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You will have plenty of choice with your budget but you are right, damp can still be a major issue,even with relatively new vans.   It may be worthwhile getting any prospective purchase checked over by caravan engineer (for a fee obviously).   It may cost but when you are spending that sort of money, it is buying peace of mind.

As for towing, I would also recommend one of the club courses.  

Motor movers are also worth their weight in gold, not only for getting the van onto the driveway but also when you turn up at a site and the only pitch left is an awkward one!  (and much less embarrassing than endless backing up and pulling forwards being watched by everyone else).

You will probably get more for your money from a private sale but will need to know what to look for, be prepared to travel around a fair bit viewing vans, and will have to check CRIS details for outstanding finance and possibly, stolen vans.  That being said, you can often get a lot of the kit thrown in with the price, including awnings, water barrels and Wastemasters etc.   and these extras can cost a fair bit if buying them new.  If sellers have a FSH, warranties can still be transferred, for a fee.