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Collector Vehicles
Classic Cars
Original and restored classics often receive additional planning because of age, rarity and vehicle value.
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Classic Car Shipping & Exotic Transport.
Classic car shipping requires careful planning when the vehicle carries financial, historical or personal value. American Auto Express coordinates transportation for classic, exotic, luxury and collector automobiles moving throughout the United States.
Classic Vehicles
Exotic Automobiles
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Classic Cars
Collector Vehicle Shipping
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Enclosed Options Available
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What Is Classic Car Shipping?
Classic car shipping is transportation planned around the needs of older, collectible or specialty automobiles. Because these vehicles may have unusual dimensions, lower ground clearance or delicate finishes, accurate vehicle information is important.
In addition, many owners prefer a transportation method that reduces normal roadway and weather exposure. Therefore, enclosed transportation is often considered for collector vehicles.
What Makes Exotic Car Transport Different?
Exotic vehicles may have low front splitters, wide tires, carbon-fiber components or limited-production bodywork. As a result, loading requirements can differ from those of a typical passenger vehicle.
Providing the exact year, make, model and modification details helps determine an appropriate transportation option.
Should Collector Cars Use Enclosed Shipping?
Many owners choose enclosed transport because the vehicle travels inside a covered trailer. Therefore, normal exposure to weather and roadway debris is reduced.
However, the correct transport method depends on the vehicle, route, owner preference and available carrier equipment.
Consumer Vehicle Transport Information
Customers can also review information from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration before selecting an interstate automobile transporter or broker.
Review FMCSA Transport Information →Specialty Transport For Important Vehicles.
Different collector and specialty automobiles have different transportation needs. Therefore, the vehicle type, dimensions, clearance and condition should be reviewed before shipping is coordinated.
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Performance Vehicles
Exotic Cars
Low ground clearance and specialty bodywork can affect loading and carrier requirements.
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Premium Vehicles
Luxury Cars
Luxury vehicle owners may prefer enclosed transport to reduce normal outside exposure.
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Personal Collections
Rare Vehicles
Limited-production and sentimental vehicles can require more detailed transportation planning.
Classic & Exotic Makes
Collector Car Shipping For Legendary Brands.
From American muscle and vintage classics to European exotics and modern collector vehicles, American Auto Express coordinates transportation for a wide range of specialty automobiles. Providing the exact year, make, model, condition and modifications helps us evaluate appropriate transportation options.
Exotic & Supercar Makes
Ferrari
Exotic Vehicles
Lamborghini
Exotic Vehicles
McLaren
Supercars
Bugatti
Hypercar
Aston Martin
Luxury Performance
Maserati
Italian Performance
Lotus
Sports Cars
Pagani
Hypercar
Koenigsegg
Hypercar
Bentley
Luxury Vehicles
European Performance & Collector Makes
Porsche
Collector & Performance
Rolls-Royce
Luxury Vehicles
Mercedes-Benz
Classic & Luxury
BMW
Collector & Performance
Audi
Performance Vehicles
American Classic & Muscle Makes
Ford
Mustang & Classics
Shelby
Performance Classics
Chevrolet
Camaro & Classics
Corvette
Collector Sports Cars
Dodge
Muscle & Performance
Cadillac
American Luxury
Pontiac
Classic Muscle
Plymouth
Classic Muscle
Buick
American Classics
Lincoln
American Luxury
Modern Collector & Performance Makes
Acura
NSX & Collector Cars
Nissan
GT-R & Collector Cars
Toyota
Supra & Collector Cars
Lexus
Luxury Performance
Tesla
Modern Specialty
Don't see your vehicle make listed? American Auto Express can coordinate transportation for many additional classic, exotic, luxury, rare and collector automobiles. Provide the exact year, make, model and condition when requesting your transport quote.
Premium Enclosed Transportation
Protect More Of What Matters.
Enclosed transportation surrounds the vehicle inside a covered trailer. Therefore, it can reduce normal exposure to rain, road debris and other outside conditions.
This makes enclosed shipping a popular consideration for classic, exotic, luxury and collector automobiles.
Covered transportation environment
Reduced weather exposure
Reduced roadway debris exposure
Popular for valuable and specialty vehicles
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How Classic Car Shipping Works.
The process begins with accurate vehicle and route information. Next, transportation options are reviewed. Finally, pickup and delivery are coordinated around the vehicle's requirements.
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Vehicle Details
Request A Quote
First, provide the vehicle year, make, model, condition, pickup location and destination.
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Transport Planning
Choose The Method
Next, open or enclosed transportation can be considered based on the vehicle and owner preference.
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Pickup
Inspect & Load
Before loading, vehicle condition can be documented and special clearance requirements reviewed.
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Destination
Vehicle Delivery
Finally, the automobile is unloaded near the destination and its condition can be reviewed.
Classic Car Shipping Cost
What Affects The Transport Price?
Classic car shipping prices vary because every vehicle and route is different. Distance is one factor, but it is not the only one.
For example, vehicle dimensions, transport method, ground clearance and carrier availability can influence the final quote.
Therefore, complete vehicle details help create a more useful shipping estimate.
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Pricing Factor
Distance
Longer routes generally require more transportation time and carrier mileage.
Pricing Factor
Transport Type
Enclosed transportation typically costs more than standard open carrier shipping.
Pricing Factor
Vehicle Size
Large or unusually sized vehicles can require more trailer capacity.
Pricing Factor
Ground Clearance
Low-clearance automobiles may require suitable loading equipment.
Pricing Factor
Route Availability
Carrier activity can vary between popular and less common transportation lanes.
Pricing Factor
Requested Timing
Flexible scheduling can differ from time-sensitive transportation requests.
Open Or Enclosed? Choose Carefully.
Both transportation methods can move specialty automobiles nationwide. However, the best choice depends on the vehicle, budget and desired level of outside protection.
Standard Transportation
Open Carrier Shipping
Open transportation can be suitable for some classic vehicles when the owner is comfortable with normal roadway and weather exposure.
Broad carrier availability
Typically lower transportation cost
Useful for many standard vehicles
Vehicle remains exposed to outside conditions
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Premium Transportation
Enclosed Carrier Shipping
Enclosed transportation is frequently selected for classic, exotic and collector vehicles because it provides a covered transportation environment.
Covered trailer environment
Reduced exterior exposure
Popular for rare and valuable cars
Premium transportation option
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Before Vehicle Pickup
Prepare Your Vehicle For Transport.
Careful preparation can make pickup easier and create a clear record of the vehicle's condition before transportation.
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Photograph The Vehicle
First, take clear photographs from several angles before the carrier arrives.
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Document Existing Condition
Note existing scratches, chips or other visible condition details.
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Share Clearance Information
Tell us if the vehicle is lowered or has an unusual front splitter, suspension or body configuration.
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Remove Loose Items
Secure or remove unnecessary accessories and personal items before transportation.
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Provide Working Keys
Finally, make sure the required keys are available for pickup and delivery.
Collector Vehicle Transport Questions
Classic Car Shipping FAQ.
Classic vehicles can travel by open or enclosed
transport. However, many owners choose enclosed
shipping because it provides a covered trailer
environment and reduces normal outside exposure.
Enclosed transportation is commonly selected for exotic
cars because it reduces normal roadway and weather
exposure. The best choice still depends on the
individual vehicle and owner preference.
Many low-clearance automobiles can be transported.
However, the clearance and vehicle modifications should
be disclosed before shipping is arranged so appropriate
equipment can be considered.
Pricing depends on distance, vehicle size, transport
method, route availability, timing and other shipment
details. Enclosed transportation generally costs more
than open carrier service.
Yes. Classic and collector vehicle transportation can
be coordinated between many locations throughout the
United States. Carrier availability depends on the
route and requested schedule.
Transportation can be coordinated for many exotic and
performance makes. Exact vehicle specifications,
condition, modifications and ground clearance should be
provided so suitable transport options can be reviewed.
Enclosed transportation can be considered for restored
Mustangs, Corvettes, Camaros, Challengers, classic
muscle cars and other collector automobiles when
appropriate carrier equipment is available.
Provide the year, make, model, condition, pickup
location, destination and requested timing. In
addition, include ground-clearance details and vehicle
modifications that could affect loading.
Classic & Exotic Vehicle Transport
Your Vehicle Is Special. Ship It That Way.
Tell us what you're shipping, where the vehicle is located and where it needs to go. American Auto Express can help coordinate transportation around the needs of your classic, exotic or collector automobile.