Trustworthy Transportation Company?

BlackSnake · #1 (**permalink**) 11-29-2008, 06:43 PM

Wow, I put in an internet request for quotes from transportation companies to transport a car from TX to CA.

What a wild bunch of responses! from requesting deposits to talking trash on other companies. Can anyone recommend a transportation company? Not necessarily lookin for the cheapest but want the car taken care of. Thanks Ryan

mrmax · #2 (**permalink**) 11-29-2008, 07:14 PM

I used intercity lines, Hartford to Tucson. A little pricey but very professional.

bnewell · #3 (**permalink**) 11-29-2008, 07:22 PM

I have used Gary Almond of http://almondexotictransports.com/ on several occasions.....great guy and his prices are very competitive

B.

Bobcat · #4 (**permalink**) 11-29-2008, 07:35 PM

I used Intercity Lines from Hartford , CT to SC .... competitive rates , great service and they delivered my baby perfectly and when they said they would.
Would use them again .

jagxjr5012 · #5 (**permalink**) 11-29-2008, 08:12 PM

I have used Horseless Carraige a few times...they were great...

http://www.horselesscarriage.com/

RPK · #6 (**permalink**) 11-29-2008, 09:52 PM

I used Thomas Sunday from PA to CA..Enclosed truck cost around $1800..They took care of the car like it was their own.

mrmustang · #7 (**permalink**) 11-30-2008, 03:16 AM

http://www.horselesscarriage.com/
http://www.intercitylines.com/
http://www.dasautoshippers.com/

All have shipped cross country for me, east to west, north to south and vice versa. These are currently the only three I use exclusively for all of my auto moves.

Bill S.

Bill Wells · #8 (**permalink**) 11-30-2008, 03:33 AM

I used Reliable Carriers :

http://www.reliable-carriers.com/

their prices were in the ball park with the other major carriers, at least when I used them . Bill

powerslide · #9 (**permalink**) 11-30-2008, 09:23 AM

I used Reliable Carriers early this month, car arrived ahead of schedule, in good order, driver was very professional. Pricing was ball park. Would use them, again.

Don · #10 (**permalink**) 11-30-2008, 10:22 AM

I have used InterCity Lines on three moves, very professional. Would not hesitate in using them again. Their web site has an on-line cost calculator:

http://www.intercitylines.com/

FuzzyDiceRide · #11 (**permalink**) 11-30-2008, 11:18 AM

I had a very positive experience getting my Cobra home
with Rich's Classic Transportation . I would use him again
without hesitation. http://www.richsclassictransport.com/
Mike

Tinker51 · #12 (**permalink**) 12-01-2008, 08:05 PM

Intercity.
Would use them again in a heartbeat.

Powershift1038 · #13 (**permalink**) 12-01-2008, 08:19 PM

Hog Haulers has moved several of my cars. They are AWESOME.

http://www.hoghaulers.com/

khansmith · #14 (**permalink**) 12-03-2008, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NewSnake

I had a very positive experience getting my Cobra home
with Rich's Classic Transportation . I would use him again
without hesitation. http://www.richsclassictransport.com/
Mike

I have used Rich twice. Great experience. I wouldn't use DAS again...they moved my Merc CLK55 and all the sudden my exhaust valve was "bent"

ENTDOC · #15 (**permalink**) 12-03-2008, 02:48 PM

I think rich has closed the shop

khansmith · #16 (**permalink**) 12-03-2008, 03:03 PM

Now that you mention it, he was talking about the possibility last June when he moved me to Atlanta. That is a shame. Great service and a great guy.

RodKnock · #17 (**permalink**) 12-08-2008, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ENTDOC

I think rich has closed the shop

Yes, I just got confirmation that Rich and Doug are still closed for car business. A friend needs a car hauled from Austin, TX.

FFR428 · #18 (**permalink**) 12-08-2008, 01:42 PM

I used DAS and they sucked donkey balls. Whoever you decide to use pay the extra for an enclosed carrier! www.transportreviews.com is a good site for carrier reviews.

danc30 · #19 (**permalink**) 12-08-2008, 04:00 PM

Posted 9-8-2008- Sad too as I would've used them again and again.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Richard G. Lacy

Wanted to thank everyone for the past 5+ years in the auto transportation business. It was more than a job for my brother Doug and I. It was a mission to get as many cool cars to as many of you as possible. Unfortunately, the high cost of fuel, all the government regulations and permits and everyday costs of doing business and staying on the road has made it impossible for us to continue financially. People have said, raise your prices. which is easy to say but hard to do and keep somewhat competitive with the big guys. Also too many delivery guys running in the grey area by not having all the permits, registrations and insurance so they can be the least expensive. Please beware of these guys! We prided ourselves on the fact that we did everything by the book and were legal, which meant your cars were much safer. We are keeping the corporation of Rich's Classic Transport alive so can get back in the game if the economy gets better. For now Doug is working for a local transport company hauling general freigth between terminals. For me, I am doing an owner/operator position with a local transportation company. Will be transporting meat from the midwest to CA and Texas and bring produce back to grocery warehouses in our region.
Again, Doug and I would like to thank all our loyal and good customers for their support and hope to be able to be back in the "cool" car transportation business again. Your friend, Richard Lacy

BlackSnake · #20 (**permalink**) 12-08-2008, 04:21 PM

Thanks for all of the responses, I have actually contacted 20 plus carriers. It seems as if you get what you pay for. All of the reputable and most recommended carriers are pretty expensive. The ones that are cheap seem very fly by night. And i have learned never give a deposit!
With gas prices coming down I will probably make a weekend of it and go get the car myself with an enclosed trailer. Thanks again! Ryan