Ensure that the combined weight of the trailer and its load does not exceed the maximum towing weight specified on your vehicles VIN Plate. If it does you may receive a fine or points on your licence.
Make sure that the winch cable and hook are in good condition and NEVER winch a car onto a trailer unless the winch has a sturdy ratchet system. If the ratchet system does not work and you let go of the handle DO NOT attempt to grab it!
We are emigrating to Australia and would like to transport our convertable Saab with us as we are fond of the car. Is it expensive to get a car shipped to Australia, what about making the car road legal over there?...View Entire Thread
Have you purchased a car that is some distance from you? Is the car a non runner, perhaps a project? If so then you can arrange for the car to be collected and delivered to your door by using a professional car delivery company. Write down the contact numbers for a few of the firms listed and give them a ring to see how their quotes compare!
Prestonpans is set to the east of Edinburgh, Scotland, in the county of East Lothian. The population of 7,153 (Census, 2001) is quite small. Prestonpans has a history dating back to the 11th century and it is the site of the 1745 Battle of Prestonpans. The town has some impressive examples of historical architecture, such as the Preston Tower and the doocot and the local Mercat Cross, which is the only one of its kind in Scotland which remains in its original form and location. The town is also credited for achieving the title as Scotlands Mural Town with many wall murals reflecting the towns colourful past.