Vintage & Classic Vehicle Transport

Classic and vintage vehicles are historical timepieces, marking the automobile's chronicles. Vintage, antique, and classic vehicles are reminiscent of the innovation of automotive engineering but give great pleasure while we drive them today.

Most treasure such antique vehicles, which need to be shared, and transport to different exhibitions and road shows across the States is done. Transport of such artefacts needs protection and special transport support systems, which are available with aCarShip. 

Importance of Using a Classic Vehicle Transporter

Risk and proper guidance are required when transporting classic and antique vehicles, and one should always look for an experienced classic vehicle transporter for such risky jobs.

One should not just randomly pick up any transporter off the internet. aCarShip's expertise in arranging shipping of these kinds of valuable classic and antique pieces.

Be aware of what you are getting into and what protection they provide:

Enclosed: With completely sealed trailers, your classic vehicle's exterior can be protected from damage from debris that may fly off the track or surface road. Enclosed, sealed carriers are a universal preference for classic and antique owners.

Insured: Insurance will cover any damage or loss that may happen while moving your classic or vintage car. Inquire about the details of coverage amounts and contingencies, if any.

Experience: Experience transporters, in comparison to regular ones, are a better option when putting up with such an important job, too, with expensive vehicles. Newcomers cannot cope with the safety and security hurdles of your precious cargo.

Assurance: If you are unsure or not fully confident with the job description provided by the transporter, it is best to avoid that porter or go with a second option, which is plentiful in the market.Each and every aspect of shipping is discussed, giving you complete peace of mind from our end when moving your priceless antiques.

Essential Pre-shipping Steps

Note these essential pre-shipping activities:

• Snap some proof: Use a high-quality digital camera and take dated, time-stamped photos of every section of your vehicle. Better yet, take a dated, time-stamped video of the car on the day of shipment using aCarShip’s FREE Damage App.
• Confirm your insurance coverage: Cover everything from how the vehicle will be secured, the route taken, and the ETA (estimated time of arrival).
• Confirm shipping details: Cover everything from how the vehicle will be secured, the route taken, and the ETA (estimated time of arrival).
• Stacked Vehicles: Ask if the hauler is going to be stacking vehicles. Require that yours be shipped on the top rack if the transporter does haul double-deck loads.

Preparing Your Classic Vehicle for Shipment

• Go Over the Entire Vehicle: Inspect each and every part of your vehicle, inside and out. Make a list of what’s working and what’s not.
• Exterior: Check and mark all the exterior features like trim, mirrors, hood ornaments, and all other attached parts on the exterior. Note the scratches, and list the existing paint job flaws. Attend to the chromes with their attachments and check for any missing or loose connector pins holding the chrome in place.
• Interior: Capture the complete interior, starting with the headliners, it’s overhead light and overall condition. Check and test the seat adjustments, armrests, dash features and gauges.
• Undercarriage : Note the undercarriage. Examine the condition of the brake lines, cables, transmission case, and oil pan.Make note of any pre-existing dents, scrapes, or other damage.
• Start the Vehicle : Run the engine and test drive it to check the drivability, steering, braking and handling.

Complete checks to know the overall condition of the vehicle before making the shipment is a good idea. This way, any damage caused during shipment can be assessed and dealt with.

When your vehicle arrives at its destination, inspect it immediately and keep a witness. Take note of the damages (if any) and bring them to the hauler’s attention immediately, documenting them and claiming the damages ASAP.

Adhere to the instructions above and enjoy sharing your classics and vintages through the "Time Capsule" and help us move them to the next road shows, exhibitions, or your next preferred destination. Get a quote right away and preserve and protect your investment.