Hi Gang:

I'm going to have to buy an Enclosed Carhauler..... I really hate too... as I only need it once or twice a year... Nonetheless, anyone know of an 8.5x18 or 8.5x20 footer that is for sale very slightly used - and somewhere close to Florida? Looking to spend around $4K... as new one's are really inexpensive now...

FWIW,

Carl B.

Me too Carl... I have an open trailer and I do use it quite often but an enclosed trailer would be ideal. I have looked on the PCA and Porsche sites and they tend towards 4K and up to 12K... I knew of one here a year ago at 4K but it slipped through my hands.

have u thought about renting one when needed. seems like a major expence for just a few uses per year.

When I was looking for one I found that it is hard to find them used, and if you do find one, they are almost as much as a new one. I am pretty sure the one I bought 4 years ago is still worth what I paid for it...

I'd love to rent one when needed... but...

Can't find a place around the Tampa Bay area that rents enclosed car trailers. Maybe it's a business I should start. Of course the legal liability might be a problem. So I'd have to go around and steal several, then set the business up under an assumed name... maybe combine it with an escort service..

I'd love to rent one when needed... but...

Can't find a place around the Tampa Bay area that rents enclosed car trailers. Maybe it's a business I should start. Of course the legal liability might be a problem. So I'd have to go around and steal several, then set the business up under an assumed name... maybe combine it with an escort service..

Now you are thinking.

Making money ....instead of, umm, well , you know.... well...

If you find 2 let me know. I know I will need one. Lets see I have a utility trailer, a very large open trailer and an enclosed motorcycle trailer. I know I will need another acre to store stuff on. Maybe I can just trade all of these in on something.

I should have just kept my older BIG enclosed trailer. Every time I get rid of something I am not using then I need it again.

There are very many manufacturers located in Georgia. They allow factory pick-up and for those of you in Florida, that might make sense. I am also looking. Do a Google search for "trailers for Less" and it will lead you to several places.

Carl,

I bought My 26'6" US Cargo used for $2,200 because there are so many new ones here on the market. I'll keep my eyes open and pass you anything interesting.

Will

Try the NASA classifieds: http://nasa.racingjunk.com/

They usually have a wide variety of trailers for sale. A buddy of mine bought a used 20 footer last year for about $4,500.

Marty

Carl,

I just saw one for sale on ebay. Its in Georgia so it might be within driving distance and I think it was $3750. The auction number was 230322119182. I don't know if this helps or not. Good luck.

Hi Guys:

Thanks ....

So far, in the lower cost trailers they all seem pretty standard..

16" on center floor and wall supports

two 3500 lbs leaf spring, easy-lub axles with electric brakes and 15" tires

I beam platform construction or boxed channel

3/4" plywood floors, 5/8's plywood sidewalls, landu ceiling

Rear Ramp door with spring balance

36 or 48" side door

roof vent

DC light

standard electrical plug for tow vehicle hookup

standard front screw jack on the front hitch

standard lights

front stone guard - some have front edge guards (aluminum)

Some have an extra 16 "flip extension" on the ramp door

Some have 4 5000 lb tie downs in the floors

Of the above types - the lowest price "advertised" is $4095.00 with a $200.00 fee for delivery to Tampa Florida.

When you start getting into things like:

Aluminum floor and ramp door

15" radial tires with mag wheels

Full vinyl linings (all white and pretty inside)

Additional tie downs on the side walls

riveted seams rather than screwed

torsen axles rather than leaf springs

the prices start to push way up over $6,500.00+...

Major Brand names like Pace and Hallmark seem to be trying to hold their premium prices... but some dealers indicate that they are ready to DEAL...

As I said - I'll only be carrying about 2500 lbs.. and very rarely... so I am looking for something that I can buy right - so I can easily resell it later - and that means pricing it down even more to move it fast.

keep an eye out...

thanks,

Carl

Carl,

I called the four in the tellnsell and the pennysaver that were in the range of acceptable-all were already sold.$2600-3700.

Here is the Dorcey Trailer sales selection...

http://www.dorseytrailersales.com/inventory/index.php?page=details&id=17241

Looking for the Best deal on Enclosed Car Trailer !!!

Dorsey Trailer Sales, is proud to offer this quality enclosed car hauler, DTS is established full line dealer in Savannah, GA ( not just a internet dealer ) We have a full service in parts department, Having a full service facility , we have worked on just about every brand out there, Pace, Wells-Cargo, Haulmark, Featherlight, Lark / Covenant, & we can tell you, this is a great deal for the money, these trailers comes standard with features like

Tandem #3500 axle w/4-wheel brakes

15" wheels & tires

Z-Tech Undercoating

16in On centers ( floors & sidepost ) roof is 24in

Side door (Piano Hinged)

ATP Stepwell

Dual Taillights

24in ATP stoneguard, roof vent & 12-volt lights & switch

4) 5K D-rings & 48in beavertail

# 4,500 cap spring assisted ramp door w/flap

2k jack with sand foot

4-wheel electric brakes with safety break-away

Anodized front corners

78in Interior height

EZ Lube hubs

5-year warranty

( 8.5x24 with tandem # 3500 axles pictured )

Size

8.5x16 tandem #3500 $3650 Douglas GA $3795 Savannah GA

8.5x18 tandem #3500 $3800 Douglas GA $3962 Savannah GA

8.5x20 tandem #3500 $3950 Douglas GA $4130 Savannah GA

8.5x24 tandem #3500 $4250 Douglas GA $4466 Savannah GA

8.5x28 tandem #5200 $5175.00 Douglas GA $5460 Savannah GA

Other Popular Options

V-Nose Options Only $99.00 More

Up-grade to #5,200 axles with radial tires over #3500 axles with bias ply tires $500.00 more ($250 a/axle )

Colors other than white $8PLF ex 8 x 24 = $192.00 for a 24ft trailer

, If a trailer in not in stock, please allow 2-4 weeks , lead time, We offer financing though GE & Sheffield Financial, Please call toll free # 877-825-2909 for Dorsey Trailer Sales for any more Info & visit www.dorseytrailersales.com

*Note* Delivery is available, please go to www.mapquest.com & under “Directions” either put the zip for Douglas GA 31774 or Garden City / Savannah GA 31408, then get mileage & whatever the mileage is multiply by 1.45, & that is a pretty close estimate for freight, ( Most freight companies are charging $1.40 a loaded mile one way )

DOUGLAS GA & SAVANNAH GA IN OUR ONLY LOCATIONS

Will