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.
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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
I recently had Ship A Car INC move a vehicle from Milwaukee, WI to Worcester, MA. I have used them several times before and always very pleased with the way they treat me. I have a good rapport with the sales guy and they usually pick up the vehicles the same say. I like them a lot! I would definitely recommend them.
Gary A. Worcester, MA
5.0
I shipped my car. They were very helpful throughout the process and were open to help whenever needed. The agent they used was equally trustworthy and helpful, with everyone going out of their way to help. Highly recommend them!
Stewart Morgan
5.0
From the initial pricing request to the driver dispatched and vehicle arrival, Justen and his team at Ship A Car, Inc. do everything you'd expect from a professional hauling company. We hired multiple drivers with Justen through Ship A Car, Inc. for the transportation of our fifth-wheel and they were nothing but accommodating, professional, knowledgeable, and available to you throughout the entire shipping process. I can honestly say that this was the fastest most efficient and fairly priced company I've ever worked with. The drivers arrive promptly and are able to quickly load your vehicle in the correct manner with respect to your personal property and the safety of your vehicle. Justen helped me feel safe and confident in relying on Ship A Car, Inc. to move our fifth-wheel, it gave me such peace of mind. I constantly receive superior service and have been a repeat customer and have recommended Justen at Ship A Car, Inc. to our co-workers and colleagues. Looking forward to continuing to use Ship A Car, Inc. for all of my transportation needs.
Libby S.
5.0
Gabriel was amazing. A total angel to deal with. But the driver you hired Ray sucked. My truck was 3 days late was never offered a discount. I will refer the company but will tell people if a guy names Ray is doing the driving he had one excuse after another for my truck being 3 days late. But Gabriel and this company did great. GET INFO ONYOUR DRIVER..
Jackie Costa
5.0
I'm so glad that I trusted you with this transfer. It was fast, courteous, and very professional (Just like you said it would be) and your price was very reasonable. Well done Tom. I would not call anyone else but you for all my transfers in the future.
Steve C. Lakewood, CO
5.0
Really excellent service. Despite contacting them last minute on a Saturday afternoon, I was still able to have the car towed the next Monday morning. I highly recommend them. Thank you for the good service!
Merle Flowers
5.0
i am very pleased with Jocelyn with Ship a Car, she helped me with booking a driver to ship a car to my son from Georgia to Utah. I was sceptical at first from talking to other compananies and they were giving me different answers about a quote. Jocelyn was straight up with me, she gave me her word that she would not stop until she got me a driver and stay in contact with me the entire process which she did. even after my son received the car she checked with me to make sure everything was good. Thank you for your help.
Kim W
5.0
Unlike some of the other reviewers I had an excellent experience with this company. I was getting quotes from several companies. I spoke with Justin and he offered me a quote that was a little higher then another place but he said he could ship my car to CA fast. He called me shortly after and had everything set up. I was nervous bc this was my first time having to ship a car and I was moving it across the country. I had to call him back a couple times as questions came up and he always answered. Even on Saturday. The pick up day came and my car was picked up no issues. It was delivered in the exact timeframe that justin quoted. My uncle had to meet the driver at a shopping plaza but that was ok bc I was warned that the truck may be too big to get down my street. Justin called afterwards to make sure everything went as planned. No damage to the car. Will use again when I have to ship the car back east next year.
Cara B.
5.0
Amazing !!! Thats all I can say!!! supper professional !!! everything went smooth, and we got the car 2 days earlier moved from CT to LA. Thanks Danny for making it SWEET. H. Hott.
Hanni O. Danbury, CT
5.0
We are military and we had to ship our 2nd vehicle from JBPH-Hickman, HI to Seattle, Wa. Using Ship-A-Car Inc was the best decision we could have made. They weren't the cheapest option, but you get what you pay for. Bob walked us through the entire process and he was constantly keeping us updated. We shipped our SUV 30 May 17, left Hawaii the very next day. Coming back stateside, we received some grave news. We had a death in the family. We now had to go on emergency leave, but our SUV was on its way to our new duty station. We had to leave right away and didn't know if we would be back in time for the delivery. Bob was an angel! He coordinated everything from our SUV being pick up at Seattle, Wa to the delivery being held without incurring extra charges on our part (Thank you Aaron!). With everything that was going on, it was refreshing for a change to have someone else watching out for us. He made the entire process easy and painless. We couldn't thank him enough. If we could give him 10 stars, we would. If we had to ship a vehicle again, I know exactly where to go, Ship-A-car Inc.
Asia Gonzales
5.0
I just had my car delivered and my experience with Ship A Car couldn't have been more pleasurable. The coordinator, Janet Rinella was extremely knowledgeable and courteous. She kept me informed of what to expect all the way, until the car was delivered to my front door. She was the BEST!
Dave Prince
5.0
I had a seamless first-time vehicle transport experience with Ship A Car, inc. I know that is largely because of Bob M., the coordinator who helped me. Personable, patient, professional, always willing to answer further questions, he gave me excellent customer service and I greatly appreciate it! I was so nervous and dreading getting started but Bob put me at ease and I quickly gained great confidence in the company because of his easy and knowledgeable communication. In addition, the driver dispatched to move my car from Los Angeles To St Petersburg, Florida was punctual, called when he was supposed to, prior to pickup/delivery, and made great time completing the transport. He picked up Monday around 2 pm and delivered at 9 am on that Friday. I have nothing but praise for Ship A Car, Inc. and enthusiastically recommend them!
Rae Karen N
5.0
This was my first experience with Ship a Car. I was shipping a motorcycle and Theo Brown was the person who walked me through the entire process. His patients with all my questions and customer service skills are very much appreciated. He provided me with his direct line and provided me with the drivers information and phone number. The communication with the truck driver was awesome as well. The bike showed up on time as promised by Theo and the driver. Theo even took the time to follow up with me to make sure I recieved my bike and everything was satisfactory . I'll definately tell others about Ship a Car and Theo. Thank you very much!
Mark W. New Port Richey, FL
5.0
Highly recommended... they picked up on time and delivered ahead of schedule.
Roger Tylkowski
5.0
Thanks to the attentive service of Bob Moran, from quote to delivery, the transport of our truck was simple, efficient, and quick. Bob was dependable and a great communicator. The price was competitive and was a value for the service. I highly recommend Ship A Car Inc.
Jean S.
5.0
Very prompt service, good communication and reasonable cost. Steve was great to work with. Good communication and answered all my questions. Bike was picked up promptly on a Saturday and delivered 900 miles away the following day. I was amazed. Far faster than some other services i have used.
Shipped Motorcycle
5.0
Thank you for all your help in getting the VW Jetta from Enfield, NH to Hawaii. Our son is so excited at how quickly the car arrives. This will allow him so much more freedom on base. His wife joins him soon. They should have a great time being stationed there. Anyway thanks for all your help and patience throughout this process. You were great!! Keep up the good work.
Ruth D.
5.0
(Translated by Google) Great company and service. They picked up my car in California and delivered it to me in Miami in less than 1 week without a scratch and at a very reasonable price. (Original) Gran empresa y servicio. Recogieron mi coche en California y me lo entregaron en Miami en menos de 1 semana sin un rasguño y a un precio muy razonable.
Daniel Mayor
5.0
Excellent service provided. Very knowledgeable, helpful agents.I highly recommend this company and would use their services again.
Michael C.
5.0
This review is easy! Janet Rinella at Ship A Car, Inc. Is a huge asset to that company. I had been through 2 miserable experiences with 2 transport companies, both of which I canceled after much frustration and NO results nor return calls, even after paying their required deposits. Learned through Google that best way to get auto transported is through a Broker. For some then unknown reason I called Ship A Car, Inc., and Janet Rinella answered the phone. Janet knows her stuff, is dependable, knowledgeable of this business, straight forward, kind, diligent, and FAST with results. From my first call with her, she found a transport company, located their driver and set up the pick up of the vehicle we were transporting to our grandson who is an Airman at Dover AFB, Delaware. This all was done by Janet's persistent follow up, contacting me daily every step of the way. She seemed to be as concerned for our grandson to get the car as we were. She is not only proficient at her job, she is caring, even to the point of asking me to contact her "no matter how late" when we met our driver and he drove it onto the ramps of the truck. That was last Tuesday. Our grandson received his car across country YESTERDAY! There is no doubt in my mind that had we hired any other company, we would still have that car in our driveway and our nerves and stress levels would be off the chart. In addition, throughout my many calls, texts and emails to Janet, we have developed a special and forever friendship. Her people skills are genuine, her work ethic is beyond reproach.
Sandra Baumunk
5.0
My experience with Ship a car service was extremely satisfying and worry free. The organizer Khaii R. and also the driver AJ who came to pick my vehicles up were very helpful. I particularly liked their attitude towards their job and I would highly recommend doing business with them.
Hemanth K. Slidell, LA
5.0
Steven H was great! He helped me through the uncertainty of shipping my vehicle. I have no complaints and would highly recommend this company due to the excellent customer service!
Klkbat
5.0
They transferred my Macan Turbo to my home address. The service and level of professionalism were second to none. Thanks! I highly recommend them!
Anthony Doyle
5.0
We had a great experience and things went very smoothly. Great communication and right on time in both directions.
Christine
5.0
Got our cars on the 4th of July, only 2 days! The driver from Philly Auto Transport was awesome. Thanks again for setting it up, Danny.
Farooq C. Charlottesville, VA
5.0
I was provided great service. They picked up my car on time and delivered on time. Gabriel was wonderful and very helpful I definitely recommend this service.
Paul B
4.0
Company was very professional and got our car to its destination in a very timely manner. Communication could be a little tighter but overall a good company to work with.
Kellee G.
5.0
They have managed the transport of two cars for me and I am very pleased. There were no problems during transport, it's perfect and I thank them for it. 5 stars!
John Maxwell
5.0
Ship A Car, Inc. is very reliable. They gave me excellent customer service from beginning to end. They were really flexible when I needed to cancel the shipment and reschedule it for later. They worked with me through that whole process and were very helpful. The shipment went very smoothly and the driver was friendly and professional. Their prices are very reasonable and I'm glad to have hired them.
Natalie L. Pittsburgh, PA
5.0
Excellent and great quote. Quick delivery and great price. We have Mr.Bob he will work you through the process and he's is very helpful. I would recommend him to anyone.
Eddy A.
5.0
Overall great experience with Paul right from the start. Great communication regarding the quote and helping with coordination of the driver. Delivery of our UTV was a success! Thank you, Paul!!
Rob G
5.0
The team at SHIP A CAR, INC. is very friendly and professional. I will use this company! 5 stars!
Karl Clark
5.0
Car transport
Len walked me through the process and answered the million questions I had like a consumate professional.
I felt very comfortable making a decision to let them haul my cars. I felt very informed by all parties involved. I felt like my cars were in safe hands. The delivery was early and the pickup was on time. Would recommend to anyone looking for a good experience.
Robert Riggan
5.0
I had originally scheduled a my car transport with Nationwide auto transportation (don't us them). On the day of my pickup nationwide called me stating that they had no one to pick up my car after I have made a reservation 2 weeks prior. When i originally made my reservation i was told tbwy would contact me two day before the pick. Due to their lack of professionalism I cancelled there service.
I called ship a Car the same day and Pepper answered. We scheduled a pickup for the next busy day and with 48 my car was shipped from Florida to California.
Kirk S. San Diego , CA
5.0
Very professional. drivers beat us to new home. no problems. i would recommend to anyone.
Howard M.
5.0
Lawrence Knapp couldn't have done more
Allen Davies
5.0
Bob Moran really helped me out and made sure everything went smoothly. He added a very nice personal touch and called up to check in if I had any questions or concerns about where my car was or how much I could put in my car. There prices are great compared to other companies and the service is outstanding.
Alec Walters
5.0
I must say I was amazed at the service I received from SHIP A CAR INC....especially their customer service rep J. Meigs.... a sure asset to this company. I was in a bind ..my car was not going anywhere and he made it happen for me. There was constant communication... and any time I had a question my calls and emails were returned. My car was picked up on time....delivered safely... and the person who brought the car out also did a wonderful job. Would highly recommend and use this company again.
Tina S. Llano, CA
5.0
Fantastic to work with and had a great experience with this company. Follow through was great and always just a phone call away. Shipped my daughters car from East coast to West coast and it arrived as promised. What I really like is that her car is designed with the front and rear bumpers somewhat lower to the ground then normal and this was a concern for me. I watched the car loaded on to the carrier and it went on perfectly. Very very happy and would highly recommend.
Mike N.
5.0
An absolute pleasure to work with such a professional company! I was shipping my vehicle from California to Hawaii and was working with Rita who made the process virtually seamless. Working on different time zones was initially challenging, however, Rita made it her mission to get my car to Hawaii with as little hassle as possible. 10/10 recommend. Thank you!
Niko M.
5.0
The experience with Ship a car inc was really great. We dealt with Harry burge who did a great job from the initial setting up of the cars and explaining the process accurately to the delivery of the cars to our new address. The experience was really great and have no complaints about the experience.
Michael Smith
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
Marrine N. is great. Hassle free, thorough and efficient. My truck got where it needed to go on time and with no problems.
David J.
5.0
I was delighted with the shipping of my daughter car from FL to TX. Great customer service from Marrine Neff my Transport Coordinator.
Michael Marshall
5.0
I needed my son's car shipped from Bluffton, SC to his home in Bear, DE. My sister Louise gave me Kristina Virtue's phone, sins she is working with her to have her car shipped from Queens, NY to Las Vegas. The car was picked up and was delivered on Monday, 2/22/2021 after 3:00 pm. Kristina did a great job and was very pleasant to work with. I told my sister what a great job she did. I'll definitely recommend Kristina and Ship A Car if someone else need your service. Sincerely, Patricia Lindvall 843-705-6919
Patricia Lindvall
5.0
Ship A Car did a good job. Their customer service was sufficient. I didn't have to worry about, “Where's the car? Or what are they doing?” Everything was in a timely manner. They had a man come here and he was of Lithuanian descent and he was new in the country. He was very kind and polite. He knew what he was supposed to do and did his job well. The car was delivered in about a day. He was very efficient. It worked out great.
Anthony of Painesville, OH
5.0
Steve Goodman helped me with my transport and did everything he promised he would do. That is rare these and my thanks and gratitude to Steve and Ship a Car.
Jim M
5.0
The service rendered to me by Larry Farber was excellent. He went out of his way to help me promptly, courteously and with feeling. He was aware that during this process of getting my car shipped, my beloved wife passed away suddenly as a result of a Brain Hemorrhage. I was devastated and sometimes it was hard for me to concentrate. But Larry was very understanding and sympathetic. That was very commendable and he deserves high grades for his services.
George G. Denver, CO
5.0
Great company to work with.Janet Rinella was excellent and provided timely followup explaing how the pickup and delivery would be scheduled. Chris the driver and his copilot Jen did a geat job and provided schedule updates on both pick up and detination arrival. The car transport went well and without a hitch. I definetely will use them again.
Bob Chappel
5.0
I called Bob at Ship A Car to ship 2 cars from Las Vegas to SC. Besides being personable and professional he got me the best price and the time frame i needed. He was in constant contact and the pick up and delivery went perfectly. In fact the cars showed up 2 days early in perfect condition. Five stars are not enough Thank You Bob and Ship A Car
Car Transport
5.0
This company was simply amazing from beginning to end! We used Ship A Car to relocate my mom from California to Illinois. When I tell you the professionalism that we received, the keeping in contact to let you know when they were close and the overall care that was used for her vehicle was absolutely priceless! I would definitely recommend this company to anyone wanting to take the stress out relocating a vehicle! Will definitely recommend to family and friends, and will without a doubt use them again! Bob was phenomenal and so was Nick, or transporter.
Pamela B
5.0
My husband and I just had our cars delivered by a Ship A Car and we have to say that the service provided by them was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The driver said he would arrive to pick up our cars at Noon and let me say he was there exactly at Noon. Our cars were picked up on a Saturday and by Wednesday afternoon we had them (picked up in New York and dropped off in Florida). We would highly recommend this company.
Wanda
5.0
Willie was my transport advisor. He arranged enclose shipping for a 1966 Ford Thunderbird to be picked up in Plantation, Florida and delivered 3000 miles later in Seattle, Washington. It was a first class experience and the car was delivered on-time and in perfect condition. Thank you Ship A Car and Willie.
