Do you need a new car trailer that moves your vehicle and lets you pack plenty of gear and supplies? Hauling a gooseneck car trailer delivers the ultimate cargo setup: a large car hauler with a built-in attic over the bed of your truck. With car shows and camping season coming up, it's time to think about how you're hauling vehicles and gear, so let's look at the big boss of ALCOM's aluminum car hauler lineup: the Enclosed Gooseneck Car Hauler. 

Gooseneck Basics

If you believe in "go big or go home," you might be looking for a gooseneck car hauler -- so named for the long, curved "neck" section which arches over the truck bed and connects to a ball hitch. This design puts the pin weight over, or very near, the truck's rear axle, providing extra stability and a tighter turning radius. It also delivers extra cargo space, with a loft for storage or sleeping space over the gooseneck hitch. 

Who needs a gooseneck for their next car hauler? Car enthusiasts who want to make the rounds to car shows and exhibitions this summer. Adventure families with a truck, a Jeep, some dirtbikes and camping gear. The DIY guy building a tiny home that's also a UTV garage on wheels. Private transportation drivers hauling sought-after vehicles to a new owner's garage or dealership lot.       

If you have a full-size or heavy-duty pickup and want to move other vehicles with it, the gooseneck trailer lets you move more cargo and outrun rust, making it a versatile and reliable investment. Let's walk through how to get the best -- and biggest -- fully customized enclosed gooseneck car trailer for your budget.  

Go Big or Even Bigger

Start with the essentials: trust ALCOM's signature all-welded, all-aluminum construction to build the Enclosed Gooseneck Car Hauler for durability and long-lasting rust resistance. You get a smooth, clean look and plenty of flat space for wraps or decals with screwless, bonded aluminum side panels.

Now think big. While bumper pull car haulers come in lower-profile open styles and flat- or V-nose boxes from 14' to 32' long, gooseneck car trailers start at 24' long (with a 16' long cargo box, large enough for one car) and go up to 53' in total length (45' box length, for multiple vehicles). If you need extra trailer height, we offer that, too. And if the trailer you dream up requires a frame or axle upgrade, we have the options to make sure your car hauler is safe and built correctly. 

Attic Ideas

In a gooseneck style RV camper, the gooseneck attic is often used as a sleeping loft. Your Enclosed Gooseneck Car Hauler is built with a tapered 96" gooseneck attic. Stick to the basics -- an open attic with minimal upgrades -- to keep your options open, or transform the attic into a custom-built loft bedroom for camping or travel. The space is 96" deep and, at its widest, 99" wide, giving you space for storage or to stretch out (but not to stand up).

Build a railing or half-wall to enclose the space, customize the lights and floor covering, and add some windows if you're planning to spend time in the attic. Or skip the windows and build custom tool storage into the attic, securing everything you need to keep a prized vehicle running smoothly. Ask your ALCOM dealer about tie-down and wall track options for the attic! 

Doors & Windows

An Enclosed Gooseneck Car Hauler comes standard with a spring-assisted rear ramp door and side access door (32" x 72") and you can add extra doors to create the kind of access you need. Get side doors, bigger side doors, and steps for side doors; get concession doors, escape doors, and fuel access doors. Don't forget windows, especially if you're using the trailer for camping. Add sliding windows (with optional screens) along the side walls and an egress window in the gooseneck attic for your lofted living space. 

Remember: to use your trailer as combination living and vehicle storage space, or for camping (especially if a UTV or dirtbikes are secured inside), you need trailer ventilation and a smoke and carbon monoxide detector. Choose an ALCOM roof vent with a fan, or add your own, but get fresh air moving through your trailer when it's parked, especially if you're sleeping inside it! In case of emergency, smoke, propane, and carbon monoxide detectors are the most worthwhile investment you hope you'll never need. Don't forget to put these important safety requirements on your checklist and find recommendations and DIY instructions on YouTube. 

Floors & Walls

Want to upgrade your trailer's floor and wall coverings before bringing it home? We can do that for you. The interior walls come standard with white Luan covering and T-channel trim. You also start with standard water resistant decking, and can add a double layer if you want extra durability. Next, check out floor coverings like epoxy painted finish, black marble or checkerboard vinyl, quad-ply or TPO coin. You could even choose charcoal carpet!

For DIY-ers, flooring is also an opportunity to customize your space with your own materials or a combination of our upgrades and your creative ideas. Consider your tie-down needs when upgrading your flooring and you'll have the perfect combination of style and performance.  

Cabinets & Tie-Downs

Speaking of tie-downs, while Enclosed Gooseneck Car Haulers come with floor-mounted D-rings, there's a long list of available tie-down choices, and you can add as many as you need. Consider what you're hauling, then review the menu: heavy-duty recessed swivel D-rings, wall- and floor-mounted airline or E-track, motorcycle chocks with D-rings, and rows of slide track.

To keep spare parts, tools, camping gear -- or whatever you want to bring -- organized, consider adding cabinets inside the trailer. Upper and lower cabinets are available, plus coat hooks, a wardrobe cabinet and clothing rods.

Power & Lighting Packages

Your Enclosed Gooseneck Car Hauler comes with three (3) standard interior dome lights, but you can add lighting and electrical packages to really brighten things up!

Outside, opt for a lighted rear canopy over the ramp door, a porch light for late nights and early mornings, a K60 scene light package, and more. Standard recessed LED exterior lights are bright and long-lasting. Inside, LED puck lights are a great way to keep things illuminated; add as many as you want (ceiling liner required). For power options, you can choose individual upgrades like wall outlets and switches or pick one of our electrical packages to get all the essentials installed and power up. For a totally climate-controlled trailer, we also offer a 13,500 BTU roof-mounted air conditioner (Power Package #2 required) and heating package options.

What Else Do You Want?  

Seriously, though: what else would you like to add to your custom gooseneck trailer? Stick a spare tire holder under the gooseneck, add a generator compartment with a slide-out tray and a door. Get some propane tanks, race fuel holders, or a fold-down bench mounted to the interior trailer wall. Need a refrigerator and sink? We've got those, too. And if you need something for your trailer we don't offer, there's almost definitely a DIY guide online to help you add it later. 

If you're representing a brand or team, don't forget to choose your favorite side panel color, then order some custom wraps or decals to make your trailer truly unique. With bonded side panels that don't rely on bumpy screws or rivets, you get a sleek look and water resistance. 

Putting It All Together

Buying a car hauler is a big decision, and a trailer as large and customizable as the gooseneck hauler is a serious investment to consider. We get that -- and your local dealer is here to help. Use our dealer locator tool to find your local CargoPro, Mission, or High Country dealer and get the process started. Learn about the size you'll need and the options that fit your budget. 

Once you've decided on the trailer size, exterior skin color, and interior options, it's time for ALCOM to build your brand-new gooseneck car hauler! When your trailer arrives, remember: a gooseneck trailer's turning radius is tighter than a bumper pull model's, but the size of the trailer demands a capable driver, so if you're new to towing a gooseneck, build in some practice time before your first road trip to get familiar with how it hauls. Before long, you'll be ready to hit the road for years of exciting adventure with your fully customized Enclosed Gooseneck Car Hauler!