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Alpha Protagoras, LLC
(a broker ICC/MC-195242) will hereafter be referred to as AP
AP AND SHIPPER AGREE
TO THE FOLLOWING:
(1). AP will designate
a reliable carrier (agent) to fulfill the terms and conditions of this
agreement. AP or its Agents do not guarantee a specific pickup or delivery
date. By signature of the owner and/or agents of the owner, AP or AP's
agents - including the motor carrier selected by AP - are authorized to
operate and transport the vehicle between its pick up location and the
final specified destination.
(2). All vehicles
transported are fully insured by the carrier, as mandated by the U.S.
Federal Government. All damage must be properly noted on the delivery
receipt or bill of lading while the driver is present and then submitted
in writing within 14 days of delivery.
(3). AP agrees to
make all efforts to provide the most expedient shipment of your vehicle(s).
However, AP cannot guarantee pickup or delivery on a specified date. For
an additional fee, appointments may be made for pick up by unrestricted
auto carriers in some areas. If it should become necessary for shipper
to rent a vehicle, AP will not be responsible for any costs associated
with rental of a vehicle.
(4).
Transport of the vehicle(s) will be door to door. Door-to-door shipment
means that the motor carrier will pick up and deliver as close to the
specified address as possible. Should the carrier be unable to deliver
to the specified address due to height, length or weight restrictions
or other obstacles (i.e., trees), it will then be the owner's/shipper's
responsibility to meet the carrier at a location as close as possible
to the specified address where the vehicle
can be loaded or unloaded. If the owner, shipper, or other designated
person is not available at delivery, the vehicle is placed in storage.
Owner/shipper will be responsible for any storage or terminal fees resulting
from unavailability. All attempts will be made to contact the person designated
to take delivery as much in advance as possible.
(5). If this order
is canceled before a period of 7 days has passed from the
requested available pick up date, an administration fee of $49 plus any
additional fees incurred by AP will be charged. Additional fees may include
charges to AP by the motor carrier if the order is canceled after the
vehicle has already been scheduled for transport and/or fees pertaining
to paperwork for overseas and Hawaii orders. Any remaining funds from
payments made by shipper will be mailed from AP's office or refunded to
the credit card used for payment no later than 14 working days after cancellation.
The requested available pick up date is the date on the shipping order
of the next business day after the order is received in AP's office, whichever
is later. The requested available pick up date is the date on the shipping
order or the day after the order is received in AP's office, whichever
is later. If shipper
wishes to change the requested available shipping date, there will be
no charge provided a motor carrier has not already been dispatched to
pick up the vehicle. Overseas orders (including Hawaii) must be paid in
full when the order is placed.
(6). The vehicle is
to be tendered to the carrier in good mechanical condition. Should the
vehicle become inoperable during transit, the inoperable fee will be determined
by the motor carrier, and any and all fees must be paid on delivery by
cash or certified check. If your vehicle is oversized, please inquire
as to additional fees. "Oversized" can include vehicles longer
than 18 ft., taller than 5.5 ft., large pickups or vans, dual-wheel vehicles,
etc. If
AP is not advised of oversized vehicles prior to shipment, any extra fees
will be determined by the motor carrier and will be payable on delivery
by cash or certified check.
(7). All luggage and
personal property are to be confined to the trunk of the vehicle and
are shipped at the owner's/shipper's risk. AP will not be held liable
for the delivery of personal property. Personal property in the vehicle
should not exceed 150 lbs. There shall be no guns; explosives; flammable
products; valuables; alcohol; jewelry; ammunition; drugs (including prescription
medicine); pets; plants; or audio, video or electronic equipment left
in the
vehicle. Neither AP nor the carrier will be liable for damage resulting
from items placed in the vehicle. If the vehicle is being shipped overseas,
the vehicle must be completely empty except for factory-installed equipment.
"Overseas" includes shipments to Hawaii. Any items left in the
vehicle will be removed at the expense of the owner/shipper.
(8). Shipper warrants
that he will pay all monies due to AP for its
agent services and will not seek to charge back a credit card or stop
a check
under any circumstances. The Department of Transportation requires that
all
monies due AP must be paid upon delivery and before any claims may be
processed. If the customer does seek to charge back a credit card or stop
a
check or other payment, any extra charges incurred by AP in recouping
payment will be the responsibility of the customer. It is also agreed
that this
agreement and the rights and obligations of the parties pursuant to the
agreement are governed by State of Arizona law. All monies due AP for
transport of the vehicle that were not paid as a deposit with the order
are due
on delivery by cash, cashiers check or certified check.
This agreement supersedes
all oral and/or written agreements between the
owner/shipper and AP, and may not be changed except when in writing by
an
officer of AP. AP is a broker licensed by the Department of
Transportation.
AP
LIABILITY DISCLAIMER
AP NOR ITS AGENTS SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING:
1. Damage to undercarriage,
exhaust system, suspension, wheel bearings, tie downs, brakes, alignment,
tuning, charging system or battery. (no evaluation is made of these components
or systems at pickup location) therefore AAT or its agents do not accept
responsibility for them.
2. Damage not detected at pickup location due to poor weather or lighting
conditions.
3. Damage to car phones or antenna under any condition. (AAT suggests
that they be removed)
4. Loss of or damage to audio or video equipment not installed at the
factory. Including antenna that does not retract to within 3 inches of
the vehicles body.
5. Damage or fines incurred because shipper left personal or household
items in vehicle.
6. Damage caused by fluids or objects flying up from the roadway, or out
of the sky.
7. Damage to cloth or vinyl convertible or decorative tops over 2 years
old.
8. Damage to T-tops, boots, bras, caps, or any other type of canvas covering.
9. Damage caused by vandalism during transport.
10. Damage caused by leaking fluids, such as battery acid, motor oil,
transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, radiator coolant,
or fallout resulting from acts of god.
11. Damage caused by freezing of cooling system and/or battery.
12. Damage caused by failure of factory tie-downs or pull through frame
tie-down holes.
13. Damage to, or caused by any vehicle that cannot be driven on or off
the transport under its own power. (vehicle will not run, or has lost
its braking system)
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