Potential new job across country. Looking at shipping options - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

jonbonazza · 02-11-2014, 06:45 PM

First of all, I guarantee that this has been asked before, or at least something similar, so I apologize for that, but I have no idea what this is called to search for it (I searched "car shipping" but didn't get what I was looking for).

I live in WV and have a job interview for a position in CA on Thursday.

I am looking at my options on getting my car over there (safely, obviously), but have no idea where to start.

What do you guys suggest? Can you offer approx. pricing?

Thanks!

leicaboss · 02-11-2014, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonbonazza

First of all, I guarantee that this has been asked before, or at least something similar, so I apologize for that, but I have no idea what this is called to search for it (I searched "car shipping" but didn't get what I was looking for).

I live in WV and have a job interview for a position in CA on Thursday.

I am looking at my options on getting my car over there (safely, obviously), but have no idea where to start.

What do you guys suggest? Can you offer approx. pricing?

Thanks!

I'll need to double check my sources, but I've shipped my car(s) multiple times. I worked for a little while out in Cleveland, OH - if I'm not mistaken the one way trip (took about a week) was about $800 or so, one way, between Cleveland and Los Angeles.

Are you headed up to the Bay Area? I figure that the costs might be roughly the same. You'll be looking at sub-$1000 for uncovered delivery. Pricing really boils down to how much of a rush you're in, etc. I remember it was a bidding process among drivers who were going certain routes, carrying lots of cars, and I had to find one with a price and timing that matched my needs.

Good luck with your interview, and hope you come out to CA!

jonbonazza · 02-11-2014, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by leicaboss

I'll need to double check my sources, but I've shipped my car(s) multiple times. I worked for a little while out in Cleveland, OH - if I'm not mistaken the one way trip (took about a week) was about $800 or so, one way, between Cleveland and Los Angeles.

Are you headed up to the Bay Area? I figure that the costs might be roughly the same. You'll be looking at sub-$1000 for uncovered delivery. Pricing really boils down to how much of a rush you're in, etc. I remember it was a bidding process among drivers who were going certain routes, carrying lots of cars, and I had to find one with a price and timing that matched my needs.

Good luck with your interview, and hope you come out to CA!

Thanks! The position is actually in Aliso Viejo in Orange County. And yea, I hope so too. These WV winters are killing me!

N1rve · 02-11-2014, 07:02 PM

Why not just go on a long road trip?

Mulder · 02-11-2014, 07:14 PM

Yeah, I'd road trip it myself. If you've never driven across the country, it's a great experience! Just make sure to plan some neat stuff along the way. I've done 5 trips across the country, and Dad found great ways to make it interesting for us. One year we followed the Oregon Trail and saw the landmarks, another year we followed the Lewis and Clark trail. Stuff like that can make it quite a bit of fun.

993Fan · 02-11-2014, 07:19 PM

Ship your stuff and drive the car instead!

It's not often you get a chance to drive one-way from coast to coast and wind up at home.

Sitha@ft86club · 02-11-2014, 07:38 PM

Road trip. I've only done one mini road trip in ny Frs from Seattle to Portland. Its the finest I've ever had with my car. Cheers

mfbmike · 02-11-2014, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by 993Fan

Ship your stuff and drive the car instead!

It's not often you get a chance to drive one-way from coast to coast and wind up at home.

This.

2013GTRNate · 02-11-2014, 08:34 PM

Road trip!!! Once in a lifetime opportunity...

LadyFRZ · 02-11-2014, 08:41 PM

Definitely on the "Road trip" bandwagon.

There's some gorgeous places in CA to drive, such as Pacific Coast Highway. Could be really nice before you start your new job.

humfrz · 02-11-2014, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonbonazza

I live in WV and have a job interview for a position in CA on Thursday.

I am looking at my options on getting my car over there

What do you guys suggest?

Thanks!

Well, jonbonazza ...... congratulations on your up coming opportunity ....

Like many have said up above, this would be a great opportunity for a cross country road trip!

As far as shipping costs, the Internet is your friend.

WOW - I have lived in West Virginia and California ...... I don't blame you for wanting to get out of WV .... but be prepared transition shock.....

Good luck with your interview. Oh, don't forget, he who brings up salary first .... loses ....

humfrz

jonbonazza · 02-11-2014, 09:41 PM

Thanks for all the support guys.

i am definitely starting to lean towards the road trip thing. :p

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eddieEndo · 02-11-2014, 09:48 PM

I'm another vote for road tripping, my friend was in the business of transporting cars for people and I've seen a lot of shady and bad business practices used by these companies (driving your car instead of towing it, damage, etc), it opens up your baby to a higher probability of something bad happening :\

sastexan · 02-11-2014, 11:48 PM

If you have to ship your car, send me a PM. I shipped my old car three time (twice inoperational) and learned a lot about the process. The broker I used was great - I've recommended him a number of times and everyone has been happy with him.

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eddieEndo Smokin on Dat Endo Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S Whiteout Location: Fullerton, CA Posts: 911 Thanks: 722 Thanked 328 Times in 224 Posts Mentioned: 10 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	I'm another vote for road tripping, my friend was in the business of transporting cars for people and I've seen a lot of shady and bad business practices used by these companies (driving your car instead of towing it, damage, etc), it opens up your baby to a higher probability of something bad happening :\ __________________

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sastexan Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: '13 FR-S Ultramarine manual Location: DC area Posts: 110 Thanks: 33 Thanked 17 Times in 11 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	If you have to ship your car, send me a PM. I shipped my old car three time (twice inoperational) and learned a lot about the process. The broker I used was great - I've recommended him a number of times and everyone has been happy with him. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ '13 FR-S - Ultramarine manual (GONE) '98.5 Contour SVT - modded (and threw rod with buyer) '01 Camry 5S-FE (wife's old car) '11 Odyssey EX-L - familymobile and hauler - food-encrusted carpets and other appropriate features

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