I'm embarrassed to say, we have been debating trailer or no for years. We are almost 60 and have never towed much. We had a tent trailer and loved it when the kids were little but it was cheap and just not want we want now. We are empty nesters on the verge of retirement looking for longer trips. We are most interested in a comfortable bed. Preferably a larger frig and I would like an oven but that is not a deal breaker. We want less than 25 ft since we are newbies and quite frankly, a little scared. We have a pretty open budget (new vs used) of less than $20K.
We recently bought a vehicle with plenty of towing ability (2017 Lincoln Navigator) so we finally are serious! It will tow up to 8600-9000 lbs. We are looking at under 5000 lbs.
We recognize that we are always going to have some repair issues. Hubby is not greatly handy but we are smart enough to do small repairs and hire a professional, if necessary. My question is: if you are looking at a used trailer, is there an inspection than we need to have done prior to purchase and who do you have do it? Should we trust the dealership if they are selling the unit? If local, it will be much easier than if bought from a distance. We mostly just don't know how to research what we are buying.
Thanks for the guidance!
Jenny and Chuck
We recently bought a vehicle with plenty of towing ability (2017 Lincoln Navigator) so we finally are serious! It will tow up to 8600-9000 lbs. We are looking at under 5000 lbs.
We recognize that we are always going to have some repair issues. Hubby is not greatly handy but we are smart enough to do small repairs and hire a professional, if necessary. My question is: if you are looking at a used trailer, is there an inspection than we need to have done prior to purchase and who do you have do it? Should we trust the dealership if they are selling the unit? If local, it will be much easier than if bought from a distance. We mostly just don't know how to research what we are buying.
Thanks for the guidance!
Jenny and Chuck
