81 Winnebago values/potential issues

[Matt Ellis]

So I drop by this yard sale in my neighborhood and notice this Winnebago there for sale.  I see its pretty clean looking, they're trying to get rid of it. '81 Winnebago "Brave" with 64k on it and its Chrysler 360 Engine. All mechanical records in a big fat book, with a note saying, "Sat for 5 years then bought, Mechanic says all it needs is to Run it for awhile and she'll be good".  I'd need to see the smoke on this one.  Black smoke good...Blue, no bueno.  I havent owned a Chrysler Engined product and would like insight, but I'm not a fan at the moment.  Hmm, interesting. It looks clean, albeit faded.  I see its carbuerator and remember having to rebuild one myself because of that.  I can do this maybe, but it sometimes is no fun, because a tune up may follow, then points, coil, etc.  I know that interiors are built pretty cheap on these things and would need work. But what about all the other components/ Generator/AC unit/Fridge/stove? Most importantly the Generator, plumbing, water tank, various pumps, wiring, Etc? Can I hear some good/bad scenarios?  Positive I see here is that its got its records, which I'd like to go through.  I also have a good mechanic that works on RVs and can check it out.  I"ve heard already roofs can be nightmares, and I've noticed some of the putty/caulking jobs one sees on the seams.  Owner originally wanted 3500 and then dropped it down to 2400.  I'm thinking I might try and throw 1500 cash if it seems worthy.  Can I hear some wisdom and best worst case scenario one might find with a 81 Winnebago Brave? He said it was unique being it had a freezer too.  Any Brave owners out there give me a shout!  I would love to hear from you. Matt