If you're in the market for a Class C RV, there's no better place than Riverside Camping Center in New Bern, NC. Our RV dealership is in a prime location right outside the Croatan National Forest, just a short drive from North Carolina's Crystal Coast. Whether you fancy yourself at home in the pine trees and marshes of the nearby national forest, like taking weekend trips out to the coast, or embarking upon extended trips to the Outer Banks, a Class C motorhome makes an excellent companion. These unique RVs are ideal for solo travelers, couples, and families with kids and pets. Visit our dealership near the Neuse River in New Bern to tour our floor plans today.
A Class C camper is generally considered the Goldilocks of RV motorhomes. They're not as big or as intimidating to drive as large diesel-pusher motor coaches, but they're not as small as a Class B camper van RV.
The result is a spacious home on wheels that can sleep multiple people with a full RV bathroom and a driving experience that feels like an SUV or truck.
You can always tell a Class C RV apart from other motorhomes by noticing the "cabover" section, which is the part of the RV that extends out over the cab with the driver and passenger seat. In most Class C RVs, this cabover section has a bunk for an additional sleeping area, but some layouts have cabinets for extra storage here.
There are two main types of Class C RVs: those that we'll call "standard" models, and Super Class C RVs. A standard Class C is built on a cutaway chassis, like the Ford E-Series or Ford Transit, for smaller models. This is the most common Class C RV type.
A Super C RV is built on a Super Duty or Freightliner chassis and has a front end that looks like a semi truck instead of a van. These Class C diesel motorhomes have a lot of power and strength for driving through mountain passes, and they also tend to be equipped with luxury-level amenities.
Why would you want to choose a Class C over another RV type? Here are some benefits of Class C motorhomes for sale.
Whether you're in the market for a new or used Class C RV, our dealership in New Bern, NC, can help. We have a wide range of RV types available, from travel trailers and fifth-wheels to all types of drivable models, both new and pre-owned.
Our new RVs for sale come from many top manufacturers and feature the latest amenities.
For new campers, we recommend taking a look at our used RV inventory. These rigs typically cost less than a new model and have already been put through the paces by their previous owners, and they may come with updates like additional storage or decoration.
If you're on a budget, check out our RV inventory priced under $25K.
We offer RV financing through our dealership, where we work with a network of lenders who are experienced in the RV market. RV financing is a lot different than buying a car, and we're here to help you navigate each step of the process.
Once you purchase a new or used RV, our work isn't done. Our service team remains on standby for all your RV maintenance needs, whether it's seasonal inspections, winterizing prep, roof resealing, oil changes, or anything else!
Come tour a Class C motorhome for sale at our dealership in New Bern. Whether your heart is set on a Thor Motor Coach model or a model from Forest River, our inventory updates frequently.
Visit our used and new RV dealership and get ready to picture yourself in an RV – Class C motorhomes are well-suited for life around the Crystal Coast.
A Class C RV is a drivable motorhome that features a cabover section. The presence of a full cabover section is how you can differentiate a Class C RV from a smaller Class B motorhome – and also what makes it easy to tell apart from a Class A RV.
There are several small Class C motorhomes, with the Thor brand offering several miniature models, like the Thor Pasadena SE19, measuring just 19 feet long. You definitely don't need a CDL for these tiny campers. In fact, you don't need a commercial driver's license for any RV in the state of North Carolina, but one may be required in other states.
Class C RVs generally aren't higher than 12 feet tall, while some can be as short as 10.5 feet. The dimensions typically provide around 6 to 6.5 feet of interior headroom. Length varies greatly, from 19 to 45 feet. Class C RVs are around 8 to 8.5 feet wide, which gives you plenty of space around you on the highway in a standard 12-foot lane.
The towing capacity of a Class C RV depends on the model and size of the camper. Many have the ability to tow cars, small boats, trailers with ATVs, and other gear. It's not uncommon to see Class C RV towing capacities between 3,000 and 8,000 pounds. Our team at Riverside Camping Center can help you learn more about the specifications of models on our lot.
We recently purchased a new RV at Riverside Camping Center. Tim Mercer was our go to person and couldn’t have been more accommodating. He went out of his way to help i with the purchase. Trey and Jimmy also help to secure financing and also were very pleasant to work with.Thanks for a nice experience. Renee and Cary
I recently purchased a Blackthorn 5th wheel from this dealership, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. Tim Mercer was my salesman, and he was knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely helpful throughout the entire process. He made sure I felt confident in my decision and answered all my questions with patience and expertise. The customer service team was equally impressive—friendly, responsive, and committed to making sure everything went smoothly. From the initial walkthrough to final delivery, I felt well taken care of. If you're in the market for an RV, I highly recommend this dealership. Five stars all the way!
Over the years we have purchased 2 different motorhomes from Riverside. One used and the other new. The experience was great. No high pressure sales and our salesman Tim Mercer was very nice, especially helpful and knowledgeable. He actually made the experience a pleasure. We have used their service department on two occasions and were very pleased with the repairs.
purchased a used NuCamp teardrop in October 2025. Our salesperson Luis O-N was fantastic from the start. Reviewing the features, ensuring we could safely tow the trailer and working hard to close the deal. Good place to do business.
Exceptional RV Buying Experience! I recently purchased my RV from Susan and her team at Riverside Camping Center, and I couldn’t be happier with the entire experience. From start to finish, Susan made the process smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable. She was upfront, knowledgeable, and truly cared about helping me find the right fit. The whole team was friendly, professional, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect before I drove off the lot. I highly recommend Riverside Camping Center — ask for Susan if you want top-notch service and an honest, easy buying experience!
Bought my 2026 Chateau today. I love Riverside RV. The guys are awsome. They are exceptional Sales guys that take there time to explain everything in detail. Luis is my sales person and he is been with the company for over 10 years. I consider him my friend. He is awsome. I love him like a son(from another mother). Happy travels to me. If you come here ask for Luis. You regret it if you don't.
