How to Sell a Horse Trailer

When attempting to sell a horse trailer first determine if the trailer can be hauled safely in its current condition. For the most part, a trailer with many repairs needed will take quite a while to sell, unless the buyer is getting a good deal on the price. It can be well worth your time to fix any major or minor damages before putting the trailer up for sale. Check if all the lights and trailer brakes are working properly. In addition, have the registration papers and a bill of sale ready for potential buyers. When selling a horse trailer, price and condition are everything. Price similar trailers and price your trailer accordingly.

Things You'll Need

  • Horse trailer
  • Registration
  • Bill of sale
  • Digital camera
  • "For Sale" sign
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Instructions

    • 1

      Remove dirt and dung from the inside and outside of the trailer. Clean the trailer inside and out. Clean up any overgrown weeds from around the trailer. Removing any junk from around the trailer will look much better in pictures and be more inviting to buyers. Clean the horse trailer with a pressure washer inside and out, then hand wash the outside to remove any leftover dirt.

    • 2

      Take digital photos of the trailer. Photograph all sides of the trailer, including the inside of the trailer and tack room if it has one.

    • 3

      Appraise the value of the trailer. You can do this yourself, or have the trailer appraised professionally. Determine the value of the trailer yourself by checking local classified ads for trailers that are for sale that are similar to your own. This will help you to create a general estimate for the trailer's worth. Remember any additional features your trailer may have that others may not --- this will raise the value.

    • 4

      Attach a "For Sale" sign to the trailer and park it so that the trailer and sign are visible to passing traffic.

    • 5

      List the trailer in local newspapers and online classifieds. List essential facts about your trailer and include the trailer's age, mileage (if known), maker's name, type of hitch, number of owners, general appearance and state of repair. Include pictures in the ads that you place. Studies have shown that classified ads with pictures generate more views and potential buyers than ads without.