Starting my education process....
Awesome forum!!!! been reading it for the past few days. I do like Class B's but they are just outside of my budget, well at least the ones I like. I'm looking at C's since we are 4 (parents ...
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DrewE wrote:
From what I understand, at least when you get beyond the smaller class C's, the class A's are actually more maneuverable in most cases. The extended van chassis that most class C's use do not have a very tight turning radius.
For what you want, I would suggest considering an ex-rental unit. They typically don't have slides, and are usually constructed to be comparatively sturdy and foolproof, and are decently maintained while in rental use. CruiseAmerica is one company to check out for these; $20K - $30K is a lot less than $70K - $90K.
I will third what Drew said even though I completely understand and respect that this is not the best option for everyone perhaps for many reason. Still, I think it should be looked at and considered as most of the negatives are flat out myths and the biggest positive is possibly paying cash and owning your unit 100%. The biggest catch is you have to be cool with their limited options.
I bought a used RV from CA for 19k last December. It has been AMAZING! They do a TON of work on them and fill them with new parts and paint. To get anything close to what CA was selling from a private seller or a used lot I was looking at about 38-45K and those units weren't filled with new stuff or reconditioned at all and also didn't come with a 12 month warranty and also didn't fix more than 20 things I asked to change, replace or fix before driving off. Just my experience any way.
Consider renting once or twice before you buy. That will teach you a lot about what you want versus what you need.
Four people and pets? I suggest something larger than my 24 footer. Once you decide what, where and how you will use it then start looking always keeping those parameters in mind. Good luck!
