Vehicle Transportation Services
Car transport services Berkshire drivers, dealers and garages trust, from a local Slough team. Need a car moved without driving it? Auto X Limited offers professional vehicle transportation services from our base in Slough, covering Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, West London and longer journeys across the UK. We move non-runners, newly bought cars, project cars, ex-fleet vehicles and cars going to or from a garage, dealer, body shop or auction.
Every vehicle travels on our flatbed, strapped down at the wheels and checked before it leaves. Call 07946 599666 or WhatsApp us the pick-up and drop-off postcodes for a quote.
Car transport services Berkshire: local and nationwide moves
Our car transport services in Berkshire cover Slough, Windsor, Maidenhead, Bracknell, Reading and the surrounding towns, along with Buckinghamshire, West London and the Home Counties. We are based at Twin Trees Farm, Rowley Lane, Wexham Street, Slough SL3, a few minutes from the M4, M40 and M25. That makes it easy to collect locally and deliver anywhere in the country.
Popular routes include Slough to London, Slough to Reading, Heathrow to Slough, and moves between Berkshire, Oxford, Milton Keynes and the south coast.
When to use vehicle transportation services
- You have bought a car privately, online or at auction and need it delivered
- The car has no MOT or road tax and cannot legally be driven on the road
- The vehicle is a non-runner, SORN or project car
- You are moving house and need a second car taken to the new address
- A garage, body shop or MOT centre needs a car collected or returned
- You are selling a car and the buyer lives far away
- A classic, prestige or low-mileage car should not add miles
How our car transport service works
- Request a quote. Send us the pick-up and drop-off postcodes, the make and model, and whether the vehicle runs, rolls and steers.
- Agree a price and time. We give you a fixed price and book a collection slot that suits you, including evenings and weekends.
- Collection. We check the vehicle, note its condition and take photos, then load and secure it.
- Transport. The vehicle travels on our flatbed with all wheels off the ground.
- Delivery. We unload at the agreed address and hand over the keys to you or the named person.
Moving non-runners and project cars
Non-running cars are a large part of our vehicle transport work. Whether the engine has failed, the gearbox is seized, the battery is long dead or the car has been parked for years, we can usually load it with our winch and wheel straps. Tell us if the wheels turn, whether the steering is locked, and if any tyres are flat, so we can plan the job and bring the right equipment.
Collecting cars from dealers and auctions
Buying a car from a dealer or auction a long way from home can be exciting, but getting it back can be awkward. Our vehicle transportation services can collect the car for you. Send us the address, the collection reference and any opening hours or booking rules, and we will arrange collection and delivery to your door. We can also take the car straight to your garage for a pre-delivery check or an MOT.
Garage, MOT and body shop moves
Local garages and body shops often need cars moved between sites, to specialists or back to customers. We work with workshops across Slough and Berkshire to collect and deliver vehicles at agreed times. If you are a garage or dealer, ask about regular moves.
How much does car transport cost?
The cost of car transport depends on the distance, the type and size of vehicle, whether it runs, the access at both addresses and how soon you need it moved. Short local moves within Slough cost less than long-distance transport. We give you a fixed price in advance, and the price we agree is the price you pay.
Why flatbed transport is the safest option
Towing a car on an A-frame or dolly can put strain on the gearbox and drivetrain, especially with automatics, four-wheel-drive and electric vehicles. Flatbed transport lifts the whole vehicle off the road, so there is no wear on tyres, brakes or transmission and no extra miles. It is the method most manufacturers recommend for moving modern vehicles that cannot be driven.
Transporting electric and hybrid cars
Electric and hybrid cars are best moved with all wheels off the ground. Our flatbed vehicle transport is ideal for this. Tell us the make and model, the state of charge and whether the car can be put into neutral or transport mode, so we can load it safely.
Preparing your vehicle for transport
- Remove valuables and personal items
- Make sure the keys, including any locking wheel nut key, are available
- Note any existing damage, or take your own photos
- Tell us about alarms, immobilisers or transport modes
- Make sure there is safe access at both addresses
Vehicle transport for businesses
We help car dealers, garages, leasing and rental companies, and local businesses with planned vehicle moves. Whether you need a single collection or regular transport between sites, we can agree times that work for you and a clear price for each move.
Long-distance car transport
As well as local moves, we offer long-distance car transport across the UK. If you are relocating, buying a car from another part of the country, or need a car returned home after a breakdown away from home, ask us for a quote. Our breakdown recovery service can also help if the car has broken down.
Car transport for private buyers and sellers
Buying or selling a car privately often means a long round trip to collect it, or asking a buyer to travel a long way. Our car transport service removes that hassle. If you have bought a car, we can collect it from the seller and deliver it to your home. If you are selling, we can deliver it to the buyer once payment has cleared. Both parties know the car arrives without extra miles or wear, and there is no need to arrange insurance or tax for a one-off drive. Make sure the paperwork, payment and V5C transfer are agreed between buyer and seller before collection, and tell us who will hand over the keys.
Moving house with more than one car
When you move house, getting every car to the new address can be a headache, especially if you are moving a long way or have more cars than drivers. Our vehicle transport team can collect a second or third car from your old address and deliver it to the new one on a date that suits your move. We can also move cars that are not currently taxed or insured, or that you plan to sell once you have moved. Book early in busy months so we can fit the move around your removal day.
Classic, prestige and low-mileage cars
Owners of classic, prestige and collectible cars often prefer not to add miles or expose their car to motorway grime and stone chips. Flatbed vehicle transport keeps the car off the road and reduces wear. We take extra care with low ground clearance, soft-top roofs and delicate trim, using soft straps through the wheels rather than ties to the body. Tell us about any special requirements, such as ramps, ride height or the need for a covered delivery, when you request a quote.
Scrap and end-of-life vehicles
If your car has reached the end of its life, we can move it to an authorised treatment facility or scrap yard of your choice. Make sure you have arranged the sale or scrapping with the yard first, and that you have your logbook (V5C) ready. Once the car is scrapped, the facility should give you a certificate of destruction and notify the DVLA. You can read more on the GOV.UK scrapping guidance.
Vehicle transport after a breakdown away from home
Breaking down a long way from home can leave you with a car in a garage you do not know and a long journey back. Once you are safe and home, we can collect the car and bring it back to your local garage in Slough or Berkshire, where you can deal with repairs in person. This is often cheaper and easier than leaving the car at a garage far away for days or weeks.
What our quotes include
- Collection from the agreed address
- Loading and securing with wheel straps
- Transport on our flatbed truck
- Delivery and unloading at the agreed address
- A record of the vehicle condition at collection on request
If anything about the job changes, such as a different delivery address or extra waiting time, we will tell you about any change to the price before we go ahead.
Our vehicle transport areas
We collect and deliver throughout Slough (SL1, SL2 and SL3), Wexham, Langley, Iver, Stoke Poges, Farnham Common, Burnham, Windsor, Eton, Datchet, Maidenhead, Bracknell and Reading. We also cover Uxbridge, Hayes, Southall, Ealing and the rest of West London, Heathrow, and Egham, Staines and Chertsey in Surrey. For longer UK journeys, ask for a quote.
Choosing the right car transport company
When you compare vehicle transportation services, look beyond the headline price. Ask how the car will be moved: a flatbed with the car fully off the road is gentler than towing with two wheels down. Check that the company will give you a fixed price in writing, what happens if the job takes longer, and how they record the condition of the car at collection. Read recent reviews, and make sure you can speak to someone directly if plans change. At Auto X Limited you deal with the same small local team from your first call to final delivery, and you can read our reviews on Google.
Same-day and urgent vehicle transport
Sometimes a vehicle needs to move quickly, for example when a garage needs space, a buyer is waiting or a car has to be out of a car park before charges build up. Because our recovery truck runs 24/7, we can often fit in urgent car transport at short notice, including evenings and weekends. Call us on 07946 599666 and we will tell you the earliest time we can collect.
Vehicle transport and insurance
Your own motor insurance policy may not cover the car while it is being transported, and some policies require you to tell them when the car is off the road. If you are moving a valuable or classic car, check your cover before the move and ask your insurer whether any extra cover is recommended. If you have any questions about how we load and secure your car, just ask and we will talk you through it.
Paperwork you may need
- The logbook (V5C) if you are buying, selling or scrapping the car
- A collection reference or authority letter if collecting from a dealer, auction or garage
- Proof that you own the car or are authorised to move it
- Any access codes for gated sites or car parks
Having these ready helps the collection go smoothly and avoids delays on the day.
Tips for a smooth delivery
Make sure someone will be at the delivery address at the agreed time and that there is enough space for our truck to stop safely and unload. If the road is narrow, has a weight limit or is permit-only, tell us in advance. On arrival, check the car over with our driver before you sign for it, and keep your receipt for your records.
Vehicle transport for motor traders
Independent dealers and motor traders across Slough, Langley and the wider Berkshire area use our vehicle transport to collect stock from auctions, move part-exchange cars, deliver sold cars to customers and send vehicles for MOTs, valeting, bodywork or tyres. A reliable transport partner saves your staff from long round trips and keeps cars looking their best for customers. If you are a trader, tell us roughly how many moves you expect each month and the routes you use most often, and we will put together a clear price list. We can also recover stock that breaks down on a test drive or fails to start on the forecourt.
What happens if the car will not load?
Very occasionally a car is harder to load than expected, for example if the parking brake is seized on, the wheels are locked or the car is wedged in a tight space. Our winch equipment handles most of these situations. If we need extra time or equipment, we will explain why and agree any change in price with you before we continue. If loading is not possible safely, we will not force it.
Why choose Auto X Limited for vehicle transport
Secure flatbed transport
Your vehicle is strapped down and checked from collection to delivery.
Flexible times
Collections booked around you, including evenings and weekends.
Local and nationwide
Based in Slough with easy access to the M4, M40 and M25.
Fixed pricing
A clear quote agreed before collection.
Vehicle transportation services: frequently asked questions
It depends on the distance, the vehicle and whether it runs. Send us the details and we will give you a fixed price.
Yes. We regularly transport non-runners, accident-damaged cars and project vehicles.
Yes. Send us the address and any collection reference.
Someone needs to hand over and receive the keys. If that cannot be you, tell us who will be there.
Yes. We cover Slough, Windsor, Maidenhead, Bracknell, Reading and the rest of Berkshire.
Yes. Flatbed transport is a legal way to move a car that cannot be driven on the road.
Often the same or next day, depending on the route. Ask us when you call.
Tell us the van make, model and size and we will confirm we have the right equipment.
Usually yes. Tell us which tyres are flat and whether the wheels turn so we can plan loading.
Yes. We provide a receipt for every job, which can be useful for insurance or business records.
Yes. We can deliver to any address, including a garage, dealer, storage unit or another person’s home.
Usually yes. Tell us if the tyres are flat and whether the brakes are seized so we can plan the job.
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- Breakdown Recovery
- Accident Car Recovery
- Jump Start Service
- Car Recovery Slough
- Towing Service in West London
- Towing Service in Heathrow
- Breakdown Recovery in Surrey
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Areas We Cover
From our yard at Twin Trees Farm, Rowley Lane, Wexham Street, Slough SL3 6PB, we provide 24/7 car recovery, towing, roadside assistance, and mobile tyre fitting across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, West London, and Hertfordshire. Choose your area to see local roads, services, and FAQs.
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