Forest River California Oregon 178DB vs Salem By Forest River 19RBHL — Depreciation Comparison

Forest River California Oregon 178DB vs Salem By Forest River 19RBHL: 5-year value retention (49% vs 49%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Forest River California Oregon 178DB holds its value better.

On five-year value retention the Forest River California Oregon 178DB comes out ahead, holding about 49% of its value versus 49% for the Salem By Forest River 19RBHL. Over the first five years the Forest River California Oregon 178DB loses roughly $15,605 while the Salem By Forest River 19RBHL loses about $22,920 — a gap near $7,315.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Forest River California Oregon 178DB sheds about 15% in year one versus 20% for the Salem By Forest River 19RBHL. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.

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