venom Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I have a long shot at possibly getting a leftover '07 GT-500 for MSRP. I'm still waiting for the dealership to call back but if it's a go, I was wondering how much it would cost to rent a flatbed to bring the car back? The distance from the dealer is about 350miles, but the snow and salt are all over the road. Definitely wouldn't want to drive the car back in that mess. Any suggestions? I'm guessing covered transport would really be expensive and like paying an ADM even if I did get MSRP? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrdci Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I have a long shot at possibly getting a leftover '07 GT-500 for MSRP. I'm still waiting for the dealership to call back but if it's a go, I was wondering how much it would cost to rent a flatbed to bring the car back? The distance from the dealer is about 350miles, but the snow and salt are all over the road. Definitely wouldn't want to drive the car back in that mess. Any suggestions? I'm guessing covered transport would really be expensive and like paying an ADM even if I did get MSRP? A friend of mine has a rollback and does stuff like this around Northern VA and give huge discounts on Mustangs. He runs his own resto shop and does concourse judging. ... Checked some of your old posts and looks like your in Chicago so he cant help you out there. I would only think between 500-1K its probably a flat fee then so much per mile. Call some of the local towing places and get quotes. But if all else fails I'll come out and drive it home for you. :hyper: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fordrules Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 If you are going MO to Chicago, we might be able to hook you up with a resonable flatbed trailer. We are in St. Charles, MO. If you are looking for a enclose hauler, you may have to shop around. Good Luck. If you get it for MSRP I would just rent a hauler. That's a pretty fair shake for the trailer costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of GT Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I just moved 10 cars from Central California to Southern California via car transport, and the company charged me $400.00 per vehicle. I can't tell you if that was a full load price (full loads vs. partials affect cost) or not, but that was what I was charged. Oh BTW, the distance between the pickup point and drop off point was about 350 miles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69b302 Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I had a car transported on a flatbed two year ago for around $600, for approx 250 miles. I think they gave me a slight break over their normal $/mile. Just call any towing company and tell what you want and see what they want for the job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Snake Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 will the dealer let you keep it in his showroom on display until the weather gets nice. MSRP is a good deal, you should be able to have it transported covered for under $1000 good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbyGT500 Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I owned a towing company in the past. Id say the going rate will be anywhere from 2.00-3.00 per mile one way.It should realistcally cost you $700-800 if you call around and ask for a flat price. Anything $2.00 per mile or less is a bargain with fuel the way it is these days. I would call around locally and ask for a flat price with both addresses in hand .You will get your best pice that way. There really are "deals" on towing anymore with the cost of fuel. I didnt know there were any left over shelbys. The production isnt even over yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbyGT500 Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I just moved 10 cars from Central California to Southern California via car transport, and the company charged me $400.00 per vehicle. I can't tell you if that was a full load price (full loads vs. partials affect cost) or not, but that was what I was charged. Oh BTW, the distance between the pickup point and drop off point was about 350 miles. Theres a big diffference between moving 10 cars and one........... NOBODY is going to transport this car for anything close to $400................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdwaterHotrod Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I have a long shot at possibly getting a leftover '07 GT-500 for MSRP. I'm still waiting for the dealership to call back but if it's a go, I was wondering how much it would cost to rent a flatbed to bring the car back? The distance from the dealer is about 350miles, but the snow and salt are all over the road. Definitely wouldn't want to drive the car back in that mess. Any suggestions? I'm guessing covered transport would really be expensive and like paying an ADM even if I did get MSRP? what do you mean by ...."I have a long shot at possibly getting a leftover '07 GT-500 for MSRP"? It's still 2007 & they are still making the 2007 car. The 2008's will not be out until the 1st week of June 2007 Please explain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69deluxe Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 When I had mine shipped from NY, I used Elite Auto Transport. At the time they were booked with Barrett-Jackson cars so they called one of their contractors-- J & R Trucking. I thought they did an excellent job. Fully enclosed trailer going 700miles cost me $725 door to door. If you can drive it back, do it. It is intoxicating!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pointcover Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 http://www.intercitylines.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckstang Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Hey guys, I dont mean to hijack, but if you find a car say 1000 miles from home and need it shipped back, would you say it is necessary (I obviously feel it is) to fly out there to inspect the car/sign the paperwork before letting the transporter take your car? thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAD SNAKE Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I drove from Tacoma to Houston in my F250 to get my Shelby. I rented a U haul car hauler in Houston for $300, gas and motel added another $1500. It was a very neet trip. Got snowed in in Demming NM, how cool is that? My trip was 5700 miles. Go get it yourself. It makes the car even better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
venom Posted March 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Thanks for all the suggestions guys. To answer Coldwater's post: I shouldn't have referred to it as a leftover. You're right. They're still builiding them. What I meant is this one is unsold and sitting in a dealer showroom. I would just drive it back if the roads weren't so messy in the MIDWEST: Snow, Salt and water do not go well with vehicles undercarriages! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
venom Posted March 12, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2007 Intercity came back with a quote of 856.00 for the trip (with fuel surcharge). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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