05-12-2014, 04:03 PM | #1 |
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Advice on car shippers?
I'm looking to purchase a car on here and may need to have the car shipped cross country.
Any advice/suggestions on any reputable companies? Enclosed/non-enclosed? Any "gotchas" I need to be aware of prior? Never shipped a car before so I'm looking for advice. Thanks in advance! |
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05-12-2014, 05:42 PM | #2 |
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Can't advise you on shipping companies.
But make sure you thoroughly detail the car prior to shipment with a good sealant/coating to protect it from excessive rail dust which may pit the clearcoat. |
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05-12-2014, 06:03 PM | #3 |
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I have shipped a couple of cars...you put a listing and multiple shipping companies bid for you business.
http://www.uship.com/ Dont give them money ..unless they are willing to go through an escrow company or willing to list on ebay..they can easily list it with a "buy it now price" and you then get the buyer protection backing up to 50k in case you never get the car. https://www.escrow.com/ You may also want to get the car inspected...they kinda do a piss poor job honestly. They listen to it, take a bunch of pictures check for leaks under car....nothing more than that almost a waste of money but better than nothing... http://www.inspectmyride.com/?client...d=300670033036 |
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05-12-2014, 06:58 PM | #5 |
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UShip is not really a shipping company, it's more like a platform for random shippers to bid on your criteria. If you want an actual shipping company that uses enclosed transport I would suggest Plycar. They shipped my last M that sold to a buyer across the country. They were very professional and the service was top notch.
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05-12-2014, 06:59 PM | #6 |
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I used Reliable Auto Transport for my cross country move and was very impressed.
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05-12-2014, 08:29 PM | #9 | |
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Also what did it cost you? |
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05-13-2014, 12:13 PM | #11 | |
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However, for a BMW M3...closed transport? I am very interested in what these other guys spent also ?? |
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05-13-2014, 12:27 PM | #12 | |
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+1... shipped my car from cali to NY without incident...enclosed carrier. i will definitely use them again if need be. They're a board sponsor on 6speedonline and give a discount if you say you're a member. Seem to be the shipper of choice over there. I wasn't bargain shopping when it was time to ship my car. A little extra for peace of mind was worth it.
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05-13-2014, 03:31 PM | #13 |
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+1 JP Logistics shipped my new-to-me M3 from CA to AR perfectly. Crazy fast too. 3 days. The driver was a pleasure to talk to, he did a great job.
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05-13-2014, 11:13 PM | #14 |
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05-18-2014, 11:54 PM | #15 |
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I just picked up a lime rock from Barryc and I'm using GT Motorsport. They are the worst
Promised me one thing and today I find out the car is in a storage unit in North Carolina and wil not be here for another 2 weeks I'm pissed |
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05-21-2014, 08:43 AM | #17 |
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What criteria did you use to select GT Motorsport?
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05-21-2014, 12:52 PM | #20 |
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I used a company called bluestar. The Lambo dealership where I bought my car in Miami recommended them.
Talked to them on a Friday ......got my M3 on Monday the week after. So..... 9 days. Miami to Seattle. The cost was $1800 for a covered transport. Smooth transaction.
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06-12-2014, 05:45 PM | #22 |
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I can tell you who NOT to use.... Auto Relocation Plus. Worst company we've ever used to transport our vehicles. Still trying to recoup over $4000 in damage they caused.
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