I was all set on a 07 BT Cruiser 5291 on a Ford chassis, had the Rv inspected and everything checked out. Spoke to the seller and they seem like great people, they bought the RV new and kept it in great shape. Then saw a local listing for a 07 Georgetown 350 bunkhouse model on a Ford chassis, with not much going on this weekend we decided to go and look at it. Wow it was a real nice unit and having bunks would be great as we have two kids ages 11 and 9. Now I am totally confused, both unit will cost about the same because I would need to spend on airfare and gas getting the BT home. My questions are1. This being our first RV should we stick with a B+ or is an A ok for us. 2. Will A cost more in maintenance, I saw several post about folks having a hard time finding someone to repair their A 3. We plan to towe a car on a dolly, which is better rv is better equipped4. I have not seen the BT Cruiser that we are buying but I have seen several used ones for sale and one thing I noticed is that the materials (sofa, tv, carpet, etc.) in the Georgetown seems to be higher grade materials. What do you guys think, again price wise it's about the same but my wife likes the B+ because of its size and drivability, but like the A for the additional of the bunks. We didn't test drive either yet because of weather. Thanks

I would go with the Georgetown. 4 people in a BT would be a problem for me. The kids will much rather have a bunk of their own, and you and wife will appreciate not having to convert the dinette or couch into a bed on a daily basis.Take a very close look at the storage spaces available, then figure what you will want to take along. I suspect the Class A has more storage available. Before you decide you HAVE to go get in one, especially the smaller one. Driving a class a can take a little getting used to. Backing either one can be a challenge and takes some practice. But If I can anybody can.

we have a B+ its great for two older people, your a young family the A will do more for you, expense? there all money pits. tires are a big chunk,no matter how good they look if there 5to 7yrs old they gotta go. a blow out WILL cause thousands of dollars in damage. have fun in your travels.go get the A.

Get the Class A. You and the kids will love the bunks and the extra space.Yes, they are an expense but it's the only way to travel.

Things to consider:1. Parking at home vs. storage - can you park an A at home in your driveway/side yard? Or will you have to pay for storage when it's not in use? How does that compare to parking the B+2. Driver - you mentioned that your wife likes the size of the B+ better. Is she going to be happy driving the A, or will you be the one doing all the driving all the time? If so, are you OK with that?3. Length - how do the lengths compare? If the A is significantly longer than the B+, is that going to impact where you can stay? Are you just staying at RV Parks or do you want to stay at more primitive campgrounds which are likely to have size constraints. Length can also decide whether you use the RV for day trips, second vehicle (if your primary is in the shop), etc. or just for vacation time.4. Personal preference - how do you and your family feel about sharing close quarters? You and your family need to decide FOR YOU if the added space is worth more than what you potentially lose.5. The TOAD - again, considering lengths, will one RV be more user friendly than the other to leave the TOAD behind at times?If there isn't much difference with the lengths, then it will be strictly personal preference. Height difference could be a consideration also.

Get the class A if there are 4 of you. As far as not finding places to work on class As, that's a myth. Good luck!

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aruba5er
Explorer
Feb 08, 2015
apples and oranges. Four people A .2 people B. Easy to drive, park B .Walk long distances because you can't find a place to park A. Spend a lot of money for repairs,A. Buy 6 tires A buy 4 tires B. Have a real bed, A. tear up the couch, move things around to make a bed out of dining area, B. I was thinking of a B but now we have father in law to take along and all I can think of is a B being a porta potty.
Community Alumni
Feb 08, 2015
Get the class A if there are 4 of you.

As far as not finding places to work on class As, that's a myth. Good luck!
toedtoes
Explorer III
Feb 08, 2015
Things to consider:

1. Parking at home vs. storage - can you park an A at home in your driveway/side yard? Or will you have to pay for storage when it's not in use? How does that compare to parking the B+

2. Driver - you mentioned that your wife likes the size of the B+ better. Is she going to be happy driving the A, or will you be the one doing all the driving all the time? If so, are you OK with that?

3. Length - how do the lengths compare? If the A is significantly longer than the B+, is that going to impact where you can stay? Are you just staying at RV Parks or do you want to stay at more primitive campgrounds which are likely to have size constraints. Length can also decide whether you use the RV for day trips, second vehicle (if your primary is in the shop), etc. or just for vacation time.

4. Personal preference - how do you and your family feel about sharing close quarters? You and your family need to decide FOR YOU if the added space is worth more than what you potentially lose.

5. The TOAD - again, considering lengths, will one RV be more user friendly than the other to leave the TOAD behind at times?

If there isn't much difference with the lengths, then it will be strictly personal preference. Height difference could be a consideration also.
gbopp
Explorer
Feb 08, 2015
Get the Class A.
You and the kids will love the bunks and the extra space.
Yes, they are an expense but it's the only way to travel.
midnightsadie
Explorer II
Feb 08, 2015
we have a B+ its great for two older people, your a young family the A will do more for you, expense? there all money pits. tires are a big chunk,no matter how good they look if there 5to 7yrs old they gotta go. a blow out WILL cause thousands of dollars in damage. have fun in your travels.go get the A.
wildtoad
Explorer II
Feb 08, 2015
I would go with the Georgetown. 4 people in a BT would be a problem for me. The kids will much rather have a bunk of their own, and you and wife will appreciate not having to convert the dinette or couch into a bed on a daily basis.

Take a very close look at the storage spaces available, then figure what you will want to take along. I suspect the Class A has more storage available.

Before you decide you HAVE to go get in one, especially the smaller one. Driving a class a can take a little getting used to. Backing either one can be a challenge and takes some practice. But If I can anybody can.

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