Hello. Looking for a good flat towed vehicle to tow behind our motorhome. Thoughts on a 2013 Honda CR-V EX-L AWD with 88k miles? Car was very well kept. No pets or kids and everything is super clean on the inside and outside. The dealer wants close to $18K, which seems a little high, but given the marker we're in, at least it's on par. I did get them to kill many of the extra "fees" so that's a bonus. Here is my main question: either purchase this or instead, purchase a tow dolly so that I can pick any FWD/RWD vehicle to put on it. Any pros/cons with either direction in how they affect the vehicle? I heard it stated that you shouldn't flat tow am AWD model, but the user guide does state this one can be. Making sure I make a well informed purchase decision.
There's a LOT of info out there - Google can be your friend
https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=cars+that+can+be+flat+towed
Here's some model-specific info https://www.etrailer.com/faq-flat-tow-package-2012-2014-honda-crv.aspx
Thanks Glen. I’ve already ran the gamut of google searches and ready extensively. I’m more looking for actual sound advise instead of non-mechanic answers from people saying everything is fine. Just looking for pros and cons, especially when some state you shouldn’t flat tow an AWD vehicle. Hope this helps to add more context?
Only concern is the car is hitting close to 10-years old and I like to keep cars for quite a while.
The Honda 2.4L NA engine with the 5 speed TC automatic transmission is relatively bulletproof, with Scotty saying numerous times, that’s the preferred powertrain in the CR-V.
Since it’s a used vehicle, you absolutely want to have it thoroughly inspected by a professional honest mechanic (whom you trust) to check if the vehicle is in tip top shape for your intended long term ownership.
If they give you the green light, that vehicle still has plenty of useful life remaining, as Scotty previously made a video of an older generation CR-V, with the same powertrain, having ~400,000 miles and still running strong.
PS. I’d be leery at flat towing an AWD vehicle, even though the manual states you can safely tow <65mph. It’d be one massive repair bill if you inadvertently exceed that limit, or worse, the AWD system suffers damage (while outside the warranty period).
All the best!
Is this a good deal: 2013 Honda CR-V EX-L + Navigation & AWD with 89k miles - $16,400.
Located at a local dealer and comes with Honda Certified guarantee (not sure I place any weight on these warranties though.) 1-previous owner. Car was well kept. Minor paint chips on the inside portion of the outside handles, but nothing that stands out. Still looks excellent. No pets or kids and everything is super clean on the inside and outside. Only concern is the car is hitting close to 10-years old and I like to keep cars for quite a while. However, I hear these can last forever. Looking for thoughts from this community on what you think about the deal?