A 1976 Ford LTD Crown Victoria finished transporting a car from Pleasant Prairie in Wisconsin to Lexa in Arkansas. This was organized by a booking made on January 15th for the first available pickup on January 16th. Assignment to the carrier occurred on January 17th, and pickup took place within 48 hours of the assignment.
The LTD is from the final year of the fifth generation before Ford overhauled their full-size car lineup. The cars were available with a 460 cubic inch V8 and those infamous opera windows. The Crown Victoria trim came with an upgraded interior and more chrome accessories.
Open Transport: Working for Sturdy Classics
They employed the use of the open three-car hauler for the move. Many classic car owners believe that they require the use of enclosed transport for their classic cars. This is actually incorrect. The 1976 LTD Crown Victoria is made of steel and is designed for use on the roadways. It is designed to withstand the weather and road conditions.
The open transportation of cars is less costly than enclosed transportation. The difference in cost can be significant. At other times, you are looking at 40-60 percent less. Open transport is less expensive when compared to other enclosed transport methods. Sometimes, the difference is quite drastic. It could be anywhere from 40 to 60 percent lower. If you own a classic car that is mechanically good but does not have show car paint, you could opt for open transport. Your car has been properly secured through wheel straps or tie-downs. This is how modern open transporters transport a 2024 version or a 1976 sedan.
Route and Timeline Breakdown
Pleasant Prairie is located in the southeast corner of the state of Wisconsin along the Illinois border near the city of Kenosha. Lexa is located in Phillips County, in the Delta of Arkansas. Distance is approximately 700 miles via prominent shipping routes.
The likely route took it south through Illinois on I-57. Then it continued on, though it cannot be determined exactly at this point, to link up with I-55 through Missouri and then Arkansas. The route takes it through St. Louis and Memphis. Both of these cities are prominent auto transport carriers. Booking Schedule: It is evident that activities progressed efficiently. The car was available on January 16th. Carrier assignment was received on the following day. Pickup and deliveries were done quickly, with the car delivered to its destination in Arkansas on January 18th.
Why Speed Matters
Fastest time slots occur when several conditions come together at the same time. Routes from Wisconsin to Arkansas involve busy routes because they connect several centers of population. There are not many routes that do not require several detours on the journey from Pleasant Prairie to Lexa.
Another factor is the capacity of the hauling unit. Smaller hauling units travel faster compared to the nine-car open trailers. They are also easier to handle and take less time at each stop. This is because a three-car hauler typically equates to having one or two other units on the route compared to having seven or eight pickups. Weather in the middle of January might be slow in transport in the Midwest. The transport in this shipment occurred during a clear window. The presence of winter might also introduce some delays when roads become icy and snow-covered. The two-day delivery was a success.
Delivery Completion
The vehicle arrived in Lexa on the 18th of January. The delivery of the vehicle took two days from the time it left. The receiver inspected the LTD and signed the delivery Bill of Lading. The transportation ended without any problems.
This is how classic car transport can go smoothly if the route, timing, and transport vehicle meet the right criteria. The transport of 700 miles took place through known transport routes. There was smooth loading and securing of the vehicles by the transport company. The transport timeline went as planned due to favorable weather and logistical timing.
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Transport Summary
- Origin: Pleasant Prairie, WI (Southeastern Wisconsin, near Kenosha)
- Destination: Lexa, AR (Phillips County, Delta region)
- Vehicle type and condition: 1976 Ford LTD Crown Victoria (Operable, driver-quality classic)
- Distance: over 700 miles
- Primary routes: I-57 S through Illinois, I-55 S through Missouri and Arkansas (via St. Louis and Memphis)
- Service type: Open three-car hauler
- Transit time: 2 days (48 hours from pickup to delivery)
- Season context: Mid-January (winter)
See also: Wisconsin to Arkansas Car Shipping
