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I'm planning to ship my car from California to Florida and looking for a reliable auto transport company. I've seen mixed reviews for Montway, AmeriFreight, and Ship a Car Direct. Has anyone had a good or bad experience with these companies? Any recommendations for a hassle-free shipping process?      

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If you're looking for a hassle-free shipping process, I would recommend doing some thorough research and reading through customer reviews.      

I've shipped my car across states before, and when it comes to interstate car transport, the key to a smooth experience is reading reviews carefully and confirming all details before booking. Always ask about insurance coverage and any hidden fees to avoid surprises. If you have a high value car, enclosed transport is the safer option.      

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I’ve shipped CA to FL twice. Montway was fine but pickup slipped two days. AmeriFreight got a decent rate, but I had to chase updates and there was no tracking. Biggest tips: confirm the pickup window, get the driver’s cell, take photos, leave 1/4 tank, remove toll tag, and go enclosed if the car’s low.

Last fall I moved a Tacoma from San Jose to Tampa with A1 Auto Transport, paid after dispatch, had GPS tracking, and it arrived in 7 days without drama. Grab a quick quote to compare timing and open vs enclosed.