[larryweikartsr]

Welcome Tammy to the best Coach forum on the net. The people on this site are as helpful a group as you will ever find. One item that has not been mentioned, so far, is the option of buying directly from Newell. Not knowing your budget, you may want to visit the Factory, they are extremely pleasant and have quite a few trade-ins on site. It's a plus just getting to meet the people you may be dealing with in the future and they will give you a tour so you'll see how this great product is built. If you purchase a coach directly from Newell, and it is less than 10 years old it comes with a bumper to bumper warranty, which can be very valuable since most surprises of owning a "previously loved" coach will occur early to the new owner. We bought our coach directly from Newell and our alternator quit working on our way home from the factory delivery. Old tires, batteries and other areas of neglect may be easy to determine by an inspection but some other items can just give out. Not trying to sell a coach for Newell, but just giving you another option, especially since you'll be traveling alone and have very little experience when it comes to a complex Motor coach. The 24/7/365 service line is invaluable. Good luck in your quest and future travels!