ng2951 wrote:
The other thing to do instead of checking the dealerships is to go to a RV show. You will see many more campers of all types there and then go looking for a dealer that supplies them......
...You want to make sure your spouse wants to do this as much as you do. If someone is unhappy, if you cannot find the right rig, you may want to reconsider it.
I agree with going to RV shows. Take notes on the ones you liked AND the ones/features you didn't like. Some shows are only going to have certain brands or types on display. There's a big annual show in Hershey, PA (others elsewhere, too) where you'd see a lot. With the OP's time horizon, he can see something he likes new now with all the latest goodies and probably buy that feature/model used in a few years.
I think the OP said he will be solo, so will have the luxury of just meeting his own preferences, but definitely good advice for those with spouses. If you both aren't on board with the plan, could be expensive later. I've known couples who found that out too late with big luxury boats and RVs.
