Effortlessly shipping cars, motorcycles, trucks or any vehicle to/from any location in Maine
Maine Vehicle Shipping & Heavy Haul Transport Experts
Ship a Car, Inc. offers all freight transportation and shipping services in and out of the state of Maine. For large and small businesses, we provide transport services such as vehicle relocation, transportation of heavy equipment and machinery, and general freight shipping. Additionally, SAC is capable of handling all volume relocation services for dealers and corporations. For the individual shipper, we provide customized shipping options for all sizes and types of vehicles that will fit every budget and schedule.
SAC is an experienced transport broker with over a decade of knowledge and a proven record of accomplishment of successful moves and happy customers. One call to us is all it takes. When you choose Ship A Car, we deliver your boat, car, motorcycle, truck, etc. and/or other cargo and freight plus your peace of mind.
We pride ourselves in providing our customers with guaranteed mobility, benefits to consumers, and a high standard of service. Contact a Ship A Car transport coordinator now at (866) 821-4555 for customized vehicle shipping to or from any residential or business location in Maine.
We provide direct service to and from any location in Maine -
above is a list of the most popular car shipping locations that we service.
Everything You Need to Know About the State of Maine (ME)
Maine, the largest of the six New England states, lies at the northeastern corner of the U.S. It started functioning as the 23rd state on March 15, 1820, as part of the Missouri Compromise, which allowed Missouri to enter the union as a slave state and Maine as a free state. Maine is bounded by the Canadian provinces of Quebec and New Brunswick, and by New Hampshire. Maine is famous for its rocky coastline, and is the leading U.S. producer of lobsters and blueberries.
The state capital city is Augusta. With the abundance of natural beauty, Maine takes a nickname of Vacationland. Dirigo (“I lead”)- is the state motto.
English colonists led by George Popham established Fort St. George in Maine in 1607, the same year Jamestown, Virginia, was founded. Overwhelmed by the harsh climate and left without a leader after Popham’s death, the colonists returned to England a year later - resulting in Jamestown being regarded as the first permanent colony in North America.
Maine, the largest of the six New England states, lies in the North-Eastern corner of the United States. It started functioning as the 23rd state on March 15, 1820, as part of the Missouri Compromise. This compromise allowed Missouri to enter the union as a slave state and Maine as a free state. Maine is bounded by the Canadian provinces of Quebec, New Brunswick, and New Hampshire. Maine is famous for its rocky coastline and is the leading U.S. producer of lobsters and blueberries.
More than 100 million pounds of lobster were harvested off the coast of Maine in 2011. Now generally considered an expensive delicacy, lobsters were commonly fed to inmates and indentured servants, or ground up and used as fertilizer, during the colonial era.
The state's capital city is Augusta. With its abundance of natural beauty, Maine takes the nickname Vacationland. Dirigo (“I lead”) is the state’s motto.
The Ice Storm of 1998, which knocked out power to half of the state for more than two weeks in January and resulted in hundreds of millions of dollars in damages, is considered one of the worst natural disasters in Maine's history.
The highest mountain in Maine is Mount Katahdin having a 5,268-foot elevation. It is located in Baxter State Park, where hiking is quite popular. A complete hike trip on the Katahdin average lasts between 8 and 12 hours.
Maine is reputable for its many lighthouses along the rocky shores of the Atlantic Ocean. It is the only United States state with a single syllable.
Car Shipping in Maine
Finding the Best Shipping Company in Maine
There are tons of car shipping companies in Maine, and finding the suitable one can be difficult without the appropriate guide. Here are a few things to look out for when considering a car shipping company:
Safety Precautions
A car shipping company must be able to ensure your car’s safety. One of the reasons you employ the services of a car shipping company is because you want your car transported without hassles. Any company that cannot provide that assurance should not be considered.
Insurance
While nobody anticipates accidents, they are sometimes inevitable. Hence, when choosing a car shipping company, you should confirm all insurance policies limits adhere to the FMCSA rules and regulations. Please find out the company’s insurance coverage and get details about what it covers specifically… liability is just not enough; cargo coverage is extremely important.
Experience
It is most advisable to work with companies that are experienced in car shipping, specifically in Maine. Many pitfalls can be avoided when there is sufficient experience to work with. You should therefore ensure that your selected company has enough experience.
Cancellation Policy
Some car shipping companies do not have cancellation policies that favor consumers. In choosing a car shipping company, make sure that you carefully go through its cancellation policies and confirm it is suitable for you.
Cost of Car Shipping in Maine
There is no fixed price for shipping vehicles to and from Maine. Some factors determine how much car shipping costs. Those factors are:
Shipping Method
There are two shipping methods: the open method and the enclosed one. The enclosed method costs more than the open method. As the name implies, the enclosed method involves transporting vehicles in an enclosed car carrier. This method protects the vehicle(s) being transported from harsh weather conditions like rain, snow, the sun, and other road debris that might come in contact with the vehicle during transport.
The open method transports vehicles in an open car carrier or flatbed, leaving the vehicles exposed to all weather conditions and possibility of road debris during the entire transport process. This method is usually cheaper as it does not require as many safety measures as the enclosed method.
Distance
The distance to be covered in the car shipping process also affects the cost. This is because the price of gas is an essential factor to consider. Hence, the shorter the distance, the lower the shipping cost, and vice versa.
Location
Areas that transport companies regularly drive by and through often cost less than remote areas with less access. The location where your vehicle is picked up from and delivered to determines your shipping costs.
Vehicle Type
Heavy and large vehicles typically cost higher as they occupy more space in a trailer. Smaller cars, on the other hand, do not occupy as much space and hence, cost lower.
Preparing Your Car for Shipping in Maine
Declutter
Before having your car shipped, remove all personal items and valuables from the vehicle. Car shipping companies are not responsible for any loss of items in your vehicle.
Empty Your Tank
It would be best if you did not have your gas tank filled, as doing so causes your car to weigh more and cost more. It is advisable to have your tank filled to a quarter of its capacity. This is sufficient for moving your vehicle to the pickup location and from the drop-off point.
Inspect
Inspecting your car before pick up and drop off is very important. Taking pictures of the vehicle is an even better step. This makes it possible to confirm that there were no damages to your car during transit.
Fully Charge Your Battery
It is best to fully charge your car’s battery before it is picked up for transport. This prevents you from having a dead battery upon arrival, especially over a long distance.
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The Downeaster passenger train, run by Amtrak, offers passenger services between Brunswick and Boston’s North Station, with stops in Freeport, Portland, Old Orchard Beach, Saco, and Wells. The Downeaster makes five daily trips.
Freight services are provided throughout the state by a large number of regional and short-line carriers: Pan Am Railways (formerly known as Guilford Rail System), which operates the former Boston & Maine and Maine Central railroads; St. Lawrence and Atlantic Railroad; Maine Eastern Railroad; Central Maine and Quebec Railway; and New Brunswick Southern Railway.
Interstate 95 (I-95) runs through Maine, and its easterly branch I-295 and spurs I-195, I-395, and the unsigned I-495. In addition, U.S. Route 1 (US 1) starts in Fort Kent and moves to Florida. The Eastern end of the Eastern section of US 2 starts in Houlton, near the New Brunswick, Canada border to Rouses Point, New York, at US 11.
US 2A connects Old Town and Orono, primarily serving the University of Maine campus. US 201 and US 202 flow through the state. Truckers and other motorists of the Maritime Provinces often use US 2, Maine State Route 6 (SR 6), and SR en route to other destinations in the United States or as a shortcut to Central Canada.
Maine provides passenger jet services at its two largest airports – the Portland International Jetport in Portland and the Bangor International Airport in Bangor. Both are used daily by many major airlines to various destinations like New York, Atlanta, and Orlando. Many minor airports are scattered throughout Maine, serving only general and non-commercial aviation traffic. The Eastport Municipal Airport, for example, is a city-owned public-use airport with 1,200 general aviation aircraft operations each year from single-engine and ultralight aircraft.
Private and state-run ferry services provide a vital link to Maine’s many island destinations. International ferries provide service to Canada from ports in Bar Harbor, Eastport, and Portland. Similarly, they serve over 4,600 islands off the coast of Maine.
As rated by our clients and
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5.0
The car was picked up on Tuesday morning in Phoenix and delivered Saturday morning in Illinois 60 miles north of Chicago in good condition. The transaction went smoothly from the beginning to the end. The customer service rep, Johnathan V. was capable and friendly as well as the trucking company driver.
Helen H. Phoenix, AZ
5.0
I've waited 5 years to get my car shipped and thought it was going to take a long time to get my car shipped. I found them on the website under the Better Business Bureau and chose them . They were quick!! I called on a Wednesday they picked up my car on Thursday and I got my car delivered today it was fast as well as professional.. great service and Howard was ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!!!
Mrs Sabrina S.
5.0
Shipped a new auto from Irvine, CA. to Memphis, TN. The entire process was handled online in a very professional and user easy manner. Transport dispatch was in constant communication and the delivery came on time and in perfect shape. Price was competitive and fair and service great. Five star performance!
Gary Moran
5.0
I called up Ship A Car and they were very courteous on the phone. They were understanding that at my age, I'm not quick on the computer and on a whole bunch of things. But I knew what I wanted. They said they would find somebody. They said, "Give us a day." They came back and gave me a basic price. Then they came back and said, "We found somebody who will do it for $50 less. It's enclosed. Everything is perfect. We've had a lot of good feedback with them." So I gave them my credit card and they took their money. I also paid for the extra insurance because it was a specialty car.
Ship A Car reduced the amount that they would get in their pocket by $50 when carrier number one could not pick up the car timely and they had to go to carrier number two, which was the fellow I ended up with. It was perfect. The guys were personable and it was a nice experience. The only thing was that I didn't know when the driver was going to show up. They said, "We'll pick it up Friday or Tuesday or Wednesday or whatever." They couldn't give me a time. So the gentleman called me and said that they were stuck at the car dealership so instead of getting here at 10 in the morning, they were going to arrive at 2:00 or 3:00. He kept me posted along the way telling me when he was going to arrive. So it was a pleasant experience.
When the driver pulled up, he had a Porsche in there, which he pulled out and then put my car in the middle because of the way it was going to be dropped off at the other location. They strapped it all down. He took pictures before it left. Then it was in Nebraska from Long Island in a couple of days. They said it could take anywhere from four to six days, but it only took two and a half days. I was very pleased. My son looked at the car when it arrived and it arrived just the way it left.
Florence of Ronkonkoma, NY
5.0
You have a wonderful employee at Ship a Car. Lawrence Knapp. He has made my shipping of autos here in Colorado very enjoyable. He always makes sure I am up to date on all my shipping needs. He is a great person and understands very well what his customers needs are. I will only use Lawrence with Ship a Car for my shipping of autos to me in Colorado. Knowing his job makes my job very easy. Thank You Lawrence Knapp and Ship a Car.
Greg G. Pueblo, CO
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about this company! A+ service. A+ pricing. A+ speed. After realizing that my deployment to Texas who is going to last longer than four weeks, I was tired of using Lyft and I knew I couldn’t be without my motorcycle. I requested a quote from their webpage along with five or six other companies. Paul Murphy responded quickly to that email with the second to lowest cost to get my bike 1,230 miles from Ocala, Florida to Pharr, Texas and then followed up the next day with a voicemail. After comparing prices and reading the reviews, I knew this was the company for me. They did not disappoint! I spoke with Paul at the end of the business day on Thursday and within 15 minutes he was calling me to inform me that he had already placed my order with driver Eric Andrews of Andrews Transportation LLC to be delivered 3 days later on Monday. I spoke with Eric on Saturday to confirm where my bike would need to be left. He too was very professional and easy to work with. To my surprise, Eric delivered my bike a day early on Sunday morning. Thats right, my bike was delivered from call to drop in 2.5 days!!! Both Paul & Eric’s professionalism may me feel comfortable that my prize possession was in good hands. I would 100% recommend this company to anyone wanting to move theirs. Thanks guys.
100% Recommend!
5.0
After being contacted my at least 20 shipping companies, I almost gave up! Then by the grace if God I contacted Ship a car and I spoke with Bob Moran, he is the best!! He said he’d call me back in 15 mins, I don’t even think it was 15 mins, he called back and BOOM he coordinated it effortlessly!!! I can’t believe how smooth the shipping was, I wish I started with Ship A Car, excellent service.....I would HIGHLY recommend, the driver dropped the car a day early - what a plus!
Maria D LaRosa
5.0
I can't say enough good things about this company and specifically Bob Moran. Bob has now helped me with shipping two of my family's vehicles (MI to CA in 2016 and CA to NY). The first time I worked with him he was saving me because another company never showed up. And today when I worked with him he helped me get our car to NY where my fiancé has just started his new job. I spoke to him for the first time about it this morning and we have the car getting picked up at my home tomorrow morning. He made me feel like family and made something (shipping your car across the country), that I consider being stressful, so simple and easy. I am beyond impressed with Bob's customer service and the work he does. Any time I hear that someone needs to ship a car I will be throwing Bob's information at them and maybe even offer to set it up for them because it was that pleasant of an experience. Thank you so much, Bob! Looking forward to working with you again in the future.
Kenzie C.
4.0
We were shipping our 1965 Corvette and wanted a covered carrier. Maria Frew was very professional and polite. She returned our calls as soon as she could. Shipacar had the best rates for what we needed. We would use them again.
Patricia F. Inman, SC
5.0
Kristina at Ship A Car, Inc. is the person to reach out to, if you want to ship a car. She provided me information about shipping a vehicle, which I had no knowledge of. She helped me get the best price possible, while finding a very good driver. She truly cared about my experience.
Very Helpful!
5.0
My experience with Ship A Car and with the driver was very good. I thought the cost was a little high but the rep I dealt with, Doug, was outstanding.
Mike of Mcdonough, GA
5.0
Just received our car Dallas to ny with a damaged tire. Some advice. Get the name of the company that is actually transporting your car before you sign a contract and check credentials. We didn’t. The company had an F rating on BBB. Don’t count on door to door. Late on pick up. Late on delivery. Sat in Philadelphia for 2 days b cause the driver took the keys home Don’t count on communication on weekends. Auto ship passes the buck to the transport company as soon as you sign. You will only get info from the dispatcher and it was inaccurate for us On to the claim. Never again
