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Florida Car Shipping: Cutting Costs on Relocation

March 21, 2009

Today it is quite common for families to relocate long distances because of career and lifestyle changes. Over the years large, long distance moving companies have evolved to support the need to move belongings across country. Items typically not covered by these companies are cars. What do you do if you’re a two or three car family? The pain and expense of moving the cars by yourself can be avoided by choosing a auto hauling company that will transport your vehicle from point of origin to your ultimate destination. For example a friend of ours was recently relocated. In his move to Texas car shipping saved him quite a bit of money. Rather than drive his second and third car he had them shipped safely to Tallahassee were he picked them up three days after departing Minnesota.

While shipping a vehicle is not cheap it may offset the costs associated with gas, wear and tear, lodging and other miscellaneous expenses that you’ll incur if you try to do it yourself. One shipping company quoted $800 for a Florida car shipping job. On average you’ll spend about 1,000 to 1,500 dollars to ship a vehicle across country. You have two choices when transporting cars. Some shippers use rail transport to relocate vehicles long distances while other use an overland method and haul by truck.

Trucking is the most convenient method because the vehicle can be delivered more closely to your final destination than by train. But, trucking is a little more expensive so if you’re on a tight budget you may want to compare both options very carefully. When choosing a vehicle shipping company make sure you understand how it will be shipped, how it will be secured or tied-down during the shipping process and what the terms and conditions of your shipping agreement are.

It is a good idea to ask around for references from your friends or family who’ve used these services before. Look for a classic vehicle club in your area and ask them what they’d recommend. Classic vehicle owners are often very particular about the care given to their carsand have been known to use these services to obtain their vehicles. After you’ve chosen your shipper make sure that they are insured and your vehicle is covered in case of an accident or negligence on their part.

You should also contact your car insurance agent and verify that you’ve got sufficient coverage. If you plan to store additional items in the car during shipment confirm that these belongings are insured and ask the shipper what security measures are in place to guarantee safe delivery. If you’re not going to be able to pick the vehicle up after it has been shipped make certain you identify any additional storage fees. Lastly, read and understand the contract you sign to ship the vehicle. Ask questions if you’re unsure of a clause or paragraph in the contract.

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