Buying an enclosed trailer to store my 914, what words of wisdom do you have? |
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Buying an enclosed trailer to store my 914, what words of wisdom do you have? |
FourBlades |
Jun 28 2015, 02:44 PM
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From Wreck to Rockin Group: Members Posts: 2,054 Joined: 3-December 07 From: Brevard, FL Member No.: 8,414 Region Association: South East States |
As the title says, I need to get my blue 914 out of the weather.
I looked in to expanding my garage or building a detached garage and the zoning where I live is prohibitive. To keep my car on my property but get it out of the weather I am thinking of buying a new 14 or 16 foot enclosed car trailer. I have room to park one in my backyard. I would plan to paint and preserve it with lanolin oil spray. I think I need some kind of ventilation to keep moisture from being trapped inside. Any advice on what to look for, brands, things to avoid? Thanks for any tips! John |
Amphicar770 |
Jun 30 2015, 09:36 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,191 Joined: 20-April 10 From: PA, USA Member No.: 11,639 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
You are better off with a used, late mode,l, name brand trailer.
A lot of the newer, inexpensive units are really poorly built. They will look good for a year and then start falling apart. Likewise, a name brand is going to have MUCH better resale value. I picked up a 24' Featherlite. It is over 10 years old but is in great condition. I did replace the bearings and brakes when I got it but I could easily sell it a few years from now and get all my money back. If you will be hauling it, make sure your tow vehicle can handle it. 20+ footers, especially steel and wood, can be very heavy. Torsion axles are almost a must have for towing a vehicle. Watch for humidity build up in a trailer. You might want to keep a dehumidifier in there. Definitely go with 8' width. It is now fun inching a vehicle in while worrying about hitting the sides. 20-24 footer will have better resale than something smaller. Cargo trailers are not the same as car trailers. |
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