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Enclosed Auto Transport

New York to Florida Car Shipping

We run enclosed transport between the New York area and Florida, a lane of roughly 1,280 miles down the I-95 corridor. Snowbirds, collectors and part-time Florida residents use it every season to move a car south for the winter or north for the summer. Pickup covers Manhattan, Long Island, Westchester, northern New Jersey and Connecticut, with delivery to destinations across Florida.

Distance
About 1,280 driving miles (I-95 corridor)
Service
Enclosed or open transport, our own trucks
Insurance
Up to $4,000,000 on enclosed transport
Quote
Free custom quote by email within 24 hours, final price
Pickup areas
Manhattan, Long Island, Westchester, northern New Jersey, Connecticut
Delivery areas
Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Naples, Fort Myers, Sarasota, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville

Why Owners Choose Enclosed for This Drive

I-95 south of New York carries a lot of traffic and a lot of road debris over 1,280 miles, and an open carrier exposes a car to all of it. An enclosed trailer keeps the paint and trim away from grit, weather and whatever the truck ahead kicks up. For a Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes G-Class or any car worth protecting, that's the difference people notice on arrival.

We own and run our own enclosed trucks rather than handing the job to someone else, so the same equipment handles the vehicle start to finish. Insurance on enclosed transport goes up to $4,000,000, compared to the roughly $250,000 many other carriers offer. Inside the trailer we use soft straps rather than hard straps, plus seat covers, a steering wheel cover and floor protection.

Pickup in the New York Area, Delivery Across Florida

We pick up in Manhattan, Long Island, Westchester, northern New Jersey and Connecticut. Home delivery is free unless the address is restricted or difficult for a truck to reach, which can come up with some gated communities and condo buildings. In those cases we work out a nearby meeting point that still works for both sides.

On the Florida end we cover Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Naples, Fort Myers, Sarasota, Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville. The driver calls or texts before arriving so someone is ready to meet the truck. At pickup and again at delivery, the driver does a walk-around inspection with the customer, and someone needs to sign off at both ends.

Booking and What Happens on Pickup Day

The process starts with a free custom quote by email, typically within 24 hours, and that quote is the final price with no fees added afterward. A deposit is due when you book, with the balance due at delivery, paid by Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover or ACH. Before pickup, have the vehicle registration, license and insurance ready for the driver.

Cars can travel with a full tank, and depending on the transport and the vehicle's weight, the driver may be able to carry some luggage or cargo as long as the vehicle can still be driven safely. Trailers fit vehicles up to 90.5 inches wide, which covers most of what our clients ship, including exotics and race cars. Our office supports customers 24/7, every truck runs GPS monitoring, and the driver stays in touch with updates during the trip.

A Lane That Runs Both Ways, Season After Season

This lane runs in both directions all year. Snowbirds send a car down to southwest Florida in the fall and bring it back north in the spring, and we handle that same round trip for plenty of customers season after season. Ed K, a car collector, has shipped his car between New York and southwest Florida with us for ten years, and he says it arrives as clean as it went in.

Many Florida deliveries on this lane go to condo buildings and gated communities, especially around Naples, Fort Myers and Sarasota. The driver calls ahead to sort out gate or loading-area access before the truck shows up. Climate controlled storage is also available if a car needs to sit in Florida before the owner arrives.

Do You Have Questions?

01

Do you ship the same car back north in the spring?

Yes, we run this lane in both directions all year, and customers who send a car south for the winter often book us again to bring it back in the spring.

02

Can you get a truck into a gated community or condo building in Florida?

In most cases, yes. Home delivery is free unless the address is restricted or hard for a truck to enter, and when that happens we arrange a nearby spot to meet instead.

03

How wide a vehicle fits in your enclosed trailer?

Up to 90.5 inches wide. We've shipped vehicles like the Lamborghini Aventador, Pagani Huayra and Mercedes G550 4x4 in that space.

04

What documents does the driver need at pickup in New York?

Vehicle registration, license and insurance. The driver also does a walk-around inspection with you before loading, so plan to be there when the truck arrives.

05

Can I leave personal items in the car for the drive to Florida?

Depending on the transport and the vehicle's weight, the driver may be able to carry some luggage or cargo, as long as the vehicle can still be driven safely. Check with us when you book so it's accounted for.

Recent Reviews From Our Clients

I've been transporting my car back and forth from New York to southwest Florida for the last ten years. AutoBox Express has been the best company I've used. They have always picked up and delivered as they promised and their vehicles are immaculate. My car is delivered as clean as it went into the truck. Their drivers are very polite and go out of their way to accommodate the customer. I recommended them to all my friends and family. Kudos to Mike and his staff for an outstanding job well done. Call you in October.
Ed K Car Collector
Thank you AutoBox Express for transporting my new vehicle, Ferrari 488 Spider. Pick up and delivery right on time and most importantly, amazing communication.
Ivo K Ferrari 488 Spider Owner
The team at AutoBox Express always does an outstanding job with my clients. Everything is handled professionally and every exotic car is shipped without any damage. I've only trusted them for the past 3 years to handle my client's cars, keep up the great work.
Taylor S Owner of Iconic Experiences USA

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