Online Vehicle Auctions Shipping
You bought a car at an online auction – Congrats! Now for the exciting part – getting it home.
Whether it is eBay Motors, Bring-A-Trailer, Cars & Bids – we can pick up and delivery your new car from the auction to your location. Avoid the headaches dealing with shady auto transport companies, RCG has been in business since 2005, shipping over 750,000 vehicles and is committed to excellent service. At RCG, we’ve transported cars from auctions nationwide and we ensure each vehicle is picked up and delivered safe, on-time and on budget.
Choosing the wrong transport company could mean more money out of your pocket, that’s why for over two decades RCG have built a reputation in the auto transport industry for dependability and excellent service.
If you’re ready or just looking for how much shipping from an auction could cost you, start with a quote now.
3 Things to Know About Shipping an Online Car Purchase
Tips to ensure you have a successful car shipping.
Purchased a car from eBay Motors, classiccars.com, bring-a-trailer.com, Cars & Bids or even GSA Auctions . Now when considering getting your prize vehicle home, there are many factors that can affect your car shipping and some can be avoided by understanding a few things you can do to ensure a positive experience.
Total Cost of Purchase
Prior to bidding on online car sites such as ebay motors, or Edmunds, you should consider when the auction or listing ends, condition of vehicle, storage fees and of course shipping cost.
For example, some salvage auctions have limited hours and strict policies on loading cars, and you may require to pay storage fees until a carrier is available to pick up the vehicle.
You should also be aware of the distance between the auction and the final destination – the further away the more time and cost to ship your vehicle. And finally, the condition of the vehicle, if its non-running, a forklift maybe be needed to have the vehicle loaded onto a trailer adding to the total cost.
Choosing the Right Transportation
We understand cost is top priority when purchasing cars online, especially if it’s a prize vehicles from bring-a-trailer.com and you have many options when comes to auto transportation.
When choosing a carrier or broker, you should consider not only the cost to ship, but the time it takes to get your vehicle delivered to your door and trailer type.
For example, if you go with the lowest price, a carrier may cancel your pickup for another vehicle paying at a higher price, then needing you to find another carrier, costing you more time and possible accruing storage fees while your winning vehicle is sitting at the auction lot.
In addition open trailers are the standard and lowest cost. You might consider an enclosed trailer to protect your valuable asset.
Vehicle Condition
Having precise information regarding the condition of the vehicles will save you headaches down the road.
When it comes to purchasing a vehicle, for example from an online site such as ebay motors or classiccars.com, it is difficult to gauge the condition of the vehicle, and that is why we recommend sending the listing or photo so that our logistic experts can give you an accurate price and options available to you.
Our logistics will work on your behalf to ensure you get the right equipment for your online car purchase.
With our transparent transportation process, each car that is picked up, our drivers will create an inspection report with photos and notify us immediately if any issues or discrepancies should arise.
Why Choose RCG Logistics
Expertise and Value
Whether the vehicle is operable or non-running, our logistic experts will be able to provide an upfront cost with no hidden fees and be with you through pick-up to delivery – ensuring you have the best experience. If you’re unsure where to start, give us a call and we’ll be more than willing to assist you with your purchase.
Vendor Network
We have over 35,000 vetted and certified carriers in our nationwide network. By providing fair market pricing, and quick payment shipping terms, we have a 97% delivery success rate. Our logistic experts work directly with you and the carrier from pickup to delivery to resolve any issues and ensure a smooth transparent experience.
Customer Experience
We’ve transported millions of vehicles in any condition, and we have the expertise to do it right. All our carriers are fully equipped, insured, and trained to move all types of vehicles. Whether the vehicle you purchase is in pristine condition or a rusted hallowed out shell, at RCG we will treat it as if it’s our own and ensure that it is delivered in the same condition as when it was picked up.
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RCG Shipping Services
Our team takes pride in covering every aspect of the auto transport process all in one place. Our goal is to take the stress and hassle out of hauling your vehicle to its destination . . .
Our team takes pride in covering every aspect of the auto transport process all in one place. Our goal is to take the stress and hassle out of hauling your vehicle to its destination.
But we go one step further than simple auto shipping. We handle the logistics of the entire move, which is why commercial organizations and major car dealerships choose us to address their transportation needs.
All you need to do is to use our instant shipping calculator to get a quote, get in touch with an RCG expert, and you’ll be able to choose from a selection of five-star shipping contractors who will compete for your business.
Select the carrier you feel is right for you, and you’ll be well on your way to relocating your car to its new home.
RCG Shipping Rates
We believe in providing customized shipping rates where possible because there are many factors involved in determining cost . . .
We believe in providing customized shipping rates where possible because there are many factors involved in determining cost.
For our customers who are on a budget, here are few tips of cross country vehicle transport:
- Choose open vehicle transport
- Be flexible with your pickup/delivery dates
- Transport a smaller vehicle
- Longer distances mean a lower cost per mile
- Do your research and never select the first shipping company you see
The simplest way to get the most competitive price for ship a car across country services is working with an a RCG customer service agent. Our team will then work with our network of vetted carriers and vendors to get you the best price for the best possible service.
RCG Shipping Insurance
RCG Logistics has all of necessary licenses and insurance to have your vehicle delivered safely. We even have contingent cargo insurance to provide additional protection . . .
RCG Logistics has all of necessary licenses and insurance to have your vehicle delivered safely. We even have contingent cargo insurance to provide additional protection to our customers for the high value shipments.
- MC#: 507860 Licensed Freight Broker
- Contingent Cargo Insurance for $100,000 in addition to the primary cargo
When shipping your car it is important to make sure that the carrier has a current insurance policy with adequate coverage. Car shipping insurance policy are often broadly written with many exclusions.
