I thought I saw a thread on this in the past, but did a search and couldn't find an answer. I will be moving, and I think I will have to tow the Vette. So, does a C5 fit on any rental trailer?? Also, while I am at it...any Memphians??? I lived there before, and for some reason I am coming back! Any Vette clubs?? Good places for service?? Gracias all!!

 

I did a 95 trans am on one. You may have to use some wood to get the car on and off but it should fit no problem

 

 

Yes, towed mine from NH to CA the summer b4 last but if you have it lowered i would suggest crankin it back yp for ease of loading. Make sure you get one of the newer opes too. Silver not orange. they're lighter and have better brakes

 

In the C4 section, I have read that some agents will not rent to you for a Vette... so don't tell them.
It seems there have been a number of claims against them for car damage because the unknowing (dumb??)renter was not advised that clearance might be a problem , damaged the nose or exhaust system and then made a claim stating you did't tell me ... so it's your fault....

SO rent it BUT be very carefull of clearance. You might need to extend the ramps or park the trailer on the street with the ramps on the lawn to gain an extra few inhces of decreased angle.

 

As was mentioned above, tell Uhaul you have an Impala. Get some 2x12s and some other blocks to extend the ramps. Don't load the car by yourself, you need some spotters left and right.
Good Luck.

 

The U-Haul stores will probably not rent a trailer to you if you tell them you will be hauling a Corvette. They will also ask about the weight of a car and if they feel you don't have a tow vehicle that will work, they will tell you have to rent one of their trucks to tow the car trailer. Showing up with a half-ton pickup will probably keep you from getting a car trailer if you tell them you will be hauling a 3200lb car.

The newer silver trailers are much better than the older orange trailers. But try to find the newest trailer you can. U-Haul has a bunch of old junky orange trailers floating around. The fenders on the trailers are not removable so once you get the car up on it, you may have to get out through the door window.

You should also try the U-Haul franchise places. Places like Storage centers are the best bet for getting a trailer and a better price than a regular U-Haul store. They usually do't follow a lot of the U-Haul rules and are easy to work with. Check with places like these well in advance so they can get a trailer for you considering it will be a one-way rental.

Don't skimp on the tie-down straps. The rental trailers may have chains and turnbuckles so check them carefully for excess rust and deformed links in the chains.

You didn't mention what your tow vehicle is, but remember that when you load the truck, you have to factor the total gross weight of the trailer and car in with the maximum carrying capacity of the truck. Also figure on 10% of the total trailer weight for tongue weight. That will most likely be around 500lbs at the hitch. You should have a Class 4 hitch or at the least, a Class III with a weight-distributing system.

If you are using your own vehicle, make sure you have the tranny serviced, have good brakes, and good tires. If your truck doesn't have a tranny cooler, add one.

 

Awesome! Very helpful advice!

 

The stuff you can learn here is amazing.

Micah

 

Yes I had to tow mine from Daytona to Savannah. I backed it on and all went well

 

Hey all....why backing the car on the ramp? Better clearance getting onto the ramp or something? Just curious....and the good news is...I might not have to trailer it....sounds like my brother are going to help me....so one of them is going to be the lucky stiff who gets to drive the Vette....while I tow a trailer with the Suburban....

 

Used 1 to get from NY to PA