Effortlessly shipping cars, motorcycles, trucks or any vehicle to/from any location in Colorado
Colorado Vehicle Shipping & Heavy Haul Transport Experts
Ship a Car, Inc. delivers superior shipping service to people relocating their vehicles, businesses moving their general freight and/or transporting heavy haul equipment as well as volume relocation services for dealers and corporations.
SAC is an experienced transport broker with direct access to the largest network of carriers. One simple call does it all. When you choose Ship A Car, we deliver not only your vehicle and/or freight, but peace of mind as well.
Contact a Ship A Car transport coordinator now at (866) 821-4555 for direct vehicle transport service to/from any residential or business location in the state of Colorado.
We provide direct service to and from any location in Colorado -
above is a list of the most popular car shipping locations that we service.
Everything You Need to Know About the State of Colorado (CO)
Named after the Colorado River, the Territory of Colorado was organized on February 28, 1861, and on August 1, 1876, U.S. President Ulysses S. Grant signed Proclamation 230 admitting Colorado to the Union as the 38th state. Currently, Colorado is the 8th largest state in terms of land mass.
Colorado is nicknamed “The Centennial State” because it became a state one century after the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence. It is also well-known by the nickname “Colorful Colorado”. The state tree is the Colorado Blue Spruce, the state bird is the Lark Bunting and the state flower is the White and Lavender Columbine. The state motto is ‘Nothing without the Deity’ (Latin: Nil sine Numine).
Colorado is located in the western United States covering most of the southern Rocky Mountains and the northeastern portion of the Colorado Plateau and the western edge of the Great Plains. Colorado is bordered by Wyoming to the north, Nebraska to the northeast, Kansas to the east, Oklahoma to the southeast, New Mexico to the south, Utah to the west, and touches Arizona to the southwest at the Four Corners. The state is known for its vivid landscape of mountains, forests, high plains, mesas, canyons, plateaus, rivers, and desert lands. Colorado is part of the western and southwestern United States and is one of the Mountain States. Denver is both the capital and most populous city of Colorado. Residents of the state are known as Coloradans, although the antiquated term “Coloradoan” is occasionally used.
Mesa Verde National Park contains more than 4,000 archaeological sites—including around 600 cliff dwellings—from the Ancestral Puebloans who inhabited the area from about AD 550 to 1300. By the late 13th century, they began to migrate south to New Mexico and Arizona, where their descendants continue to live today.
Discovered by Lieutenant Zebulon Pike in 1806 during an expedition to determine the southwestern boundary of the Louisiana Purchase, Pikes Peak became a landmark to the thousands of fortune hunters who traveled west with the slogan “Pikes Peak or Bust” on their wagons after gold was found in the area in 1858.
On November 29, 1864, more than 150 peaceful Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians (believing they were under the protection of the U.S. government) were slaughtered by close to 700 Colorado volunteer soldiers under the command of Colonel John Chivington. The atrocity devastated the tribes and catalyzed subsequent warfare for years between Native American Indians and the U.S. Army.
The lyrics to “America the Beautiful” were written by Katharine Lee Bates after an awe-inspiring trip to the top of Pikes Peak in 1893. Although it is now commonly sung to the tune “Materna,” composed by Samuel Ward in 1882, the patriotic poem was often sung to “Auld Lang Syne” in the early 20th century.
The Colorado Rockies are part of the North American Cordillera, which sweeps the western part of the continent from Alaska into northern Mexico. With 58 named peaks over 14,000 feet and an average altitude of 6,800 feet, Colorado has the highest elevation of all the states.
Colorado is truly beautiful with diverse landscapes consisting of deserts, canyons, and mountains. The state has great schools, good employment opportunities, and a great economy. The attractive standard of living is one of the reasons why people chose to relocate to Colorado.
Colorado Vehicle Shipping
Why Use an Auto Shipping Company?
Moving a vehicle to a different state can be stressful and also time-consuming. Heavy hauls can be especially difficult for an inexperienced driver. Hiring a shipping company can be helpful in the following ways:
Saves Time
Transporting a car between states could take several days depending on the distance traveled. A reliable shipping company helps you move your vehicle to your desired location in Colorado and saves you both time and uncertainties inherent in such a long drive.
Improved Convenience
Driving your vehicle to another state can be stressful both for the driver and for the vehicle, increasing the mileage on your vehicle and consequently reducing its retail value. Driving across such a long distance also causes wear and tear to your vehicle. An efficient auto shipping company helps take the stress out of moving.
Safety
Using the services of a good auto shipping company helps improve the chances of your car arriving intact. Experienced drivers are more equipped to handle problems encountered on the road and they are more familiar with the routes.
Factors that Affect the Cost of Shipping
Distance
Type of auto carrier used
Delivery Schedule
Location of delivery
Vehicle type
Distance
It will cost more to transport your vehicle across a farther distance like between states than to transport across a farther distance like within the state of Colorado itself. Distance affects the fuel consumption and mileage of the car-shipping carrier. There is also an increased chance of encountering issues along longer journeys. Most auto-shipping companies provide a free quote on their website.
Type of Shipping
There are two major forms of shipping vehicles and they are:
Open air transport: The vehicle is mounted on the back of a trailer and secured so it doesn’t go anywhere. Several vehicles can be transported at once depending on the type of vehicle being transported. It is the cheaper option. The downside of this method is that your vehicle will be exposed to the weather conditions such as rain, snow, wind, and road debris.
Enclosed transport: if you own a luxurious vehicle or a classic car. This is probably the best option to protect your vehicle. Your vehicle would be shielded from the elements and road hazards. However, it is more expensive than open-air transport.
Delivery Schedule
The time frame of your delivery is another major factor that affects cost. If your pickup and delivery windows are firm with no room for leeway, the cost of shipping may be more. A flexible delivery schedule will help you get a better deal.
Location of Pickup and Delivery
Based on the location of pickup and delivery, shipping companies majorly have two options:
Door-to-door: this option is convenient and especially good if you are too busy to drop off and pick up your vehicle at the shipping terminal. The shipping company will pick up your vehicle from your desired location and transport it to the provided address in Colorado. It costs more than the terminal-to-terminal option.
Terminal to terminal: Here, you would have to drop off your vehicle at the shipping terminal and pick it up when it is delivered at the terminal in Colorado.
Vehicle Type
The heavier the vehicle being transported the more fuel is consumed by the auto carrier. Also, larger cars take up more space. Therefore, it costs less to transport compact vehicles than larger ones.
Guidelines for Selecting a Reliable Auto Shipping Company
Get reviews from previous customers. An online review gives you an insight into the track records of the company. Make sure the company you decide to use does not have any outstanding unresolved issues.
Go for an experienced company. The company you go for should be familiar with the major routes of the state of Colorado and they should understand the regulations that guide shipping in the area.
You should be able to get free shipping quotes on the company’s website.
Check the insurance coverage of the company and the auto carrier with will be assigned for your particular vehicle transport. Sometimes damages occur during shipping, some of which may be due to the negligence of the company or due to uncontrollable events such as accidents. Make inquiries about the type of damages the insurance policy of the shipping company covers.
Verify the legitimacy of the company. The company should have all necessary licenses and permits to operate in the state of Colorado.
Ship a Car Inc (SAC) has been in the shipping business for years. We are fully equipped to transport and provide you with all vehicle shipping solutions. You would find that we have all the qualities of a reliable and competent company.
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Extensive public transportation bus services are offered both intra-city and inter-city, including the Denver metro area’s extensive RTD services. The Regional Transportation District (RTD) operates the popular RTD Bus & Rail transit system in the Denver Metropolitan Area. As of January 2013, the RTD rail system had 170 light-rail vehicles, serving 47 miles (76 km) of the track.
Amtrak operates two passenger rail lines in Colorado, the California Zephyr and Southwest Chief. Colorado’s contribution to world railroad history was forged principally by the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad which began in 1870 and wrote the book on mountain railroading. In 1988 the “Rio Grande” was acquired, but was merged into, the Southern Pacific Railroad by their joint owner Philip Anschutz. On September 11, 1996, Anschutz sold the combined company to the Union Pacific Railroad, creating the largest railroad network in the United States. The Anschutz sale was partly in response to the earlier merger of Burlington Northern and Santa Fe which formed the large Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway (BNSF), Union Pacific’s principal competitor in western U.S. railroading. Both Union Pacific and BNSF have extensive freight operations in Colorado.
Colorado’s freight railroad network consists of 2,688 miles of Class I track age. It is integral to the U.S. economy, being a critical artery for the movement of energy, agriculture, mining, and industrial commodities as well as general freight and manufactured products between the East and Midwest and the Pacific coast states.
Denver International Airport (DIA) is the 5th busiest domestic U.S. airport and the 20th busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic. DIA handles by far the largest volume of commercial air traffic in Colorado and is the busiest U.S. hub airport between Chicago and the Pacific coast, making Denver the most important airport for connecting passenger traffic in the western United States.
Colorado’s primary mode of transportation is its highway system. Interstate 25 (I-25) is the primary north-south highway in the state, connecting Pueblo, Colorado Springs, Denver, and Fort Collins, and extending north to Wyoming and south to New Mexico. I-70 is the primary east-west corridor. It connects Grand Junction and the mountain communities with Denver and enters Utah and Kansas. The state is home to a network of US and Colorado highways that provide access to all principal areas of the state. Many smaller communities are only connected to this network via county roads.
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What do our clients say?
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5.0
Everything worked out perfectly with Ship A Car. We were helped by Christie, and she was perfect. My daughter was calling her every couple of days to see what the status was. Initially, we got started on a rocky road, but that was our fault because we had a vendor that we thought was going to help, and he was scamming. So, we were very glad when we got in touch with Christie. She talked us through what would happen and when it would happen. In the very end, she fulfilled those dates that she said. The gentleman who was driving was cordial and helpful. He had to park someplace else because our street is small. The car got here safely. I was really satisfied.
Rita of Nampa, ID
5.0
I have now been using them to support my business for the past 2 months and I must say, the service is amazing. They keep me updated throughout the whole process from start to finish with excellent communication, they are also extremely professional and very competitive with pricing. Would highly recommend them to anybody looking to ship their car! 5 stars!
Eric Daugherty
5.0
At the last minute, I needed to help my grandparents ship their car. Without any prior knowledge of this line of business, I had to make a decision with a company I could trust. A friend's recommendation lead me to Ship A Car. I called and spoke to a very nice guy, Justin. He helped me get everything setup for them and made sure all my questions were answered. I was able to rest assured that my grandparent's car was in good hands on it's trip back home.
Charisse G.
5.0
Willie was wonderful to work with and motorcycle was picked up within a few days of my first call and arrived one day earlier than estimate which was great. This was going from Nebraska to my Marine son in California. The shipper assigned did not fill out a condition report and Willie told me there would be one so I asked but the driver didn't speak English well and kept brushing me off. There was a small chip on the back fender but I have left phone messages and emailed KP Turbo Transport that moved it and never receive a reply. I would use Willie again but maybe not accept quote from KP Turbo Transport.
Molly E.
5.0
Willie Dublin provided extraordinary customer service. I have had numerous items shipped across the county in the past. However, this transaction with Willie Dublin and Ship-a-Car has clearly been the most trouble free and professional. I would use them again, and completely recommend them to other users.
Leo F. Calimesa , CA
5.0
This was my first experience with using a transport company for a vehicle, after reading reviews about different companies I was nervous. Bob Moran with Ship A Car had some good reviews so I called him to get a quote. The price was in range with others I had called but I felt more comfortable working with Bob. I called Bob on Friday of Labor day weekend at 4:30pm, he was able to have my vehicle picked up on the following Tuesday in Colorado and delivered to me in Northern Illinois Thursday morning. The driver, Egor, called me Wednesday afternoon and we made arrangements to drop off the vehicle at 6:00am so I could get to work, he was very accommodating to my schedule. I am not one to post any reviews but I felt these guys deserved to be praised. I would definitely use them again.
Scott
5.0
Shipped a vehicle from Louisiana to Maine, shipping coordinated / arranged by Marrine with Ship a Car. - professional, smooth, painless, process - vehicle was picked up on time and delivered on time. I highly recommend Ship a Car for vehicle transportation.
Paul Guillory MD
5.0
Willie was great to deal with - following up when he said he would and easing my mind throughout the entire transaction since I was dealing with a few movers. When needed, will certainly work with Willie again.
Chris
5.0
We shipped a golf cart from NJ to Florida with Quintin and everything went well. Cart was picked up in a covered trailer. Quintin worked hard to find us a shipper with short notice. Would definitely use again.
Sherman M. Lavallette, NJ
5.0
I have never shipped a car before, so did the normal thing and jumped on the internet and started doing research. Ship a Car was highly rated, so I contacted them. I spoke to Marrine. She was friendly, informative and explained the entire process. She explained the difference between open and enclosed transport. She worked up two quotes for me based on both and e-mailed me each quote so I could read and make an informed decision. I was shipping the car (Mercedes C300) from Utah to Virginia. After speaking with my brother whom I was getting the vehicle from he said ENCLOSED !!!. He shipped the vehicle out to UT and his moving company did all the arrangements. They DID NOT use Ship a Car. It was shipped on an open car trailer and when the Mercedes and their Mini Van showed up, they had 850$ in damage and 240 miles on the Mini-Van. Again they DID NOT use Ship a Car. So I went with the enclosed transport option. It was actually only about 300$ more dollars than I figured out it would cost me to fly out, take time off work and then drive back. Also, I would be putting 2K miles on the vehicle. No brainer....Ship it. The car was picked up and delivered on time. Pay close attention to the process that is explained to you. Ship a Car is a booking service and only works with highly rated drivers/companies. They basically write the contract and put it out there for drivers who they approve. Once your contract is picked up by a driver, you are good to go. I had no issues with booking, the car was picked up on the day they said and was dropped of early. The driver was great and the car, although yes it needed a washing (it just came from UT, it was not gross, but yes had some grim on it. This was expected, enclosed trailers are not air tight) was in great shape, no damage, and no extra miles on it. I highly recommend this booking company and request Marrine, she was great.
Sean K.
5.0
If you decide to book with this company, definitely stay away from sales agent THEO BROWN. I explained clearly to the agent that my spouse's work would be providing the payment for the shipment and that under no circumstances should my card be charged without contacting me. I then received a call directly after my call, stating that my card was needing to be charged and I had to commit to a carrier immediately. After expressing that I wasn't feeling comfortable with the transaction (I also did not feel comfortable with the agent's bullying tone), I told agent Theo Brown that I would like to go ahead and cancel my reservation. The agent's overall unprofessionalism, rude tone (he kept interrupting me and wouldn't allow me to ask my questions), and poor communication skills made me skeptical to begin with. The agent told me in his exact words, "Man, you are stupid. You are an idiot." And then proceeded to hang up on me. Did I mention that prior to this he told me that he had enough customers and didn't need me? My recommendation... Stay Away. I found better quotes and superior service with Montway, which also has no hidden fees. Even though I didn't book with them, even Amerifreight and Ship a Car Direct had both better pricing and MUCH better agents. I write this review simply to help people avoid the horrible experience I had. There are WAY BETTER options out there!
