I need a trailer, and I had planned on getting an 18' open steel trailer. Prices seem to around $2000 to $2500 depending on whether it has a full deck or not.

Then I find a 2001 8.5 X 20' Cargo Mate for sale. I think I can get this trailer for $4k including a wt. distributing hitch. It looks to be in good condition, but it has not been used for hauling a car, it has rear doors instead of a beaver tail.

So my question is, do you think I should go for the enclosed? I planned to get one in a couple of years if possible. $4k is the most I am willing to spend on a trailer right now, and I would have to install tie downs and build some ramps. Anyhting I need to do to verify this thing can handle a car? It sure looks like a standard car hauler to me. I believe it has 7k axles.

Thanks,
Neil