We purchased twice from an RV show, although the sale was completed a few days later at the dealership. If you find what you want it seems like a good idea. Just understand that the sales staff is usually very professional, but many travel from location to location, working on a modified commission program, so they are very intent of closing the sale. They don't want you to think about it for a week and then go to the dealer, as the commission may be lost. So purchasing at the RV show may offer some highly motivated deals. But it has to be the right RV for you. Happy Trails.