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TAM: check the Jeep’s owner manual regarding flat towing, it will have very specific info for being flat-towed. Usually the “Tow” button is for that vehicle towing a trailer.

Wife and I returned a month ago from a 22 day Racing/working trip at Indy and Milwaukee. We were in our Tiffin Phaeton the whole time, dragging the 33’ Race trailer along the way. That’s the longest RV trip we’ve done. I love our coach but I was REALLY glad to get back home, even if only for a few days before I took off again (I’ve done 150k ++ air miles this year with a few more to go). That said we are debating on upgrading (for two reasons) to a Toter/Motorhome setup (30-40k tow rating, stacker trailer, etc). I will say that the kitchen space in our coach is HUGE, the pullout extended counter is awesome! The fridge is bigger/better than our home fridge, 1.5 bathrooms as well. Crazy! We could use less coach, for sure.

TAM: To quote my wife: "We're not motorhome people...." LOL....yeah, we're not your typical "motorhome" folks, I suppose...mid to early 40's in a 40' diesel pusher (2014 Tiffin Phaeton QBH)...we rarely visit campgrounds, due to overall length with enclosed race trailer (I've found a few places where we can fit, although I've had to back out of spaces and tight quarters - people ask "are you a truck driver?" LOL) - besides race tracks we are typically found on highways/interstates, rest areas, truck stops and Wal-marts - our favorite (free!) place to camp! LOL! We use ours for a very specific purpose: racing - transporting the race car to the track, accommodations along the way and at the track. Can I justify it dollar-wise? Nope, not at all...however, we have a massive apartment on wheels, with jacks down and 4 slides out the living space is AMAZING...the fridge is nicer than what I have in my kitchen at home, it has 1.5 bathrooms, etc....

Yeah, as mentioned, usually the depreciation is KILLER on these things - however, sometimes you are able to waltz into the right deal and come out ahead/even on the depreciation curve. Our local dealer, VOGT, offers same amazing deals/blowouts, granted, we have bought a few motorhomes from them over the years.

So, TAM, my advice, like others, rent both and see what you like. You may not like driving a bus, you may not like driving a big truck with a big trailer - you may prefer the smaller motorhomes or trailers. My Dad has a neat Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van Motorhome, it's the normal size for a Sprinter, still has a slide out and a full bathroom (with separate shower, not a wet head). It's very easy to drive and you can park it in normal spaces. So many choices.

Buying used can be a good thing - as long as you are not buying someone else's problem.