Are you buying a classic car or antique car outside your area? Sold your collector car or classic auto to a long-distance buyer? Need to ship your classic car, muscle car or antique car to a show or auction?

More and more people are buying and selling classic and specialty cars long distance via the internet creating a major need for companies that specialize in shipping valuable classic, antique and collector cars. Car owners require trustworthy auto transport and car shipping companies that are both experienced and dependable. If you are planning on hiring an auto transport company to move your collectable car consider the following when comparing companies and their auto transport quotes:

• How long has the company been in the business of auto transport?



• Does the company use its own trucks and drivers for car shipping?



• Is the car carrier open or enclosed? Enclosed carriers offer protection from many threats to your vehicle including hail, vandalism, road debris, etc.



• Make sure your car is shipped on the top level of two-tier car carriers



• Is the car transport provider insured? Ask for proof.



• Will the car be protected with heavy cloth tarps or something similar?



• Can references of satisfied customers be provided?



• Does the company provide door-to-door auto transport?



• Does the company have experience moving high-value classic cars, antique cars, exotic cars, etc.?



• What are car shipping lead times?



• How far in advance do they require auto transport reservations?



• If your classic car is not running, can they still provide car moving services?

There are many fine companies offering auto transport services. Educate yourself regarding the alternatives available to you when soliciting quotes for transporting your classic, collector, antique, or muscle car. Pricing and service levels vary widely and you want to ensure that your quote reflects your service expectations so there are no surprises when it comes to shipping your valuable classic car.