Our team has been in the car shipping industry for a long time. We worked for some of the largest brokers and knew there was a better way to do things.

So we set out to create a company that would be different. We want to walk you through how the process works and we guarantee to match any price you hear from a competitor.

We're a scrappy team that looks forward to earning your business.

Preparing your car for the Miami to New York route is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your vehicle - this includes toll passes like SunPass or E-ZPass, GPS devices, phone chargers, and any loose items that could shift during the 1,200-mile journey.

Clean your car inside and out before pickup. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection process. Take photos of your vehicle from multiple angles as documentation.

Make sure your car has no more than a quarter tank of gas - this reduces weight and meets DOT safety requirements. Remove or secure any external accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could be damaged by wind or low bridges.

Have one working key ready for the driver. Your car needs to start and move easily for loading and unloading. If your vehicle has any mechanical issues, let us know upfront.

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips guide. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup in Miami and safe delivery to New York City.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Miami, FL to New York City, NY. All Sakaem Logistics carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance before we work with them.

We verify each carrier's insurance is active and valid for your entire Miami to NYC shipment. This coverage protects your vehicle against damage during loading, transport, and unloading. You'll receive the carrier's insurance details before your car ships.

Pro tip: Take photos of your vehicle before pickup in Miami and after delivery in New York City. This helps document your car's condition and speeds up any insurance claims if needed.

Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards because we believe every customer deserves peace of mind when shipping their vehicle along this busy East Coast route.

For car shipping from Miami to New York City, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and group your vehicle with other shipments heading north.

Booking early offers several benefits:

• Better pricing: Early bookings often cost less than last-minute requests
• More carrier options: Popular routes like Miami to NYC fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: You can choose pickup dates that work best for you

If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup within 3-7 days, but expect higher rates for expedited shipping. During peak seasons (summer and winter), book even earlier to secure your spot.

Ready to ship your car? Get your free quote today and lock in your Miami pickup date.

We accept all forms of payment. We can arrange credit cards or arrange for you to pay the carrier directly through cash/certified check. We even accept payment via Cash/Zelle/Venmo.

Your shipment with SAKAEM includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If your shipment includes ocean transit (Hawaii shipments), your vehicle must be emptied of all items. SAKAEM and your assigned carrier are not responsible for personal items left inside your vehicle. See our Auto Transport Process Article for more details.

A designated (adult) must be present at pickup and delivery. This designated person plays an important role in the shipping process including documenting the state of the vehicle and signing the Bill of Lading, which acts as a receipt of the vehicle's condition.

When shipping your car from Miami, FL to New York City, NY, you have two main transport options:

Open Auto Transport:
• Your car rides on an open trailer (like car dealership trucks)
• Costs 30-50% less than enclosed transport
• Your vehicle is exposed to weather and road debris
• Perfect for everyday cars in good condition
• Most popular choice for the Miami to NYC route

Enclosed Auto Transport:
• Your car travels inside a covered trailer
• Costs 50-70% more than open transport
• Complete protection from weather, dust, and road debris
• Best for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint
• Limited availability but worth it for high-value vehicles

Bottom line: If your car is worth under $30,000 and in daily-driver condition, open transport saves you money. For expensive or pristine vehicles making the 1,280-mile journey from Miami to NYC, enclosed transport provides peace of mind that's worth the extra cost.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service from Miami, FL to New York City, NY. This means our carrier will pick up your vehicle at your home, office, or preferred address in Miami and deliver it directly to your chosen location in New York City.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup address in Miami and delivery address in NYC. Our driver will contact you to schedule convenient pickup and delivery times that work with your schedule.

Important note: In rare cases where large trucks cannot safely access your exact address (due to low bridges, narrow streets, or parking restrictions), we'll arrange pickup or delivery at a nearby safe location like a shopping center or gas station. This is common in some NYC neighborhoods with tight parking or commercial restrictions.

Door-to-door service typically adds 1-2 days to your shipping timeline compared to terminal-to-terminal options, but most customers find the convenience worth it for this popular Miami to New York route.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, electric vehicles, vans and motorcycles across all 48 continental states + Hawaii. Our services even provide shipment for golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship vehicles that don't run so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. The only exception is boats, which we do not transport.

Visit SAKAEM Logistics' FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!