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11-15-2010, 05:29 PM | #1 |
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Auto Transport Companies
Anyone have any experience using an auto transport company for cross country movment of a Model A or other car. Thanks in advance for your recommendtaions.
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11-15-2010, 07:04 PM | #2 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
have done it many times with different carriers and never had a problem with it, i always use enclosed transport however. I have a local company here in Chicago that i have used and some of the others are pretty good, Fedex has a great one and they are pretty competitive priced.
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11-15-2010, 08:08 PM | #3 |
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Passport Transport
My story on transporting old cars... Model A Fords in my case...
I hired Passport Transport to move 10 cars from CA to the east coast in summer of 2000. Some cars ran, most didn't. The Passport driver showed up right on time and loaded the cars without incident; winched if needed. The cars were delivered 10 days later as agreed upon; cars unloaded and put in place, again with no drama. I was given the driver's cell phone # and had constant contact as needed. No voicemail, no office mis-communication...straight contact to the driver who was hauling my cars; 24/7. The cars were secure, never unloaded/ re loaded, unlike other haulers, my shipment was intact. I couldn't recomend Passport more highly, and would use them again in any future move. They are a great outfit to deal with. Every part of the move was above board and all the personnel I dealt with were courteous and knowledgeable. I think the big point to be noted when dealing with vehicle transport is to DEAL DIRECT with a major transport company with years of service. AVOID any broker arraingment; they are shifting your car from trailer to trailer, warehouse, etc. and there will be a new story every time you call the broker. Basically a broker has no personal responsibility and will shift the blame to whatever trucker is next in line. Check references and don't always go for the low bid...the big guys know what they're doing and have the equipment,experience,expertise, history and insurance to handle what you require for your vehicle relocation. Doug |
11-15-2010, 08:41 PM | #4 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
Doug is absolutely right with the whole transport brokering thing. I sell a lot of cars (and buy a lot as well) and the larger companies are the way to go. Passport Transport (formerly FED EX and formerly the original Passport) does a great job as does Reliable Carriers. When someone buys a car from me and uses one of these companies, the results are flawless. When someone uses a small, independent or a brokering company, there is always drama.
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11-15-2010, 08:51 PM | #5 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
In round numbers what does a coast to coast run cost?
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11-15-2010, 09:29 PM | #6 |
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11-16-2010, 01:13 AM | #7 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
I had my Model A Pickup moved from San Diego to Alaska. Used Alaska Auto Transport. Was delivered in perfect shape, in a closed container, making one transfer in Seattle. Cost was under $2.5K
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11-16-2010, 07:29 AM | #8 | |
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What level of service?
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Additional information is needed to answer your question .... Specific vehicle (year - make - model) Condition (running - rolling - lifted - lowered - airbagged) Pick up & drop off zip codes Bulk transport via the broker route is cheap - but the industry satisfaction rate averages 70% to 80% based upon independent customer feedback I maintain a transport thread here @ http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showth...ight=transport This thread shows my latest available route(s) but I also can build a trip to transport or expedite hauling if unloaded miles are paid Jim |
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11-16-2010, 07:42 AM | #9 | |
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11-16-2010, 09:11 AM | #10 |
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Model truck
Thanks Tom,
No - that is a scale model truck Jim |
11-16-2010, 09:18 AM | #11 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
There's a fellow over on the HAMB (name escapes me) and transport is how he makes his living, good feedback and he understands "car people's needs". Not an endorsement but a suggestion.
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11-16-2010, 01:36 PM | #12 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
I've used American Auto Transport on several occasions with good results. Never shipped an old school Ford though, unfortunately. They do ship enclosed if that's what you're looking for, and prices are pretty decent.
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11-16-2010, 04:43 PM | #13 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
Just for clarification purposes: Passport Transport was the company started by Robert Pass from St. Louis many years ago (30+) and was one of the first (if not the first) full service, fully enclosed auto transport companies. About 8 years ago, he sold the company to FED EX when they were expanding into other shipping businesses. About six months to a year ago, FED EX sold the auto transport business and, the new owner, has renamed it back to Passport Transport and continues to operate it with the same quality service that was instilled by Robert Pass and Fed Ex . The new company is owned by businessman Steve Plaster who is also from St. Louis and has a major personal collection of a couple of hundred great antique and classic cars.
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12-20-2010, 04:02 PM | #14 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
Im a small operation that believes in service! here is my ad...
http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showth...ht=car+hauling |
12-20-2010, 09:57 PM | #15 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
I just sent my son's Delorean down to S.C. from north of Boston. Cost me $591. for enclosed trailer, A REAL PROFESSIONAL driver- loader. Car did not run. He has winches, ramps, etc...Moves only one car at a time- anywhere- and said he will move anything if it fits in his LARGE trailer. Son got his car 2 days later, delivered right into his carport. NO dings, dents or issues. I will use this man again!!!His ph. # is; (717)-324-7920.
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12-21-2010, 12:31 AM | #16 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
I also used FedEx about 5 years ago, from upstate New York to S. California. I was very impressed with both the rig and the driver, and the attention and care of my car. Constant communication and easy to work with.
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12-21-2010, 07:40 AM | #17 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
Thomas Sunday all the way, used them several times with great success.
http://sundayautotransport.com/ |
12-21-2010, 08:17 AM | #18 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
I run a restoration and collison center for the exotic Italian automakers here in the US. We only use a company that hauls their cars inclosed. They are very reliable and over protective of the vehicles they transport. I've tried others in the past and aren't to happy with the results. Let me know if your interested in their number and I can pass it along to you.
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12-23-2010, 08:54 PM | #19 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
I have used Passport Transport twice. Excellent results each time.
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12-23-2010, 10:03 PM | #20 |
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Re: Auto Transport Companies
try phoenix auto transport out of the state of wash....very good rates....ask for sierra used them about five times
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