superstar review

[esbar]

almost ready to order superstar 4059. Please give me good/bad experiences or thoughts from any owners

 

[Joe Dutchstar]

Curious as to why you choose a SuperStar? Do you tow a very heavy trailer?
Nice looking but the SuperStar appears to be a very specific application.
What is the amount of personal belongings, supplies, water etc. carrying capacity?

 

[Neal]

almost ready to order superstar 4059. Please give me good/bad experiences or thoughts from any owners

Give the forum search a go (click link below) as there are some other SuperStar posts that may interest you.

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[esbar]

Curious as to why you choose a SuperStar? Do you tow a very heavy trailer?
Nice looking but the SuperStar appears to be a very specific application.
What is the amount of personal belongings, supplies, water etc. carrying capacity?

Thank you for reply. We are brand new to RV life. We have looked at a lot of Class A diesel models and really liked look and build and feel of the Super C class. We will be using weekends. Few trips. Parked at big lake most of summer. Interested in any/all comments on good/bad other recommendations.
Basement definitely smaller than Class A. Has 150 fresh,60 grey, 40 blk. 6,200 lb carry payload, 20,000 lb tow.

 

[Old-RV'er]

Cannot speak to performance, when we picked up our vantana, a couple next to us was trading in the Super C they have from thor, said it was junk always in shop. I would compare holding tanks, fresh water tanks, approximate gross weight, and actualy floor plan length/access before you commit. You can use all the floor plan space in Class A, not sure how the cockpit of super c, lends itself to actual use when parked, big consideration if living space is primary. Remember RV's are about 400 odd sqft of living space, so that is small area to be confined in, and if you lose cockpit area, even smaller. Engine size is for me a major consideration, as the 360 is way underpowered, wish it was 400 at least, the DEF system seems to reduce power for some reason.

 

[FL-JOE]

I think they are very good looking rigs. When we purchased our 4369 new we looked at a couple super C floorplans but as full timers they seemed too small for our needs.

I suspect there are a couple advantages over having a regular DP though. I am guessing most super C owners don't average breaking a windshield every year, plus when you have your annual maintenance done it might be slightly cheaper and faster.

 

[esbar]

Thank you to everyone for the comments. They will be put into our decision making. More are always welcome. We are going slow and being arduous.

 

[redbaron]

When comparing, you should look at the Ventana 40' & 43' floor plans. This is the most directly comparable to the Super star, and has a bit larger engine with a bit less towing capacity.

The Ventana is rated to tow 15K lbs, and has 75 grey, 55 black, 105 fresh, 100 fuel capacity.

Those are direct comparisons for build type and features.

 

[Neal]

75 grey, 55 black

These sound high, not what I have.

 

[redbaron]

These sound high, not what I have.

It improved in 2020

 

[Old Bubblehead]

It's tough to know what you don't know. If all you are going to do is leave it set up, then floor plan and amenities are your driver. However, the few trips you mention what type of camping venue will you use? Check with then to see if your new rig is able to use those venues. I'm not making social comment here, or advocating either way. Just be aware that not all RV resorts are open to the Super C rigs yet. I have read people complain about this, and be surprised when they tried to use a venue and were refuse. May be important to you, or not be.

 

[Joe Dutchstar]

My suggestion if you are not going to put many miles on the RV consider a tow behind. Powered units, especially Diesel, do not like to sit.
You will end up having all sorts of issues from lack of use.
You will end up being much happier with a tow behind rather than a powered unit.

 

[esbar]

Thank you everyone for all your replies and suggestions. We have re-evaluated and placed an order for a Supreme Aire 4573 from Transwest. We are so excited to enter the RV experience. Transwest was fantastic and I cant say enough good things about the buying experience they provided.

 

[GUS2000]

congrats on your Supreme Aire order!! we bought our Super Star 4051 from Transwest in Frederick and couldn't be happier!! we need to start a Newmar Super C group/rally!!

 

[RandDescape]

From what I remember the DS, VT and KS were able to get bigger holding tanks in the '20 model year because the basement floor got 2" closer to the ground to match the highline with the taller basement.