Moving down to the lower 48? There are several questions you should ask yourself before deciding whether to sell or ship your car. Anchorage-based vehicle shipping company Wrightway Auto Carriers has moved cars both to and from Alaska for over 60 years and explains what you should consider below:

• What Is My Car’s Current Value? There is more than one way to decide this. One obvious way is to look up your vehicle’s Bluebook value and decide if it’s currently worth selling. But for many people, a more relevant way to determine their car’s worth is to consider how useful it is for their own purposes. If your car is unique or customized in some way, holds sentimental value, or is relatively new, you might prefer car shipping over selling.

• Do I Have Enough Time to Sell? Selling a car can take anywhere from a few days to several months, depending on what you’re willing to take for it. If your move date is rapidly approaching and you don’t want to settle for a low price, auto shipping might be a better choice than selling. 

• Am I Coming Back To Alaska? If you’re planning to return to Alaska, car shipping allows you to continue driving your preferred vehicle without the hassle of buying a new one in an unfamiliar place, only to debate shipping or selling all over again once you plan to return. If you’re leaving permanently, it might be more convenient to sell now if it’s an old vehicle. But if it’s only a few years old and has plenty of miles left on it, vehicle shipping is your best option. 

If you need car shipping to or from Alaska, ask Wrightway Auto Carriers about their six- or 10-day transit options. To request a quote from the fully insured auto shipping professionals, call (907) 277-4549 or use their online form.