However, transporting a Chevrolet Corvette is not simply loading an average sedan because the low height and unique design of this car will make the loading process very important.
The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette for transportation was taken from Tempe, Arizona to Austin, Texas, which means that the distance was about 1,011 miles. The car was fully operational and was transported by enclosed trailer.
Shipping a sports car between two states may require special care; however, choosing proper equipment and preparation of the vehicle before transportation will make everything much easier. Let us consider the shipping route in more details.
The Route
The movement started from Tempe, AZ 85281, which is near Phoenix, and ended in Austin, TX 78754. This movement spans for about 1011 miles across the Southwest until it reaches the state’s capital city.
This route does not cover coast-to-coast travel but still requires some travel via the roads. By arranging the transportation, the owner gets another option other than doing the trip by himself and adding to the car’s mileage.
Also, one should consider accessibility to pick up and deliver the vehicle. There must be sufficient space for the truck to park the trailer and load/unload the Corvette. In case either location is equipped with a sloping driveway or narrow street that will make it difficult to maneuver the vehicle, you may want to talk beforehand about a different meeting place.
The vehicle in question was operable, and it can be loaded and unloaded to and from the trailer whenever possible. However, this must still allow for clearance.
What to Consider When Shipping a 2015 Chevrolet Corvette
However, the lowered stance of the Corvette is one of its distinctive characteristics which calls for extra care during loading.
For a low profile sports car being loaded on a ramp, the ramp angle compared to the trailer deck may be a contributing factor since the vehicle can scrape the front bumper and undercarriage when the angle is too steep. With proper ramps, careful placement of the vehicle and a cautious loading process, the probability of scraping could be reduced.
Another thing that should be ensured during loading is that the vehicle can be safely secured without touching fragile exterior elements of the car.
Before picking up the vehicle, the owner can assist by taking good pictures of the condition of the car. Special attention should be paid to the front splitter or bumper, lower parts of the body, wheels, scratches, dents, etc. Reviewing the condition report prior to loading would give you a good idea about the initial condition of the vehicle.
The Corvette was driveable and did not need to be winched because of a non-operational condition. Nevertheless, it still requires special loading equipment.
Enclosed Trailer
Enclosed transport was chosen as the mode of transporting the car from Arizona to Texas.
Enclosed transport differs from the open one because the trailer provides the vehicle with the closed space to protect it from rain, dust, and road debris.
Enclosed transport may seem to be a better choice for sports car owners because it can ensure additional protection for the car’s paint job and exterior. Additionally, it offers some additional level of security for the vehicle when it is being transported.
However, enclosed transport is more expensive compared to open one. Thus, it cannot be considered the best choice for all cars. Open transport can be used by sports car owners that are satisfied with the fact that the car will travel in the open.
For this 2015 Chevrolet Corvette, enclosed transport was chosen.
Transport Summary
- Vehicle: 2015 Chevrolet Corvette
- Pickup: Tempe, AZ 85281
- Delivery: Austin, TX 78754
- Distance: Approximately 1,011 miles
- Condition: Operable
- Transport: Enclosed trailer
