1. Check eBay for Hybrid Travel Trailers.  On the eBay Motors site you can search both the active listings and the completed listings for any hybrid travel trailers for sale.  The active for sale listings will let you know what is currently available.  If you’re wondering if the price is the current market value, you can search the completed listings for an idea of the hybrid travel trailer blue book value.
2. Look on Craigslist for Hybrid Campers for Sale.  Because Craigslist is free and easy to use, a lot of people list vehicles, campers and trailers for sale on Craigslist.  The site is pretty easy to use, and if you want to be able to view your camper for sale prior to buying it, keep in mind the distance you’ll want to drive.  Try to view several before making any offer.  Don’t get emotionally involved with the sale – you might end up buying more than you need or a higher price.  Search the eBay listings first to give you an idea of what’s out there and the price so you can keep your cool!
3. Check Your Local Auto Trader Newspaper for Hybrid Travel Trailer for sale.  These free newspapers seem to be available just about everywhere, and almost always have a section for recreational vehicles for sale.  If you’re looking for hybrid campers for sale by owner this is a good place to check.  Of course they might not call them hybrid campers, be on the lookout also for hybrid travel trailers for sale by owner.  (Same thing.)  You might also see something you like in the pop-up camper line, so just keep an open mind.  With the new hydraulic systems out there you might not mind the pop-up or folding camper after all.  It’s not like the old days where they were difficult to raise anymore.
4. Check Your Local RV Sales Lots for Hybrid Travel Trailers for Sale.  One thing’s for sure, people love to trade up (and down!) when it comes to recreational vehicles!  Could be that someone who’s been towing a favorite hybrid travel trailer for a few years is ready to trade up to a motor home, and wants to trade in their towable travel trailer.  If you have a tow vehicle and would like a simple lightweight camper that you will have minimal setup hassles with, you might enjoy a hybrid travel trailer – win/win for everyone!

What to Look for in Hybrid Travel Trailer For Sale

1. The Age of the Hybrid Camper for Sale.  Here’s where you’ll want to kick the tires – literally!  Start from the ground up and inspect the camper.  Tires are one thing that rots with age and sun.  Don’t even consider towing a trailer that doesn’t have excellent tires!  (This is one plus of buying from a licensed sales lot – tires are a safety feature that MUST be just right prior to sale.)  Work your way up, and look at the frame and body of the camper.  Everything original or are there any upgrades?
2. How Was the Hybrid Travel Trailer Stored?  Was it somebody’s baby, or was it “outback” under a tarp for years collecting spiders?  Pride in ownership is everything!  You deserve the best, so look for it and insist on nothing less!
3. Is Everything in the Hybrid Travel Trailer Working Right?  Don’t get into costly repairs because you’ve overlooked something important.  Make sure the tow package is in tip top shape!  Look at the hitch, the wiring, the lights, fuses, etc.  You don’t want someone else’s nightmare, do you?  Have a good mechanic give it the once over – you’ll be glad you did!  And, if you spot any leaks or mold the deal’s off, OK?  You don’t want a health hazard, and you just never know how extensive the damage is that you can’t see.

The Hybrid Travel Trailer is a combination of a folding camper and a hard shelled camper.  The Hybrid Travel Trailer offers the convenience of a small hard sided camper, with the sleeping space flexibility of a folding camper. 

Hybrid Folding Camping Trailer Jayco 17C

Are you considering a hybrid travel trailer?  Hybrid travel trailers are a great introduction to the rv camping life! When you’re shopping for your first RV, you’ll want to take the time to think about your needs.  This will help you select the perfect RV for you and your family.  The hybrid travel trailer offers some of the best features of the folding camper, while incorporating the luxury of a self contained camping trailer.  If you already own a vehicle that you’d like to use as your tow vehicle for the hybrid folding camper, please consult with your authorized automobile vehicle manufacturer and vehicle owners manual to determine the proper weight range of your towed camper.

Hybrid Travel Trailer Review-Features of the Hybrid Travel Trailer -
-Jay Feather EX-PORT 2009 Ultra Lite Weight Travel Trailers by Jayco Review-

• Ultra Light Weight Hybrid Travel Trailer – Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (apx.) 3500 lbs.  Check your tow vehicle to ensure this weight is appropriate to tow.
• Floorplan 17C Jayco Ex-Port Hybrid Travel Trailer exterior length is 17’9″.  This short length is easier to manuever than longer length expandable travel trailers. 
• The pull out beds of the Hybrid Travel Trailer give you the convenience of extra sleeping space without the inconvenience of a longer vehicle length.
• The Hybrid Travel Trailer is more economical to purchase than a traditional travel trailer with hard walls. 
• The Hybrid Travel Trailer offers a built in bathroom with a bathroom exhaust vent, marine toilet w/foot flush, shower curtain with curved shower track, and towel holder.  The bathroom is quite spacious and comfortable, and offers privacy and convenience.
• The Hybrid Travel Trailer offers a big step up in luxury and convenience in the kitchen, as apposed to the folding camper.  The Hybrid Travel Trailer offers a built in 3 burner range, 5-cu ft. flush mounted refrigerator, cover for sink/cutting board, high-rise mixing faucet, large kitchen window, range hood with light and exhaust fan.  The cabinet and storage areas are quite generous.  Optional features include an oven.  This kitchen is truly a dream to cook in, and you’ll enjoy the convenience of the large built in refrigerator.
• The Hybrid Travel Trailer offers 60″ front and rear beds (select models), and 2 queen sized bunk mats. There’s plenty of room for comfortable sleeping.
• The Hybrid Travel Trailer offers comfort with a 6 gallon gas water heater, 12V demand pump system, 12V electrical system with deluxe 110V 45 amp power converter, 18,000-BTU furnace with auto-ignition, 30 amp power cord, auto-ignition furnace with wall thermostat, gravity fill for water, hookup for city water, Rotocast fresh water holding tanks, single 30lb propane gas bottle with regulator, Systems monitor panel, Water heater bypass system, winterization kit. The Hybrid Travel is a great home away from home, with just the right combination of “camping” and “comfort”!
• The Hybrid Travel Trailer offers a standard Cable TV hookup with RG6 coax, Crank-up digital antenna with signal booster.  You won’t miss the conveniences of your living room, you’ll have them with you!
• The Hybrid Travel Trailer is beautifully furnished with top quality Manchester Oak doors and drawers.  The craftsmanship is wonderful.
• The Hybrid Tralel Trailer has the look and feel of home, with Mini-blinds throughout, Residential furniture, designed and made by Jayco, Slanted overhead cabinetry – selected models, and Vinyl flooring.

This new Hybrid Folding Camper is in approximately the range of $25,000. (including tax, dealer prep, and a long list of small fees.)  We don’t quote specific prices here because the purpose of this article is to review the hybrid travel trailer camper itself, not to provide price comparisons for different folding camper or hybrid trailer camper showrooms.  You’ll find the local rv dealer showroom will provide price information for you.   An rv dealer should be consulted when you’re ready to calculate exact dollar prices for a specific hard sided folding travel trailer model.  You’ll need to arrange for rv insurance as well.

For detailed information about the Jayco 17C expandable folding hardwalls travel trailer and other hybrid travel trailers, your local dealer can provide specific informataion.  I visited the RV showroom (rvs, campers, folding campers – pop-up trailers) Manteca Trailer and Camper dealer recently and had a great time walking the lot with their top salesman, Reggie Rojas.  (209) 712-0678.  If you need any help with your hybrid travel purchase give Reggie a call – (tell him Penny sent you!).  If you’re on your way to Yosemite via Hwy 120, be sure to drop by the Manteca RV dealer, one of the biggest and best in the state!  Their address is 2006 E. Yosemite Ave, Manteca CA.  The main telephone number is (209) 239-1267.  They have a beautiful showroom, and a full lot of the latest and best folding campers, hybrid travel trailers, 5th wheels and motorhomes.  They are an autorized Jayco dealer, and carry other rv brands also.  You’ll find a selection of used rvs also.  The service bay is well qualified.

Do you own or are you looking for a Hybrid Folding Trailer?  Please leave a comment with your thoughts about this unique type of expandable folding hardwalls travel trailer.

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