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2018 Look Trailers Element SI 7x16 Enclosed — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $7,000–$11,000. There is 1 high-severity known issue you need to know before handing over a check.

Kestrel Take

Look Trailers builds quality enclosed trailers with better fit and finish than budget brands. The Element SI has a good reputation in the motorcycle and small equipment hauling community. At 7 years old, the roof seams and floor condition are the primary concerns.

Known Issues for the 2018 Look Trailers Element SI 7x16 Enclosed

Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.

Roof seam sealant maintenanceHigh — wallet impact

Seven-year-old steel enclosed trailer roof seams need sealant inspection. Water intrusion stains and rusts the interior.

Repair cost range: $100-$2,000

Floor condition from 7 years of useMedium

Whether plywood or aluminum floor — check for damage at load contact areas.

Repair cost range: $200-$1,000

Walk-Away Red Flags

  • Interior water staining
  • Rusty or damaged floor
  • Roof seams with missing or cracked sealant

Good Signs

  • Interior clean and dry
  • Floor solid throughout
  • Roof sealant maintained
  • Doors sealing and latching correctly

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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.