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Sep 14, 2018 | 09:47 AM

Marshjn

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Hi All,

I am trying to move from Michigan to Texas. One option to move the C7 is through a closed auto transport carrier. Is there any other efficient / cost effective ways ? If carried open, can it be protected through covers of any kind ? Appreciate your inputs in advance

Sep 14, 2018 | 10:47 AM

LbulletM

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You could drive it....

I did the same from Ohio to Texas and Texas to Tennessee.

Sep 14, 2018 | 10:54 AM

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I'd guess shipping on an open trailer would be less risky (in terms of getting chips) than driving it.

Sep 14, 2018 | 11:00 AM

Marshjn

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You could drive it....

I did the same from Ohio to Texas and Texas to Tennessee.

True. Did you put on a nose bra or any protection ? Other issue with driving is it will add 1400 miles. Not that its deal breaker for me but something to think to see if its worth it

Sep 14, 2018 | 11:02 AM

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I'd guess shipping on an open trailer would be less risky (in terms of getting chips) than driving it.

I am wondering if depending on the position you get in the trailer, rock chips / debris damage would vary or not

Sep 14, 2018 | 11:18 AM

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I am wondering if depending on the position you get in the trailer, rock chips / debris damage would vary or not

clear bra would solve it in any case (not to mention continued protection after the move)

Sep 14, 2018 | 12:41 PM

LbulletM

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True. Did you put on a nose bra or any protection ? Other issue with driving is it will add 1400 miles. Not that its deal breaker for me but something to think to see if its worth it

I bought mine originally as my DD, so I wasn't going to obsess over mileage or normal wear and tear (I mean, I even bought the C7 in Colorado and drove it home to Tennessee through a horrible storm). A bumper respray down the road is a lot cheaper than a transport, and washes away a lot of sins from any driving.

Sep 14, 2018 | 07:45 PM

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Do not put a cover on it if using open trailer. Wind will make it scratch the paint

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Sep 14, 2018 | 08:05 PM

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Drive it. It’s a Chevy that’s depreciating in value. It’s fun to drive.

Sep 14, 2018 | 09:03 PM

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I bought my car brand new north of Dallas and had it shipped open trailer to Houston for a couple hundred bucks. They put a big SUV in front of my car so it was well protected. Best to get a spot mid trailer so it's protected or pay the premium for enclosed transport. If you go open trailer and are still concerned I'd use this stuff.
https://protectnpeel.com/

Last edited by PeteC7; Sep 14, 2018 at 09:04 PM.

Sep 14, 2018 | 09:16 PM

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Relocation?

Rent a truck and trailer from uhaul?

Sep 14, 2018 | 09:26 PM

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Quote:

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Other issue with driving is it will add 1400 miles.

I'm sure you have your reasons, but why did you buy a car if not to put miles on it? I certainly don't get it. If trailering though, I would go with enclosed.

Sep 14, 2018 | 09:33 PM

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Rent a truck and trailer from uhaul?

Thats another good option. But then i dont have a truck to pull. If i rent through the truck through u haul, its expensive more expensive than open trailer transport :/

Sep 14, 2018 | 09:36 PM

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I'm sure you have your reasons, but why did you buy a car if not to put miles on it? I certainly don't get it. If trailering though, I would go with enclosed.

I do use it as a daily driver. Have put 15k miles in the last 1.5 years. Im certainly more inclined to driving it at this point. But just weighing out the pros and cons to see if its worth it

Sep 14, 2018 | 09:37 PM

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Thanks so much for your input. I checked the liquid protector film. Defintely consider putting it on and then driving it all the way instead of trailering

Sep 14, 2018 | 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by budgreen3564

Do not put a cover on it if using open trailer. Wind will make it scratch the paint

Got it . Appreciate the input 👍

Sep 14, 2018 | 09:39 PM

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Drive it. It’s a Chevy that’s depreciating in value. It’s fun to drive.

Definitely agreed

Sep 14, 2018 | 10:23 PM

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UHaul. The most efficient and easiest way to DIY....

I use a premier carrier MT, located in Dubuque, IA., exclusively on enclosed cartage that NOBODY beats in service/safety/speed/insurance AND $ !