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Ship your Classic Car anywhere in the US

Enclosed transport with condition documentation. Winch loading available for non-running classics.

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What to know about shipping a Classic Car

Classic car shipping requires enclosed transport, careful condition documentation, and carriers who understand pre-1980 mechanical and trim sensitivities. Open transport is acceptable only for project cars or non-show classics; for any concours-grade or appraised vehicle, enclosed is the only responsible choice. Our classic-car carriers handle non-running vehicles via winch loading where needed and use soft-strap or wheel-net systems exclusively. Document everything before the truck arrives — the only protection against a 'this scratch was already there' dispute is timestamped pre-pickup photography.

Pre-ship checklist

Five steps before pickup day

These are the prep steps every Classic Car owner should complete before the carrier arrives. Skipping them is the #1 cause of pickup delays.

  1. 1

    Document all pre-existing condition with photographs — every panel, every scratch, every interior surface.

  2. 2

    Confirm whether the vehicle is roadworthy or flag as non-running so the carrier brings winch equipment.

  3. 3

    Disconnect the battery if the vehicle hasn't been driven recently.

  4. 4

    Note any fuel leaks or mechanical issues to the carrier so loading is staged appropriately.

  5. 5

    Remove or secure any loose chrome trim, mirrors, or fragile body components.

Handling

How carriers handle a Classic Car

Enclosed only for concours-grade, appraised, or insured-value vehicles.

Winch loading available for non-running classics.

Soft-strap or wheel-net systems only — never chassis chains on classic body construction.

Questions

Questions about shipping a Classic Car

Direct answers from our dispatch team.

Yes — our classic-car carriers carry winch equipment for non-running vehicles. Note non-running status at booking so the right truck is dispatched.

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