Nexus understands that your vehicle has value—and that’s why we’re highlighting our experience safely arranging and taking care of a 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti’s shipment from a Sacramento, California, dealership, across the country to a Riverside, Connecticut, residence. This grand tourer, sporting Ferrari’s trademark performance and luxury, posed unique transport requirements we helped meet over its long-distance route totaling about 3,000 miles.
As a qualified broker, we managed this supercar’s delivery from start to finish, giving our customer peace of mind regarding their new prized possession. Keep reading to learn more about how we achieved this high-stakes delivery and how we’ll do the same for your exotic vehicle.
Why a 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti Demands Special Handling
In 2005, the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti sold for a base price of $247,850. Nowadays, you can buy this car in good condition for about $90,800, but any minor damage can significantly alter its value.
So, what contributes to the 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti’s high-end status?
First, this car delivers the performance you’d expect from a Ferrari with its 5.7-liter V12 engine producing 540 horsepower and 434 lb.-ft. of torque, translating to a 4.7-second 0-60 MPH time. Drivers can also maneuver through traffic with little to no shifting. While Ferrari sold its 612 Scaglietti with a 6-speed automated manual paddle shift transmission, you could also configure this model with a 6-speed manual, which has become increasingly rare in today’s supercars. This performance is packaged in gorgeous Ferrari elements, such as a sleek Pininfarina-designed exterior with a coupe body style, aluminum body panels, and a full leather interior.
Special Handling Considerations for a Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
While visually-appealing, vehicles with low ground clearances, such as this Ferrari, are more vulnerable to hazards like:
Scraping
Undercarriage damage
Door or side panel dings
Wheel and tire damage
Front and rear bumper damage
Alignment issues from sudden jolts or improper securing
The 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti also features an aluminum spaceframe chassis and body panels, which are more prone to dents. When admiring this supercar’s exterior, you’ll notice its long wheelbase and overall length, which require precise maneuvering and a trailer with space preventing accidental contact. Additionally, the 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti’s wide, low-profile tires call for soft straps that don’t touch advanced suspension components.
How Nexus Helped Meet This Ferrari’s Transport Needs
The Nexus team simplified this customer’s Ferrari shipment by finding a transporter with proper equipment, verifying carrier records through a rigorous background check, and providing consistent communication regarding their shipment from start to finish.
Selecting the Right Carrier and Enclosed Equipment
The right carrier for this customer was a specialized, enclosed trailer providing optimal protection from weather, debris, and theft. This vehicle’s premium paint, leather, and interior materials are sensitive to scratches, temperature changes, and contaminants, all of which an enclosed trailer helps protect against. Alternatively, an open-carrier, the most popular form of auto transport due to it being the lowest-priced option, wouldn’t supply enough protection.
Still, we weren’t looking for a company with just an enclosed carrier. Instead, we needed to find a transporter with experience carrying high-value vehicles using the right equipment for safe loading/unloading. This equipment includes enclosed trailers with hydraulic lift gates or low-profile trailers, which can leverage specialized loading ramps, soft straps and harnesses, and other tie-downs like wheel nets.
Rigorous Carrier Vetting and Documentation
Nexus’ background check process verifies that a carrier’s documents, licenses, and insurance are still valid and active. This vetting ensures that a carrier is legally compliant, safe, and financially responsible for transporting a 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti.
All carriers need to have USDOT (US Department of Transportation) and MC (Motor Carrier) numbers to move a Ferrari across state lines. A USDOT number assists the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) in tracking a carrier’s safety and inspection records. The FMCSA gives carriers an MC number to show that the transporter can legally provide interstate car shipping.
Nexus also searched for additional carrier qualifications like:
A DUNS (Data Universal Numbering System) number used to build a credit history and support applications for professional development opportunities like grants or certifications
An extensive track record of positive reviews and testimonials
Verifying this information independently can feel overwhelming, but Nexus made it easy to consider our customers’ carrier options for their Ferrari with a combination of technology solutions, experience level analysis, studying a transporter’s on-time performance data, signaling reliability, and CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability) program scores.
Finalizing the Shipment
Once Nexus booked a quality carrier for our customer, the team communicated exactly when and where to pick up the vehicle so that the dealership was prepared for inspection before loading. The inspection process fully documented the Ferrari’s condition before departure for comparison on arrival.
Our team followed up to verify that the paperwork was in order before the car left. We then filled any communication gaps with our customer by remaining available for questions, noting any special instructions, and relaying information between them, the dealer, and the carrier. This transparency created an experience saving our customer time and stress while protecting their supercar’s condition.
Exotic Car Transport FAQ
Check out a few of the most frequently asked questions on exotic car shipping below for more insight on the process.
Can I Ship Personal Items Inside My Exotic Car During Transport?
Shipping personal items inside your exotic car during transit isn’t recommended since auto transport insurance policies don’t cover personal items, and you may have more difficulty finding a carrier willing to take on the safety and liability risks.
What Should I Do if My Exotic Car Is Damaged During Shipping?
Start by documenting the damage with photos before noting any defects on the bill of lading during delivery. Next, contact the carrier and Nexus to begin the claims process.
Is Supplemental or Gap Insurance Necessary for Exotic Car Shipping?
Supplemental or gap insurance is recommended for shipping exotic cars to ensure complete protection in case of a total loss.
