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How To Transport a Car Bought Over the Internet

Although rumors of the death of the traditional car dealership may have been greatly exaggerated, there has been an upswing in cars purchased online in the past few years. These days, new car buyers do extensive research online before setting foot into a dealership. This is creating a dramatic shift in the way people buy new vehicles. This increase in online buying has created a corresponding uptick in the need for a professional auto transport company.

Since so much information can be found online, from the comfort of your home where you don’t have to deal with uncomfortable, high-pressure sales tactics, you can then enter the dealership well-armed with the information to make the best deal. Consequently, consumers make an average of 1.6 visits to a dealership when looking to buy a new car. Compare this to ten years ago, when the average amount of visits was five.

You Are at Point A, Your New Car Is at Point B

When buying online, quite often the car you desire isn’t located down the street at your neighborhood dealership. The quest for dependable auto shipping for a cross-state or cross-country purchase begins. If you are a new car buyer unfamiliar with the car transporter industry, you will be relieved to know that auto shipping had been a successful experience for millions of people for many years.

Always Check Auto Transport Reviews

However, when you are entrusting your new, or new-to-you, car to a moving service, you’ll want to be careful. Again, online research will give you the information you need. Check online reviews of the company you are considering for the job. How many reviews do they have? Do they handle any complaints or issues promptly and responsibly?

You can also check out the average going rate for car transportation. There are many options to choose from: open or enclosed transport, door-to-door or terminal-to-terminal. The cost will vary depending on the option you choose and the distance your car has to travel. It’s a good idea to check out several car transporters, but be wary of a price that seems too good to be true, because, you know how that generally goes. Make sure the quote includes all charges and that there won’t be extra charges tacked on at the end when it is too late for you to change your plans.

A minimum of 15 million cars will probably be sold online this year—maybe more. If you’re looking for a dependable car transporter to bring your new car to you, protect your shiny new investment by doing not only pre-purchase but post-purchase research.

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