I took the bull by the horn and called the seller. Name is George Woddall. He has 2 units for sale. I asked if he was a dealer and the reply was he somehow had 2 and needs to sell one. RED FLAG#1 . The I asked if it he had a tested the unit for delam. Reply was yes. Next I asked if it was done at Prevost. Reply was no. It was a dealer. RED FLAG#2. Then I asked if he had a copy of the test. Reply was no RED FLAG #3. Then he told me it only had one little  spot and it was fixed. RED FLAG #4. WOW!!  Too bad as the pics show it as beautiful coach.

Royale

In the ad he states that there is a Royale specialist in Elkhart. I emailed that shop as a google showed it as closed. No answer

Moisheh& Zee
2008 Monaco Dynasty
1988 Bluebird PT38
2008 Silverado Toad
Hoping to find my Prevost soon!

While the owner’s responses regarding delamination are reassuring, potential delam issues shouldn’t be deal breakers, especially since he owns two coaches and should be aware of XLII history.

If this coach is as good as described, you and the seller can collaboratively address any concerns.

I advise that after agreeing on a price, the next crucial step is a pre-purchase inspection. The location of the coach will determine where to conduct this, but start with a delamination inspection by Prevost. The severity of delamination can vary—none, some, or significant—and repair costs can range from minimal to upwards of $50,000. Knowing the extent of the issue will help both parties move forward in the sale.

Ideally, the inspection should be conducted by the Florida shop known for handling delam repairs. Dismissing delamination as a minor issue is misleading; it can lead to moisture entering the coach, resulting in mold and mildew, which pose safety risks and expensive remediation costs. Full repairs typically involve adding strips under the skin to prevent moisture issues, while partial repairs may only require re-adhering loose panels.

Best,
Jon and Di
2006 Liberty Elegant Lady
Jeep Grand Cherokee, 1950 Ford
Knoxville, TN
Owner of three Liberty Coaches since 1990

Maybe I’m not properly following your comments?

If he told you the Coach had not been checked for delamination by Prevost but, instead by the dealer and a loose panel had been found and glued.  Then where is the deception?

If no paperwork, then it is likely that the dealership just did it as part of their zeroing-out the Coach.

Agree with Jon…if you think it was otherwise a great Coach, then why not have a delamination inspection by Prevost Winter Garden (or, elsewhere) be part of the pre-purchase inspection?

FYI – based on the pictures with the slides in…it looks like the French door refrigerator would easily open and be accessible while traveling.

Greg & Deb
2003 Prevost XLII Liberty Lady Classic
2017 Lincoln MKX Reserve
Pelican Lake Motorcoach Resort, Naples, FL

As a former 2005 Royale Coach XLII owner, I can tell you they are great coaches.  Nothing like the solid cherry cabinetry and simplicity of operation.  Great units.

I did not get a delam inspection done and ultimately found one panel that needed to be re-glued.  I think it was about $500 for the work at Prevost.  I agree with Jon…..the bill can be MUCH MORE, so do your homework.

Legacy Coach in Rockwall TX has a Royale for sale right now.  It was owned by a friend of mine.  You might check it out and compare costs.

Not sure where you live, but East Tennessee Luxury Coach just south of Knoxville does great work and knows these coaches in and out.

Good luck with your search.

Marshall & Nora Maddox
2007 Marathon H3-45 Double Slide – #1035
2023 GMC Sierra Denali
Norman the (mini) GoldenDoodle

Thanks everyone for the advice.

Moisheh& Zee
2008 Monaco Dynasty
1988 Bluebird PT38
2008 Silverado Toad
Hoping to find my Prevost soon!