Avoiding Costly Mistakes When Shopping For Vehicle Transport
The #1 mistake people make when shopping for companies to ship their vehicle is to shop solely for the lowest price.
There are thousands of companies in the transport business. Unfortunately, vehicle transport is an industry with a lack of regulation, which leaves room for unscrupulous individuals to take advantage of unsuspecting clients. I highly recommend you shop on reputation instead of the lowest price to prevent experiencing problems.
All of the reputable carriers are going to be within a few dollars in price of each other. For example, if you get a few quotes and let’s just say they are all around $1000 and someone tells you that they can do it for $700, it should be a HUGE red flag.
The reality is, the carriers dictate prices. In other words, we all pay the same amount to get your car from point A to point B… An inaccurate “low” quote can be the result of one of two reasons.
The first reason for an inaccurate low quote could be that the broker is inexperienced and truly does not understand the route and the “real cost” of getting your car moved.
Moreover, since the vehicle is not priced correctly, no driver wants to pick it up for that amount, which can cause undue delays.
The financial consequences of this mistake are just the same as in the airline industry, because as the vehicle slots on a particular route start getting sold out, prices rise.
If you find yourself in this situation and your shipping date arrives, you will most likely have to turn to a seasoned company like ours to get your car shipped on an expedited transport. These are drivers that specialize in the “last minute” business, but that can get very costly.
The second reason a quote can be inaccurately low is they are intentionally low-balling a price to bait you. Some of the possible consequences of that may be:
A: They may charge you an upfront deposit before ever securing a driver and then turn around and tell you that it costs much more than you were originally quoted.
B: Charge your credit card and simply never show up. If you are lucky, you may eventually get your money back. In the interim, your whole world has gone crazy because your car never gets moved. In that case, you are forced to shop for last-minute expedited services, which can be 25% – 200% more than regular rates.
C: Pick up your car and then make up some story before they deliver it about how it is going to cost you a lot more. Basically, THEY WILL HOLD YOUR CAR HOSTAGE. Then, when you read the fine print in the contract you signed, you will realize what a mistake to go
with the CHEAPEST PRICE
The best way to shop for vehicle transport is to shop for reputation first, then look for a fair price to pay. Look past the “cheap” price and look at the bigger picture of what could happen if you choose a vehicle transport company with a less than stellar reputation.
Do your homework. Many savvy consumers check recommendations available on the Better Business Bureau’s (BBB) website, which is a wise move as they are a well-respected resource in the auto shipping industry. Ship Your Car Now, LLC is one of the very few vehicle transport companies to have an A rating with the Better Business Bureau.
The more you research the transport industry, the more likely you will
want to do business with Team Alex.
If you require any further information,
feel free to contact us.
Testimonials
Tom Mars
As a former EVP of the world’s largest company, I know outstanding service when I see it. I rarely write reviews, but I wanted to tell others who are looking for a five-star transporter that Alex Lopez is the guy to call.
Flawless execution from beginning to end with a “we’ll get it done” attitude. Incredibly impressive. I’ll never use anyone else but Team Alex to deliver a new car from an out of state dealership. You shouldn’t either.
Ross Gale
“Highly recommended— with an almost annoying level of responsiveness (seriously, they always answer email text and phone within a minute), high standards for carriers, and competitive rates, Team Alex is the best!”
Moses Kaijuka
, Passport INFINITI of Alexandria
Team Alex is by far the most reliable transportation company we’ve dealt with.
Great communication, reasonable costs, and quick delivery. We have been dealing with them for about a year now and haven’t had any hiccups so far.
Mo Diab
, Mercedes-Benz of Houston Greenway
Hands down one of the best in the business!
Going on 5yrs with Team Alex and still plenty more!
Michael Lasko
, Bill Vince's Bridgewater Acura
I can honestly say,
In 19 years selling sports and exotic cars I find you guys to be the best I’ve dealt with!
Larry Williams
, BMW Northwest
Team Alex has been nothing, but professional, reliable, consistent and customer friendly to me and my clients.
I have used other transport companies over the years but none that is as impressive as Team Alex.
When I refer colleagues and my customers, I literally have no worries about my reputation being adversely affected. It is quite the opposite!
Team Alex is the only transport company I will use and refer.
Jim Bloom
, Mercedes-Benz of Naperville
Team-Alex Lopez is fantastic!
I work at Mercedes-Benz of Naperville in Illinois and we use them all of the time.
Their team is responsive to me and follows up to make sure our vehicles are delivered on time anywhere in the country.
Esther Shamouel
, Infiniti of Roseville
TEAM ALEX!!!!! That is all you need to know for your shipping needs. When quality care, time, money, and client satisfaction is on the line, no one does it like Team Alex. They are even responsive within 20 min on a Sunday evening. (Which I would never expect but appreciate).
They have taken great care of me and my clients consistently and I would not consider trusting anyone else for the job.
They have made it so easy, that I even have an instant idea of what the freight cost will be through the QQLink page. Team Alex all the way.
Eduardo Huerta
, Mercedes-Benz of Houston North
You guys are my go-to-guys for any transportation needs.
I have used other companies in the post and Team Alex is the only name I ever remember.
Great Job!
Colleen Morgey
, Holman Cadillac
Your company is awesome to work with which is very unusual at this time. We really appreciate you!
Chris Atkins
, Ed Morse Sawgrass Auto Mall
Alex Lopez & his team, from Ship Your car Now definitely goes above and beyond and delivers OUTSTANDING service!!
When looking for a transporter, Team Alex are the ONLY people you will need!! The best I have ever seen as far as providing great service!
Casper Yim
, Keeler Motor Car Company
I’ve always counted on team Alex, ship your car now for my auto transport needs. This has been my second time using them and they are extremely transparent and easy to work with. I highly recommend them for any dealership transport needs, as they have been very helpful!
Brent Gorski
, Nyles Auto Group
We ONLY use Team Alex for our shipping needs – for both dealer trades and customer deliveries.
Alex and his team are always there for us, on top of everything, and has our back with every transport.
We couldn’t do it without Team Alex and their support.
Bob P
I asked my salesman who I could use for shipping my new car to me across the country. He handed me your card.
When I asked for other names to get other quotes, he said this was the only name I would need because it’s who their dealership trusts.
Bart Broda
, Mercedes-Benz of Westmont
Team Alex is unbelievable. Always on top of everything. Great service and easy to work with! Definitely recommend them!
Anthony Burruano
, Treasure Coast Lexus
Alex and his team is unlike any transportation company I have ever worked with.
He and his team always go above and beyond
for us here at Treasure Coast Lexus.
Team Alex is better than Google with their updates and timelines, flawless.
I will always use Team Alex and will recommend them to anyone looking to transport a vehicle!!!!