I am a newbie, too, though we are going with a class a. Buying new and big has been vey tempting, but I decided to go smaller and used for our first coach. Shopping for a good used Motorhome has not been easy or fun...so much smelly or leaky or poorly maintained stuff is out there. Other than writing a much bigger check, a sorta think buying new would have been easier. I think either approach has its advantages..I.So, if you can afford it and you are comfortable with your choice, stand strong and buy what you want.