Classic and vintage auto transport

Classic car shipping, enclosed and soft tied.

Pre war coachbuilt, muscle, hot rods, restomods, survivor cars. Enclosed trailers, soft straps, lift gate loading. We treat the car like the asset it is.

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Enclosed
Default
Soft tie
Never frame
Lift gate
Or low ramp
Insured
To appraised value

Classics are not used cars. Do not ship them like used cars.

A numbers matching 67 Camaro is an irreplaceable asset. So is a Pebble Beach restored Pierce Arrow, a survivor Cuda, a hot rod with a hand built chassis, or a restomod with a fresh paint job that took two years and $80,000. None of them belong on a 9 car open trailer with a brand new lease return blocking the wind.

We dispatch carriers who do classics every week. Soft tie straps over the tires, never around the frame or suspension. Wheel cradles for lowered cars. Lift gates for cars that cannot take a ramp angle. Climate control for fresh paint and original interiors that do not love the desert in July.

Whether the car is going to a show, a restoration shop, a new owner across the country, or your second home in Florida, we route enclosed by default and treat the car like the asset it is.

Why classic owners use Whipshipper

We have shipped enough classics to know what they need.

1

Soft tie down only

Straps go over the tires through axle straps or wheel nets. Never frame straps, never suspension straps, never tow hooks on a restored frame.

2

Lift gate or low angle ramp

Lowered hot rods and low slung classics need lift gates. We match the trailer to the car, not the other way around.

3

Enclosed by default

Hard side enclosed protects fresh paint, original interiors, and chrome that can never be replaced.

4

Climate control on request

Long hauls in summer or winter can stress fresh paint and original rubber. We offer climate controlled trailers when it matters.

5

Carriers who know cars

Drivers who can spot a real 396 from a clone, treat the car right, and document every panel before loading.

6

Insurance to appraised value

Standard policies cover up to $250,000. For agreed value cars, we line up high limit cargo coverage and put the certificate in your hands before pickup.

Before the carrier shows up

Quick prep that protects the car and saves time at the curb.

  • 1Quarter tank of fuel, less leak risk, lower weight
  • 2Battery charged, alarm disabled or fob removed
  • 3Photograph every panel including underside if the car has one of one trim
  • 4Note any pre existing scratches, dings, or paint imperfections
  • 5Set ride height to highest if the car has air or hydraulic suspension
  • 6Cover or remove any valuables, removable trim, or fragile glass tags
  • 7Have the title and a spare key ready for the driver
  • 8Confirm pickup and drop off contacts both have phones charged

Solo vs two car enclosed

Both work for classics. Pick the one that matches the asset.

Solo enclosed

  • One car per trailer, dedicated lane
  • Lift gate, climate control available
  • Direct route, fastest transit
  • Best for high value, recently restored, and show cars
  • Recommended for cars over $200,000
  • Premium pricing, books 1 to 2 weeks out

Two car enclosed

  • Two classics, same trailer, dedicated classic carrier
  • Lift gate or low angle ramp, soft tie down
  • Some lane sharing, still enclosed and protected
  • Best for daily driver classics and restomod cruisers
  • Recommended for cars $50,000 to $200,000
  • Mid premium pricing, books 3 to 7 days out

Classics by the numbers

We move pre war to muscle to restomods every week.

3,100+
Classics moved last year
100%
Enclosed by default
$0
Average damage claim
$1M
High limit policies available

What classic shippers look for

Six things that matter more than price.

Carrier specialty

Ask if the driver does classics every week or once a year. Specialty matters more than the cheapest quote.

Tie down method

Soft straps over tires, axle straps, wheel nets. If anyone says they will frame strap a restored car, walk.

Trailer condition

Clean trailer, no leaks, working lift gate, climate control if needed.

Insurance certificate

Ask for the COI before pickup. Confirm coverage matches your appraisal.

Communication

Driver should call at pickup, at the halfway point, and 2 hours before delivery.

Documentation

Photos at pickup and delivery. BOL signed both ends. Walk around with the driver.

Classic car shipping rates

Enclosed is the rate. Open is available but not recommended for classics.

DistanceOpen TransportEnclosed TransportTransit Days
0 to 500 miNot recommended$750 to $1,2002 to 4 days
500 to 1,000 miNot recommended$1,100 to $1,7003 to 5 days
1,000 to 2,000 miNot recommended$1,500 to $2,3005 to 7 days
2,000+ miNot recommended$2,100 to $3,0007 to 10 days

Estimates only, your exact rate comes from the live carrier load board. Get an instant quote at the top of the page for real numbers.

Frequently asked questions

Should I ship my classic enclosed or open?

Enclosed. Always. Classics deserve protection from weather, rocks, and the ramp angle stress of open haulers.

How are classics tied down?

Soft straps over the tires using axle straps or wheel nets. Never frame straps, never suspension straps.

What about a non running project car?

Yes, we ship non running classics. Tell us during quoting. The carrier brings a winch. Small inop fee applies.

How much insurance comes with shipping?

Standard carrier policies cover up to $250,000. For higher value classics, we line up high limit cargo coverage with the certificate to you before pickup.

Can I ship a fresh paint job?

Yes, but tell us. Climate control enclosed protects fresh paint from temperature swings on long hauls.

What about ride height on a lowered car?

Lift gate loading. Zero ramp angle. Tell us the lowest point of the car so we route the right trailer.

Do you ship to auctions and shows?

Yes. Pebble Beach, Amelia Island, Scottsdale auction week, Barrett Jackson, Mecum, all of them. Book early.

Can the car have personal items inside?

Small soft items in the trunk are usually fine. No valuables, no fluids, nothing loose. Ask before booking.

How far in advance should I book?

Solo enclosed runs 1 to 2 weeks out. Two car enclosed is 3 to 7 days. Show events book 30 plus days out.

Can you ship a partial restoration that does not run?

Yes. Tell us during quoting, the carrier brings a winch or a forklift attachment. There is a small handling fee.

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Every auto transport service we run

Auto transport is not one product. A dealer moving forty units off an auction lane, a collector shipping a numbers matching car across the country, and a family sending one sedan ahead of a move are three different jobs that happen to use the same highways. They need different trailers, different insurance limits, different loading equipment, and different scheduling. Quoting all three the same way is how customers end up with a truck that cannot legally carry their vehicle. Pick the line below that matches what you are actually moving, and the quote comes back against the right equipment the first time.

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Not sure which one fits? Call (888) 780-6207 and describe the vehicle and the route. A dispatcher will tell you which equipment it needs and what the lane is running, or start with an instant quote and adjust from there.

Auto transport coast to coast, state to state

We move vehicles in all fifty states, and the network is deepest where the freight already runs. Each state page below carries its own lane table, transit windows, and the local conditions that actually change a rate.

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Read before you book

Most complaints in this industry trace back to something the customer was never told: that the first quote was a placeholder, that the broker on the phone is not the company driving the truck, or that personal items in the trunk are not covered by cargo insurance. None of that is complicated once somebody explains it. These are the explainers we send customers before they book, written to be useful whether or not you ship with us.

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