BinaryBob said:
While it's certainly done, I'm not a fan of vehicle rentals for pleasure use, sightseeing, etc. I have, and do, rent vehicles for business but that's a different set of circumstances.
To rent something in your situation, you might consider a full-up trailer
such as this to use temporarily while you ultimately decide how you want to roll. I would think it's under the weight restriction for your class C.
I've never had a problem renting a car for either business or pleasure.
Just checking the rental prices for the U-Haul trailer you mentioned, and found the $54.95 per day rental fee to be a bit more expensive than a small rental car would cost in most locations........
Auto Transport
Auto Transport
Ideal for long distance moves.
Towing vehicle requirements:
All towing is subject to inspection. Because motorhome design features such as rear overhang length, frame extender design and rear suspension can limit towing capabilitiy, it cannot be assumed that motorhomes have towing capacity reflective of their size. Motorhome tow ratings and hitch must be verified, including if hitch is attached to frame extenders. Lowest tow rating capabilities for the motorhome must be used.
You will need to have a U-Haul location verify your towing vehicle's hitch system before hooking up U-Haul equipment to this vehicle. Refer to the rating labels found on the towing vehicle's hitch, ball mount and ball to determine the maximum load weight carrying capabilities for your hitch system (FYI: When you look for this rating on these labels be sure that you refer to the maximum weight carrying rating and not the maximum weight distribution rating). See a local U-Haul center for assistance.
Towed vehicle requirements
All towing is subject to inspection. You will need to contact a U-Haul location to schedule a vehicle pre-tow inspection prior to the rental.
OVERSIZED TIRES OPTION - If the supplied wheel straps on the trailer cannot be used with the cargo for any reason, including oversized tires (more than 30 inches actual diameter) or vehicle clearance, you are responsible for supplying your own tie-downs to properly secure the load.
Check the vehicle being pulled for oversized tires to ensure that the vehicle's width does not exceed the auto transport width capacity.
Check the vehicle being pulled for running boards to ensure that the vehicle's width does not exceed the auto transport width capacity.
Watch vehicle clearance when loading/unloading.
$54.95
This towing combination will work with your setup.