Benefits of Buying a Factory Direct Cargo Trailer

When searching for a cargo trailer, many people discover there are numerous trailer "lots" in their area. While this may seem like the most convenient option for buying a trailer, that convenience often comes at a cost. In today's post, we'll review some of the benefits of choosing a factory direct cargo trailer

Buying Off The Lot

Buying a ready-made trailer from a lot can come with a few drawbacks. Although they may be able to find exactly what they're looking for, in many cases customers have very specific needs for their cargo trailer--needs that may have to be sacrificed in order to buy something off the lot the same day.

Frequently Asked Questions About Financing

A lot of our customers ask if we offer financing for our trailers. Although we do not directly finance trailer purchases ourselves, we do have working relationships with several lenders that can offer financing options to you.

In today's post, we'll review some frequently asked questions about financing our trailers.

1.) Who do you recommend for financing?

We have a working relationship with the following companies; however we do not own any portion of those financial institutions:

• Rock Solid Funding, LLC
• Crest Capital
• Direct Capital
• Sunset Financial Group, LLC
• Paramount Financial
• LeaseStation

2.) Who handles the paperwork?

We will provide any and all paperwork that the finance company requests of us as soon as we have access to the information and paperwork requested but it is the customer's responsibility to contact the finance company directly to arrange for any financing that they may need.

Featured Product - 8.5 X 20 Enclosed Economy Series Car Trailer

This month our featured trailer is the 8.5 x 20 Enclosed Economy Series Car Trailer from our Indiana facility. This value priced car trailer is custom built using high-quality materials at our manufacturing facility in Elkhart, Indiana. 

This car hauler is a popular choice for those seeking a smaller sized car trailer. Offered at only $6,283 for the 3.5K axles option and $6,944 for the 5.2K axles option, you can see how The Trailer Showroom is leading the way when it comes to value! Plus, if you take advantage of our current promotion, you could get the 8.5 x 20 Enclosed Economy Series Car Trailer at an even lower price. For a limited time, when you place your order online for any of our 8.5 ft. trailers, you'll automatically receive $245 off the regular price.

Featured Product - Wood Deck Car Hauler Trailers

This month, our featured line of products are the Wood Deck Car Haulers. We offer these popular open deck trailers in a variety of sizes and specifications. From the Tandem Axle 82" x 16' 7K GVW Wood Deck Trailer to the Triple Axle 82" x 42' 21K GVW Wood Runner Deck and just about every size in between, we likely have an open deck car hauler to meet your needs.

Here's a look at some of our most popular wood deck car hauler trailers with prices and standard features:

7K GVW Tandem Axle Full Wood Deck Car Haulers

Sizes & Pricing:

82" x 16' ($2,385 w/ $375 deposit)

82" x 18' ($2,440 w/ $375 deposit)

82" x 20' ($2,530 w/ $375 deposit)

Standard Equipment:

• 15 Inch Tires
• 7,000 Pounds GVW (2 x 3,500 Pound GVW E-Z Lube Brake Axles
• A-Frame Jack
• Wrap-Around Tongue
• 5" Channel Frame and Tongue
• Tread Plate Fenders
• Tail Light Guards
• 10k 2 5/16" Hitch Coupler
• Electric Brakes X Both Axles
• 2 Foot Dove Tail
• Rear Slide In Ramps With Spring Loaded Latches
• D.O.T. Reflective Tape
• Break-Away Kit
• Stake Pockets
• Sealed Wiring Harness
• Oval Tail and Stop Light
• Round Marker Lights
• Enclosed Taillight Bracket
• LED Lighting

Featured Product: 8.5 x 16 Enclosed Car Hauler Trailer

This month's featured product is the 8.5 x 16-foot Enclosed Car Hauler Trailer. This enclosed, ball hitch car hauler trailer comes with loads of great standard features, including a 5 year manufacturer's limited warranty.

About the 8.5 x 16 Car Hauler Trailer

3 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Cargo Trailer

Thinking of buying a cargo trailer? We specialize in custom-built, enclosed cargo trailers to suit a variety of needs. We likely have something for just about any trailer buyer, but before you commit to a particular trailer, ask yourself these three questions first.

1. Aluminum or Steel?

Generally speaking, steel frame trailers are heavier but cheaper than aluminum. The central benefit of choosing an aluminum frame is the lighter weight, allowing you to haul heavier equipment without going over your gross vehicle weight (GVW). Aluminum trailers also are not going to have rust and oxidation issues that can occur with steel frame trailers. That being said, properly coated and undercoated steel frame trailers can sometimes last just as long as an aluminum trailer without rusting.

Featured Product - 8.5 x 32 Auto Plus Car Hauler

This month, we're featuring our 8.5 x 32 foot Auto Plus Car Hauler, a spacious and sturdy tandem axle enclosed trailer designed to transport cars and cargo for long distances. Priced affordably and manufactured using the highest quality materials right here in the USA, the 8.5 x 32 Auto Plus Enclosed Car Trailer could be the ideal solution for your auto hauling needs.

Our 8.5x32 Auto Plus series enclosed trailer is available with a large variety of options to make sure the trailer is custom made to your specifications. If you're in need of a mid-sized car trailer, then the 8.5x32 tandem axle enclosed car trailer is perfect for you! Need something smaller, or larger? We have many different size models to choose from.