Hello.  I am in the beginning stages of preparation to go full-time.  I am planning to purchase a used Class C motorhome, as small as I can feel comfortable in with my two dogs.  Today I looked at a 24' Winebago View.  I would be very comfortable and happy in this vehicle as far as size, look and layout.  I am looking for suggestions or reviews on small Class C/B motorhomes.  I will not be towing anything.  I want something very reliable and high quality.  I will plan to purchase at least a couple of years old, to forego the major depreciation of a new motorhome.  Thanks in advance for any advice or tips (reviews, tips, good websites, dealers, what to watch out for, etc.!).

Coach House-----------Leisure Travel------------And Phoenix Cruiser is where my search would begin, G

I would add LazyDaze and Born Free to the list GeneCop posted.

Great, thanks!  I will definitely check into those.  Any thoughts on the Winebago one way or the other?  Does it have a reputation for quality (or not)?  And it may go without saying, but I am also looking for value, not just expensive quality!  i.e., something may be known for quality, but may also known to be expensive.  That would not be my first choice.  Thanks again.

I've got an '08 View H and just returned from a rally of 80 fellow View-Navion owners who met up at the Winnebago factory for a few days. Unsure if this group is representative of all, but everyone seems exceptionally pleased with their coaches (I love mine!). We were given a day-long tour of the factory, and the quality and expertise of the workforce was very evident. They also really seem to love their jobs and the company. While many mfrs bit the dust during the past 2 years, Winnebago is debt-free and strong. The CEO, Bob Olsen, even took a few hours to meet with us one day-- very down to earth and customer-focused. While others produce coaches on the Sprinter chassis, It's 30% of Winnebago's fleet, so they're committed to it and have a strong relationship with Mercedes. Winnebago also manufacturers nearly all of the own coach components- so if you need a part 10 or 15 years from now, they'll have it or they'll make it for you! There's a very active Owner's Forum on Yahoo Groups called the Skinnie Winnies that can provide lots of ideas and help ( and also do some really fun rallies!) Good luck in your search! Lynne

Just letting go of our 2002 Trail Lite B+ this week--15,000 miles of pleasure. 8 cylinder Chevy engine had plenty of power to pull trailer(man garage+motorcycle), got into any parking place, and 16 mpg didn't hurt any. If I were alone would not have traded.

People love the Views until they get them weighed. I was told they only have 800 lbs of carrying capacity and that is very easy to use up.

Although you are considering a Class B/B+ or C you may want to consider the new Tiffin Breeze which is a DP and is only 28' long, listed as a Class A. You get all the benefits of a DP, air-ride, air-brakes, diesel engine, etc. and the MSRP is in the mid 140K. If you get a new coach house, it most likely will exceed that price and you will end up with less value. Just a consideration.

Thank you everybody for your replies.  I have done a little research on them all.  Does anybody have recommendations for good contacts of dealers/individuals (or websites) that sell or assist in locating used Class C/B motorhomes?  I'm hoping for known good reputations for selection, service and fair pricing.