Newcomer Questions

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Allen,

Have you checked out:
http://www.vintagebirds.com/ history section yet? You can click on
each year, and also click on changes per year. That would be a start
on different layouts and years.
http://www.birdconnection.com/ has some pics and some "asking"
prices, and that may also help.

If you see some that fit your fancy, tell us what models and years
might work for you, and we can offer further advice.

Regards,
Dan
94 BB BMC 37'



--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "skip_slade" <skip@...>
wrote:
>
> Hello to All,
>
> My wife and I are now in our early sixties and are seriously
> contemplating full-timing for a few years. We anticipate spending
> much of the winter well south of the Mason-Dixon and summers in the
> northeast. We'd probably put approximately two to three thousand
> miles a year on any rig purchased.
>
> I have long admired the BlueBird approach to RVing; however, I must
> admit that my knowledge in this area is shallow at best. My wife
and
> I would greatly appreciate any comments from current full-timers
> regarding years and models to look for as well as features that are
> considered truly indispensable. When considering any used unit, are
> there problem areas that consistently appear and for which we
> definitely should be on the lookout?
>
> Also, we are determined to avoid purchasing more vehicle than is
> necessary. Generally speaking, what minimum size seems to function
> properly for most full-timers and provide the best compromise
between
> convenience and maneuverability? Anyone wishing to offer rough
> estimates on annual utility costs are encouraged to do so.
>
> Thanks in advance to anyone willing to take the time and make the
> effort.
>
> Allen Jarvis
> Merchantville, N.J.
>