We have a 2011 that we purchased in 2012 as a dealer leftover. Yes the outside compartments can be a real headbanger and struts to hold them open would be nice. New models have side opening doors. Half bath is nice and once you have one you won't go back. Side couch is a little short for me, meaning the distance from your back to your knees. DW thinks it's fine of course. Huge shower is a plus. Make sure to check that there are no cracks in the shower pan. Has been an issue for some. Fiberglass roof is a nice feature. Does have some squeaks and we are slowly working through these. You fix the loudest one first, then go on to find the next loudest. Had a problem where the rubber coupler between the half bath black tank and the Macerater came loose and we got a not so nice surprise. Found a depression in flooring as if a knot popped out of the wood substrate and they just put the vinyl flooring over it. Had to go to the factory for a fix but that was quite painless. Overall a very livable coach that we still like very much.