when looking at a LQ trailer.

I've asked if everything in the LQ worked if there was any water damage to the ceiling, if the heater worked. They said it all worked.

said the trailer is in good condition and hasn't been pulled much.

Also how hard is it to get decals off of trailers. This one has some on the side for silver lining herbs and I woudn't wanna leave it on there.

THANKS!

It's about 4 1/2 hours away from me. so it's not a major drive if I get there and it's not what I want.

I would just like to get all the information I can before I head to look at it.

I've asked the condition how good the tires are, if everything works, and why he's selling it.

He said it's in good condition he's only pulled it a few times in the 5 years he's owned it.

Make sure the owner has a lien free title in hand when you arrive. Check to make sure that he is the current owner listed on the title, and don't be afraid to ask for ID. When the pricing is discussed, ask "Is this your best price?" "Would you accept a lower offer?" Sometimes offering a lower price than the asking, can become confrontational. These types of questions usually avoid those difficulties.

Once inside the LQ, functional check everything. With water in the tank, turn on every spigot, flush the toilet, and fire up the hot water heater. If he says its winterized and can't do the test, tell him it's important or you'll no longer consider the trailer for purchase. Do the same for the furnace, refig, lighting, micro wave etc.

If he has had the trailer since new, you only have a year or so on the tires before they will have to be replaced. If he is a second or third owner, you can plan on immediately replacing the tires at a cost of ~$600 for "E" range, much more with "G's". Make sure the spare is adequately aired up.

For now, you'll have to take his word on the wheel bearings and brakes. These should be inspected and packed as soon as you get the trailer home. Don't leave the drive way until the brakes are working. You may want to purchase and take a spare male plug that matches your truck, in case his is different.

Operate each latch, door, vent and window. Open each cabinet door, look at every ceiling to wall joint for stains, operate each blind.

You are spending a lot of money for this trailer. Unfortunately you have to be skeptical about each of the owner's responses to your questions. While he may not lie, he may omit the truth. Ask direct questions such as "is anything not working?". "What problems have you had?" If he answers that he just had something replaced or fixed, ask him to put it into writing on the bill of sale.

You are buying the trailer where is, as is. When you cross his property line at the end of the driveway, the trailer becomes your liability. If there is any problem, it is your responsibility to have it repaired. The more you know before you leave, the better the chance you'll have of a long and enjoyable ownership.

What Gard said...LOL  also when you go look at the trailer, and it looks like you might buy...make sure you have talked to your insurance company prior to going to look at it...tell them IF you buy it you want it insured THAT day before it rolls out of his drive...also check with DMV on license..if it is out of state from you that might be a PITA to work out details... when I bought mine..outta state.. the guy let us use his license plate to get it home..and I sent it right back to him that day..(next day air)..that is a HUGE risk on his part and saved me alot of extra foot work before the trailer arrived...but do not assume all sellers will be as helpful.

I would also look for water damage on the floors, inside lower cabinets ( tank leaks ) I would also suggest someone go with you who can crawl under the trailer and look at the underside for corrosion, broken welds, wiring problems if they are exposed..broken tank drains ( this happened to a friend of mine)

Take a flash light for the dark hidden areas...basically go over it with a FINE TOOTH COMB..take your time, don't get distracted or rushed.

Good Luck..I hope we haven't scared ya to death..

"Make sure the owner has a lien free title in hand when you arrive. Check to make sure that he is the current owner listed on the title, and don't be afraid to ask for ID"

Man,is THAT ever the truth.And if you buy it,and he has a lein against it and must pay it off,I would not pay the full price until he has done so and you are assured of getting the title to it.And take the trailer with you when you go,or,be sure to have a bill of sale with a notorized agreement that the balance will be paid upon receipt of the title.

Yes,Gard,that's good advice!