car shipper Passport

[302moz]

Has anyone ever used PASSPORT shippers? They have to be good if Barris Custom ships his cars with them. Good?bad?ok? thanks John

[Edgemontvillage]

Have used Passport on 2 occasions during the past 5 years, once Dallas to Seattle and Sacramento to Seattle. Good, professional service, definitely the higher priced alternative. Have also used Reliable and had a good experience.

[olredalert]

----Just had a 442 shipped up from Alabama for a friend with Passport Transport. Since one of Reliables centers is here in Metro Detroit, and they are a sponser, we tried to use them but they told us there would be a month long wait. Passport was there within the week and had the car here 3 days later. A couple of Ferraris on board as well and all seemed to be taken very good care of. That said try Reliable as they did quote a bit lower than Passport and if they are timely their service is great......Bill S

[302moz]

Good reviews for passport. They said 1900.00 from LA to Wisconsin enclosed. Any other companys to call for a price?thanks John

[Charley Lillard]

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[Verne_Frantz]

I'm not trying to throw poop in the propeller here but I work for a company involved in the trucking industry. Every trucking outfit has to have a DOT number and a Motor Carrier number. Each outfit is graded by the FMCSA on CSA scores based on roadside stops and DOT checks in several BASIC catagories, all designed to rate the safety of the carrier.
For some real data, I'd suggest logging onto this site: http://ai.fmcsa.dot.gov/SMS/Default.aspx

On the right you can type in their DOT# 242599 or their MC# 172994 and see how they stand after numerous roadside stops and/or checks. You can click on each of the catatories that are shown for a detailed list of offenses.
If our company tried to haul freight with those scores, we'd never get a load.

Sorry, but sometimes the truth hurts.

Verne <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

For comparison, plug in Passport Transport's MC # 716593

[Stefano]

With all due respect, hauling Bananas vs Banana Yellow Hemi's cross country is like comparing Apples to Oranges.

Reliable is the way to go.

[enio45]

Reliable as well - they have turned the corner from several yrs ago when bob sellers got them with the program for hauling speciality car like our muscle cars. They expaned significantly and have gone thru the pain of educating the drivers on the proper handling of these cars. Im sure there is an issue or two, but i have stuck with them for the past 4 yrs and i have seen the difference.

As an FYI - they have 420 - 450 trucks with 30 some new ones added this yr.

[Verne_Frantz]

As far as pricing is concerned, I've learned a few things as well while arranging for the freight my company hauls. In order to cover fuel, driver pay and perdiem, vehicle maintenance, depreciation, tolls and taxes, a truck with a 53ft trailer needs to make about $1.80 per mile.
So for instance, if I wanted to have my '62 shipped from Hightstown, NJ to Milan MI for the Pure Stock drags (615mi), I'd expect to pay about $1100. But add to that the &quot;extra&quot; care the car receives, maybe add another $500. One car at $1600. would cover all the transporter's costs. The profit is in hauling 6 cars for the same rate in the same run.
Now with that kind of profit built in, a company could have mechanics who would keep the tractor and trailer in safe compliance at all times, and it would make certain it's drivers didn't violate the HOS (hours of service) rules and keep their log books up to snuff. People need to understand that this is not about Johnny who buys a truck and trailer and just starts to drive until he's tired. There are federal rules involved and there are DOT inspectors and state troopers on the watch to ensure these trucks on the road are safe and not about to cause harm to anyone. A driver can only be on duty for 11hrs a day, and then he must have a 10hr off duty rest. He can not exceed 70hrs within 8 consecutive days without a 34hr break. If a truck is pulled over and a brake line is chaffed or the slack adjusters are out of spec, that truck will be placed OOS (out of service). It will have to be towed to a place that can repair the problem. If a driver has violated his HOS time, the truck will also be placed OOS until he gets his 10hrs rest. It's a lot more complicated than that, but those are just some of the points to consider.

Verne <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif

[Verne_Frantz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Stefano</div><div class="ubbcode-body">With all due respect, hauling Bananas vs Banana Yellow Hemi's cross country is like comparing Apples to Oranges.

Reliable is the way to go. </div></div>

With all due respect in return, I'm amazed at the blinders you can put on in the face of the truth. I presented FACTS about the company. It's not about fruit or cars; it's about how safely the company operates. The stats speak for themselves; I didn't make this stuff up.

Verne <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

[Stefano]

The fact is that Reliable has hauled several hundred special cars for Nickey and Nickey customers over the years, with an excellent overall track record. My eyes are wide open.

[resto4u]

Their federal safety record doesnt reflect on the safety and quality of service they provide. these drivers are always turning and burning, no grass under their feet. I have been in the transportation business also, as a driver and in the office. They are held up to professional standards and are under paid in my opinion.