Newbie needs HELP please!

The trend viva is a new version of Class C so it's in the early stages of product life cycle. Popular style right now.

The Minnie Winnie is in the later stages so it's already covered development costs and popularity is less.

Price reflects what the market will bear.

Search this Forum for the make/model you are interested in. Visit local campgrounds during the next year and talk to Class C owners about what they DON'T like about their rig. Otherwise, they'll always try to convince you what they bought is right for you.

Good advice. Thanks guys!

With a short Class C you get a little easier parking in malls etc., except for the height and width which is about the same regardless of length. With a 27 foot or longer you can get a rear bedroom with RV Queen sized bed plus overhead bed for kids and usually a convertible dinette or jackknife couch that converts to a bed. Adults with any knee or foot problems quickly tire of climbing up and down a ladder in the dark and trying not to awaken their spouse. 27 footers and longer have a lot more cargo and cabinet space which is good with kids stuff and, etc. Rehearse sleeping, going to the bathroom, showering, cooking, etc., when looking at various lengths and floor plans. A 27footer handles almost the same as a 22-24 footer. Is your driveway long enough? Slides are nice if they don't block access to things when retracted, they add weight and potential for mechanical and water leak problems. Don't be overawed by a 27 footer vs a short Class C that is 3 feet longer.

Thanks! I'm looking at mainly Jayco and Winnie now mainly due to the fact that the dealers are within 20 miles of us for service/warranty work. Any opinions as to which is the better choice? I like the 2-year warranty on the Jayco.

We too have been looking at those type RVs, check out the Minnie Winnie 25B, a bit longer and quite a bit more wheelbase for not much more money.

Thanks I'll check it out. Don't think it'll fit in our driveway though....

As for the Trend/Viva motor homes, I don't believe a GVWR of 9,350#, is anywhere near adequate for a 24' RV.