2008 Winnebago Destination review - the option of a gas pusher or a diesel pusher
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2008 Winnebago Destination

"The option of a gas pusher or diesel pusher"
Base MSRP starting at $164,752

Winnebago says:  "There’s a new breed of Class A motor homes hitting the road and the 2008 Winnebago Destination™ leads the way, giving you the option of a gas pusher or diesel pusher chassis. 

  • It’s the first coach to take full advantage of the all-new Workhorse UFO™ chassis and its powerful 8.1L, 340 hp rear engine. 

  • Or you can choose the Freightliner® XC diesel chassis with a Cummins® 6.7L ISB diesel engine. 

Two innovative floorplans are loaded with storage and contemporary features like beautiful curved cabinetry and a 7'2.5" ceiling height."  There are 5 exterior paintwork finishes available, 3 of the options are full body paint.

2008 Winnebago Destination exterior

There are 2 floorplans available - the 37G (overall length 37'7") and the 39W (overall length 39'3").  We show these both below; the first is the 37G:


With both floorplans, there is the option to change the dinette to a table and chairs and the sofa bed to a sofa sleeper.  The next we show is the 39W:

Some of the features of the Destination:

  • Standard features - C.B. Wire Prep, Cab Seats (UltraLeather™) armrests, lumbar support, multiadjustable slide/recline & swivel, Console Center Cabinet, Cruise Control, Map Lights, Monitor System rearview b/w monitor w/single camera & 1-way audio, Power Door Lock keyless entry, Powerpoints 12-volt DC, Sunvisors, Window (Driver & Passenger) full-slider w/screen, Windshield Wipers intermittent.   Options:  Air Horns (w/Freightliner chassis), Cab Seat passenger w/footrest, Cab Seat 6-way power assist (driver), Video Camera System 2 cameras, side-mounted, turn signal activated
  • Standard: Ceiling fabric, Countertops laminate, Curtain front wraparound, Lights ceiling, wall switches, incandescent throughout coach, Light decorative, dinette, Lights reading, lounge, bedroom area, Mini Blinds galley, bath on 37G, Roof Vent bath area, powered fan, Roof Vent galley, powered ventilator fan, Shades pleated, lounge, dinette & bedroom areas, Windows dual-glazed/thermo-insulated/flush-mounted
  • Warranty (see Winnebago for full details) - 12-month/15,000-mile basic limited warranty, 36-month/36,000-mile limited warranty on structure8 10-year limited parts & labor warranty on roof skin
  • Wide range of features and options available

2008 Destination interior pictures:

The first shows the beautiful 30W interior with the table and chairs option:

2008 Winnebago Destination interior

2008 Winnebago Destination interior - looking forward 2008 Winnebago Destination kitchen
2008 Winnebago Destination dinette 2008 Winnebago Destination cockpit

 

 

2008 Winnebago Destination

"The option of a gas pusher or diesel pusher"
Base MSRP starting at $164,752

What do you think?

Readers comments:

Bob F :   Bought an 08 last September. Drove from North Carolina to Florida and then proceeded to California and returned home. I pulled a Chevrolet HHR and averaged around 10 mpg. This is my second motor home and my first Diesel pusher. We have has some issues but Freight Liner and Winnebago have taken care of everything.

Robert :   This is my 6th RV. The UFO is fantastic and my all time favorite-gas is the way when in the rear.You cannot hear the engine. Have done alot of mountain passes towing a Honda Fit, 2,600 lbs. Do not know the car is there. I have had ZERO problems. ZERO, I am in shock. Winnebago got it right and I salute them. WOW what a ride. My mileage in the mountains towingis 7.4. The stereo system is mind blowing. The design of the interior modern and anti-old Winnebago boring.Somebody at W should get a big raise for desigining this plush fun coach.

AB :   Hi: Test drove one of these today(Itasca Destination) beautiful coach inside. Handles like a dream, can't even hear the motor. Functional coach, think I'll be buying it on Monday!

Dr. Wayne Scott :   I test drove a 39W at Pamona FMCA Rally. It was fantastic. I "yanked it" around corners and from one lane to another. It handled wonderfully. One of the best handling coaches I have ever driven. Horse power, handling, transmission, A/C, brakes and the ride were superior !!!! I was also very impressed by the quietness of the engine, basement A/C, and the generator. (Input June 2008)

NCNan :   Took our first trip with this rig and it handled flawlessly. Got between 9-10 miles per gallon pulling a golf cart on a trailer-and that was mostly interstate travel. However, we discovered at least 12 issues with the construction of the motorhome. Will be taking it back to the dealer and see how quickly these things can be resolved. The layout/floorplan worked well for us. All in all we were pleased with the unit and hope all the repairs can be made promptly so I can rate this A+!

NCNan :   We are taking delivery of our Destination today, our first Class A. We are going from a Jayco Designer 5th wheel to this coach. From the moment I walked in, I knew this had everything I needed..from the king size bed to the convection/micro oven (no more standing on my head to light a gas oven)! The interior is beautiful, very upscale, clean lines and the interior lighting creates a calming atmosphere. Will keep updating this site to let you know gas mileage (we have the diesel pusher) and any other pros/cons.

Eugene Brumfield :   I test drove the 37g today and it's a sweet driving rig, quiet,nice floor plan, nice lighting inside, looks like a winner to me.

Jay McGeorge :   I have the 2008 37G gas pusher and pulling a 4000 lb toad I get about 6 mpg. It's been tough getting the early problems sorted but we like the RV very much. The big early problem was battery systems and flat batteries. They (and other things) were changed more than once but it didn't solve the problem. The problem turned out to be a short that was sorted by some little truck repair shop in Michigan after the Winnebago dealers had failed to diagnose the problem. Now we can really enjoy it and it's a great coach. It looks good from the outside and the layout inside is well thought out. The best RV we've had (this is our third.) We had some other problems like the furnace quit but this was sorted after three attempts.

howard :   any gas millage reports on 2008 destination?

DJones :   I saw this model at Pomona and was tempted. A beautiful coach, perhaps the one of the best Winnebago has produced. I agree it looks sleek and cool. I think the gas pusher concept is a winner for RVers like me who do very few miles each year. I wish I'd bought it, it looks like something I would enjoy for many years. Maybe next year.

ep :   Finally an RV that doesn't look like Holly Hobby from the Midwest decorated it! This RV looks great on the inside and outside. The interior does not look cheap! It looks sleek and cool! The engine in the back and the air in the floor make for a VERY quiet interior cabin. At the RV show in Pomona, CA. they had a special price of approx. $135,000.00 for a base model of the 39W. Base model is really all you need except for the Dish TV system. GREAT VALUE!!! Good Job Winnebago!

Rand :   Recently test drove a 39W with UFO chassis. Workhorse has done a nice job on ride and handling but no race horse. Coach has cheap interior for the high asking price, can buy many diesel pushers for less.

Ronnie Cotes :   I would like to see a comparison between the gas and diesel prices. I think this is a breakthrough coach, I like the idea of being able to choose diesel or gas, especially with the gas engine being in the rear. I've had 2 class A motorhomes and both were gas. Both had the big disadvantage of the noisy engine at the front with the big bulge between the front seats.

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