Car Transport, Simplified
Get fast and easy car shipping services right from the PrivateAuto app.
Our RunBuggy partnership gives you fast and affordable car shipping options within the PrivateAuto ecosystem.
How Our Car Transport Service Works
Get an instant car shipping quote, right in your PrivateAuto app.
Place your car transport order; specify pickup and dropoff locations.
The vehicle is picked up. Stay up to date on its location in the PrivateAuto app.
Your car is delivered. <a style="color:#00b3de" href="https://insurify.com/start/auto/partner/privateauto/?utmsource=privateauto&utmmedium=auto&utm_campaign=landingpage">All transport is covered by insurance.
Why Ship With PrivateAuto?
Get blazing fast insurance quotes right in the PrivateAuto app
Compare quotes from hundreds of insurance providers
Work with a single agent (instead of an agent for each provider)
As the world’s only transactional automotive marketplace, we enable seamless private sales end to end. For those who need their car shipped, it just makes sense to wrap the shipping into the transaction process rather than force the buyer to negotiate transport with a separate company.
How Are Cars Shipped?
Cars can be shipped via open or closed transport systems.
Open Car Transport
Open car transport is the most common; cars are transported on an open trailer that carries multiple cars. It’s the most economical, but doesn’t provide the same level of care and protection that enclosed transport does.
Enclosed Car Transport
Enclosed auto transport is a more specialized service that provides greater protection for the vehicle. This involves the use of an enclosed trailer, which shields the vehicle from the elements and road debris. Enclosed transport is often used for shipping expensive, classic, or luxury cars.
How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Car?
Within the continental US, car shipping costs can range from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars. Here are the factors that affect transport costs:
– Distance from pickup to drop-off
– Type of transport (open or enclosed)
– Size of the vehicle
– Weight of the vehicle
– Condition of the vehicle (non-operational vehicles cost more to transport)
What is RunBuggy?
RunBuggy is a licensed and insured car shipping company that provides door-to-door auto transportation services. They offer a variety of shipping options, including open carrier car shipping, enclosed car shipping, and expedited car shipping. They also offer a variety of add-on services, such as insurance, tracking, and delivery confirmation.
By partnering with RunBuggy, PrivateAuto can bring end-to-end vehicle transaction services to our customers.
Car Shipping FAQ
Does PrivateAuto get paid if I use RunBuggy?
PrivateAuto does get compensated by RunBuggy if you purchase car transport services from them through our app or website.
What is the cheapest way to ship across the states?
The cheapest way to ship a car across the continental US would be open transport. On average, open transport costs about half as much as enclosed transport.
Do I need to pay sales tax after transporting a vehicle from another state?
If you’ve just bought a used vehicle from a private seller in another state and are planning to register and drive it in your state, you’ll pay sales tax to your state based on your state’s tax rate. If you live in a state that doesn’t levy a vehicle sales tax, consider yourself lucky.
Do you ship electric cars?
We ship electric cars. Since an electric car is often heavier than a gasoline or diesel car, the quote you get may need to be adjusted upward to account for the extra weight.
Can you ship my dually, lifted, or modified vehicle?
We can ship your dually, lifted, or modified vehicle. Because these vehicles are typically oversized and heavier than a standard car, the price you see in the free instant quote on our website may be different from the price you see when you place an order. The reason is because the quote assumes a standard car size and weight.
Can you ship a car that doesn't run?
We can ship a car that doesn’t run (no keys, dead battery, no engine, etc.). Please note that the price you see in the free instant quote on our website may be different than the price you see when you place an order, because the quote assumes a standard car that runs. Inoperable cars require special equipment and extra work to load and unload.
Can I put personal items in my car before it ships?
We advise against keeping personal belongings in your car during transport. Here’s why:
– Carrier’s insurance doesn’t usually cover personal items.
– Items may be stolen if transported in an open carrier.
– Personal items increase the vehicle’s weight, possibly beyond the carrier’s limit.
Should you need to pack items, ensure they’re under 100 lbs and out of sight in the trunk or back seats below the window line.