Parking a 21 or 22 footer.

[Juan Chacho]

I think you'll be happy with the maneuverability. Seeing the different sizes (wheelbase length / extended) in person is a great idea to pick the right rig for you.

 

[WinneNomad]

Those who have used their longer than 20' van for awhile, please tell me about your parking experiences. Do you often use regular parking spaces? Run into any issues? How much of a challenge is it for you?

I have a 22' Winnebago class C. I usually park away from cars. Haven't had any problems.

But whoa, the Winnebago Solis are expensive ($117 to $140K new).

Class B's are probably best if you do a lot of traveling. I have been in a few and my initial impressions are they are not wide enough as compared to a class C. For long term camping in one spot a class C is better IMO. But the new class Bs are beautiful vehicles.

 

[Gfmucci]

I drive a 24 foot Winnebago View on a Sprinter chassis. It's long but skinny so it fits width wise just fine. I'm typically always able to find a solution for the extra length. At grocery stores. malls and places like that, I often just take two spaces meaning I end up using only 12 feet in each of the "two across from each other" parking spaces. I also try to park at the far end of a lot so my taking two spaces doesn't bother anyone. Additionally, I find there is usually a single space at the end of a lot or around a corner that will work. Most lots have some spots where the extra length is not a problem. I also occasionally back in and let my overhang extend a bit on the sidewalk or grass. The bottom line is that I rarely have any problems and enjoy the extra space. My cat likes it too.

And parking further away will help me achieve more steps. I always need more incentives to get my step count up a lot more.

I have a 22' Winnebago class C. I usually park away from cars. Haven't had any problems.

But whoa, the Winnebago Solis are expensive ($117 to $140K new).

Class B's are probably best if you do a lot of traveling. I have been in a few and my initial impressions are they are not wide enough as compared to a class C. For long term camping in one spot a class C is better IMO. But the new class Bs are beautiful vehicles.

Yeah, initially I had the same attitude toward class B vans. Compared to lower end Class Cs, they are roughly twice the cost per square foot.
What do people expect for that higher unit cost?

Probably the most important thing for B owners is locational/camping options and flexibility as well as easier, more carlike driving. I drove a new 2025 empty Promaster 2500 at a dealer this morning. The steering is lighter than my Mazda CX5 and drove like a dream. I could easily see one as my daily driver. As one planning to go solo, I don't see a need for anything wider or longer while most can comfortably accomodate 2 to 4 people.

 

[WanderingRose]

I had a class B for 17+ years, and wouldn’t have anything else.

So easy to get around in, and pretty much a “park anywhere” rig.

Two adults and a 65lb dog, but we loved it, then just me and the dog for another 125,000 or so miles.

I had an 06 and then an 07, the latter sold last year to a couple looking for exactly that, and if I could have afforded one of the new ones I wouldn’t have had one.

Look carefully at what you buy, is my suggestion, maybe go for used, and simpler is better.

IMHO.

 

[Gfmucci]

I had a class B for 17+ years, and wouldn’t have anything else.

So easy to get around in, and pretty much a “park anywhere” rig.

Two adults and a 65lb dog, but we loved it, then just me and the dog for another 125,000 or so miles.

I had an 06 and then an 07, the latter sold last year to a couple looking for exactly that, and if I could have afforded one of the new ones I wouldn’t have had one.

Look carefully at what you buy, is my suggestion, maybe go for used, and simpler is better.

IMHO.

Yup. A 2 or 3 year old is within my price range, ideally less than $90k.