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Old 26-07-2021, 02:28 AM   #1
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Default East Coast - Non Runner Transportation

A decade ago, there were a good few operators hauling cars/trailers/caravans point-to-point at fair rates. Typically three vehicles, maybe more if camper trailers.

What’s happened to this trade - I can’t seem to find similar services now? Surely caravans and trailers are still dragged along the Princes/M31/M1 etc all the time?

I’m stuck with a registered, insured car I can’t fetch from Melbourne to Sydney myself, it is in need of a (complicated) timing belt and an hydraulic pump - so not exactly driveable long distances, but work I can readily tackle up here. Has anyone suggestions about haulage contractors?
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Old 26-07-2021, 07:18 AM   #2
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I’ve used Alans Unique car carriers to move trailers and race cars from Melbourne to Sydney.
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"not exactly driveable long distance"..... an it be driven on and off the truck?
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Old 26-07-2021, 07:57 AM   #4
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Thanks hawke, will investigate.

Quite a few websites touting services, when you drill down to who it is behind, the results are “interesting”. One percenters and panel shops would seem to be among them.
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Old 26-07-2021, 08:08 AM   #5
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Give Webtow a call...
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Old 18-08-2021, 07:18 PM   #6
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It’s coming with Webtow next week, subject to Covid clearances and border permits. Thanks for all suggestions.
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And touchdown! It’s like an established tree…
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