Car transport

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01/10/25, 12:14
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Scope of Works
• collect vehicle and paperwork from the agreed pickup point
• load vehicle onto a flatbed or enclosed transporter and secure with straps and wheel chocks
• carry out a condition check and photographic record at collection and delivery
• transport to destination and unload into agreed parking or handover area
• manage non-running vehicles, use drip trays for leaks and wear PPE where contamination risk exists
Typical Cost
Charge Type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Call-out / Minimum | £90 | £150 | First 30–60 min on site |
Labour per hour | £45 | £75 | driver and assistant rates where used |
Materials | £10 | £50 | straps, drip trays, minor consumables |
Disposal | £0 | £120 | scrapping or hazardous fluid disposal if required |
Extras | £50 | £600 | long-distance mileage, ferry, crane or specialist handling |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £180 | £650 | Most local and regional car transports; long-haul jobs cost more |
Time on Site
Typical collection and handover on site takes 1–3 hours including checks and securing; complex jobs (immobilised vehicles, crane lifts or multi-vehicle loads) can take 3–6 hours. travel time between sites is charged separately and adverse weather or restricted access can extend the on-site time
Questions to Ask Your Tradie
• what insurance do you carry and what does it cover for loss or damage?
• do you handle non-running cars and are there extra charges for recovery equipment?
• what is included in the price and which extras might I be charged for?
• how will you secure and protect the vehicle during transit?
• do you need keys, V5 or other documents at collection?
• can you provide a delivery ETA and tracking or proof of delivery?
How to Avoid Surprises
• confirm a clear pickup and delivery spot with suitable vehicle access
• check parking or loading bay permits and allow space for a transporter
• tell the tradie about immobility, low ride height, heavy modifications or fluid leaks before booking
• have keys and ownership documents ready and remove personal items from the car
• confirm insurance excesses and any requirements for protective covers or specialist equipment
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