Guide To Buying Enclosed Car Trailers
Whether you are yourself a car dealer, haul cars for display and racing events, or are a collector of vintage vehicles, an enclosed car trailer is a good, although substantial investment. Therefore, you should make it a point to choose a car trailer that matches your accessibility, budget and capacity requirements. Although an open car trailer may be an affordable option, it is suggested to buy enclosed trailers as they offer better protection for vintage and expensive cars.
Things to consider before buying a car hauler
*Where are you going to use the trailer?
The initial cost of a car trailer and future maintenance costs are going to depend on the size, operating costs, and also the average length of the trip.
While transporting a vintage car, a small, enclosed trailer is going to protect it from weather damage during transit.
If you want to haul multiple cars at once, you can buy a flatbed trailer. However, its excessive length makes it even more challenging to drive. A stacker trailer is a much better alternative for hauling multiple cars without worrying too much about the trailer length.
*What type of hitch?
You can make a choice between a bumper-mounted hitch or a gooseneck hitch. The former is a cheaper option, but a gooseneck hitch is mandatory for car haulers with a floor space of 36’ or larger.
*What is the weight class?
You must also consider the weight of the load you are going to be carrying. All the best enclosed car trailers have varying weight classes irrespective of the number of vehicles that they can haul.
*Do you have a proper license?
Before you purchase a car trailer, you must ensure that your driving license permits you to tow. Depending on the license class, you may even need to take another test to haul your trailer. And if you are purchasing a longer trailer bed, you must ensure you comply with state and federal laws.
Lastly, you must take out the time to take care of your car trailer for it to give you a good trip!
