Newbie, 2006 Coachmen Freelancer 31' (E450)

Well, you have the hitch, now you need the base plate that fits to the CRV frame. Each vehicle is unique in that regard. Then you need the braking system - you need to be aware that there are 2 kinds. The least expensive if the "on - off" type, which means your brakes are either on or off. The second is the proportional system, which applies the brakes relative to how quickly you are stopping. I would use the proportional if I were you, as it will save the brakes on the CRV. Then you need to wire the tail lights/brake lights/turn signal lights on the CRV. Lastly, check to make sure that the CRV that you have is towable 4 down, what speed you can travel with it, and do you need to stop every so many miles in order to let the tranny cool down. I know nothing about the CRV, just some of the pitfalls with towing without knowing.

Good luck, and I think the deal you are getting is quite reasonable. Getting a MH from someone that you know looked after it is worth a lot of money for the future - not having to do repairs you weren't counting on.