My coach is a 1999 model. When we first looked at it, I was impressed at how everything felt of "quality" and not, as you say, like a cheap travel trailer. Of course, we decided to purchase it and have been nothing but pleased with the overall performance and quality, save a few items that needed updating and repairing simply from the aging process. Since we bought ours, we have looked at several coaches, both new and used, and unless they are the upper end models, they ALL feel cheap. Just recently, I went in a 2009 model Cross Country diesel pusher. Looks GREAT from the outside. Less than 30K miles, brand new Michelin tires, in-motion satellite dome, all the amenities. Went inside to take a look and upon opening the first cabinet, it was obvious that the manufacturer "cheaped-Out" everything else. Even the floors felt cheap and hollow. Asking price was $85K. Not in this lifetime........
Decide on one of the higher quality brand name coaches and then look for one several years older...even up to 10-15 years old....with a floor plan that will suit your needs. "Quality-BuilT" will trump "Newer/Cheaper" every time!!!