Dude, Where's My Car (At)?

by SHERYLL CROSS

Moving to a new state with your family? Being relocated by your company? Going off to college perhaps? These are somewhat uncomforting ideas, though same does not go par when compared to the terrifying thought of handing your precious vehicle to an auto transport service company. You are moving more than mere plates and couches. Hypothetically speaking, if you see a dent in your car, how would you react? Frustrated? Allow me to be more specific; what will you do if you notice a dent smack in the middle of the passenger door of your 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster? Bloodcurdling? Enraging? Although this scenario rarely happens, still you have to protect your investment. When the need for an auto car transport company arises, here are a few things to determine before imparting with your vehicle. Three words: (fully) licensed, bonded (and) insured. These words give comfort to clients all around. The first one suggests that the company is duly registered to operate as such. As customers, we can check the company��s status with the use of their license number. For the word bonded, if the example above occurs, the car owner will have recourse, which is to claim damages against the car transport company. Here��s the process: a detailed inspection will be done, care of the transport driver, on the Bill of Lading. This is done prior to the shipping itself. Said document will be used for re-inspection. Note that the damage must be reported upon delivery on the Bill of Lading. It is important that the car owner and the driver sign this document. Insurance company cannot process claims if damage is not noted at time of delivery. Lastly, if the unforeseen happens, an injury for instance, the car owner will not be held liable for the same (provided the company is fully insured). Another is to get quotations. You can find anything for a cheaper price if you shop around. Though don��t be too stingy. Remember, the lowest cost does not necessary mean that you will get the best deal. With that said, some high-end car transport companies do not provide service in proportion to the payment that they��re asking. With the technology today, getting quotations could never be easier. Just enter some data, like the moving information, vehicle specifications and contact numbers. Allot some time to contact various service providers to get more information. Terms and conditions, rates, schedules, guarantees, features, recommendations, package deals and hidden charges to name a few. Be certain that all arrangements have been put into writing. You don��t want missing or forgetting any detail. With regard the truck itself, you have to decide whether to get an open or enclosed car transport. If you need to move a standard vehicle (car, van or truck), I advise you get the open car transport. This is the typical and the least expensive method used to transport vehicles from the plant to the ports or to the showrooms. While the enclosed car transport is usually reserved for the luxury or vintage cars to prevent highway dust and deterioration. Whatever service you choose, try to land on a compromise between the price you can afford and the quality of service the car transport moving company offers. Those three words abovestated and the reputation of the transport company is sufficient to assure the timely and safely arrival of your prized vehicle.

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Sheryll Cross is a web copywriter for a web design company associated with a car transport company in Florida.