Quilbilly Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 Hello, I am new to this site and I am excited to get involved. I am considering making an offer on a Stanley Steamer that is on the East Coast and I need to get it shipped to the West Coast. I have spent a couple hours searching these forums and after reading the advice I am not looking to go the cheapest route. I agree with Click and Clack that it's the chintzy guy who pays the most. But I have no idea how to find a company that is well regarded. Are there particular one that are considered top notch and reputable. What ever the cost I can work that into my thinking on what I offer. As far as details it is late steamer that needs a restoration and it rolls. It is a sedan so I wouldn't have cloth tops to worry about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 (edited) This place did a great job moving two CarterCars for a friend....https://www.a1autotransport.com/regal-express-llc/ Edited May 26, 2021 by keiser31 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Harwood Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 Use one of the national big truck carriers. They're slow as hell and you'll pay a little extra but they don't make many mistakes. There are good individual carriers but few of them go cross-country and it's hard to connect with them, so you're never quite sure who you're going to get. Do not use a broker or just call a company that sounds good and give them a credit card. 80% of the "shippers" are just middle men scraping off a few bucks and then subbing it out to the cheapest possible hauler to maximize their profit. The big names will get it done without incident. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bloom Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 I recently used David Phelps to move my Packard 1,000 miles. It was a good experience. He took good care of it, kept in constant contact with me, and his fee was very fair. I wouldn’t hesitate to use him again and refer friends to him. David Phelps: 724-815-6266 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 I use Intercity. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrbartlett Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 Take out insurance on the car as soon as you buy it and before it's shipped. I just used Passport to ship a high-value car and there were no issues. See Matt Harwood's advice above. By the way, a Stanley sedan does have some sort of fabric on the roof -- full one-piece steel roofs did not come along until later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Harley Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 No matter who you choose. Ask them for an up-dated copy of their insurance. If they are a reputable company they will do it ASAP via e-mail or fax. Capt. Harley😉 Skirts are for women not car fenders! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCHansen1 Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 Intercity Lines has been my go to for a long time, stellar reputation, can't go wrong. Reliable is my backup. Do not skimp on this, you get what you pay for. Could write horror stories for an hour... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilbilly Posted May 26, 2021 Author Share Posted May 26, 2021 Thanks for the responses. I will check them out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stanley Mountain Wagon Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 Hi, Quilbilly - Is this Stanley sedan black? With odd headlights? If it is, it's already coming to the west coast - to California. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilbilly Posted May 26, 2021 Author Share Posted May 26, 2021 Yeah, I think that is the one. You snooze you lose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Love that car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura S Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 I have always used Intercity. NEVER a problem . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stanley Mountain Wagon Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 That's the one. When it gets here we'll see if it was a terrible mistake! I know the guy who was handling the sale and he's a good guy so it shouldn't turn into a nightmare. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 I like Jared too. I took a minor detour to see the car that went from being 2 hours to 7 because people in southern Penn don’t seem used to snow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericmac Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 I have used Bill's Auto Works and will again when I buy my next long distance car. He is exceptionally professional and was definitely a man of his word. 5 stars! 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilgrim65 Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Hi i have used west coast shipping a few times , very competitive pricing , excellent service run by chap called Alex , real gentleman . Also great service from American Freight services , used both for east and west coast service , cars , crates all arrived safely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trulyvintage Posted May 29, 2021 Share Posted May 29, 2021 I have personally transported four Stanley Mountain Steam Wagons 😎 1913 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon 1915 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon Winner Best Of Class 30HP Amelia Island 2018 1915 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon 1916 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon Check Out @ https://www.trulyvintagetrailers.citymax.com/early-brass-car-transport.html Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Romoser Posted June 3, 2021 Share Posted June 3, 2021 On 5/29/2021 at 4:13 PM, Trulyvintage said: I have personally transported four Stanley Mountain Steam Wagons 😎 1913 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon 1915 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon Winner Best Of Class 30HP Amelia Island 2018 1915 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon 1916 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon Check Out @ https://www.trulyvintagetrailers.citymax.com/early-brass-car-transport.html Jim Wow! She's a beauty! I've never seen a mountain wagon in person. They seem like fun considering all the seating. To the original poster, there are people on the forums that transport themselves if you don't trust a company to do it. If you scroll down the forums homepage you'll find some of what you are looking for. People are constantly moving their cars around and often have extra space to carry other's cars too. I'd head down there and see if anyone is moving something sometime soon and has some extra space. I've known guys that have done this and practically got their car across the country for free. Nonetheless, make sure you insurances are both up to date no matter what, these cars are priceless... especially Stanely Steamers 😎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stude Light Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 Reliable Carriers - very experienced and....well....reliable. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stanley Mountain Wagon Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 On 5/29/2021 at 4:13 PM, Trulyvintage said: I have personally transported four Stanley Mountain Steam Wagons 😎 1913 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon 1915 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon Winner Best Of Class 30HP Amelia Island 2018 1915 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon 1916 Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon Check Out @ https://www.trulyvintagetrailers.citymax.com/early-brass-car-transport.html Jim Wow, what a handsome car that 1913 is! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shipping reccomendations Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 I highly recommend Bills Auto Works. He moved some Cord parts for me door to door. Very reasonable and did what he said he would do. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
victorialynn2 Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 On 5/26/2021 at 1:06 PM, jrbartlett said: Take out insurance on the car as soon as you buy it and before it's shipped. I just used Passport to ship a high-value car and there were no issues. See Matt Harwood's advice above. By the way, a Stanley sedan does have some sort of fabric on the roof -- full one-piece steel roofs did not come along until later. Check with your insurer, but most don’t cover a car during shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hidden_hunter Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 I used curves ahead to transport my Cadillac domestically but it looks like they’ve stopped doing it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandy Dave Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 "Freighter Jim Travels" has good reviews and can be found on Face Book and is around this site sometimes. He move's a lot of nice stuff. Dandy Dave! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trulyvintage Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 Thanks Dave 👋 I just dropped off a John Deere 2305 in Port Hadlock yesterday on the Olympic Peninsula to Job. I am currently available for transport from Tacoma, Washington and the surrounding area. it is beautiful here - nice & cool 😎 Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trulyvintage Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 These small John Deere combo units are in high demand on the West Coast and are expensive and in short supply. I have transported several over the years. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brass is Best Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 Call Passport Transport 800-325-4267 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trulyvintage Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 18 hours ago, Stanley Mountain Wagon said: Wow, what a handsome car that 1913 is! That Stanley Steam Mountain Wagon was operated by my friend Grant on Orcas Island Washington as the only commercial tour operation in the world using a Stanley Mountain Wagon. That picture was taken on July 4th weekend when I delivered it to the new owner in California. I got to go for a ride in it which was great ! Grant replaced that one with the Stanley Mountain Wagon he bought from Pat Farrell. @ Pat & Grant are good friends. I have visited Pat’s collection and I have visited Grant twice now and stayed a few days on Orcas Island at his magnificent home overlooking the Pacific Ocean that he designed and built himself. I have the best job ! Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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