Door to Door Car Delivery Service for Snowbirds
We all know that winter weather in Canada can be brutal. Between the arctic winds and the heavy snowfall, it’s no surprise that over a million Canadian snowbirds travel south every winter to escape the cold winter months. Whether it’s Florida, Arizona, Texas, or Georgia, warmer climes are calling—the only barrier is the long drive it takes to get there. That’s where we come in.
With our snowbird car transport service, you can enjoy having access to your own vehicle all winter long without having to drive it all the way to your destination first. Hand us the keys, hop on a short flight, and we will meet you at the airport (or an address of your choosing) when you arrive. Then, when it comes time to go back home, we will happily do return journey as well.
Common Snowbird Destinations
Our snowbird car transport service covers all major U.S. snowbird destinations. Here are a just a few of the most common snowbird destinations we drive to and from.
Florida Car Transport
Millions of Canadians flock to Florida each winter for its sunny beaches, warm climate, and thriving communities. Whether you have a second home down in Florida, or are renting a condo for the season, we can help get your vehicle there with ease.
Arizona Car Transport
Offering a drier climate than Florida, Arizona is America’s sunniest state and is especially popular as a snowbird destination for Canadians from the Prairie provinces. Leave the long drive to us, and we’ll meet you with your car in the Grand Canyon State.
California Car Transport
Southern California offers perhaps the most consistently pleasant weather in the United States. It isn’t surprising that the rugged coastline, sandy beaches, and world-class golf courses of the Golden State attracts throngs of Canadian snowbirds each winter.
Texas Car Transport
Southern Texas enjoys the same climate as Florida, without the crowds and hefty price tags. Beach destinations like South Padre Island are especially popular amongst Canadian snowbirds, while cities like Austin and Houston draw long-term visitors as well.
Why Choose Cross Country Valet?
Your Choice of Delivery Date
At Cross Country Valet, we work around your schedule – not the other way around. Whatever date and time you want your car delivered to you, we will make it happen. Many of our clients ask for their vehicles to be waiting for them at the airport when they touch down, so they can go straight from the airplane to the car. Our goal is to make your vehicle delivery as quick, convenient, and hassle-free as possible.
Load Up Your Car with Stuff
Unlike sending your car on a transport truck, there are no limits to how much stuff you can pack in your car when you work with us. Many trucking companies only allow up to 100 pounds of additional household goods to be stored in a vehicle that is being shipped to or from a destination south of the border. With Cross Country Valet, you can pack it full of luggage, golf clubs, and other household goods.
Trusted Team
of Drivers
Some other driveaway services outsource their driving jobs to strangers they find on online forums who are looking to take a road trip, requiring little more than a valid driver’s license from them. We do things differently. We work with the same team of professional drivers for each and every job, all of whom have been thoroughly screened and vetted. You can trust that your car is in safe and trustworthy hands with us.
Save Time & Money Versus a Truck
Sending your car with a driveaway service like ours is almost always less expensive than sending it on a transport truck. It’s also a lot quicker. Depending on your pick-up and drop-off addresses, we can typically get your car delivered to your destination in just 2-3 days. On a truck, it can take a full week or two, depending on your destination. Choosing us means more time with your car and more money in your pocket.
How Does Driveaway Work?
A driveaway service means that your vehicle is driven personally from your home address in Canada to your destination address in the United States by an experienced, professional driver. Compared to shipping your vehicle on a transport truck, a driveaway service is:
- Quicker
- Lower-Cost
- More Customizable
- Less Restrictive
When you work with Cross Country Valet, we will handle all the required paperwork to temporarily import your vehicle into the United States without your presence. As a registered carrier with U.S. Customs & Border Control, we are familiar with the various laws and procedures. Your vehicle will be fully insured during the duration of the trip under your existing insurance policy.
FAQs About Snowbird Car Transport
How much does the snowbird vehicle delivery service cost?
The cost of the snowbird delivery service is custom for each trip and depends on many factors including the specific date, the pick-up address, and the drop-off address. Reach out to us with your details to obtain an exact quote.
Are you authorized to transport vehicles across the border without my presence?
Yes, all we require from you is a letter indicating that you have given us your permission to transport your vehicle into the United States. As a registered commercial vehicle carrier with U.S. Customs & Border Control, we handle all the required paperwork and work with a customs broker when required to ensure a smooth transaction.
What about insurance?
The vast majority of Canadian car insurance policies come with permissive use insurance coverage. This means that you still have coverage if another driver operates your vehicle, as long as you have given them permission to do so. In the unlikely event that an at-fault insurance claim occurs while we are in possession of your vehicle, we will pay the deductible.
Can you pick my car up from anywhere in Canada or the U.S.?
As a Canadian company, we can deliver vehicles to and from anywhere within Canada. At this time, however, trips must either start or finish at a Canadian address. This means we can deliver a vehicle from an address in Canada to an address in the United States, or vice versa, but we are unable to deliver a vehicle between a U.S. address and another U.S. address.
Are you able to transport any type of vehicle?
We transport almost every vehicle type, as long as it has four wheels and requires a standard driver’s license to operate. The car has to be in drivable condition. We can also tow a small trailer upon request.