Buying a recreational vehicle is a large investment, so first-time buyers should carefully consider some important factors in order to make a good decision. What are your needs? How much recreational vehicle do you need? What recreational vehicle can you afford? Use the following hints to help you narrow down your choices and chose wisely in your recreational vehicle purchase:

1. Motorized or Towable: These are the two basic types of recreational vehicle models. Motorized RVs can be classified by Class A ( a diesel or gas motor coach); Class B (camper van); and Class C (a smaller, miniature motor home on a truck or van chassis). Towable RVs are fifth wheels, toy haulers, tent trailers, and other misc. that must be towed behind a truck or SUV. Which of these is best for you? You should take time to actually get into a wide variety of sizes and recreational vehicle classes, since each has a very unique feel.

2. New or Used recreational vehicle: There are both advantages and disadvantages to both of these kinds of motor homes. In brief, a new RV will come with a manufacturer