I’m looking for a used trailer and I’m looking between 2000 and probably 2006 if my budget allows.  I’m looking at 4 horse aluminum slant load with a 4 or 5 foot short wall no living quarters, would like a rear tack or mid tack mangers would be a plus but not needed.  I’m looking at spending up to $15,000.  I am looking at Featherlite, Hart, Kiefer, 4star the bigger name trailers.  I own a 1994 Featherlite that was called an econolite, its steel 3 horse its a nice trailer just time to upgrade is all.  I haven’t hauled that year of trailers in those makes, so I was wondering for those of you that have owned them your experiences and what you liked about them or didn’t like about them.    

I have 2 Hart trailers, bought both  used and love them!   On any used trailer you'd expect normal wear and tear, probably have to replace tires, check breaks,bearings,  wiring, floor, hinges, etc.

We have three different brand trailers all from that era, each one is excellent. When you look at used trailers, consider their actual condition rather than the brand name (s). You may find a brand that you are completely unfamiliar with, that turns out to be an excellent choice.

By viewing a used trailer, you have a strong advantage over the new trailer buyer. You can see the quality of the build and materials, which the purchaser of a new trailer is unable to duplicate. If it is in good shape after a decade's use, then it obviously was built well. There are trailers 15 to 20 years old that look like new, and some after a couple of a years, that are already falling into disrepair.

If you see an add for an unfamiliar trailer and it's close enough to view, give it a shot. You may find the gem of a brand, of which you've never heard.