo]

Originally Posted by rickydeee

{snip}...I believe some newer 2017s have an option to trade the coat closet and/or counter space for a residential-type refrigerator.

That would be the "X-Package". On the 2017, the package brings you:

1. Removal of the vertical pantries to the right of the smaller refrigerator
2. A residential 18-cf fridge
3. 50-amp service
4. 2nd AC in bedroom
5. 5500w Genset

There are additional changes to the 2017s as well. See THIS post for a fairly complete list.

Finally, the most recent 2017 FR3 30DS has a flip-up counter extender at the edge of the kitchen counter next to the stairwell.

Theo

[rk06382]

Originally Posted by Theo

Can you explain the difference that makes the 2017 roof design new? I didn't realized they changed the roof design.

Theo

> Construction & Exterior:
• White Diamond Pearl Gel-Coat Sidewalls with Graphics - NEW (11/16)
• Radius Fiberglass Exterior Roof - NEW (11/16)

Robert


Attached 2017 FR3 Brochure - NEW (11/16) downloaded from link below:
FR3 Class A Motorhomes by Forest River RV

[Theo]

Originally Posted by rk06382

> Construction & Exterior:
• White Diamond Pearl Gel-Coat Sidewalls with Graphics - NEW (11/16)
• Radius Fiberglass Exterior Roof - NEW (11/16)
...{snip}

Thanks, Robert! I hadn't noticed that. Similar to the Georgetown roof, I suppose.

Theo

[rk06382]

Originally Posted by Theo

Thanks, Robert! I hadn't noticed that. Similar to the Georgetown roof, I suppose.

Theo

See thread:
2017 FR3 30DS Changes (Long!)

for a more details of the newer FR3s.

I will be ordering a new 2017 FR3 28DS at the local dealer later this week.

Robert