Detailed Instructions for Shipping a Non-Running Car. Part 2.

31811 PACIFIC HWY S B411
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003

P. 855-511-6545

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F. 844-778-4101

Expanding on The Factors That Affect the Price of Shipping Non-Running Cars

In the stages from our previous article, we briefly touched on a few of the elements that impact the price of transferring a non-operational car. You are already aware that the price varies according to the kind of non-operational vehicle transport you utilize. These additional elements raise the base price. Now that you have a broad sense of how much you may anticipate paying for your vehicle, let's examine the roles that each of those aspects plays.

Factor 1: Vehicle Size and Type

Your vehicle's make and model have an impact on the price because they define the size of the car. You should anticipate paying more to ship a larger vehicle. Larger vehicles are heavier, occupy more space, and may provide loading challenges, particularly if they lack steering and rolling capabilities. These concerns are taken into account in your carrier's quote.

Factor 2: Where to Pick Up and Drop Off the Vehicle

Regarding where your car will be picked up and dropped off, you have two options:

Door-to-door shipping
Terminal-to-terminal shipping

It is exactly what it sounds like: door to door. Your carrier shows up at the location you specify for pick-up, gets your automobile ready for shipping, and drives it to the location you specify for delivery. Due to the fact that you don't need to figure out how to get the car to a terminal, the process is quick and convenient for you. However, because the carrier devotes resources to a single vehicle, it usually costs more.

With terminal-to-terminal shipping, it is your responsibility to transport your non-operational vehicle to the carrier's terminal. The carrier then ships it, together with other vehicles, to the terminal that is the closest to the location you want for drop-off. After that, you must pick up the car and drive it to the destination of your choice.

Due to the carrier's reduced workload and ability to convey numerous vehicles at once, this kind of shipment is typically less expensive than door-to-door transportation. However, you must consider the expense and labor required to transport your non-operational car to a terminal. It's interesting to note that the expense of doing this may eventually make door-to-door shipment more economical. After all, you can't just drive a broken-down car to the terminal.

Factor 3: Distance

This element is rather straightforward. The cost of the service will increase the further the non-operational vehicle is transported. The carrier must take into account the cost of more gasoline as well as the possibility of higher vehicle transport wear and tear. Additionally, longer drives need more time on the road. The carrier must take into consideration dedicating resources, such as a driver and kind of vehicle transportation, to a single operation for a longer period.

Factor 4: The Delivery Quickness

Do you want your car to get from point A to point B as fast as possible?

Speed is a commodity that carriers charge more for, so be prepared to pay more for the pleasure. It may be necessary for them to take more difficult roads if your carrier's goal is to deliver your vehicle to its destination as quickly as feasible. Additionally, because every extra stop lengthens the route, multi-vehicle transportation companies are unable to transport as many cars. Because they are picking up fewer automobiles, they are making less money, thus they might charge you more.

Your carrier will typically provide discounted pricing if you are prepared to wait longer. Longer delivery durations give the carrier more time to organize the logistics of the trip and prioritize deliveries to maximize revenue.

Factor 5: Season of The Year

The cost of delivering a non-running car is heavily influenced by demand. Naturally, the spring and summer seasons are when most individuals desire to ship their vehicles. Since the roadways are safer, there is less risk. Because of this, a spring or summer delivery is likely to cost more.

Due to the lower demand in the fall and winter, deliveries are less expensive. Because they wish to fill their schedules, they alter their costs appropriately, at least in the case of multi-vehicle transports. However, driving throughout the fall and winter poses higher risks because of the rain, snow, and other inclement weather, which makes driving more challenging.

Your decision will therefore be based on how ready you are to bear the elevated risk of driving in the fall and winter. Paying a bit more for a summer delivery might be your best option if you're keen to keep your car as secure as possible.

Select the Best Moving Company for a Cheap and Safe Move

You need to choose the best carrier for the job now that you are aware of the requirements for exporting non-running automobiles. The ability to accommodate the type of car you wish to export and a wealth of experience shipping non-running automobiles are important considerations. Additionally, look for consumer testimonies and reviews online. You may tell that your chosen carrier does a great job because of the trail of pleased clients.

Even while price matters, keep in mind the saying "you get what you pay for." It could appear like a low-cost carrier is giving you a terrific bargain. However, if they lack the expertise and experience needed to keep your non-running car secure during transit, you can find yourself paying extra to address problems in the future.

All sorts of car transportation are our area of expertise at Haul Cars. This covers expensive, maybe non-operational vintage and luxury vehicles. Both open and enclosed transit options are available. Additionally, we collaborate closely with our clients to make sure their cars get from point A to point B safely and smoothly. To find out how much it will cost to export your non-operational vehicle, request a quote from us right away.

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.