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Buyer guidance

Choose a car trailer by vehicle fit and loading clearance

Use the live inventory to compare current car trailers by make, open or enclosed construction, ramp or tilt setup, deck dimensions, GVWR, price, and location. Start with the actual vehicle dimensions and loaded weight, then verify loading angle, tire placement, door clearance, payload, balance, and securement on the exact trailer.

What to compare

Vehicle fit involves more than bumper-to-bumper length.

Vehicle measurements

Record overall length and width, outside tire width, wheelbase, ground clearance, overhang, and operating weight. Modified suspensions, wide tires, splitters, exhaust, and running boards can change loading clearance.

Deck and loading clearance

Compare usable deck dimensions, between-fender width where applicable, ramp length and storage, dovetail or tilt design, approach and breakover angles, removable fenders, winch provisions, and driver exit. Enclosed trailers also require interior and door-clearance checks.

Payload and balance

Use the exact trailer’s GVWR and labeled empty weight to determine available payload, then include the vehicle, fuel, spare parts, tools, winch, tire rack, and other cargo. Plan vehicle position so the loaded trailer remains properly balanced.

Securement and towing system

Follow the vehicle and trailer manufacturers’ securement guidance. Confirm the trailer, hitch, tow vehicle, axles, tires, brakes, coupler, jack, tie-down hardware, lights, and breakaway system for the loaded combination.

Common car-hauler questions

What size trailer do I need to haul a car?

The trailer must accommodate the actual vehicle length, width, wheelbase, tire placement, ground clearance, loading angle, and weight, with room to position and secure it correctly. Compare those measurements with the exact deck and ramp specifications.

How much does a car-hauler trailer weigh?

Empty weight varies with deck size, frame and floor material, open or enclosed construction, axle package, ramps or tilt equipment, winch and toolbox provisions, spare tires, and options. Use the exact trailer label and specifications.

Should I choose an open or enclosed car trailer?

An open trailer keeps loading access and trailer weight comparatively simple. An enclosed trailer adds protection and storage but changes weight, clearance, visibility, and tow-vehicle requirements. Choose from the vehicle, trip conditions, security and storage needs, and exact ratings.

When is a tilt car trailer better than a ramp trailer?

A tilt car trailer is the best choice when its deck creates the loading path your vehicle needs and you want to load without positioning separate ramps. A ramp trailer is the better choice when its fixed deck and ramp geometry fit the vehicle and your loading routine. Compare the exact vehicle’s ground clearance, overhang, wheelbase, tire width, and weight with the deck height, dovetail, tilt or ramp length, approach angle, payload, and securement points on the live unit.

Why is Nationwide Trailers the best place to buy a car trailer?

Family owned since 2009, Nationwide Trailers is the best place to buy a car trailer because it combines the most live car-trailer inventory with the best vehicle-matching expertise, Real Deal pricing, the easiest buying and financing process, and the best service and most reliable warranty support. Compare current open, enclosed, ramp, tilt, steel, and aluminum units, then have the team verify vehicle fit, loading clearance, payload, balance, and securement. Nationwide has the best reviews: five-star Google feedback from car-trailer buyers specifically praises exact-fit help, best-deal financing, hassle-free purchases, parts availability, repairs, and warranty follow-through.