When you are looking to move your car, it is important to understand what goes into determining the cost. Truckit.net receives thousands of enquiries a month for car transport quotes so we have developed a handy guide on things you should consider.

Difference between Depot to Depot and Door to Door transport

A Depot to Depot service requires you to drop off and pick up your car from the transporters depot. Transporters usually have depots in major cities and towns. Depot to Depot is often the cheapest option but requires a little bit of work on your behalf.

A Door to Door service is where the transporter will pickup your car from your house or business and deliver directly to another house or business. This can sometimes be more expensive then Depot to Depot and take a little bit longer.

Do you need open or enclosed transport?

There are different vehicle and trailer types that transporters use to move your car. Enclosed transport will keep your car safe and clean from road grime but tends to cost a bit more. Open transport varies from small car trailers to large car carriers and is often cheaper than enclosed.

Is your car drivable or a non-runner?

If your car is a non-runner or does not drive it will usually require a special truck or trailer. This can sometimes cost more than a standard car carrier. Luckily Truckit.net has a network of transporters who can provide services for runners and non-runners.

Would you consider a driven service?

A driven service is where a driver will turn up and drive your car from point A to B. A driven service can often be quicker than a trucked service but you should consider things like the cost and maintenance requirements of your car.

How to save money on your car transport

Book in advance. Being flexible and giving yourself plenty of time will allow you to get the best quotes from transporters.

Use Truckit.net to compare a number of quotes. Truckit.net provides instant quotes for eligible cars on most major routes, as well as giving you access to our network of 5,000+ transport companies who can help move your car.

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Getting an interstate car transport quote to move your car anywhere in Australia is now easier than ever with Australia’s number one freight marketplace – TruckIt.net.

TruckIt.net is Australia’s top freight marketplace and provides interstate car transport quotes from hundreds of car transport operators and can save you hundreds of dollars when you want to move your car interstate.

Regardless of when and where you want to move your car, you can create a free, no obligation listing which is sent to our database of operators. Many of these operators have specialist car transport equipment that protects your vehicle and vastly reduces the risk of damage.

Once the car transport listing has been posted on TruckIt.net, the user simply waits for interstate car transport quotes to begin to arrive. Quotes can differ vastly because of the availability of space on trucks and the availability of existing routes. If you’re more flexible with timing you may be able to get a cheaper freight quote.

If your job is urgent, and the operator needs to make a specific journey, your quote may be more expensive.  You may be lucky and be able to secure an operator that is returning home from an existing trip. This is called a backload.

Selecting the right freight operator to move your car interstate is simple with up-to-date profiles on each operator including reviews by previous customers. This gives you the confidence that your operator is experienced and trustworthy.

Once you have selected your preferred interstate car transport quote you simply pay a small deposit fee online and your details are emailed to the operator. Liaising directly with your successful operator you can finalise pick up and drop off times. Users can keep in touch with their provider through the booking and delivery process using the different status changes and private messaging.

TruckIt.net’s simple and easy to use car transport quoting system is just one of the reasons to use TruckIt.net to get your quote. Here are some more.

You can move anything, anywhere with a freight quote from TruckIt.net. To complete your quote today visit here.

One of the most common answers Truckit gets asked by customers is "How much does it cost to transport a car?" The simple answer is, it depends... But thanks to our handy guide below you will be able to take a lot of the guess work out of comparing quotes and make an informed decision on which transport option is best for you.

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What kind of vehicle are you moving?

Smaller cars like sedans or hatchbacks will obviously be less expensive to transport than larger vehicles like 4WDs or SUVs. This is important to consider when comparing quotes from different car transport companies.

Do you want a Depot to Depot or Door to Door service?

Choosing a 'Depot to Depot service, where you must drop off and collect your car from the transport company's depot facilities can save you money, however it may not be available in every location or with every transport provider. Some providers may offer a Door to Door car transport service for a cost that is similar or better than Depot to Depot.

Is your car empty or are there personal belongings inside?

Major car carrying companies will often not accept cars that have any personal belongings inside. Smaller car carriers may provide quotes for cars with goods inside, however most of the time the goods are transported at your own risk and not covered by insurance*.

Is your car drivable?

Drivable cars are much simpler for car carriers to transport as they can be driven onto the truck. However this does not mean non-drivable cars will not receive any quotes as Truckit.net has an extensive network of transport providers who can cater to almost all car transport needs.

Will my car be covered by insurance?

99% of car transport movements will go off without a hitch, but as with anything in life, it is good to know if you will be covered in the rare case that something goes wrong.

*This is general advice only, please check with your Transport Provider prior to accepting a quote to find out their policy around transporting goods in car.

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