Why are the car shipping prices I am getting all over the map?

The hardest thing for people researching car moving companies to understand is that the prices they are getting are not hard and fast gaurantees, but rather ESTIMATES of what one company thinks it will take to get a vehicle moved promptly versus another company's opinion of what it will take. Don't be fooled, there are not carriers committed to take your vehicle at these quoted prices, the company you choose will still have to get to work getting a carrier to commit to move it at the price they quote you.

What goes into the car shipping prices I am getting quoted?

Your total price breaks down into two parts, the broker's fee (or 'deposit' as everyone calls it) and the carriers fee (your COD amount) Make no mistake about this, EVERYONE YOU ARE GETTING SALES CALLS FROM IS GOING TO BROKER YOUR MOVE. In this industry, there are brokers who try to fool you into thinking that they are the actual carriers and there are an equal amount of carriers who sell themselves on the fact that they have a truck or two but are not being honest about the fact that they broker out 90% of the orders they book. Here is a quick easy way to tell, if a company takes an up front fee, whether they call it a deposit or any other name, they are a broker. Carriers do not take any payment until the vehicle is delivered.

Should I pay a deposit before being given a car carriers name and contact info?

In our opinion, you are crazy to do so. Have you ever been paid up front for the work that you perform for your employer? Why would you pay a fee up front when there are reliable and trustworthy companies like ours that won't ask for it until we provide you with your carriers details?

How long does auto transport take?

The average transit time from pick up to delivery on any vehicle going coast to coast will be between one and two weeks. From there you can figure your transit time based on how far your vehicle is traveling, i.e. from either coast to the Midwest might average 3-7 days.

Using Car Shipping Companies

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Car shipping companies are providing invaluable services to motor vehicle owners all over the US. In the past, when relocating, homeowners would hire a mover to haul household items to the new residence, and then they would have to drive or tow their cars all the way. Today, you only need to hire a transporter, who will deliver your car to the front door of your new home.

In the past, the use of car shipping companies was considered to be a reserve of manufacturers, car dealers, and the wealthy. However, the popularity of the service has increased as more and more people have discovered that it's a safe, affordable, and convenient alternative to driving hundreds, or thousands, of miles to the new destination.

When selecting a car shipping company for your vehicle, you should do some comparison shopping, and see which one is the best fit. You need to consider their experience in shipping cars. Looking for referrals, reviews, and information from vetting organizations, such as the Better Business Bureau, is a prudent idea. You can also get suggestions from companies that work with a large network of transporters. Using a network works well for people who have budgetary constraints, since these tend to match the prices of their competitors, pushing costs down for prospective clients.

Before you decide to take your vehicle out on the long drive to your new home, consider the effort, the cost of the fuel you will need for the long drive, hotel expenses, potential roadside break-downs, food, and you will see that using car shipping companies is both stress-free, and economical; not to mention that you will save your car from the wear and tear of such a long journey. With the large number of operators available, you will definitely get one who will fit within your projected budget.