Idle Time 185 FB Travel Trailer Depreciation & Resale Value

Idle Time 185 FB keeps an estimated 64% of its value after 5 years — #1610 of 5948 RVs & trailers VINdown tracks. See its full depreciation curve, cost per day, and best model year to buy.

Per VINdown's modeling, the Idle Time 185 FB retains an estimated 64% of its value after five years, ranking #1610 of 5948 RVs & trailers we track. That is 9 points above the 55% five-year average for Travel Trailer in its class, so it holds value better than most rivals.

Most of the loss lands early: the Idle Time 185 FB sheds about 7% of its value in year one alone. From roughly $19,425 it falls to around $12,451 by year five — a five-year loss near $6,974, about $3.82 a day in depreciation.

Because the steepest drop hits around year 1, a lightly-used Idle Time 185 FB bought at 1 year old lets the first owner absorb the worst of the depreciation while the curve flattens — usually the value sweet spot. Explore the full year-by-year curve, trims, and true cost of ownership in the Model Lab above.

Idle Time 185 FB depreciation FAQ

Does the Idle Time 185 FB hold its value?

It keeps an estimated about 64% of its value after five years — better than most among the 5948 RVs & trailers VINdown tracks (ranked #1610).

How much does a Idle Time 185 FB depreciate in 5 years?

From about $19,425 it drops to roughly $12,451 after five years — a loss near $6,974 (64% retained).

When is the best time to buy a used Idle Time 185 FB?

Around 1 year old: that is just past the steepest depreciation, so you skip the biggest drop while the value curve is flattening.

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