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How to Ship Your Classic Car (Part 2)

The next thing to do is to make preparations to ship your classic car. If you have any personal items in your car, you have to remove all of them. Then, turn off the car alarm and remove all specialty items and loose parts, such as spoilers, fog lights, and ground effects. Lower the antennae and fold back the side mirrors, and make sure that the tires are well-inflated. The battery has to be fully charged, and all fluids on the car have to be topped off. The auto shipping company should provide insurance for your car, and you should get a copy of its insurance plan and find out if you have to pay any deductible in case your car is damaged during shipping.

When the carrier arrives, you have to let the driver know all the operational problems that can happen and give advice on how to deal with each problem. Also, show him all the scratches, dents, and fluid leaks on the car. The driver will give you an inspection report after he has loaded the car, and this report contains information such as the car’s overall condition, mileage, and others.

If you are the one who is receiving your classic car, you should use the report as a reference when you inspect the car. Look for damages that did not exist previously, and file a claim for compensation with the auto shipping company if you find any. If someone else is receiving the car, you have to send a copy of the inspection report to him or her.