The U-Haul trailer that I used was impressive. Easy to load,and pulled easily behind the Dodge Ram 1500.
hauling a corvette
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From: jackson oh
hauling a corvette
I need to go to Ohio to pick up my Corvette and bring it back to SC whats the best trailer to rent? Getting ready to make a reservation just wanted some suggestions. Thanks
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I, too, used the U-Haul auto carrier pulled by my Ram. Be careful and get the correct auto carrier. There is one that is lower and will allow your Vette to load without damaging the front end. I don't remember the specific unit number but be sure to ask.
The one I used worked great.
Travis
The one I used worked great.
Travis
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Uhaul worked fine for me too. I picked up mine in D.C. and towed it to northern Ohio. Pulled with a 2000 Durango with a zillion miles on it. Had no trouble at all.
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I have used the U-Haul trailers twice to haul Corvettes. They are the best money can rent. Just be sure to get the one that a Corvette will fit on, it is lower on the ramp end. For $72/day with $10k insurance you cant beat it. Caution: dont try a one-way rental, it would be cheaper to buy the trailer. Get the unlimited mileage daily rental at you home town Uhaul dealer. 
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Penske also offers trailers (car transporters).
I find their gear is always top-notch and same or better priced than U-Haul. I'm not aware they have more than one trailer size and would expect the correct answer by contacting the local dealer.
Many satisfied U-Haul customer experiences here; glad that worked out for you guys. My experiences were nothing that happy and could just be the region you locate the equipment.
Offering an option, whatever you choose. Good luck and safe towing.
I find their gear is always top-notch and same or better priced than U-Haul. I'm not aware they have more than one trailer size and would expect the correct answer by contacting the local dealer.
Many satisfied U-Haul customer experiences here; glad that worked out for you guys. My experiences were nothing that happy and could just be the region you locate the equipment.
Offering an option, whatever you choose. Good luck and safe towing.
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Penske also offers trailers (car transporters).
I find their gear is always top-notch and same or better priced than U-Haul. I'm not aware they have more than one trailer size and would expect the correct answer by contacting the local dealer.
Many satisfied U-Haul customer experiences here; glad that worked out for you guys. My experiences were nothing that happy and could just be the region you locate the equipment.
Offering an option, whatever you choose. Good luck and safe towing.
I find their gear is always top-notch and same or better priced than U-Haul. I'm not aware they have more than one trailer size and would expect the correct answer by contacting the local dealer.
Many satisfied U-Haul customer experiences here; glad that worked out for you guys. My experiences were nothing that happy and could just be the region you locate the equipment.
Offering an option, whatever you choose. Good luck and safe towing.
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Have used U-Haul a couple of times, worked great, now I use my buddies. If the ramp angle is to steep a couple of 2x8 pieces, top one about 3 feet and bottom about 4 feet long work good. Place under the end of the ramp and it should change the angle enough so as not to damage the bumper. Tow safe.
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I rented a 16 foot long car trailer locally to bring mine from St. Paul Minnesota to N. Illinois. The trailer was configured so I could load the Corvette frontwards but still have the weight evenly distributed. Was lucky to have a family owned trailer rental place close by (R&P Carriages in Seneca, IL.) with reasonable rates so it only cost me $70 for 2 days and he let me get it the night before so I could leave early the next morning.
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Actually I moved to SC back in July, my vette was in storage in Ohio while my house was being built. Couldn't stand the thought of her sitting in that cold storage building and it being nice down here so I had to bring her home.