There are many factors involved shipping a car, but one of the main options you need to choose is if you prefer your
enclosed auto shipping or open or standard.
Open car transport is the typical or standard way to transport the majority of autos. Its what you see on the road, or at the car dealers carrying 9-11 cars most of the time.
Enclosed auto transport is when the car is in an enclosed transporter so you would not be able to see it. It could be a smaller truck shipping it or a large semi. The enclosed transport protects your car from weather and road debris and is highly recommended for more expensive automobiles and collector cars. It typically can cost 30-40 percent more than standard
auto transport.
Its no secret gas prices are not getting any better lately. If you are buying a car on eBay or another online site, don't forget to consider and factor the cost of auto transport into the deal and who will be paying for it.
Auto shippers cannot afford to ship cars at prices of last summer or even 6 months ago. Some
auto shipping brokers are even being charged a gas surplus tax from these trucking companies which is coming out of your pocket.
Online deals are great and especially some of those eBay motors auctions. Just make sure your "deal" is still a deal when you factor in the cost to get it from the sellers location to your driveway! For fast free
auto transport quotes or helpful tips about choosing an auto transporter, visit
http://www.haulingdepot.com/
I'm frequently asked on how often in advance one should hire a car shipper or mover. Even for the procrastinators such as myself, you should give yourself plenty of time for the smoothest experience possible. When
shipping a car a minimum of 2-3 weeks should be given. Express auto transport is available if you have less time or for certain circumstances.
Moving the entire contents of your home and autos requires more time. A good rule of thumb here is to find a moving company 3-4 months prior to your move date. Most
moving companies can also handle your
auto shipping requirements as well instead of using 2 different companies.
As always read your contract (bill of laiden) and get all requirements and guarantees in writing.
Summer Relocation. Knowledge is Power.
Summers is on its way, and changes in weather are not the only change about face. Summer is also the most popular time for folks of all ages to relocate. The stampede of the internet has nearly brought an end to the days of old, looking for home movers or car shipping relocation companies through our local phone books. Todays technology has brought a more convienienant, faster, fingertip accessible way to access quotes through the wah la "online shipping and moving portals".
Now, I know what your thinking.... I heard horror stories from friends or on my local newscast. This could be true but when you know what to look for and armed with the right knowledge reputable car shipping and moving portals could prove to be your best friend by saving you oodles of time and money. These portals reach out to a number of shippers and moving companies, and deliver your request speedily and privately to the right companies. In this post we will cover some basics on what to look for when shipping your car or moving the contents of your home with quotes from online portals.
Tip number 1:
Be leary of automated quotes for car shipping or especially residential moving. Usually this is very difficult to be accurate. Automated quotes are ones in which it takes only seconds to produce. A more sensible approach after you submit info they will get back to you by email or phone very shortly after a real live person has calculated the shipping or moving quote.
Tip number 3:
Use portals with phone numbers. An 800 number can usually mean the company is more accountable, reputable and are easier to get a hold of. Its easier to submit the auto transport or moving request on line, but its nice to know there a phone as well.
Tip number 4:
After receiving your quotes, research the companies you liked best on your own through various tools, like BBB and safersys.org. These companies can help you verify information on auto shipping companies and household moving companies, such as licenses and insuranse.
Tip number 5:
GET IT IN WRITING AND READ YOUR BILL OF LAIDEN (agreement). Make sure you get all costs and any quarantees in wrinting including deposits, cancellation policies in the event you do not go though were your auto transport or move.
