Detailed Instructions for Shipping a Non-Running Car. Part 1.

31811 PACIFIC HWY S B411
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003

P. 855-511-6545

E. info@HaulCars.com

F. 844-778-4101

You're considering exporting a non-operational vehicle. Thus, there are two questions that need to be addressed.

Can you transport automobiles that aren't running first?

It's possible to send non-running autos just like you'd ship a working vehicle, therefore the simple answer to that is "yes."

Your second query is all about how to move a non-running car.

Transporting a car that isn't in motion is trickier than doing it with one that is. Your vehicle must be loaded and unloaded using specialized equipment by your carrier. As a result, you must locate a provider with the necessary experience to do the work effectively. That's where things could become a little trickier.

This article provides a comprehensive overview of shipping non-running cars, outlining the essential actions you must follow as well as various concerns that may have an impact on the expense and success of your shipping efforts.

The Crucial Four Steps

When transferring a non-running automobile, preparation is essential. You must be aware of the exact issues the car has and how they will effect the work your carrier must perform to transport the vehicle from point A to point B. You can properly prepare for the process by following these four steps.

Step 1: Determine the Issues with Your Car

Knowing that your car is not operating is not sufficient. Because the nature of the issue affects how your carrier moves the vehicle, you must know exactly what the issue is.

Let's say the car's steering and brakes are still working, but the engine won't start. If so, your carrier might be able to tow the car to a shipping facility using a winch and tow truck. The car can then be manually or mechanically loaded onto a non-operational vehicle transport.

That procedure is fairly easy to follow.

However, transferring an automobile into a transport becomes more challenging if you are unable to brake, steer, or roll the vehicle. Your carrier most likely won't be able to pull the vehicle, therefore they'll need to use a forklift to load it onto a flatbed truck. Additional difficulties result in more work, which raises your expenses.

Knowing what's wrong with your car from the beginning will enable you to provide your carrier precise information, preventing unpleasant surprises when they tell you how much it will cost.

Step 2: Select the Type of Transport

The kind of non-operational vehicle transport you can utilize depends on the problems your car has. Typically, you have a choice between the following three possibilities:

Open
Enclosed
Flatbed

Consider the benefits and drawbacks of each.

The most preferred kind of transportation is probably open transport because it is the most economical. In exchange for the decreased cost, the car may be exposed to road debris. Additionally, you might discover that you can't employ open transport if your carrier can't load the car, as might happen if the car's steering or braking system is broken. If you're shipping a vintage automobile and want to keep the bodywork in top shape, this option might not be the best one.

Transport that is covered encloses your car in a trailer or other safe means. It safeguards your car from debris and mild accidents, making it safer than open transport. However, if the vehicle doesn't roll or steer, it costs a little more and could not be an option.

Finally, if the car is completely non-operational, flatbed transport is probably your best option. Your carrier must use a forklift or another lifting device to raise the car onto a raised bed behind a truck. The vehicle is then driven to its destination while being fastened in place. Unfortunately, flatbed transport exposes your car to debris by leaving it in the open. Thankfully, the automobile is less likely to be struck by anything because it is parked on an elevated platform.

Which choice you select depends on your budget, your vehicle's condition, and its operational capacity. Although enclosed transport is best, if your vehicle can't roll or turn, you might not be able to use it. The least expensive mode of transportation exposes the car to the elements. Transport on a flatbed is more expensive and requires a little more effort. If your car cannot roll or steer, it may be the only non-operational vehicle transfer option available to you.

Step 3: Add Up the Factors That Affect Your Cost

The price you pay for shipping a non-running car depends on a number of additional elements in addition to the kind of vehicle transport you choose:

The size and type of the car
Where you would like the car to be dropped off
Distance
The delivery's rapidity
When during the year

The most effective strategy to estimate your costs is frequently to use a vehicle transport broker. These experts examine your specifications and request quotations from a number of authorized shippers, providing you with a clear picture of what to expect to pay.

Later in the article, we'll go into more detail about each of these elements and how they effect your prices.

Step 4: Check the Insurance of Your Carrier

Even when shipping a non-running car, you still need to get your car insured. Insurance is essential to make sure you're protected if something goes wrong with the shipping process because the car is still an asset with some worth.

The majority of providers provide insurance to cover losses of $100,000 to $1 million. The precise amount varies between companies, so carefully review their policies to determine if they offer the necessary coverage. If you're carrying a pricey vehicle and don't think the carrier's insurance will give you the coverage you require, you can also think about getting your own insurance policy.

Please, make sure to check the second part of this article...

Terms and Conditions

1. Carrier will pick up and deliver as close to Customer's door as legally and safely as possible. A mutually agreed upon place to load or unload the vehicle(s) may be necessary due to low hanging trees, low hanging wires, narrow streets and residential area restrictions.
2. Haulcars.Com Corp shall provide Customer with an estimated pickup and estimated delivery date. However, delays may occur prior to, and/or during, transport due to weather, road conditions, mechanical problems, etc. There are absolutely no guarantees regarding pickup or delivery times and dates. Haulcars.Com Corp/Carrier shall not be held responsible for loss or damages occasioned by delays of any kind or for any reason, car rental fees or any accommodation fees. Haulcars.com Corp/Carrier shall not be held liable for failure of mechanical or operating parts of Customer's vehicle.
3. Carrier is authorized to operate and transport Customer's motor vehicle between its pickup location and the destination set forth on the shipping order and Bill of Lading.
4. Customer must prepare vehicle for transport. All loose parts, fragile accessories, low hanging spoilers, etc. must be removed or secured. Customer shall remove all nonpermanent, outside mounted luggage and other racks prior to shipment. Vehicles must be tendered to Carrier in good running condition (unless otherwise noted) with no more than a half tank of fuel (preferably 1/4 tank). Any part of the vehicle that falls off during transport is Customer's responsibility including damages caused by said part to any vehicles(s) and/or person involved.
5. Customer must disarm any alarm system installed in the vehicle or provide proper instructions for this matter. In the event said alarm sounds and there are no keys or instructions to turn it off, Carrier may silence alarm by any means.
6. Luggage and personal property must be confined to one suitcase OR one bag in the trunk only, with no heavy articles, and is not to exceed 100 lbs. Carrier and haulcars.Com Corp are not liable for personal items left in vehicle, nor for damage to vehicle caused by excessive or improper loading of personal items. No personal property shall be transported in customer's vehicle(s) that includes, but is not limited to, Explosives, Guns, Ammunition, Flammable Products, Narcotics, Negotiable and Legal Papers, Alcoholic Beverages, Jewelry, Furs, Money, Live Pets, Live Plants or any unlawful contraband. Customer agrees that Haulcars.Com Corp/Carrier may confiscate or dispose of said items with no remuneration. Haulcars.Com Corp/Carrier will not be held responsible for delivery of personal property. If Customer wishes to put items in the vehicle, he does so at his own risk.
7. International Orders: the car must be empty except for factory installed equipment. Indicate the serial number and give car's approximate value in U.S. dollars. Customer is responsible for the proper customs paperwork. (Ask the assigned Carrier for help with these documents.) Any order placed on our website that has a pickup and/or delivery location, such as a port, will be subject to an additional charge of $100. The booked price on our website https://www.haulcars.com does not include the extra charge of $100.
8. If the vehicle is oversized (dual or oversized wheels, extra-large, racks, lifted, limo, etc.) Customer must inquire as to the extra charges. If  Haulcars.Com Corp is not advised oversized/modified vehicles prior to pickup, all extra charges must be paid in cash or money order to the Carrier upon delivery.
9. Customer agrees that Haulcars.Com Corp has the right to reject (cancel) any order for any reason at any time.
10. At the time of pickup, Customer and Carrier will carefully inspect the vehicle for pre-existing damage (exterior only) by completing a vehicle inspection report recorded on the Bill of Lading. Carrier and Customer will both acknowledge the condition of the vehicle and Customer will sign and receive a copy of the Bill of Lading.
11. At the time of delivery, Customer and Carrier will carefully inspect the vehicle for possible damages incurred during transit. Carrier and Customer will both acknowledge the condition of the vehicle and Customer will sign and receive a final copy of the Bill of Lading.
12.Haulcars.Com Corp/ Carrier shall not be held responsible for loss or damages occasioned by delays of any kind or for any reason, car rental fees or any accommodation fees
13. Damage must be noted in the proper place on the Bill of Lading and signed by Customer regardless of weather conditions, time of day or day of week. Signing the Bill of Lading and inspection report without notation of any damage verifies that Customer has received his vehicle(s) in satisfactory condition, and that haulcars.Com Corp/Carrier and their agents are relieved of any further responsibility.
14. Claims and payment of freight charges are two entirely different transactions. Without payment of the freight charges, payment for transportation has not been made. A valid claim will not be paid until freight charges are made.
15. Damage claims will not be honored unless delivered to Haulcars.Com Corp within one (1) hour of signing of the delivery receipt. Any damage claim must be accompanied by three written repair estimates and photograph of the damaged are(s) within 72 hours. No damage claim shall be honored until freight charges due to Haulcars.Com Corp/Carrier, its agents, servants or employees, are paid in full.
16. Customer warrants that he/she will pay the full transportation price due to Haulcars.Com Corp/Carrier in full and will not try to offset any dispute for damage claims and/or delays etc. from freight (transport) charges. It is Customer's responsibility to provide payment when Carrier arrives- unless the balance has been pre-paid in full. All payments to Carrier on orders booked as "Discounted Cash Price" must be in the form of cash, cashier's check or money order - no exceptions. Customer agrees that if the payment cannot be made by these methods, the vehicle will be stored, at Customer's expense, until Customer pays in full all transport charges. Should Customer be unable to accept delivery for any reason, the vehicle will be placed in storage. Any and all storage and redelivery charges will be the responsibility of Customer.
17. Our company reserves the right to change prices on the basis of certain circumstances after the conclusion of the agreement with the consent of the client. The price change is reported by e-mail. The customer's consent must also be in the form of an email.
18. The option to cancel a shipping order is available at any time, at no cost and with no cancellation fee, as long as the order has not yet been assigned (dispatched) to a Carrier (transporter). Our services are considered rendered when a Carrier (transporter) is assigned to an order. Refunds will be processed within 48 business hours of the cancellation request. Cancellation of an order must be submitted in writing via email sent to info@haulcars.com. Haulcars.Com Corp does not accept or honor cancellations made via phone call. Once a Carrier (transporter) has been assigned (dispatched) to a shipping order, Haulcars.Com Corp notifies Customer via email (to the email address provided at service booking). If Customer decides to cancel the shipping order after a Carrier (transporter) has been assigned (dispatched), $199 cancellation fee will be assessed, as our services have been rendered. Any remaining balance will be refunded in full.
This is the complete Contract between Shipper and HAULCARS.COM CORP and can only be amended in writing upon agreement by both parties. This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with State of Washington Law.