Ship Your Car Online
Shipping your car with an auto transport company is really simple and stress free task if you are aware of the process involved it. Understanding auto transport process can make your shipping even more easier and you will feel a safe move. Following this steps will help you to move your car with a professional car shipping company.
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Steps
- Submit a quote request. The first process involved in moving your car is to submit your transporting details on the website for the services you're considering. The quote form includes fields like shipping origin and destination, date, make, model and year.
- Get a quote. As you submit your shipping details you will receive a quote. This is called an initial quote. Most quotes are not accurate and can fluctuate. So be prepare to pay a bit more or less.
- Get the final price. Once you get a final price make sure that price stays the same. You will get a final price once the shipping company has factored in which trucks are where and when they can pick it up.
- Getting your car picked up. Once you agree on the final price. You will get details such as pick up time and date to schedule the process. The driver and the truck assigned for your car pick up will arrive at your origin and your car will be picked up.
- Take delivery of your car. Your car will be delivered at your destination on the scheduled date and time. Some drivers will call you 1 hour before arriving. Once you receive your car make sure nothing is damaged.
Tips
- For a better shipment prepare your car prior to shipping which includes cleaning your car, removing unwanted things from the car.
- Most shipping companies won't let you put any personal items in your car.
- Always read your Terms and Conditions / Contract with the carrier / broker and make sure you understand all information.
- Do not ever hire a company only because it offers the lowest price. If you are looking to shipping be prepare to pay a bit more.
- Be ready for the unexpected. Things happen even to the most experience transporters.
- Always check out the companies online reviews.
Warnings
- Always read the car shipping FAQs to understand how the process works.
- Do not sign anything unless you are certain you are shipping with that company.
