Terms and Conditions of Agreement:
1. NeedACarShipped a is a registered and bonded property broker . This agreement between the customer, (hereinafter referred to as "Customer"), and NeedACarShipped  allows to contract with another licensed and insured Motor Carrier to transport the vehicle(s) described in this shipping order.
2. Carrier will pick up and deliver as close to your door as legally and as safely as possible. A mutually agreeable place to load or unload may be necessary because of low hanging trees, low hanging wires, narrow streets and residential area restrictions.
3. NeedACarShipped shall provide Customer with an estimated pick up and estimated delivery date. However, delays may occur prior to, and/or during transport due to weather, road conditions, mechanical problems, etc. There are absolutely no guarantees regarding pick-up or delivery times and dates. NeedACarShipped / Carrier shall not be held responsible for loss or damages occasioned by delays of any kind or for any reason, car rental fees or any accommodation fees. NeedACarShipped / Carrier shall not be held liable for failure of mechanical or operating parts of your vehicle.
4. NeedACarShipped / Carrier jointly and separately are authorized to operate and transport his/her or their motor vehicle between its pick up location and the destination set forth on this shipping order-bill of lading.
5. Customer must prepare vehicle for transport. All loose parts, fragile accessories, low hanging spoilers, etc. must be removed or secured. Shipper shall remove all non-permanent outside mounted luggage and other racks prior to shipment. Vehicles must be tendered to carrier in good running condition (unless otherwise noted) with no more than a half tank of fuel (prefer 1/4 tank).Any part of the vehicle that falls off during transport is the Customer's responsibility including damages caused by said part to any vehicles(s) and/or person involved.
6. Customer must disarm any alarm system installed in the vehicle or provide proper instructions for this matter. In the event said alarm sounds and there are no keys or instructions to turn it off, carrier may silence alarm by any means.
7. Luggage and personal property must be confined to trunk, with no heavy articles, and not to exceed 100 lbs.. Carrier and NeedACarShipped is not liable for personal items left in vehicle, nor for damage caused to vehicle from excessive or improper loading of personal items. No personal property shall be transported in customer's vehicle(s) that includes but is not limited to Explosives, Firearms, Ammunition, Flammable Products, Narcotics, Negotiable and Legal Papers, Alcoholic Beverages, Jewelry, Furs, Money, Live Pets, Live Plants or any unlawful contraband. Customer agrees that NeedACarShipped / Carrier may confiscate or dispose of said items with no remuneration. NeedACarShipped and Carrier will not be held responsible for delivery of personal property. If Customer wishes to put items in the vehicle he does so at his own risk.
8. If the vehicle is inoperable or oversize (dual or oversize wheels, extra-large, racks, lifted, limo, etc.), Customer must inquire as to extra charges. If NeedACarShipped is not advised of inoperable or oversized vehicles prior to pick-up, all extra charges must be paid in cash or money order upon delivery.
9. Once a carrier has been assigned to pick up and transport Customer's vehicle NeedACarShipped notifies the Customer by phone.
10. If the Customer cancels his order, prior to the assignment of a Carrier, the deposit paid will be refunded in full. However, if the Customer decides to cancel his order after a truck has been assigned to that order a $150.00 charge will be charged to your credit card you provided to NeedACarShipped .
11. The Customer agrees that NeedACarShipped has the right to reject any order for any reason at any time.
12. At the time of pick up, Customer and Carrier will carefully inspect the vehicle for pre-existing damage by completing a vehicle inspection report. The Carrier and Customer will both acknowledge the condition of the vehicle and Customer will sign and receive a copy of the bill of lading.
13. At the time of delivery, Customer and Carrier will carefully inspect the vehicle for transportation damages. The Carrier and Customer will both acknowledge the condition of the vehicle and Customer will sign and receive a final copy of the bill of lading.
14. Damage must be noted in the proper place on the Bill of lading and signed by the Customer, regardless of weather or time of day. Signing the bill of lading and inspection report without notation of any damage verifies that Customer has received vehicle(s) in satisfactory condition, and that NeedACarShipped, Carrier, and their agents are relieved of any further responsibility. Trucking damage claims are covered by a minimum of 3/4 of million dollars public liability and property damage. All claims must be submitted in writing within 24 hours of delivery. NeedACarShipped will share the carrier insurance policy upon request. Department of Transportation regulations require that all claims be filed in writing and all tariffs be paid in full before claim can be processed.
15. Carrier accepts responsibility of vehicle after pre-inspection is done and is signed by the Customer. Carrier responsibility will end when the vehicle is delivered and Customer signs final inspection.
16. NeedACarShipped / Carrier will not be responsible for damage caused by acts of God, hail or storm damage. Carrier/transporter will not be responsible for any damages caused by freezing of engine, cooling system, batteries, or due to leaking fluids, etc.The carrier/transporter will not be responsible for any exhaust system, mufflers, tail pipes, or any mechanical function damage to include engine, transmission, rear end, drive trains, wiring systems, air bags, clutches, computerized components (anything that 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 coverings.
17. The Customer shall, in their absence, designate a person to act as their agent at the point of pick up and/or delivery, if for any reason they are unavailable.
18. Customer warrants that he/she will pay the transportation price/deposit due to NeedACarShipped / Carrier, for delivered vehicles, and will not seek to charge back a credit card or stop a check to offset any dispute for damage claims and/or delays etc.. It is the Customer's responsibility to have any payment due when the Carrier arrives. All payments for Carrier must be in the form of Cash, Cashier's check or Money order - No exceptions. Certified funds must be made payable to the delivering car carrier and not -NeedACarShipped . Personal checks or credit cards will NOT be accepted for the remaining balance - No exceptions! The Customer agrees that if the payment cannot be made by these methods, the vehicle/item will be stored at the Customer's expense until Customer pays in full all transport charges. Should the Customer be unable to accept delivery for any reason, the vehicle/item will be placed in storage. Any and all storage and delivery charges will be the responsibility of the Customer.
This agreement and any shipment here under is subject to all terms and conditions of the carrier's tariff and the uniform straight bill of lading, copies of which are available at the office of the carrier.
This supersedes all prior written or oral representation of NeedACarShipped and constitutes the entire agreement between Customer and NeedACarShipped and may not be changed except in writing signed by an officer of NeedACarShipped.
NeedACarShipped ' U.S. Department of Transportation Broker's license number is 667827 .
