Making the jump

Since you don't know what you're doing, I'd advise you to rent the trailer for a little while. Sure 185 a week sucks, SHC is paying $150 for a brand new all aluminum Fontaine here at Landstar (though he's a bit lucky), it will give you experience in figuring out what you might like in your trailer, like J hooks, pull out chains, wood or aluminum floor, 53' or 48', and on and on. Not knowing anything now, you might buy a trailer that really isn't that useful.

 

I definitely agree with 40cal's advice. Learn the ropes and what you like and dont like before buying, there is A LOT to consider. Plus what if you dont like it after 6 months and want to do something else?

 

The only way I would jump into buying a trailer if your not sure is how I did it. The guy selling the trailer (whom I know) had some health problems and just wanted out. I bought his trailer for $10,000 less than what it was worth, I couldn't afford to not do it. Plus I got an enclosed headache rack and all the securement equipment just thrown into the deal. Had that deal not come up I had planned on renting/leasing a trailer until I knew for sure that I would like it.