1. This order
and any shipment is subject to all terms and conditions of
Trucker/Agent tariffs of the Uniform Straight Bill of Lading, copies
of which are available to Owner at the office of the Trucker/Agent
and are included herein by reference and part hereof.
2. Owner acknowledges and agrees that Swad Auto Transporters, Inc.
is hereby authorized to arrange shipment from the area of origin
specified to the area of destination specified. Our ICC license
limits service to the transportation of the vehicle only. We CAN NOT
accept any personal affects inside or outside the vehicle. ANY FINES
or CHARGES resulting from this will be the shipper's responsibility.
Trucker/Agent disclaims any responsibility for personal belongings.
3. Owner acknowledges and agrees that as is standard in the industry
while trucker is liable to the owner on account of loss or damage to
vehicle while vehicle is being loaded/unloaded on the truck, owner's
insurance is in force while vehicle is in transit to or from the
truck. Trucker/Agent is authorized to operate vehicle at points of
origin/destination.
4. Shipper is totally responsible for preparing vehicle for
shipment. All loose parts, fragile or protruding accessories, low
hanging spoilers, antennas, etc. must be removed and/or properly
secured. Any part that falls off in transit is the shippers
responsibility, including damages caused by said part.
5. Owner acknowledges and agrees that Trucker/Agent does not
guarantee pick up or delivery on specified dates of shipments
although Trucker/Agent will make good faith attempt to move the
vehicle as promptly as possible and in accordance with owner's
instructions. ALL DATES ARE ESTIMATED.
6. Owner acknowledges that there will be no car rentals arising from
a delay in the delivery/pickup or damage of a vehicle and
Trucker/Agent shall not be liable for car rentals at any time
whatsoever.
7. Owner acknowledges and agrees that the persons listed at the
point of origin and the point of destination are appointed agents
for the purpose of releasing vehicle, approving charges, accepting
delivery and releasing Trucker/Agent from any and all claims upon
acceptance of delivery. If the owner is unavailable or does not
accept the shipment at a point of safe approach by trucker's road
haul equipment to the destination address, the Trucker may place the
shipment in a storage facility of its choice subject to a lien for
all lawful charges. The liability on the part of the Trucker and
Swad Auto Transporters, Inc. will cease when the shipment is
unloaded into the warehouse or storage yard and the shipment shall
be considered as having been delivered. Vehicles transported and
covered by this agreement serve as collateral with a security
interest position in favor of Swad Auto Transporters, Inc. until all
charges are paid and monies cleared.
8. Owner acknowledges and agrees any and all charges as to date and
type of vehicle must be made 20 days prior to transport. Should this
order be canceled or charged within 20 days of scheduled transport
date a minimum of $ 100.00 and up to a maximum of the quoted
transport charge shall be assessed.
9. Owner acknowledges and agrees that this agreement contains all of
the material statements, representations, or promises, oral or
written and supersedes all prior oral or written agreements made
between any Agent or Representative of Swad Auto Transporters, Inc.
and the Owner. This agreement may not be modified except in writing
by and officer of Swad Auto Transporters, Inc.
10. Owner acknowledges and agrees that absolutely no claim for
damages will be honored unless noted immediately upon delivery.
11. Owner acknowledges and agrees that any claim must be made
directly with Swad Auto Transporters, Inc. All claims are subject to
a $ 250.00 deductible. All vehicles over $ 15,000.00 in fair market
value are co-insured with owner. Swad Auto Transporters, Inc. has
the option to take vehicle to a licensed repair shop of its choice.
All freight charges must be paid prior to any claim settlement. If a
claim is made upon delivery Swad Auto Transporters, Inc. must
receive within 15 days (3) itemized written estimates with
photographs. All claims, subrogation, litigation, or legal action
must have the Right of Venue in Broward County, State of Florida.
All claims must be addressed to our corporate office at 2901 SE 6th.
Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
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12. The responsibility of Swad Auto Transporters, Inc. for the
described vehicle commences when the Bill of Lading is issued and
signed by the driver and terminates when designated vehicle is
signed for at destination.
13. All non-operational or "inop" vehicles tendered for
transportation will be charged an additional minimum of a $ 100.00.
If a vehicle is rendered for shipment and later becomes
non-operational or "inop" and additional minimum of $ 100.00 fee
will added onto the amount of shipment.
14. When a vehicle is picked up and conditions are not suitable to
do a proper inspection, the vehicle will be "open for re-inspection"
as noted on front of Bill of Lading. Swad Auto Transporters, Inc.
will not be liable for any additional damage found upon
re-inspection.
15. All payments for transport must be paid in full prior to vehicle
being released. Acceptable forms of payment should be marked on the
front of the Bill of Lading. If this area of the Bill of Lading is
left blank, payment must be made in the form of "Cash on delivery".
"Cash on Delivery" means you must pay with cash or official cashiers
check. No certified checks or money orders accepted. "Check on
Delivery" means you may pay with a personal or business check, we
must see proper photo identification (driver license). "Pre-ay Cash"
means you must pay prior to vehicle being loaded with cash or
official cashiers check. No certified checks or money orders
accepted. "Pre-pay Check" means you must pay prior to vehicle being
loaded with a personal or business check; we must see proper photo
identification (driver license).
Swad Auto Transporters, Inc. Will not be liable for the following:
1. Damage caused by Acts of God, Vandalism or the Authority of the
law.
2. Damage caused by leaking fluids, battery acids, cooling systems
fluids, antifreeze solution, and industrial fallout.
3. Damage caused by failure or the lack of factory tie down
brackets/holes.
4. Damage occurring while unloading non-operational or "inop"
vehicles.
5. Mechanical, electrical/electronic functions exhaust systems,
alignment, suspension, transmission, clutches, brakes or engine
tuning. Inspection of these items is not practical at the time of
shipment.
6. Damage or loss of loose parts or special equipment such as window
shades, louvers, convertible or detachable tops or caps, camper
tops, bed liners, aftermarket items, etc. when not listed on the
bill of lading and/or when not properly wrapped or stored so as to
prevent damage. We will not be responsible for anything with less
than 8 inches of clearance from the ground.
7. Damage to tires not due to carrier negligence.
8. Damage caused by freezing or overheating of cooling system and/or
batteries. Protection from freezing and overheating is the
responsibility of the Shipper.
9. Damage to interior such as dash boards, rugs, seats, etc., as
interiors are not inspected. Glass cracks from a pre-existing
defect.
10. Antennas that extend more than (3) inches above the mounted
area. Removal or detraction of antenna is the Shippers
responsibility.
11. Cost or expenses, including towing or repair charges, resulting
from malfunctioning vehicle.
12. Loss and/or damage to articles or personal belongings left in
vehicle.
13. Damage as a result of overloaded vehicle or suspension failure
including but not limited to limited to suspensions, exhaust
systems, oil pans, transmission casing, front or rear axle,
mufflers/exhaust systems, etc.
14. Damage unable to detect due to poor weather conditions, poor
lighting conditions or vehicle's dirty condition.
15. Damage to vehicles shipped in "as is" condition or "inop"
condition.