It is tough to gauge when prices will be lowest,
because the cost of diesel fuel plays a large role. And fuel price fluctuations
are influenced by irregular events, such as the recent embargo on Iran oil.
However, if you do not have time constraints on when you ship your car, keep
the following in mind for finding lower prices:
Fuel Prices Tend to Rise in the summer
Summertime is when more people travel and consume
more fuel, so fuel prices in general tend to rise across the US. Therefore,
prices for shipping your vehicle are likely to be a bit higher in the summer.
Prices Tend to Increase for Snowbirds
A high demand from snowbirds who head south for the
winter and north for the summer can affect prices. So, if you are shipping your
car south in the fall or shipping it north in the spring, prices can be a bit
higher.
While prices do vary by time of year, the best time
to ship your car is when it is most convenient for you. Even taking the above
issues into account, seasonal fluctuations in price are typically 10-15% of the
price or less.
