Car Towing & Vehicle Transport
Need a car or other suitable vehicle moved safely from one location to another? 247 Road Assistance provides professional flatbed car towing and vehicle transport across East Grinstead, Crawley, Gatwick, Horley, Redhill, Reigate and surrounding areas.
From broken-down cars and non-runners to auction purchases, garage collections and planned vehicle movements, we can transport suitable vehicles locally or over longer distances.
Vehicle Transport From £99
Tell us what vehicle needs moving, where it is being collected from and where it needs to go.
Final price depends on vehicle, distance, location, condition, accessibility and loading requirements.
0330 043 7086Professional Flatbed Vehicle Transport
Whether your vehicle has broken down, cannot be driven or simply needs transporting from one location to another, 247 Road Assistance provides flatbed vehicle transport for suitable vehicles.
Our service can be used for planned vehicle movements as well as vehicles requiring car and breakdown recovery . We can collect vehicles from homes, garages, workshops, dealerships and suitable collection locations, subject to safe access and loading.
We can also assist with non-running vehicles and vehicles that require winching or the use of vehicle skates, where the condition and position of the vehicle allow safe loading.
Vehicle Transport For
- Broken-down vehicles
- Non-running cars
- Garage and workshop transport
- Vehicle purchases and collections
- Auction vehicle collections
- Vehicles without keys where suitable
- Accident-damaged vehicles where safely loadable
- Suitable electric vehicles
- Suitable motorcycles
- Suitable SUVs and 4x4 vehicles
- Long-distance vehicle transport
Why Might You Need a Vehicle Transported?
Vehicle transportation is not only for roadside breakdowns. There are many situations where a car or other suitable vehicle needs to be moved without being driven on the road.
Broken-Down Vehicle
If your vehicle has broken down and cannot be repaired at the roadside, we can assess whether flatbed recovery to a garage, workshop, home or other destination is suitable.
Breakdown Recovery →Non-Runner Transport
A vehicle does not necessarily need to start or drive to be transported. Our winch and vehicle skates can assist with suitable non-running vehicles where safe loading is possible.
Non-Runner Recovery →Garage & Workshop Transport
Need to move a vehicle to or from a garage or workshop? We can provide suitable vehicle transportation for repairs, diagnostics and other workshop requirements.
Request a Quote →Auction Vehicle Collection
Purchased a vehicle through an auction? We can collect suitable auction vehicles, including some non-runners and vehicles without keys where safe loading is possible.
Auction Vehicle Collection →Accident-Damaged Vehicles
We may be able to transport suitable accident-damaged vehicles, subject to their condition, accessibility and whether they can be loaded safely onto our recovery vehicle.
Accident & Crash Recovery →Long-Distance Transport
Vehicle transport is available beyond our immediate local service area for suitable planned journeys. Send us the collection and delivery postcodes for a quote.
Long-Distance Transport →Need a Car Moved?
Call us or send the vehicle details, collection postcode and delivery postcode for a transport quote.
Does the Vehicle Need to Be Running?
Not necessarily. We can transport suitable vehicles that do not start or cannot be driven, provided the vehicle can be accessed and loaded safely.
Our recovery equipment includes a winch and vehicle skates, which may assist when loading certain immobilised vehicles. This can be particularly useful for non-runners, auction purchases and some vehicles without keys .
The exact recovery method depends on the vehicle's condition, position, transmission, wheel movement, accessibility and other loading requirements.
Tell Us Before Collection If
- The vehicle does not start
- The vehicle has no keys
- The vehicle is locked
- The wheels do not turn freely
- The steering is locked
- The vehicle is accident damaged
- The vehicle is in a restricted-access location
- There are known loading difficulties
Auction, Trade & Planned Vehicle Transport
As well as breakdown recovery, we provide vehicle collection and transport services for suitable private and trade requirements.
Copart Vehicle Collection
Collection and transportation of suitable Copart purchases, including some non-running vehicles where safe loading is possible.
Copart Collection →BCA Vehicle Collection
Transport for suitable vehicles purchased through BCA and other vehicle auction channels.
BCA Collection →Trade Vehicle Transport
Vehicle transportation for garages, workshops, dealerships, vehicle traders and other motor-trade requirements.
Trade Vehicle Recovery →No-Key Vehicle Transport
Suitable vehicles without keys may be transportable using our recovery equipment, subject to accessibility and safe loading.
No-Key Recovery →Long-Distance Transport
Need a vehicle transported beyond the local area? Planned long-distance transportation is available for suitable vehicles.
Long-Distance Transport →Lost All Your Car Keys?
If the vehicle only needs transporting because all keys have been lost, a replacement car key may be a more suitable solution than moving the vehicle.
Car Key Replacement Services →How to Get a Vehicle Transport Quote
Providing accurate vehicle and journey information helps us assess the transport requirements and provide an appropriate quote.
Vehicle Details
Provide the vehicle registration and tell us about the vehicle and its current condition.
Collection Location
Provide the collection postcode and any relevant information about access to the vehicle.
Delivery Location
Tell us the delivery postcode so the journey requirements can be assessed.
Vehicle Condition
Tell us whether the vehicle runs, whether it is locked or unlocked, whether keys are available and about any known loading issues.
Vehicle Weight, Size & Transport Suitability
Our recovery vehicle operates within legal weight and safe carrying capacity limits. Vehicle transport is therefore subject to the vehicle's weight, dimensions, condition, accessibility and safe loading requirements.
We may be able to transport cars, motorcycles, suitable small vans, electric vehicles, SUVs and 4x4 vehicles where they fall within the safe operating limits of our recovery vehicle.
If you are unsure whether your vehicle is suitable, call 0330 043 7086 with the vehicle registration and details before arranging collection.
Car Towing & Vehicle Transport Across Our Local Area
247 Road Assistance provides vehicle recovery and transportation from our East Grinstead base across surrounding parts of West Sussex and Surrey, including the Crawley and Gatwick corridor.
Our primary local coverage includes East Grinstead, Crawley, Gatwick, Horley, Redhill and Reigate, with wider vehicle transport available depending on the collection location, destination and requirements of the job.
Car Towing & Vehicle Transport FAQs
How much does vehicle transport cost?
Vehicle transport starts from £99. The final price depends on the vehicle, collection and delivery locations, distance, vehicle condition, accessibility and loading requirements.
Can you transport a car that does not start?
Yes, suitable non-running vehicles may be transported. Our recovery equipment includes a winch and vehicle skates that may assist with loading, subject to the vehicle's condition, position and safe loading requirements.
Can you transport a vehicle without keys?
Potentially, yes. Some vehicles without keys can be loaded using appropriate recovery equipment. Suitability depends on the vehicle, whether it is locked, its position, accessibility and whether it can be loaded safely.
Can you collect vehicles from Copart or BCA?
Yes, we can provide transportation for suitable auction-purchased vehicles, including collections from Copart and BCA, subject to the vehicle's condition and collection requirements.
Do you provide long-distance car transport?
Yes. Long-distance vehicle transportation is available for suitable vehicles. Provide the collection postcode, delivery postcode and vehicle details so the journey can be assessed.
Can you transport an electric vehicle?
Suitable electric vehicles may be transported, subject to their weight, dimensions, condition and safe loading requirements.
Can you transport SUVs and 4x4 vehicles?
Suitable SUVs and 4x4 vehicles may be transported where they fall within the weight, dimensional and safe carrying limits of our recovery vehicle.
What information do you need for a vehicle transport quote?
We need your contact details, vehicle registration, collection postcode, delivery postcode, details of the vehicle's condition and whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. Please also tell us if the vehicle does not run or if no keys are available.
Do you provide emergency breakdown recovery as well as planned transport?
Yes. 247 Road Assistance provides both planned vehicle transportation and car and breakdown recovery. If you are currently broken down and need assistance, call 0330 043 7086.
Need a Car or Vehicle Transported?
Contact 247 Road Assistance for flatbed vehicle transport, car towing and vehicle collection across East Grinstead, Crawley, Gatwick, Horley, Redhill, Reigate and surrounding areas, with longer-distance transport available for suitable vehicles.