I do not know either of the models you are looking at. Some general advice.... do not get distracted by the glossy finish inside or out. Take anything the dealer states with a big pinch of salt - to me dealers are just an additional cost impost between the factory and the customer. The first place I look at with a caravan is to crawl underneath and look at the quality of work down there where it cannot be seen. Is everything well protected and secured out of the way of stone damage - qual;ity of the construction etc. The next place to look is inside the dark cupboards and under the sink - looking for the same issues. Pull out a drawer, turn it over ans see how it is made... screwed and glued or just a couple of staples?

The most important thing is to look how well it is engineerred and talk to as many experienced owners of that model as you can.

John

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You buying new or used? If used check for water stains, see if the seals around the toilet/shower are tight. I had heard that used is sometimes better as the bugs have been ironed out.....:)

Thank you for your help and advice and we look forward to some memorable moments.