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If you are considering moving a vehicle with an auto shipping company, you should consider getting a few quotes first. You aren’t necessarily looking for the cheapest bidder (and in fact you shouldn’t since they likely don’t carry the best insurance). What you are trying to accomplish is getting value for your money. With several quotes from reputable carriers, you enable yourself to select the best based upon price, service, and insurance.

Getting Your Auto Shipping Quotes

Here are the three easiest ways to get your quote:

1. Phone: One way to get your quotes is to call each auto shipping company. Not only does this allow you to get quotes from a number of car movers, it also allows you to get a feel for how each company deals with their customers.
2. Fax: If you have a home fax machine, a simple fax to a few different mover is another way to get your quotes. This will also allow you to have a written copy of each quote.
3. Web: Another easy way to get your shipping quotes is online. Most movers have a request a quote function, such as our own quotes page. This can be a great way to get quotes from a few different car shipping companies in a short period of time.

Factors in your Transport Quote

There are a few factors that an auto shipping company will factor in when producing your quote. Most shippers will base their price off of the following factors.

• Distance to be moved – Obviously how far they are taking the car affects the price of moving it.
• Make/Model of the vehicle – A BMW will likely cost you more to ship than a Ford Focus. The higher value means a bigger insurance risk for the shipper.
• Operating condition of your car – If the vehicle doesn’t run then there is special considerations in moving it.
• Weight and Size of the auto – Bigger vehicles add more weight to the truck, and thus affect how many vehicles the carrier can legally transport at once.
• Services provided by Hauler – Does the shipper provide door to door service? If they do it will likely cost you a little more for the convenience.
• Insurance Coverage – One of the biggest expenses for an auto shipping company is insurance. Those who carry better insurance will likely factor that into their quote.

Along with getting quotes, be sure to do your homework on the company you hire. Check their references and confirm they carry the insurance necessary to protect your car.