Safe And Reliable Auto Transport Services With A-1 Auto Transport
Merritt Island is located along the Atlantic Ocean on the eastern coast of Brevard County, Florida. As of 2020, the area had a population of 34,518.
Some of the most exciting places to visit, especially if you’re fun-loving, are NASA John F. Kennedy Space Centre and Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. When shipping a car to the area, you need a safe, reliable, and convenient transport option.
Examples Of Pricing & Time To Haul
To / From Merritt Island, FL | Cost | Distance | Estimated Time In Transit |
Merritt Island, FL to Wichita, KS | $2628.54 - $3212.66 | 1460.3 | 5 - 7 days |
Detroit, MI to the Area | $2109.78 - $2578.62 | 1172.1 | 4 - 6 days |
Overland park, KS to Local Area | $2349.18 - $2871.22 | 1305.1 | 5 - 7 days |
City Limits to Austin, TX | $2121.48 - $2592.92 | 1178.6 | 4 - 6 days |
Dallas, TX to Merritt Island, FL | $2060.1 - $2517.9 | 1144.5 | 4 - 6 days |
Merritt Island, FL to Chicago, IL | $2183.4 - $2668.6 | 1213 | 5 - 7 days |
Houston, TX to the Area | $1832.58 - $2239.82 | 1018.1 | 4 - 6 days |
Local Delivery to Seattle, WA | $5633.1 - $6884.9 | 3129.5 | 10 - 12 days |
Boston, MA to Merritt Island, FL | $2343.78 - $2864.62 | 1302.1 | 5 - 7 days |
Local Delivery to Portland, OR | $5558.22 - $6793.38 | 3087.9 | 10 - 12 days |
*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are hauling.
Vehicle Transit Options
Relocating from state to state or country is a common phenomenon today. The biggest challenge for many people is moving personal items, especially their rides. This task is highly involving and expensive. This is why you need to weigh your options carefully before making a decision. You can choose to ship by air, train, water or road.
Moving By Plane
It is a common option to haul luxury, classic or expensive automobiles. Delivery via a plane is also suitable during emergencies and when the destination is an island or has a poor road and train network. An automobile is loaded into a cargo plane and hauled to your desired location. It is the fastest way of relocating a vehicle. The biggest challenge with dispatching via a plane is the cost. Unless you’re dispatching a valuable four-wheeler, the cost of shifting via plane could surpass the car’s value.
Hauling By Train
It is more or less similar to hauling by air but is not as fast and costly as dispatching by air. A vehicle is loaded into a carrier train and shifted. The challenge with shifting via train is that the railway network is not as connected as the road network. Merritt Island, for example, is the area, and accessing it via a train is impossible.
Delivery By Boat
If your destination is an Island or a country on a different continent, you have no choice but to move by water. It is the cheapest way of transferring a car. However, dispatching by water is one of the slowest means. You will have to wait for your ride to arrive at your destination for weeks or months.
Relocating By Trailer
Shipping vehicles using a trailer is the most popular and convenient way of relocating a four-wheeler. Most carrier companies own open-air trucks and enclosed trucks. Open-air freight trucks can haul ten to twelve cars, while an enclosed carrier truck can transfer four to six four-wheelers. The auto carrier option depends on four-wheeler type, condition, and budget.
Looking at all the above transport options, repositioning via a carrier truck is the most flexible way of relocating a car. The Road network is well connected, and you can use it to move your ride to any part of this country. Furthermore, they are affordable compared to hauling a car via plane or train.
How To Dispatch A Four-Wheeler?
You can reach out to a carrier firm directly or through a broker. Carrier brokers work with a large network of transport teams to help customers find the best transferring option that suits their needs.
Even though shifting teams work in different ways, here is a simple procedure used by many haulers to ship cars:
Request Quotes
The first thing to do is to request quotes from multiple transit firms. Most companies will require you to answer the following questions when filling out a quote form:
- Vehicle make and year of manufacture
- Pickup location and destination
- Timelines (pickup and delivery dates)
- Auto-moving option (Open carrier or enclosed carrier)
- Vehicle condition (operable or inoperable)
The transporter will give an instant quote upon filling out the quote form. But with a broker, you may not find a quote immediately because they have to find a quote that suits you.
Note that the quote is only an estimate of how much you’re likely to pay as hauling cost. However, you should not expect the quote to change much, especially if the information you provide to the quote form is accurate.
Pick A Firm
Once you have multiple quotes at hand, compare them and select one that suits your needs. At this point, you may be required to make a small payment as a deposit to confirm your booking. You should go for a company that allows for partial payment at the beginning of the delivery process and full payment once the process is done.
Ensure the payment options provided by the removalist are suitable for you. Also, they should be verifiable in case of issues at any stage of the shipping process. Even though other payment options are applicable, most repositioning providers prefer payments through credit and debit cards.
Prepare Your Vehicle For Shifting
Once you have signed a deal with the hauling team, they will give a convenient pickup date to both parties. You can then go ahead and prepare your ride for dispatching. Here is a checklist of things you should do while waiting for the pickup date;
- Take your ride for service maintenance
- Clean the interior and exterior of your ride
- Declutter the car
- Leave the fuel tank no more than ¼ full
- Put together documentation
Drop Off And Pick Up Your Vehicle
On the pickup date, take your vehicle to the pickup location (terminal-to-terminal service) or wait for the carrying team to pick up the vehicle from your location (door-to-door service). Inspect the vehicle with the carrier truck driver before signing a form noting any pre-existing damages.
Reputable transit companies provide regular updates on the shipping progress, while others go further to provide GPS tracking.
One or two days before arrival at the destination, you will get a notification to pick up your ride. Once again, inspect the four-wheeler with the carrier truck driver. If you’re satisfied with the condition of your four-wheeler, make the final payment and sign the bill of lading before driving it away.
Professional Dispatching With Us
We have a fleet of carrier trucks spread across the country to make it easy for you to carry your car. We offer competitive rates and focus on our customer’s needs to ensure that they have a smooth and hassle-free shipping process. We boast an A rating at the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for our quality services.
We have some of the most professional and experienced carrier truck drivers. In addition to numerous safety measures, we provide full insurance to all four-wheelers in transit. Our quote form is free and non-obligatory.
Reach out to us and get your vehicle(s) relocated to the area safely and within the shortest time possible!
Neighborhood Areas We Serve
Waterway Manor | Angell City | Diana Shores |
Georgiana Settlement | San Lin Manor | Marsh Harbor |
Island Crossings | Egrets Cove | Tropical Cove |
Summers Creek | Cianci Estates | Dardonville |
Croton River Estates | Georgiana Woods | Carver Park |
Pelican Creek Estates | Ridge Manor Estates | Kelly Park |
Oak Creek Estates | Villa De Palmas Sykes Cove | Merritt City |
Merritt Park Place | Catalina Isle Estates | Raintree By The Lake |
The Villas At Indian River | Island Grove | Tequesta Harbor |
Merritt Court Townhomes | Hacienda Del Sol | South Tropical Estates |
Tropic Home | Orange Blossom Heights | Four Acres |
South Tropical Cove | Riviera Isles | Sun Pointe |
Andy Estates | Surfside Estates | Riverdale Estates |
Hampton Homes | Treasure Lagoon | Citrus River Groves |
Quail Run Estates | Rockwell Estates | Banana River Drive |
Villa De Palmas | Barony Estates | South Merritt Estates |
Merritt Ridge Sheet | River Grove On The Trail | Indian Bay Estate |
Our auto transport services are proud to help with your move in any of the neighborhoods you see below. And if you don't see your neighborhood listed here, don't worry because we can most likely service it.
Includes ZIP Codes:
32952, 32953, 32954
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Our Firm Shifting Services To The Area?
A-1 Auto Transport offers auto services to Merritt Island and all other neighborhoods in Florida. All you need to do is to fill out the free quote form on A-1 Auto Transport outlining your shipping needs. You can complete the booking process online or contact the shipping company for assistance.
Why Is It Important To Empty A Vehicle Before Dispatching It?
It is generally a bad idea to ship a car with personal items. Most transporters require you to empty the car before handing it over. A few companies, however, allow up to 100 pounds of cargo on the car. Personal items on the car add weight to the car, increasing the final shipping cost. Also, the transporter insurance cover does not cover personal items.
Is It Cheap To Drive Or Haul A Four-Wheeler?
Often, it’s cheaper to drive a car than to ship it. However, cross-country driving comes with challenges like harsh weather conditions, rogue drivers, road jams, and wear and tear on the car, among others, making car shipping a perfect alternative.
Is It Worth It To Haul A Vehicle?
It depends on the car you’re shipping and the transportation distance. If the shipping cost exceeds the value of your vehicle, then you should consider selling your car and buying another at your destination. You should consider driving if the transportation distance is 500 miles or less.