I have been lurking & reading great information from this rv fam but definitely have not read every post hehe. I would like to have an rv by midsummer so coming down to where I need to decide and need some advice on reputable brands and models.
I understand nothing is perfect & stuff happens but I feel like it is a good start to begin with something that has a good reputation & not known for cutting corners or shoddy craftsmanship. I can deal with mistakes happen, nothing is perfect but do not want to deal with that on top of poor craftsmanship & not reputable. I have not owned an RV so I cannot go off of experience, nor do any of my family or friends own an RV so cannot go by rl recommendations and we all know just because it is on the internet does not make it true. So I need you all with your experience & wisdom. I understand we all have different preferences & opinions but I believe good products & companies that back them up surpasses that so I need to start there & then refine it to my wants. Internet research is a good base but not a catch all (just because it is on the net does not mean it is so), I would like rl experiences & recommendations.
I prefer to buy new and am not worried about depreciation. I tend to do a lot of research & try to buy to keep because that has more value to me. I know the history, what it has been through, & how well taken care of. I buy my vehicles new (after research & not whim) and they have value hard to measure (less repairs, less crazy wear & tear, no hidden dmg, and years with no payments to make up for depreciation). I get more than what I spent out of what I buy despite depreciation because I do not trade in & they last me years without payments. If I desired something different every few years that would not work. So I am looking for longevity and that requires "good bones".
Basic details of what I am looking for
1. Class C because we have pets & want to bring them with us hence tow trailer not ideal. And want to keep the cost ideally below $150k which makes super C's & class A's not a reasonable expectation if I want quality.
2. Enough sleeping for me, hubby, son without major set-up each night and comfortable. Extra sleeping great if we have guest not worried about guest set-up.
3. Comfortable living area, kitchen with frig.stove, oven, microwave, & pantry. And comfortable means being able to see TV without cramping something up.
4. Bathroom & separate shower that my 6'3" hubby can live through.
5. Main bedroom separated from rest of living space meaning pocket door or conventional door. Curtain not private enough & fabric accordion door's my big dog will tear through.
6. At least one storage area that can hold bigger items.
7. Read about amps concerning ac & tv's...but just mentioned not explained why...please educate me.
8. Know enough to know I want powered/auto levelers & powered awnings.
9. Outdoor kitchen & entertainment would be nice but realize we are pushing it.
10. Can toad tow a Ram TRX.
I understand nothing is perfect & stuff happens but I feel like it is a good start to begin with something that has a good reputation & not known for cutting corners or shoddy craftsmanship. I can deal with mistakes happen, nothing is perfect but do not want to deal with that on top of poor craftsmanship & not reputable. I have not owned an RV so I cannot go off of experience, nor do any of my family or friends own an RV so cannot go by rl recommendations and we all know just because it is on the internet does not make it true. So I need you all with your experience & wisdom. I understand we all have different preferences & opinions but I believe good products & companies that back them up surpasses that so I need to start there & then refine it to my wants. Internet research is a good base but not a catch all (just because it is on the net does not mean it is so), I would like rl experiences & recommendations.
I prefer to buy new and am not worried about depreciation. I tend to do a lot of research & try to buy to keep because that has more value to me. I know the history, what it has been through, & how well taken care of. I buy my vehicles new (after research & not whim) and they have value hard to measure (less repairs, less crazy wear & tear, no hidden dmg, and years with no payments to make up for depreciation). I get more than what I spent out of what I buy despite depreciation because I do not trade in & they last me years without payments. If I desired something different every few years that would not work. So I am looking for longevity and that requires "good bones".
Basic details of what I am looking for
1. Class C because we have pets & want to bring them with us hence tow trailer not ideal. And want to keep the cost ideally below $150k which makes super C's & class A's not a reasonable expectation if I want quality.
2. Enough sleeping for me, hubby, son without major set-up each night and comfortable. Extra sleeping great if we have guest not worried about guest set-up.
3. Comfortable living area, kitchen with frig.stove, oven, microwave, & pantry. And comfortable means being able to see TV without cramping something up.
4. Bathroom & separate shower that my 6'3" hubby can live through.
5. Main bedroom separated from rest of living space meaning pocket door or conventional door. Curtain not private enough & fabric accordion door's my big dog will tear through.
6. At least one storage area that can hold bigger items.
7. Read about amps concerning ac & tv's...but just mentioned not explained why...please educate me.
8. Know enough to know I want powered/auto levelers & powered awnings.
9. Outdoor kitchen & entertainment would be nice but realize we are pushing it.
10. Can toad tow a Ram TRX.