Terms and Agreement

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.