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2019 Thor Four Winds 28Z — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $58,000–$80,000. There is 1 high-severity known issue you need to know before handing over a check.

Kestrel Take

A popular value gas Class C — the Four Winds 28Z offers a family-friendly bunkhouse floorplan at an accessible price on the proven Ford chassis. Thor builds to a price, so water intrusion, build quality, and slide reliability are the watch-items. A dry, well-kept Four Winds is a lot of family RV for the money; the roof/seal, cabover, and slide inspection is everything, and the Ford chassis is easy to service anywhere.

Known Issues for the 2019 Thor Four Winds 28Z

Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.

Water intrusion (roof, cabover, seals)High — wallet impact

Inspect the roof, cabover, seals, and slide for water damage.

Repair cost range: $500-$10,000+

Slide-out mechanism / sealsMedium

Operate every slide fully; check motors and seals.

Repair cost range: $300-$3,000

Build quality / cheap componentsMedium

Value build; inspect for delamination and loose trim, verify appliances/generator.

Repair cost range: Varies

Chassis service + tire ageMedium

Verify chassis service; check tire date codes.

Repair cost range: $300-$3,000

Walk-Away Red Flags

  • Water stains (especially cabover)
  • Slides that bind or leak
  • Delamination
  • Old-date-code tires

Good Signs

  • Dry roof and cabover
  • All slides operate
  • Fresh tires, documented service

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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.