Signal Hill, CA, April 25, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To collectors and enthusiasts, a vehicle is more than a car - it's an investment, a cherished treasure, a piece of rolling sculpture and an expression of who they are. When the need to transport a vehicle arises - from attending a concours or track event to bringing home the latest find from an auction - moving the vehicle from point A to point B simply isn't enough, it's vital the car is moved with discretion and care and the owner knows where their prized possession is at all times. This also applies to the largest car brands in the world, and is why they have relied upon L.A. Prep for vehicle prep, transport and staging for three decades. Now collectors, enthusiasts and dealers can benefit from the same level of customer service and care the OEMs have used for years - ensuring that your car will show up on time and in the same condition you left it.
Building upon its 30 years of experience working with top automobile manufacturers, ad agencies, and production companies, L.A. Prep has expanded its services to now include private vehicle transportation. Not content with being just another vehicle transportation company, L.A. Prep is focused on providing a unique, customer-focused experience that emphasizes security, discretion, and attention to detail. With service extras like real-time tracking through a secure website, L.A. Prep goes the extra mile to ensure that their customers are always up to date on where their car is and when it is due to arrive.
L.A. Prep's entirely company-owned fleet is made up of 20 haulers (Jon: I did not include the support vans.) ranging from one-car to ten-car open and enclosed trailers. This wide range of options allows for the flexibility to undertake everything from cross-town deliveries to cross-country hauls, always having the right tool for the job. The flagship trucks of the fleet are the custom-built Peterbilt tractors and 53-foot Kentucky lift-gate trailers. Equipped with hydraulic internal ramps, these lift-gate trailers can accommodate everything from the largest SUVs to the lowest-profile sports cars with ease. They also feature integrated oil drip pans to prevent any potential fluid leaks from the vehicles on the top rack from getting on the vehicles on the lower rack. All of L.A. Prep's transporters are thoroughly cleaned inside and out after every trip and given a full detail treatment every few months so that their transporters are as sparklingly clean as the vehicles they carry.
Safety, security, and discretion are among the top priorities for L.A. Prep. Drawing upon their experience transporting highly-sensitive clay models, concept cars, and pre-production prototypes, L.A. Prep knows how to keep sensitive vehicles safe and away from prying eyes. All vehicles awaiting transport are stored in one of L.A. Prep's secure facilities until they are ready to be loaded. Additionally, all transporters run the minimal signage allowing vehicles to be picked up, transported, and dropped off in the most discrete way possible. All shipments are also covered by a minimum $2.5 million insurance policy, so there is never a worry of a load being inadequately covered. Whether transporting cars to events, shows, dealerships, or other destinations across the country, L.A. Prep has the tools and highly-skilled employees to get the job done right.
About L.A. Prep, Inc.
L.A. Prep, Inc. is based in Signal Hill, California (with additional offices in Detroit, Michigan and Tampa, Florida) and specializes in vehicle prep and transport. Started in 1983 by Jim Kirby, an avid race car driver and Hollywood stunt driver, L.A. Prep provides innovative car prep, fleet management, and transport solutions to vehicle manufacturers, ad agencies, and production companies. In 2010, L.A. Prep Transport was formed bringing an avant-garde solution to vehicle transportation for the discriminating car owner. For more information on L.A. Prep, call 562/595-8886 or visit the company's website at: www.laprepinc.com. For more information on L.A. Prep Transport, call 562/997-0170 or visit the company's website at: www.lapreptransport.com.