"Maximum 24 ft or longer" question
I'm looking now since quite a while for a used RV and I noticed that Class C's that are 26 ft long (or longer) are significantly less expensive that the shorter ones that are no longer than 24 ft. ...
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My wife and I own THIS RIG which is 23'-8" long, only 93" wide, and less than 10' to the top of the roof a/c unit. It is a scaled-down class B+, maybe considered in between a B and typical B+/C in the same length. When not towing our Jeep, we average 10.5 mpg. I feel it is ideal for a single person living in full time, as long as they live fairly simple. It has all practical features and good storage. It is extremely comfortable for the two of us during our 4 week excursions through national parks and such where hook-ups are seldom.
Our fully adjustable reclining captain seat with lumbar support is better than a couch to kick back, relax, watch TV, read, nap, whatever. The adjacent dinette bench makes a perfect ottoman. Our size rig is not ridiculous to drive around in, unless you travel often to dense populations like inner cities. Our rig is suburban friendly, and surely wilderness friendly.
Length will make a difference being it is your only vehicle to get around in. Something in the 22 foot range would be better yet. My brother owns a Starflyte which is in the 21-22 length, made from around 1997-2005, first under Coachman, later under Duramax. He parks it in many places meant for a car. It just sticks out a little. Because of their age, you should be able to find a real nice Starflyte in your price range. They offered different floor plans. I feel the model with the rear corner bed and single-seat dinette is ideal for a single person. They are built real well so one found in fine condition should serve you well.
My only issue with a Starflyte are their tiny class "B" style features like the sink, fridge, water & waste tanks, etc. For the 2-3 extra feet with our rig, everything becomes much more practical to use and rely on with true livability for extended periods without daily access to water and dump stations.
Another interesting rig is the Telstar made 1988-1995, built well, and due to age will be affordable for your budget. One of their models compares to our rig but selling for 1/3 the price. One in fine condition would surely be worth consideration.
Short scaled-down rigs are more likely to have been stored indoors which is a huge "+" in my book. One stored in a garage since new would be a rare find worth paying more for and doing it quickly before it gets sold to someone else.
One thing certain, plan on a long drive or a plane to buy one because you might wait years or forever to find the right one in your area.
Our fully adjustable reclining captain seat with lumbar support is better than a couch to kick back, relax, watch TV, read, nap, whatever. The adjacent dinette bench makes a perfect ottoman. Our size rig is not ridiculous to drive around in, unless you travel often to dense populations like inner cities. Our rig is suburban friendly, and surely wilderness friendly.
Length will make a difference being it is your only vehicle to get around in. Something in the 22 foot range would be better yet. My brother owns a Starflyte which is in the 21-22 length, made from around 1997-2005, first under Coachman, later under Duramax. He parks it in many places meant for a car. It just sticks out a little. Because of their age, you should be able to find a real nice Starflyte in your price range. They offered different floor plans. I feel the model with the rear corner bed and single-seat dinette is ideal for a single person. They are built real well so one found in fine condition should serve you well.
My only issue with a Starflyte are their tiny class "B" style features like the sink, fridge, water & waste tanks, etc. For the 2-3 extra feet with our rig, everything becomes much more practical to use and rely on with true livability for extended periods without daily access to water and dump stations.
Another interesting rig is the Telstar made 1988-1995, built well, and due to age will be affordable for your budget. One of their models compares to our rig but selling for 1/3 the price. One in fine condition would surely be worth consideration.
Short scaled-down rigs are more likely to have been stored indoors which is a huge "+" in my book. One stored in a garage since new would be a rare find worth paying more for and doing it quickly before it gets sold to someone else.
One thing certain, plan on a long drive or a plane to buy one because you might wait years or forever to find the right one in your area.
