Shipping a Car From an Auto Auction

How To Ship A Car From An Auto Auction?

There are many forms of car auctions these days, which means having access to an event is easier than ever before. While in-person bidding continues to remain popular, more and more individuals are beginning to take advantage of the opportunities that are afforded through online bidding. However, after the winning bid is placed, you then have to ask yourself, “How do I get this thing over here?” Let A-1 Auto take care of that for you!

Choosing The Right Hauling Method For Your Vehicle.

To ship your newly won vehicle securely, you need to first find a company that can handle the specific type of ride that it is. As is the nature of auctions, you can find everything from expensive luxury motors to older used four-wheelers.

For example, if you purchase an automobile from bidding that you will need to fix yourself, you will need to make sure that you find a company that has a vehicle with a secure winch.

For four-wheelers that only need to be transported a short distance, a flatbed hauler might do the trick, while cars that need to be transported a long distance would need a different type of hauling service.

Shifting Methods.

The two main hauling methods that are recommended, depending on your specific needs, are:

• Open Car Transport: This method is not only the cheapest one that is available, but is also the most common one that is used. The drawback to this method of conveyance is that it can expose your motorcar to the elements, which creates a small potential for damage, as it is hauled on an open-air trailer. However, we will do everything possible to ensure that your vehicle is hauled from an auction with all of the necessary safety measures and precautions.
• Enclosed Vehicle Transit: This method is much more expensive, but it's recommended if the automobile that you won at the bidding is a luxury motor, a classic, an antique, or extremely valuable. Due to its enclosed nature, your ride will be better protected and will be placed in a special trailer that has been designed to limit the shock that your ride may be subjected to during the journey. Another benefit of this service is that it can be used year-round without having to worry about the seasons affecting your motor.

In deciding between either Open Car Transit or Enclosed Vehicle Dispatching, you should consider if the four-wheeler that you're shipping from the event is one that you would want to drive regularly or instead, reserve only for special occasions. If you would only drive it during nice weather, then you should probably choose the Enclosed Car Transport option.

Move Directly From The Bidding.

Your car will be able to be directly dispatched from every auction. Yet, while most bidding will offer some form of shipping service, they often will default to a dispatching company that doesn't necessarily specialize in automobile hauling. That's why it's important to work with an independent hauling company such as ours that has years and years of experience in getting your four-wheeler directly from the event to your final destination.

In addition, it will save you money by choosing an independent delivery company, especially if you frequently haul from bidding. Make sure that the shipping company offers you adequate insurance coverage as well.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration at http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/ will have additional information on what licenses legitimate companies should have. Also, always remember to visit the Better Business Bureau's website at http://www.bbb.org/ to review a delivery company that you're deciding on.

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