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95jersey
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Jul 29, 2016

Help me decide??

I have narrowed down my search to 2 used trailers that are fairly local with a great price. I decided I will pay cash.

One is a Hybrid 19' and the other a 17' traditional travel trailer. I am going to see both next week. The Hybrid is a little more expensive.

I want to sleep at least 3 with everyone in their own bed. This is my first RV so while I know I am buying a very small trailer, in case things don't work out, I can always sell without losing much.

Which one should I go with? These are NOT the actual units themselves, but these websites have good pics and information.

Choice #1 (2014 KZ Sportsman Classic 18RBT)asking $11,000 but says negotiable
KZ RBT 18 Hybrid

Choice #2 (2015 Forest River Wildwood x lite fs174bh)asking $8000
Wildwood 17' travel trailer with bunks

The KZ is more expensive, but I am sure if I show up with $8k or $9k in cash he may seriously consider the offer on the spot. The Wildwood is priced REALLY good but is a smaller trailer, but has everything I need for weekend trips.
  • One question often asked is, what will you use to tow your TT?

    Make sure you have enough tow vehicle to pull whatever you decide to buy, before you make the purchase.
  • JMO, but you're making the same mistake many before you have already made - assuming that a conventional travel trailer and a hybrid are comparable when in fact they're really two entirely different animals. Either you absolutely want to sleep under tenting and are willing to deal the many vagaries of any trailer with tenting OR you're not. That's the factor on which you should be making your decision.