Vehicle Transport

MistaVauros · 08-20-2014, 08:03 PM

Hello -

I'm considering picking up a used 2013 BMW X5M and I need a good vehicle transport company that does enclosed transport.

Can anyone recommend a good company? It would ship from CA to MD.

SchaumerMol · 08-21-2014, 05:02 AM

This sounds like a fun road trip for me

Especially with an X5M

hd2000fxdl · 08-21-2014, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by TinyRK

This sounds like a fun road trip for me

Especially with an X5M

Me to, while in a car/truck is nice it's even better on a bike..

Harry

blaferty · 08-21-2014, 07:24 AM

Intercity Lines & Reliable Carriers are at the top of most lists for high end transport.

Draper · 08-21-2014, 10:00 AM

Are you buying from a dealer?

If so, you may be stuck using the dealers preferred transporter.

I bought my X5 in Orange County, CA and had I arranged my own transport or opted to drive the car back I would have had to pay CA sales tax which was substantially higher than CO. The difference in saved sales tax ended up being about equal to the cost of the enclosed transport, so I was happy.

Good luck!

Omar@VelosDesignwerks · 08-21-2014, 10:44 AM

www.premiumtransportgroup.com

premiumtransport on IG

MistaVauros · 08-21-2014, 11:55 AM

Thanks for the replies.

I want to ask some general questions about the X5M. As you can see in my sig, I've owned some nice sports cars, but the idea of a super SUV/SAV is something I haven't fully wrapped my head around. Aside from poor gas mileage, what can I expect from the X5M? How does it drive, handle, sound, etc...

PAX5 · 08-21-2014, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by VAUROS

Thanks for the replies.

I want to ask some general questions about the X5M. As you can see in my sig, I've owned some nice sports cars, but the idea of a super SUV/SAV is something I haven't fully wrapped my head around. Aside from poor gas mileage, what can I expect from the X5M? How does it drive, handle, sound, etc...

First, is it an "M" or and "M-sport" ... big difference.

Do yourself a favor and drive either/or locally.

Expect (ordinary wear and tear) "M" expenses to be 50% to 100% more than "M-sport" and non M-sport models once out of warranty ...

The thrill of driving the M will be continuously off-set by the outrageous expenses.

ncraig · 08-22-2014, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by jzbm3

Are you buying from a dealer?

If so, you may be stuck using the dealers preferred transporter.

I bought my X5 in Orange County, CA and had I arranged my own transport or opted to drive the car back I would have had to pay CA sales tax which was substantially higher than CO. The difference in saved sales tax ended up being about equal to the cost of the enclosed transport, so I was happy.

Good luck!

Your wheels are from OC too!

Draper · 08-22-2014, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by ncraig

Your wheels are from OC too!

SteveMD · 08-22-2014, 09:27 AM

CA to MD in an enclosed transporter is going to be spendy.

I would think at least $2500 and if you are off the beaten path, even more.

I had my X5 shipped from GA to MD and the dealer didn't push any preferred carrier on me. I went online and had about 20 outfits bid it down. I picked the one with the best reviews. It was not enclosed but it was $650.

MistaVauros · 08-22-2014, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteveMD

CA to MD in an enclosed transporter is going to be spendy.

I would think at least $2500 and if you are off the beaten path, even more.

I had my X5 shipped from GA to MD and the dealer didn't push any preferred carrier on me. I went online and had about 20 outfits bid it down. I picked the one with the best reviews. It was not enclosed but it was $650.

I got a quote from a referral on here for $1540 enclosed transport.

Thanks

upstate650 · 08-22-2014, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by VAUROS

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteveMD

CA to MD in an enclosed transporter is going to be spendy.

I would think at least $2500 and if you are off the beaten path, even more.

I had my X5 shipped from GA to MD and the dealer didn't push any preferred carrier on me. I went online and had about 20 outfits bid it down. I picked the one with the best reviews. It was not enclosed but it was $650.

I got a quote from a referral on here for $1540 enclosed transport.

Thanks

Try Uship. I have had great luck with them. 1540 is ridiculous! How far is it going?

MistaVauros · 08-22-2014, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by upstateX5M

Try Uship. I have had great luck with them. 1540 is ridiculous! How far is it going?

It's not, actually. Most companies are charging $2,xxx for a shipment from CA to MD fully enclosed.

upstate650 · 08-22-2014, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VAUROS

Quote:

Originally Posted by upstateX5M

Try Uship. I have had great luck with them. 1540 is ridiculous! How far is it going?

It's not, actually. Most companies are charging $2,xxx for a shipment from CA to MD fully enclosed.

CA to MD? I guess it's not that crazy.

CFM3 · 08-22-2014, 02:27 PM

http://www.intercitylines.com/ is hands down the best I have used.

I've shipped multiple cars cross country (NY to CA, FL to CA, CA to PA, etc.) using several carriers before Intercity. One open carrier (seriously) lost the entire truck for several days (no cell or GPS signal). Neither the carrier nor I could contact him and they had no clue and were of little help as they contract it out. The driver eventually came back in touch with the world and was apparently "sick" in a motel somewhere. Right.

The Intercity drivers own their trucks and are supremely professional and polite. It was worth every penny for the driver calling me (not the other way around) each day and he even arrived early. They have a ton of experience with high end cars (much above my cars). They are a sponsor over on 6speedonline and are quick to respond with quotes there if it's easier for you.

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MistaVauros ///M... Nuff Said. 215 Rep 585 Posts Drives: 2020 M5 Competition Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0) Garage List 2020 BMW M5C [0.00]	Thanks for the replies. I want to ask some general questions about the X5M. As you can see in my sig, I've owned some nice sports cars, but the idea of a super SUV/SAV is something I haven't fully wrapped my head around. Aside from poor gas mileage, what can I expect from the X5M? How does it drive, handle, sound, etc... __________________ Present: 2020 M5 Competition (I'm back!) Past: '17 Audi R8 V10 Plus, '13 M5 Comp, '13 X5M, '13 GT-R, '12 GT-R Black Edition '11 E92 M3 ZCP, '05 E46 M3 ZCP, '03 E46 M3 "Dream as if you'll live forever, Live as if you'll die today" - J. Dean
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SteveMD Colonel 193 Rep 2,485 Posts Drives: 2016 F10 535i MSport Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Raventown! iTrader: (3)	CA to MD in an enclosed transporter is going to be spendy. I would think at least $2500 and if you are off the beaten path, even more. I had my X5 shipped from GA to MD and the dealer didn't push any preferred carrier on me. I went online and had about 20 outfits bid it down. I picked the one with the best reviews. It was not enclosed but it was $650. __________________ 2006 E90 330i (retired) 2009 E90 335i (retired) 2012 E70 X5 50i M Sport (retired) 2016 F10 535i M Sport
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CFM3 Second Lieutenant 57 Rep 291 Posts Drives: M6 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: ATL iTrader: (3)	http://www.intercitylines.com/ is hands down the best I have used. I've shipped multiple cars cross country (NY to CA, FL to CA, CA to PA, etc.) using several carriers before Intercity. One open carrier (seriously) lost the entire truck for several days (no cell or GPS signal). Neither the carrier nor I could contact him and they had no clue and were of little help as they contract it out. The driver eventually came back in touch with the world and was apparently "sick" in a motel somewhere. Right. The Intercity drivers own their trucks and are supremely professional and polite. It was worth every penny for the driver calling me (not the other way around) each day and he even arrived early. They have a ton of experience with high end cars (much above my cars). They are a sponsor over on 6speedonline and are quick to respond with quotes there if it's easier for you. __________________ 2020 X3M Competition 991 911 Carrera GTS Previous BMW: 2016 X5 M-sport 50, 2013 M6 AW/Black, 2012 X5M AW/Black, 2011 M3, 2008 335i, 2006 M3, 2008 335i, 2002 M3, 2002 330ci, 1997 M3
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