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Shipping a Vehicle

 

Getting your Vehicle Ready

  • No obvious fluid leaks.

  • Vehicle must be clean for origin physical inspection.

  • Gas tank level should be at ¼ of a tank or lower.

  • Disconnect or disable alarm systems.

  • Portable stereo equipment, cassette decks or CD players, car phones, garage door openers, and E-Z pass should be removed.

  • Antennas should be fully retracted or removed.

  • No personal belongings (except standard vehicle items; i.e. jack and spare tire)

  • Remove exterior spare tire cover, grill covers, or car covers.

  • Plants and hazardous materials are forbidden by law to be transported.

  • Provide one set of ALL keys for the vehicle to the mover.

  • Remove non-permanent luggage, bike, or ski racks.

  • Prepare vehicle for the new climate. This may include engine coolant, transmission oil, and other fluids.

 

Vehicle Inspection Requirements

  • You, or your assigned representatives, must be present for inspection at pickup and delivery.

  • You must sign the bill of lading and condition report at origin and destination.

  • You are responsible for confirming that vehicle’s condition is the same as when it was picked up. You must do this before the delivery driver leaves.

  • If damaged, you MUST write a clear description on the auto inventory form.

  • Damages not documented on the inventory form at the time of delivery will result in the denial of a claim.

 

Coverage for your Vehicle

  • Your Government agency provides coverage on your automobile at Blue Book Value. Click here to determine the blue book value of your vehicle. You will need to enter the Year, Make, Model, destination Zip Code, and the miles on your vehicle. If you have any questions regarding the value of your vehicle please contact your Planes Relocation Counselor.

  • In the event of damage, contact your Planes Relocation Counselor to request a claim form.

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