The excitement of buying a new car can quickly be replaced with anxiety when you start thinking about how to get it shipped to your home. Your car can be one of your most expensive purchases, so you want to ensure it arrives safely and in the same condition it left in. Here are a few tips to reduce your car’s risk when shipping.
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Choose an Experienced and Reputable Shipping Company
An experienced and reputable car shipping company will have the proper equipment and resources to ship your car safely. They will also have insurance in case of any damages that may occur during shipping. Do your research and read reviews before selecting a shipping company.
When looking for the best shipping company, get multiple quotes and compare the services offered. Some companies may offer door-to-door service, while others may require you to drop off and pick up your car at their facility. Choose the option that best fits your needs and budget.
Be Careful of the Weather
If you are shipping your car during extreme weather conditions, there is an increased risk of damage. This can range from hail damage to your car’s paint job being damaged by the sun. If possible, ship your car during milder weather conditions.
Extra precautions you should take during extreme weather conditions include ensuring your car is clean and dry before shipping, checking the forecast for the route your car will take, and selecting a shipping company that has experience shipping cars during extreme weather conditions.
Prepare Your Car for Shipping
It would be best if you took a few precautionary measures to prepare your car for auto transport. These include removing all personal items from the car, disconnecting the battery, and ensuring enough fuel in the tank for the shipping company to get your car on and off the truck.
If you are not comfortable preparing your car for shipping, you can ask the shipping company to do it for you for an additional fee.
Insure Your Car
Most shipping companies will have insurance, but it is always a good idea to insure your car in case of any damages that may occur during car shipping. You can purchase shipping insurance from your car insurance company or from the shipping company itself.
When insuring your car, make sure to get a policy that covers the total value of your car. This way, you can be compensated for any damages that may occur during shipping.
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