Expert Tips on Exotic Car Shipping

31811 PACIFIC HWY S B411
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003

P. 855-511-6545

E. info@HaulCars.com

F. 844-778-4101

Car shipping is a genuine concern when dealing with luxury or exotic cars. Consider someone who buys a 1966 Ford GT replica and pays to have it restored to mint condition: would they be comfortable hauling it inelegantly behind a mover’s truck or weaving in and out of interstate traffic? Probably not. If you’ve invested money into collecting a specialty or luxury car you need to protect that investment; and exotic car shipping services exist for this same reason. With the right company, you can move your car across state lines and get it delivered to your location in pristine condition, without a worry in the world.

What is a Luxury Car?

This term «luxury car» is used across the board to describe many types of vehicles. The term itself suggests an expensive model with high quality equipment and parts, detailed design, great construction, optimized performance, or other innovation that makes the car stand out. The bottom line is you will have to spend large amounts of money to acquire the vehicle. In the U.S. luxury cars are classified under specific segments: entry level, mid-level, high-end and ultra. Examples of ultra-luxury cars would include brands like Bentley, Maybach, Rolls Royce, and Maserati. Cars such as Mercedes E-Class, Lexus GS, and the Jaguar XF are in the mid-level category.

How do you ship a luxury car?

Having a luxury car shipped isn’t the same as shipping a box of spare parts. The car has to be carefully placed onto a vehicle carrier or loaded into a covered semi-trailer and entrusted to a reliable relocation specialist, and then transported gingerly across state lines. Shipping luxury cars doesn’t come cheap, and as such, this isn’t a job you can entrust to any old truck driver. Luckily for you, our company is specialized in moving expensive cars across the country and we guarantee that the car you love so much will be delivered at your home safely and intact.

Types of shipping options

Unless you’re moving several houses across the street, you most likely won’t be driving your cherished car thousands of miles to your home. And this also means you won’t trust just any person to drive your car; so you’ll need to hire a professional company to ship it for you. This way, you can leave the shipping concerns to experienced people who can take care of your property and handle it responsibly.

There are a number of ways to ship a luxury car. Let’s take a look at the most common methods of shipping vehicles:

Open air trailer – they are large (70-80 feet long) and usually carry multiple vehicles, two levels high, secured by a chain. The trailer is pulled by a large truck. This is the cheapest way to transport a car and also the worst way to transport a luxury car. The vehicles are exposed to the elements and are often vulnerable to all kinds of road debris and extreme weather conditions. It is not recommended for transporting a luxury car.
Enclosed trailer – when transporting sports cars or other antique vehicle, this option offers added protection and security. An enclosed container has four walls and a roof and is built with shockproof material to cushion the cars against any impact. This is a safer way to transport expensive cars.
Air freight shipping – when shipping internationally, you can get your luxury car delivered to its destination much quicker than by sea. People with very specific shipping needs may be able to ship by charter plane to avoid having the car delayed in transit. It is an expensive option but it gets the car to your desired location fast and unscathed.
Ocean freight shipping – this method is commonly used when shipping vehicles overseas. Vehicles are loaded onto a container service or driven onto the ship and secured within a containment desk. The container service offers better protection by sealing the vehicle inside a closed container and then carefully rolling the container onto the ship.

Preparing to have your luxury car shipped

We know that you are a luxury car owner with discriminating taste and as such, we are prepared to handle any rising concern before or during the shipping process. But before you hand over the vehicle, there are a number of things you need to do first:

Remove all personal belongings inside the car and leave it completely empty. All non-factory equipment must be removed; including items in the consoles or glove compartment.
Protect the antenna or other loose items on the car.
Wash the car to facilitate accurate inspection.
Make sure the car has some fuel (at least ¼ tank of gas).
Record any and all damage already existing before scheduling any shipment.
Switch off any anti-theft systems installed in the car.
Document the mileage on the odometer.
Record extensive video of your car, the carrier truck, the trucker, etc., in case of any disputes.

A few tips to know

Car shipping companies have use high-tech GPS tracking systems so they can keep you informed on the location of your car at any time. Keep in mind that your car insurance doesn’t cover shipping, so communicate with your insurance provider about different coverage is there’s need. When the car is being unloaded from the transporter, take photographs or videotape everything including the tires and odometer. When the shipper and receiver thoroughly document the vehicle at the point of shipping and at the point of receipt, it makes the process of seeking a reimbursement claim much more straightforward.

Average cost to ship

The amount of money you pay to ship you car is based on the size of the vehicle, the value, and the distance it will be shipped. Enclosed transportation is typically more expensive than the open variety – but if you’re searching for exotic car shipping services then a small increase over the cost of open shipping won’t really break your bank. Remember, if you have someone other than you receiving the vehicle, forward the checklist over to them for inspection. The right vehicle shipper can make transporting your prized luxury car to its new home much easier.

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.