Buyer Research

2019 Sundowner Trailers Sunlite 807 — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $10,000–$16,000. There is 1 high-severity known issue you need to know before handing over a check.

Kestrel Take

Sundowner builds quality horse and livestock trailers — all-aluminum construction designed for the abuse of hauling large animals. The Sunlite 807 is a lightweight aluminum stock trailer. Key concerns: floor boards, gate hardware, and the roof sealant at the front cap.

What we checked

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Known Issues for the 2019 Sundowner Trailers Sunlite 807

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

Floor board inspection (wood if equipped)High — wallet impact

Some stock trailers have treated wood floor boards that rot from animal waste exposure. Press the floor firmly across the entire trailer — any soft spots indicate rot.

Repair cost (estimate): $500-$2,500 to replace boards

Source: not yet checked against public records.

Gate and divider hinge wearMedium

Interior gates and dividers cycle thousands of times under load. Check all hinges for wear, cracks, and proper latching.

Repair cost (estimate): $100-$500

Source: not yet checked against public records.

Aluminum frame corrosion at floor perimeterMedium

The aluminum frame at the floor perimeter is exposed to animal waste, which is corrosive. Inspect the frame-to-floor connection.

Repair cost (estimate): $200-$1,000

Source: not yet checked against public records.

Walk-Away Red Flags

  • Soft spots anywhere in the floor — rot from waste exposure
  • Gates or dividers that won't latch properly
  • Corrosion at the floor frame perimeter

Good Signs

  • All-aluminum floor — eliminates rot concern
  • Gates and dividers operating correctly
  • Interior clean — indicates owner maintained it properly

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