ssguzzy...what part of Illinois are you in??
We have gone to a few shows and they're fun but they can also be overwhelming and high pressure salespeople are plentiful! I do enjoy going through the different models but if you don't keep notes you forget which ones you liked and you have to start all over again.
Brochures are helpful but I'm finding that some don't put much information in them except for the 'ammenities' and I need to know more. I want to know about chasis, engines and transmissions...warranties, service and recall information, breaking systems, towing capacity, turning radius, back-up camera systems and of course the outside tailgate/entertainment center
We're having fun in our search and we'll get more serious about it when we feel the time is right but it never hurts to read, ask questions and do your research beforehand. I envy all of you who are already out there having fun but I'll be there soon too!