The best motorhomes on the market are those that come from reputable manufacturers, are built with parts made by trusted suppliers, and have the modern amenities that are best suited to your specific needs. The quality and safety are constant that each model must meet, and the quality, not the quantity, of the comforts are also constant. However, deciding which manufacturers make the best motorhomes based on the amenities available is a very personal decision.
In your search, be sure to find out not only who made the motorhome you’re considering, but also who made the chassis and engine used in the RV. Some Newmar motorhomes use chassis and engines manufactured by Mercedes Benz, ensuring a smooth and safe ride characterized by superior engineering. Some of the Fleetwood and Damon A-Class motorhomes use chassis from Freightliner, the long-established manufacturer of semi-trailers. With the long frames used in the making of these RVs, a chassis from a trucking company is sure to be reliable.
The best Class A, Class B and Class C motorhomes will have features made of solid and reliable materials. Cabinets made of wood, not laminate or plastic, are a mark of quality workmanship, as are leather furniture, porcelain floors, and standard or apartment-size appliances from reputable manufacturers. The Newmar Ventana is a Class A motorhome that showcases all of this, with handcrafted oak cabinets, porcelain floors, a full-size refrigerator and stove. However, you don’t have to buy a Class A motorhome to enjoy this kind of quality. The Itasca Spirit offers many of the same amenities, made with the same materials and workmanship of the same quality.
Finding the best motorhome for you and your family should include many of these constants. Your motorhome should also have a warranty, whether you buy it new or used. Each manufacturer grants a warranty on its new vehicles; Accredited dealers will also include some type of extended warranty on their used models. Shop from multiple dealers to find the best warranty, and be sure to ask about available rebate offers. Some dealers offer special offers to customers looking for their RVs online.
Before you even start shopping, make some decisions about what you need and want in your new RV. The size of the motorhome you choose should depend on several important factors, including the number of people who will sleep in your motorhome, the amount of time you will spend in it, the comfort you have when driving various sizes of vehicles and your own personal preferences. Often times, the needs of a young couple looking for a vehicle for an occasional vacation differ from those of a retired couple planning to spend months traveling and staying in their RV. Keep this in mind, and the sheer number of RV options will no longer seem so overwhelming, as you have narrowed your search.