Gerritt Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 My father rang me up from Alberta (Camrose) to ask me every little boys dream.... Would I like his perfectly restored 1984 Harley Davidson Police Special.... (This was the last year the shovelhead was made apparently) Him and I went on alot of memorable trips on that bike when I was a youngster... it has just been fully restored... But he NEEDS it gone due to divorce... What would be the best way to get it here? I looked at flying out, then renting a truck to bring it back... 2300.00 for the truck one way and 179.00 for the flight..... Driving out and back, I loose a weeks wages and am looking at about 1500.00 in fuel and hotels.. Shipping it here.... only quote I received is about 1000.00 from Calgary (300+ kms from Camrose) to Toronto... has anyone every shipped a vehicle within Canada? if so can you recommend a shipping company? I really do not feel like putting my faith in a shipping company I found on the internet for a $15,000.00 motorcycle... Thanks in advance guys! G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Just spoke to my shipping guy and he said to use Trand FRT McNamara and it would be about $500 depending on how easy it is to load and unload. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vance Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 I subscribe to a Canadian Magazine called Old Autos there are two companies who specialize in and regularly advertise the moving of old vehicals anywhere in North America. You never know you might be able to piggy back with the moving of a car for out west. We Will Move You 519-818-6464 Ross Wood at Linwood Logistics 705-887-1130 vance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerritt Posted January 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Thanks guys! Dan I have sent off a request form to your suggestion. Vance, I will call them today.. Thanks again! G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinbanger Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Had a buddy ship his 71 mustang from Calgary to Toronto two years ago for $750 . 10 years prior to that he had used them to ship from toronto to calgary . was a good experience both times he used Searail 1-888-456-5558 that included trucking from Calgary to Edmonton then by rail to Toronto. We will want to see pics of the bike when you get it. TB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shane Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Wow. Too bad it's the middle of winter. I'd fly out there and drive it home for you. No charge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Buck Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Gerritt, Check out via Train... my bro shipped his intrepid to Calgary from here when he moved... I'll look into it further for ya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beans Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Can't help you with the shipping but I thought you might enjoy this: TURPENTINE VS HOLY WATER A little boy was sitting on the curb with a gallon of turpentine,shaking it up and watching all the bubbles. A while later a Priest came along and asked the little boy what he had. The little boy replied, 'This is the most powerful liquid in the world, it's called turpentine.' The Priest said, 'No, the most powerful liquid in the world is Holy Water. If you take some of this Holy Water and rub it on a pregnant woman's belly, she'll pass a healthy baby.' The little boy replied, 'You take some of this turpentine and rub it on a cat's ass, he'll pass a Harley Davidson.' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattletrap2 Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Gerritt, I'm having a brain fart and can't remember the company, but John Derringer on Q107 ships his bike out to the West Coast with this company. He always raves about the great service and care they take with his Harley. I haven't heard the ads for a while now, but someone must remember the company? You are a lucky fellow....now get her and bring her back home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dp3200 Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 If you are going to ship it, I can't urge you enough to use a company that comes recommended by someone you trust. I have had 2 awful experiences. I also have a friend who has had an awful experience. Don't just go with the cheapest place! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 tone z71 Posted January 22, 2009 Report Share Posted January 22, 2009 hey Congrats G thats awesome,not much help on the shipping but can make room in the trailer if ya wanna do Bike week in Daytona next yr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnthmn Posted January 22, 2009 Report Share Posted January 22, 2009 Wow. Too bad it's the middle of winter. I'd fly out there and drive it home for you. No charge. Took the words right outta my mouth I'll talk with my contact at thye shipping company we deal with at work and see if I can get you a quote. If I come up with anything that might be worth while I'll send you a PM. Lookin forward to the pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PERCHER Posted January 22, 2009 Report Share Posted January 22, 2009 All right a fellow Harley owner.I cant give you any suggestions on shipping but when you do get it back we will have to do a few cruises. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandbag Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 Hey Gerritt Just happened to see this on Kijiji today...don't know if it would help or not http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-A...QAdIdZ101501944 Cheers Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daplumma Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 (edited) Ship it down here to me and I'll bring it up there this summer free!I have a spot in a heated garage for it to winter over in.If it has lights and sireeeen I will so pay you to ship it here. Joe Edited January 23, 2009 by Daplumma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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