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 Posted: Jan 12, 2018 09:33AM
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Whee, l see the other post on OZ doors, if you want, think about replacing the pick up rear window with a slider for air flow, l have saw a couple installed, look good and do the job

Big AL

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 Posted: Jan 9, 2018 12:07PM
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Yes indeed. Was easy with Al.

Shipping is booked with Iain - no delivery date yet.

 Posted: Jan 8, 2018 07:44AM
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whee..  you were very lucky that Mini Mover  was with you at the Border..   CBP   does  this to everyone. and then REFUSE  the  RHD cars these days.  or hold for days, or even weeks., months. .   post a photo when you get it.. later bc

 Posted: Jan 7, 2018 11:03PM
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Whee..  heard you had quite the EXPERIENCE at the US/ Canada border..  Sure glad that  big al had THE letter from Legal of NHTSA over importing RHD cars..  when does the pick up arrive in Colo?/ btw.. just staring my pick up.. all the body work done..  doing engine/tranny and wiring this month.. later bc 
Just got back home. Should have date for Colo arrival soon I hope. Was even harder getting across the border the 2nd time. They (US immigration) pulled me over, made me wait and then told me I was a visa overstay. Idiots. All this because their system shows I didn't leave before my visa expired back in 1994 - well of course not, I converted to a permanent resident before it expired. You'd think my US passport would be a hint that I'm legal. Annoying.

 Posted: Jan 7, 2018 09:17AM
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Whee..  heard you had quite the EXPERIENCE at the US/ Canada border..  Sure glad that  big al had THE letter from Legal of NHTSA over importing RHD cars..  when does the pick up arrive in Colo?/ btw.. just staring my pick up.. all the body work done..  doing engine/tranny and wiring this month.. later bc 

 Posted: Jan 7, 2018 12:51AM
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Uship if its the company I am thinking of has a nice surprise after you book, A booking fee or some other crap. I was not pleased last time I used them.

 Posted: Jan 2, 2018 05:39PM
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whee.. I use Iain about twice a month .sometimes more.. excellent service and never a problem...  later b c

 Posted: Jan 2, 2018 03:35PM
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@ MiniMike - Niagara Falls NY to Denver CO. Sometime in January after the 8th

@ Cheleker & Malsal - thank you.

@ BC - Thank you. I talked to Iain this morning. Sounds like a good guy. Am going to complete details once I've confirmed I've successfully got the car across the border from Canada this Friday.

 Posted: Dec 31, 2017 10:13PM
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whee... just call my guy Iain. at www.bkktransport.com in chicago. and ask for enclosed . he is the BEST.. later b c

 Posted: Dec 31, 2017 09:56PM
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Along woth all the other points mentioned make sure whoever you choose to transport the Mini follows through with the whole trip with the car in their possesion. Sometimes loads get dropped off and picked up by another hauler and that is when damage, late arrivals, excuses and other problems arise.
As you are using an enclosed trailer you will probably end up with a mom and pop company which is imo in the hauling world a good thing.

If in doubt, flat out. Colin Mc Rae MBE 1968-2007.

Give a car more power and it goes faster on the straights,
make a car lighter and it's faster everywhere. Colin Chapman.

 Posted: Dec 31, 2017 09:08PM
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Once you've come up with a company to do the shipping, and if your car will be shipped with several others, post a note in big letters on the inside of the windscreen indicating that the car will need the Choke used to start it when cold. And label the Choke. Then walk through the process with the driver when the car is picked up (if he understands English).
Multiple car trailers often end up having cars moved on and off during the travel and there aren't many drivers who know what a choke is anymore!

 Posted: Dec 31, 2017 07:35PM
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what city's are you going from and to.  You might be able to get a board member to add a second car and lessen the cost.

You want to know if they're insured, time of travel, inside or outside transport, references from previous customers, and get a certificate of insurance and a contract from them before they pick up the car.

you should also take the vin from the seller and insure the car for what ever amount you think it's worth.  No telling what might happen, and it's nice to know it's got insurance on it.

 Posted: Dec 31, 2017 03:09PM
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Preparing to ship a Mini about 1,500 miles. Getting quotes from a couple of brokers, and also have an "auction" going on uship.

What questions should I be asking the brokers/shippers?

Haven't done this for many years, so especially interested in those who have recent experience.

Thanks!

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