New tires for an RV we're going to sell

[bpaikman]

Our tires were installed 3 1/2 years and 28,000 miles ago, and the dealer we are considering using to sell it wants us to put new tires on it.
We've been shopping around, and quoted 5800 for Goodyear (which is what's on it now). For a less expensive option, they mentioned Cooper tires which are actually formulated differently, intended for the trailers that are pulled behind semis.
My stance is don't put anything on it that I wouldn't want to drive on myself, but we're not sure that who's gonna buy it would be driving much?
Thoughts? Welcome all input on selling a well-cared-for, fully functional, 35-foot Newmar.

 

[Neal]

Can the dealer handle getting the tires and withhold it from the sale (with receipt)? Removing you from this decision?

 

[Holdmybeer]

The dealer suggested the Cooper Tires because they know they can tell the buyer it has new tires and in all likliehood the buyer wouldn't know one brand from another. If you've quality tires with a minimum 2 1/2 years left on them I'd tell the consignment dealer I'm in charge here, not you. If a buyer makes an issue of it, that's what negotiating is about. Regardless, you'll know it's got the tires on it you'd want to drive on yourself, win-win.

 

[Boat Bum]

I wouldn't put new tires on unless there were visible signs warranting it.

 

[Neal]

Going to have to agree with others. Tires at 2.5 years old do not need to be replaced. The dealer can do it if they want on their dime.

 

[Rollin Ollen]

Our tires were installed 3 1/2 years and 28,000 miles ago, and the dealer we are considering using to sell it wants us to put new tires on it.
We've been shopping around, and quoted 5800 for Goodyear (which is what's on it now). For a less expensive option, they mentioned Cooper tires which are actually formulated differently, intended for the trailers that are pulled behind semis.
My stance is don't put anything on it that I wouldn't want to drive on myself, but we're not sure that who's gonna buy it would be driving much?
Thoughts? Welcome all input on selling a well-cared-for, fully functional, 35-foot Newmar.

If I were buying a used rig, I would rather see the tires it came with. If I saw NEW tires on it, I would question why. Is there a problem with steering or suspension would be on my mind.