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ashneel

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hey guys

thought id ask here first before going to a servo (who will charge an arm and a leg). but bought a car in QLD which is not running and has a ton of other shit thats included with the sale. so need to drive up and pick it up.

does anyone here have a car trailer (preferably one that can get low cars on easily) they would like to hire out?

obviously would leave all forms of ID behind PLUS a deposit etc.

please let me know ASAP as i plan on picking the car up on the 30th of may.

thanks

Ash

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It cost me $120 for a 24 hour hire on a flat be from one of the servo places.

As it's a national company you can pickup in one state, deliver in another.

I suggest you pickup in QLD, drop off in Vic. Hire it for 3 days. $360. Pretty cheap option IMO, and will probably save you $150 in fuel on the leg up as you're not towing 400 - 800KG for no reason on the way up.


Something to make sure you get is plenty of straps, and make sure you carry 5L of oil with you, and 20L of water plus some tools.

Towing a car from QLD to VIC could put a bit of strain on your tow vehicle and make something pop that you're not prepared for.

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