First Time Buyer...Updated 03/06/2006

We bought a 1994 34 ft Newmar Dutchstar with 55,000 mile this past January for $22,000. We took it to the RV shop for a once over and to replace bad slide out seal and a few lights that weren't working. Then off to the Chevy dealer for a once over, new rear brakes, a bunch of new stuff in the front end. After a few short trips, we loaded up four adults , three kids and two dogs and headed for Disney World. We blew a tire south of Atlanta, which damaged the tire next to it, the spare was dry rotted. Spent $887 on tires. The next morning we heard metal on metal coming from the left front brake. After checking in at Fort Wilderness, found B and H RV repair who conveniently service RVs on site at Fort Wilderness. 2 calipers,2 rotors, 2 brake lines and a set of brakes later, we were ready to rock and roll( minus $1,488). I still feel used is the way to go, considering the vast depreciation. Just keep some cash near by for the unexpected. I have learned that I would not be happy without the slide out in the living area. If I trade in or up, I will look for a slide out in the bedroom as well.