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How to Ship a Car You Bought Online — A Step-by-Step Guide

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Buying a car online has become completely normal — but figuring out how to get it shipped to your door still trips a lot of people up. This guide breaks down everything you need to know: how auto transport works, what it costs, how to pick the right carrier, and what to do when your car arrives. Shipping a car you bought online comes down to five key steps: gathering your vehicle details, getting transport quotes, booking a licensed carrier, prepping your car for pickup, and confirming delivery. Door-to-door transport means the driver comes to you at both ends — no need to drop off at a terminal. Costs typically run $500–$1,500 for open transport depending on distance. Enclosed transport costs more but offers better protection for high-value vehicles. US Car-Go Freight handles door-to-door auto transport across all 48 contiguous states. Read the full step-by-step guide here: https://uscargofreight.com/blog/how-to-ship-a-car-you-bought-online/ Or call (888) 249-8840 for a free quote.

Military PCS Car Shipping: A Practical Guide for Service Members

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Getting PCS orders is both exciting and overwhelming. This guide walks through how military PCS car shipping works for stateside moves, what costs to expect, and how to avoid the most common mistakes. DOES THE MILITARY PAY FOR CAR SHIPPING ON A PCS? For overseas (OCONUS) moves, yes — the government covers one POV shipment through the Defense Personal Property Program. For stateside (CONUS) moves, there's no direct coverage. Your Dislocation Allowance (DLA) is a lump-sum benefit that can help offset private shipping costs, but you arrange the transport yourself. 5 STEPS TO SHIP YOUR CAR ON A CONUS PCS Confirm your orders — you need a report date and destination before getting quotes. Get quotes from a licensed broker . US Car-Go Freight requires no upfront deposit. Prep your vehicle — remove items over 100 lbs, photograph every panel, note existing damage. Door-to-door pickup — the carrier comes to your address, no terminal drops. Inspect at delivery — check the car against the ...