Classic Car Shipping and Exotic Auto Transport

Classic car shipping is not a normal load. Vintage chrome, period-correct paint, low-clearance exotics, and freshly restored show cars need soft tie-downs, lift-gate loading, and a driver who understands what a numbers-matching engine is. ABC Auto Shipping is a trusted, licensed, and bonded auto transport broker coordinating white-glove enclosed transport for classics and exotics nationwide.

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What Is Classic and Exotic Car Shipping?

Classic and exotic car shipping is enclosed auto transport built around high-value, irreplaceable, or low-clearance vehicles. It uses fully covered trailers, soft tie-downs that loop around the wheels (instead of metal hooks on the chassis), lift-gate loading for cars that cannot clear ramps, and where requested, climate control to protect aged interiors. Classics, exotics, antiques, hot rods, restorations, and supercars all qualify.

At ABC Auto Shipping, we match your collector vehicle to a vetted enclosed carrier with the right equipment and the right driver. You can request single-car enclosed for the lowest possible risk, or multi-car enclosed for a more affordable rate. Either way, you get cargo and liability insurance scaled to your vehicle’s value, transparent pricing, and a coordinator who treats your car like it is theirs.

Our Classic Car Shipping Options

Every shipment is different. That’s why we offer a full range of classic car shipping options to fit your vehicle, budget, and timeline.

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Enclosed Classic Car Shipping

Hard-side or soft-side enclosed trailers protect classic paint, chrome, and interiors from weather, debris, and prying eyes. The standard for show cars, concours entries, museum-quality vehicles, and freshly restored classics nationwide.

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Exotic Supercar Transport

Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Porsche GT, Bugatti, and other exotics. Lift-gate loading is standard for low-clearance front splitters, and single-car enclosed is available for owners who want the lowest possible contact risk.

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Lift-Gate Loading for Low Clearance

Hydraulic lift-gates raise your vehicle from ground level into the trailer with zero ramp angle. Critical for lowered classics, race-prepped builds, and exotics with aggressive front splitters where standard ramp loading would scrape.

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Soft Tie-Down White-Glove Handling

Soft straps loop around the tires instead of hooking onto the frame, eliminating any risk of suspension or chassis damage. Standard practice on every collector car load we coordinate, regardless of trailer or carrier type chosen.

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Climate-Controlled Classic Transport

Temperature- and humidity-managed enclosed trailers protect leather, wood veneer, and original interiors on long routes. Recommended for concours-level classics in summer or winter conditions, especially for cross-country moves through extreme weather.

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Single-Car Enclosed Transport

Your vehicle is the only car in the trailer, with priority scheduling and zero contact risk from other cargo. The preferred option for one-of-one builds, high-value auction wins, and freshly restored show cars heading to events.

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Multi-Car Enclosed for Collectors

Two to six high-value vehicles share an enclosed trailer with soft partitions and individual tie-down points. A more affordable option for collectors moving multiple cars on the same route or to a shared event destination.

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Auction Pickup and Delivery

Won a lot at Mecum, Barrett-Jackson, RM Sotheby’s, Bonhams, or Bring a Trailer? We coordinate enclosed pickup directly from the auction venue, document the vehicle’s condition before loading, and deliver door to door with insurance.

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Restoration and Show Car Transport

Pickup from restoration shops, paint booths, and storage facilities. Padded straps, soft tie-downs, and lift-gate loading protect freshly finished work from any travel wear, with photo documentation at every step of the load.

Why Choose ABC Auto Shipping?

Choosing the right auto transport company protects your vehicle, your wallet, and your peace of mind. Here’s what sets ABC Auto Shipping apart from other car shipping companies.

The Easiest Way To Ship Your Car

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Step 01

Get Your Free Classic Car Shipping Quote

Tell us your zip codes, vehicle make, model, year, ground clearance, and any modifications (lowered, custom bodywork, race prep). You will receive a detailed enclosed transport quote with all options priced clearly.

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Step 02

Book Your Collector Shipment

Secure your booking with a $100 refundable deposit per vehicle. Your dedicated coordinator begins matching your car to a vetted enclosed specialty carrier the very next business day.

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Step 03

Pickup and Photo Inspection

We require a 4 to 5 day pickup window (minimum 3 to 4 days), narrowed to 1 to 2 days. The driver completes a detailed Bill of Lading with photos, then loads the vehicle with soft tie-downs and lift-gate when needed.

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Step 04

Door to Door Collector Delivery

Your driver calls with a 4-hour delivery window. The vehicle is unloaded carefully, re-inspected against the Bill of Lading and photos, and signed off. Discreet, stress-free collector delivery.

Who We Serve

Popular Auto Transport Routes

We move vehicles on every major U.S. corridor. Some of our most popular routes for this service include:

California

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Florida (Pebble Beach to Amelia Island)

Monterey

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Scottsdale (auction season)

New York to Los Angeles

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Los Angeles to New York

Detroit

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Florida (snowbird show season)

Atlanta

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Los Angeles

Connecticut

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Miami

Texas

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California

Chicago

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Phoenix

+ all 50-state combinations

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FAQs

Enclosed, almost always. Classic cars have older paint, chrome, and seals that do not handle modern highway debris and weather as well as a new car would. Open transport is acceptable only for hardy, lower-value classics being moved short distances. Anything you would not drive in heavy rain belongs in an enclosed trailer.
Lift-gates raise your vehicle from the ground straight into the trailer at zero ramp angle, preventing front splitter, exhaust, and undercarriage scrapes. Essential for lowered classics, race-prepped builds, and exotics with aggressive aero. Always tell your coordinator your ground clearance so we dispatch the right trailer.
Every enclosed carrier in our network carries cargo and liability insurance, with limits scaled to high-value vehicles. For very high-value or rare classics, you can declare an agreed value and we will match you to a carrier whose policy covers your declared figure. Insurance documentation is provided on request.
Soft tie-downs are padded fabric straps that loop around the tires, anchoring the wheel rather than hooking onto the frame or suspension. They eliminate the risk of scratching painted chassis components or stressing aging suspension. Soft tie-downs are standard practice on every classic and exotic load we coordinate.
No. Leave normal fluid levels and roughly a quarter tank of fuel. Modern enclosed transport does not require fluid draining, even on long routes. Disable alarms and toll tags, remove loose items, and document the vehicle’s condition with photos. Your coordinator will send a complete prep checklist.
Yes, for any classic worth more than the carrier’s standard cargo limit. Declaring agreed value lets us match you to a carrier with sufficient coverage and lets you claim your declared figure (not depreciated value) in the unlikely event of a claim. Talk to your coordinator and your personal collector insurance carrier before booking.
We recommend waiting at least 30 to 60 days after final paint or wet sanding before any kind of transport, to let the finish fully cure [VERIFY: standard cure time recommendation]. Soft tie-downs, padded covers, and enclosed trailers help, but new paint is fragile. Your coordinator can advise on the best timing for your specific finish.
Cross-country enclosed shipments typically take 7 to 10 days from pickup. Regional enclosed routes can be completed in 1 to 4 days. Pickup occurs within 1 to 5 days of booking. Single-car enclosed and expedited service shorten the window further at a premium.
You or an authorized adult (18+) must be present at both pickup and delivery to sign the Bill of Lading and inspect the vehicle. For high-value classics, we recommend the owner be present whenever possible to verify the photo inspection and confirm condition before and after transit.
We coordinate vetted enclosed carriers with lift-gate loading, soft tie-downs, and white-glove handling. With a 4.9-star rating, more than 50,000 vehicles shipped including thousands of classics and exotics, and transparent flat-rate pricing, we are a trusted choice for collectors. Call 877-686-5611 today.

Ready to ship your car the easy way?

Get your free, no-obligation classic and exotic car shipping quote today, or speak with a shipping advisor at 877-686-5611 right now. Enclosed transport, lift-gate loading, soft tie-downs, and white-glove handling in all 50 states, with full insurance from pickup to delivery.

Phone: 877-686-5611 | Email: info@abcautoshipping.com | Address: 102 Turnstone, Irvine, CA 92618

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