Get the vehicle details right before comparing prices
Interstate car transport is a separate service from a household furniture move. Use the vehicle quote path and describe the vehicle accurately so the carrier can confirm eligibility, equipment, collection method and timing.
What changes a car transport quote?
- Pickup and delivery locations: depot, meeting point or address collection can produce different options.
- Vehicle size and type: provide the make, model and dimensions when the vehicle is modified, oversized or unusual.
- Operability: say whether the vehicle starts, steers, rolls and brakes.
- Modifications and clearance: lowered suspension, roof racks, bull bars, wide tyres and other changes can affect loading.
- Timing: a flexible window may have different carrier options from a fixed collection requirement.
Before handing over the vehicle
Remove undeclared belongings, photograph the vehicle, note existing marks, keep fuel and alarm instructions consistent with the carrier's terms, and make sure the nominated contact can attend collection and delivery. Personal items should only remain in the vehicle when the selected carrier and written quote explicitly allow them.
Moving a household as well?
Keep the two quote paths separate so the car and furniture are assessed correctly. Use the household quote for furniture and the vehicle quote for the car.
Interstate car transport questions
What details are needed for an interstate car transport quote?
Provide the pickup and delivery locations, vehicle make and model, dimensions where relevant, whether it runs and drives, any modifications, preferred dates and the required pickup or depot arrangement.
Can I leave personal items in the vehicle?
Only when the selected carrier and written quote allow it. Limits and exclusions vary, so declare the items before booking rather than assuming the boot can be loaded.
Is the cheapest vehicle transport quote always the best option?
Not necessarily. Compare the pickup and delivery method, timing window, vehicle eligibility, item restrictions, carrier terms and what happens if the vehicle is not operational.