Enclosed transport New Jersey to Maine

[HalcyonDays]

I am looking for someone to transport Model A Ford from Southern New Jersey to Southern Maine; 400Miles. second or third week of January 2015. Can anyone recommend someone to make this trip? Thanks

[Tom Wesenberg]

I can think of one you don't want to use.

[C26Pinelake]

Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg

I can think of one you don't want to use.

That makes 2 of us Tom !
Wayne

[CarlG]

It's only 400 miles, just drive it.

[1931 flamingo]

Try the HAMB. Many good east coast recommendations there. FWIW
Paul

[Steve Wastler]

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I'm not a big chevy guy, but ouch, that poor vette!!

[ian Simpson]

Pay my return air fare and I will drive it.

Ian

[Tom Wesenberg]

Originally Posted by Steve Wastler

I'm not a big chevy guy, but ouch, that poor vette!!

A guy about 10 miles from me spent years restoring his 1961 Corvette to mint factory condition. Finished it this past summer, and his first time out he looked over at his wife and then back ahead and couldn't stop quite in time. He rear ended the car that stopped in front of him, and now has several thousands of dollars damage, even though it doesn't look too bad.

Driving is a full time job, especially with some of the crazy's on the road today. People eating, reading books, talking on phones, shaving, combing hair, putting on lipstick, etc. Two years ago I saw a woman with a book in the steering wheel, hamburger in her right hand, cell phone in left hand and steering with her knees.

[Steve Wastler]

Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg

A guy about 10 miles from me spent years restoring his 1961 Corvette to mint factory condition. Finished it this past summer, and his first time out he looked over at his wife and then back ahead and couldn't stop quite in time. He rear ended the car that stopped in front of him, and now has several thousands of dollars damage, even though it doesn't look too bad.

Driving is a full time job, especially with some of the crazy's on the road today. People eating, reading books, talking on phones, shaving, combing hair, putting on lipstick, etc. Two years ago I saw a woman with a book in the steering wheel, hamburger in her right hand, cell phone in left hand and steering with her knees.

Doesn't take much to compromise 50 year old fiberglass! That sucks for him!

We really don't take my Harleys out much anymore due to what you said above. Driving in the DC metro area we've seen it all. My two best moron stories involved one dude driving 75 mph the highway with his left foot on the dash, guitar in his lap, left hand on the neck and right hand strumming, musta been on cruise control, he was steering with his right knee in rush hour traffic! The other traveling 80 mph with an open laptop STRAPPED to the steering wheel and phone in left hand. These types need to hit bridge abutments!!

[mshmodela]

TomW,

I now know a bit more about the term "they're a good driver..." Driving a Model A truly explained that to me and with the 1 - 1.5 in. of steering play, one has to be a good driver...

[mlp623]

There is a site with Reviews, but not sure I trust it: http://www.transportreviews.com/

I have personally used Intercity to move a model A from OH to NJ. The transport is great, the drivers are great, but be patient for scheduling. They say 2 weeks, but it is more like 4-6 in my experience.

I have also used a broker that used a dually with a small 2 car enclosed trailer. While everything worked out fine, I was more satisfied with the professional drivers at Intercity.

Just my opinion.

Matt

[HalcyonDays]

I am thinking of using a local transporter that has an enclosed trailer. One man operation. He is asking $2 loaded mile does that seem like a fair price?

[Mark W.]

That sounds fair for an enclosed truck IF IT IS INSURED IN HIS POSESSION.

No insurance and I'd pass on it

[Bill's Auto Works]

As a transporter (both enclosed & open) I can tell you to NOT use insurance as the determining factor for choosing a transporter. Do a Google search of any potential transporters. There are a lot of hacks out there. You should have your own insurance on the vehicle, that way you are sure you are covered for the amount you feel comfortable with.
I would have loved to help you with this transport, but I am already booked for all of January.
Best of Luck

[CarlG]

You might check with Jim (TrulyVintage). He was in NY/PA last week.

Disclaimer:
I have no connection with Jim, nor have I used him. Just see his posts here on FordBarn all the time.

[2935ford]

Ouch!!!!!!!!! That poor Corvette.

[V8COOPMAN]

Originally Posted by 2935ford

Ouch!!!!!!!!! That poor Corvette.

Yup, the Vette is bad, but it can be worse.......this Hudson sequence below was "caught" as it "got away". DD

[trulyvintage]

Originally Posted by CarlG

You might check with Jim (TrulyVintage). He was in NY/PA last week.

Disclaimer:
I have no connection with Jim, nor have I used him. Just see his posts here on FordBarn all the time.

I left Seattle yesterday - bound for Indiana.

Enclosed transport is the only way to go if you care about the car
you are having hauled ....

I have hauled dozens of Fords for members here since 2010

I haul regularly for museums including the MTFCA Museum ....




I haul other classic makes too ....




I even haul muscle cars - like this Super Bee .....





My next availability for scheduled direct transport will be from
Seymour, IN in about a week ...


Jim

[trulyvintage]

Originally Posted by HalcyonDays

I am looking for someone to transport Model A Ford from Southern New Jersey to Southern Maine; 400Miles. second or third week of January 2015. Can anyone recommend someone to make this trip? Thanks

That is little to no notice for a short local trip ....

Originally Posted by HalcyonDays

I am thinking of using a local transporter that has an enclosed trailer. One man operation. He is asking $2 loaded mile does that seem like a fair price?

VERY REASONABLE .....



Jim

[Farmer j]

I have helped on the receiving end of several of Jim's transports to the MTFCA Museum and can say you won't find a better, more conscientious person to work with. Jerry K