Should You Buy A Class B?

Class B RVs are the smallest type of RV on the market. These units are built on a van chassis, and are otherwise known as camper vans or van conversions. Class B motor homes have a raised roof and can be customized to suit all of your RVing lifestyle needs.

If you prefer large, spacious motor homes, then the Class B may not be the ideal unit for you. Take some time to look at the positives and negatives of the Class B RV before you commit to buying.

Class B RV Positives

- The Class B RV will use less fuel than its more spacious counterparts. This saves you money. The Class B unit is also easier to drive in the mountains.

- You can often park your RV in the regular sized parking space.

- Use your RV as a second car.

- This type of RV can typically be serviced at any mechanics shop or garage.

- You have the option to tow a trailer or other car with your motor home.

- You have the option to explore parts of the countryside that larger RVs cannot.

- This unit can be parked and left on your driveway.

- It is easy to clean and wash, and it takes less time to do so.

- The driving and living areas are connected making it easy to move between the two areas.

- If the space is too limiting, you can upgrade and purchase slide-outs.

Cons to Class B Units

- You will have limited storage space. This means you have to pay added attention to what you bring on board.

- Sleeping room is limited, as is physical living space. It is ideal for one or two people.

- Although space is tight, it gets you out into nature or the world when traveling.

- Beds are often fold-outs, so they are put away each morning.

- Bathroom space is limited.

- Some people don't feel as though this size of RV is good for living full time in the unit, while others are fine with it.

- Prices vary, meaning some new models are more expensive than Class C units.

How to make the decision

Research and analyze what your RVing needs are and then make your decision. Try out different sizes, models, and styles by test driving. Your RVing lifestyle is just around the corner.

Julie Jacobs travels the U.S. writing about motorhomes, travel trailers, and other RVs. For more information visit PedataRVCenter.com