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<\/a><\/p>\nAfter months of searching you have finally found the classic or collectible<\/a> car that you have dreamed about your entire life. The only issue is that the car is on the other side of the country and you need to figure out how to get it moved to your home. A company that specializes in moving classic and vintage cars is going to be the safest, as well as most affordable, way to get the car moved to your home from the seller\u2019s location. In order to take care of this, you are going to have to choose a company that can be trusted by you and has a proven track record with shipping classic cars safely. To do this, there are a few simple steps to take that will help ensure that you not only find rates that won\u2019t break the bank but will also be safe and secure for your vehicle while it is being moved from one location to another.<\/p>\n When it comes to finding a trustworthy classic car shipper you are going to have to take your time to carefully research companies that interest you. You essentially have to get an education<\/a> of sorts about the auto transport industry when you need to find a reliable company. This means that you need to find customer reviews online as well as check with professional organizations that can provide valid information about the company. Every company out there is going to say they are the best, but when it comes down to it, listening to the facts as well as previous customers can really go a long way when it comes to separating the best from those that just claim to be. Once you have narrowed your search down to a few companies, check with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA<\/a>) to make sure that the company is registered with the DOT and has valid insurance and a safe driving record. Also ask upfront to see if the company offers enclosed transport for classics and other vintage or expensive vehicles. Enclosed transport will prevent the car from coming into contact with any damaging elements during shipment and will be best to providing a safe shipping environment. If they do not offer enclosed shipping options, you may want to request to have the car top-loaded on the open carrier where it will be safer during shipment than loading on the bottom. Both top-loading and enclosed are going to cost more than regular open transport but are well-advised for classics, vintage cars and trucks and expensive luxury model vehicles.<\/p>\n Ask as many questions as possible when you call to get a quote for service. You should really hire a company only if they have been in operation at least 2-5 years or longer and if they can adequately answer your questions in a professional manner. Ask for references from former and current customers and make sure they know what they are talking about when it comes to handling classic cars. While most auto transport companies handle modern vehicles daily, it is very important to hire one that specializes in classic and vintage cars when you need to have your own shipped. While damage rarely happens during professional auto transport, the companies that specialize in these cars will know how to keep them safest during shipment. If you have made a decision and hired a company to move the car for you, be sure to stay in touch with them after everything has been booked. Doing this will help keep you up to date on the time frame for pickup and well as delivery of the car.<\/p>\n\n
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