1.
GT Auto Transport (GTA) agrees to offer the customer’s automobile
to a DOT authorized, licensed, fully insured automobile transporter
and to act as the link between the customer and the transporter before
and during transport. GTA the Broker is licensed by the Interstate Commerce
Commission.
2.
GTA, require a pre-payment of $200.00. Estimates/rates are good for
12 days and are subject to change. All estimates are subject to a weight
& measurement verification and fuel surcharge.
3.The
customer shall provide alternate contacts in case of delay for whatever
reason at either pickup or delivery. The customer shall designate a
person to act as their agent at the point of pickup and/or delivery
if for any reason they are unavailable. GTA will not be responsible
for tow charges, yard charges, or re-delivery charges incurred due to
customer's inability to provide alternate contacts.
4.
While every effort will be made pickup and delivery dates are only estimates
and there is no guarantee. GTA cannot guarantee any specific pickup
or delivery dates due to scheduling, other customer delays, engine problems,
road conditions, Mother Nature, medical issues, etc. After scheduling
has been confirmed with an authorized carrier/transporter the contact
person at the origin will be notified via a telephone message or email
message by GTA in advance. At this point GTA has fulfilled our service
agreement. However we will follow thru with any questions, concerns
or issues you have during the transport of your vehicle.
5.
The customer agrees to make full disclosure to GTA regarding operational
status of the vehicle prior to finalizing this agreement. If the customer’s
vehicle is unable to be driven on and off the transport under its own
power, if vehicle's brakes are insufficient to stop the vehicle, or
if for any reason the vehicle is found to be inoperable, a minimum charge
of $150 will be added at customer's expense, no exceptions.
6.
Additional terms and conditions apply to the transporter and appear
on the Bill of Lading/Condition Report. The customer and his/her agents
agree to fully inspect the vehicle at both pickup and delivery, and
note any and all damages on the carrier's Bill of Lading/Condition Report
BEFORE the driver leaves. Any claims for damages not noted on the Condition
Report will not be honored! Pls make sure you inspect your vehicle completely.
GTA will not be responsible for any damages. This means that any and
all claims for damage must be made directly through the carrier that
transported your vehicle.
7.
The customer/shipper will also be responsible for preparing the vehicle
for transport including: disarming any alarms, removing any loose parts,
accessories, hanging spoilers, etc…. The carrier/transporter will
not be responsible for: freezing of engine, cooling system, batteries,
or leaking fluids, any exhaust system, mufflers, tail pipes or any mechanical
malfunction damage to include engine, transmission, rear end, wiring
systems, stereo systems, air bags, brakes, clutches, computerized components
(anything that’s is mechanical or electrical). The carrier/transporter
will not be responsible for any convertible tops that are loose, torn,
or have visible wear. This includes any canvas or material covering.
8.
Customer agrees that the vehicle is free of contents. Absolutely No
firearms, alcohol, hazardous materials, contraband, household goods,
or illegal substances may be in the vehicle. Vehicles are subject to
inspection by the DOT and/or State Police. If in fact the vehicle is
loaded with personal items the carrier/transporter may charge additional
fees for overloading and may also decline in the transport of your vehicle(s).
If your vehicle(s) are declined pick up by the carrier/transporter GTA
will resubmit your information to the dispatching department for rescheduling
and there will be a $65.00 rescheduling fee. You the customer may also
be charged a $65.00 reposting fee for the vehicle (s) not being there,
if it’s been moved, or unavailable. This fee is ONLY good if the
carrier has given proper notification in advance before the pickup or
delivery of the vehicle (s) the carrier/transporter can also charge
a dry load fee for the reason listed above.
9.
Unless the order has been pre-paid, or other arrangements have been
made, Shipper shall pay all COD amounts upon pick up or delivery, including
any additional charges, in cash or certified funds to the transport
company. In the event that said forms of payments are not available
at delivery the Shipper shall be responsible for any and all storage
fee. In order to affect pick up/delivery the Shipper agrees to meet
the transport/carrier at a specified time and place if necessary. Customer
agrees that giving his/her shipping information and/or credit card number
to GTA via telephone constitutes verbal authorization to proceed and
all terms and conditions will apply.
10.
You may cancel your order at any time; cancellations must be made in
writing via e-mail or fax. Once the cancellation has been received it
will be submitted to the accounting dept. for the refund process. However
if a transporter/carrier was assigned to pick up your vehicle before
the cancellation came through there is no refund due. If your cancellation
request is received before 15 days from the date available $150.00 will
be refunded. If your cancellation is received after 15 days from the
date available we will refund the entire $200.00.
11.
If for any reason we receive a check that has been returned there will
be a fee of $20.00 and is due upon receipt. If we have not received
payment within 30 days, your account will be turned over for collections
and all collection fees will be your responsibility.
12.
We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who violates any of
the terms and conditions written above. |