Car and Bike Transport From Christchurch: Cars, Motorbikes and Classics
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Rated 4.9 on Google from 319+ reviews. Based at 2/312 Armagh St, Christchurch Central.
Rapid Movers provides car and bike transport from Christchurch for people who need a vehicle moved but can’t, or don’t want to, drive it there themselves. Everyday cars, motorbikes, and restored classics, we load them, secure them for the trip and deliver them. We’ve been moving Christchurch since 2019, and our customers have rated us 4.9 on Google across 319+ reviews.
Many people moving a vehicle are moving house or office at the same time. Booking your vehicle with your move means one company, one quote and one delivery day to plan around. We work 7 am to 6:30 pm, seven days a week.
Tell us what you’re moving, where it’s going and when, and we’ll give you a free quote. Call 0800 800 784.
What Our Car and Bike Transport Covers
Everyday cars, family wagons and utes, moved between cities or across town. We’ll explain how your car travels when we quote.
Road bikes, cruisers and high-performance motorcycles, strapped down properly so they don’t move on the trip.
A restored vintage car or a project you’ve spent years on needs extra care. Tell us about the vehicle when you ask for a quote, and we’ll plan around it. Large items that won’t fit in a car.
Bought something big on Trade Me or from a trade supplier? We can collect it and deliver it to your door.
Lease gap or fit-out running late? We store your furniture until the space is ready, and the first week is free. See our storage services.
Drive It Yourself or Have It Transported?
Driving your own car to a new city isn’t always the cheapest or easiest option. Here’s how they compare.
| What to compare | Drive it yourself | Car transport |
|---|---|---|
| Your time | A full day or more behind the wheel | Fly or drive another car, and meet it there |
| Wear on the vehicle | Hundreds of extra kilometres | No kilometres added |
| Fuel and stops | Fuel, food and possibly a night's accommodation | Included in your quote |
| Two vehicles | Two drivers needed | Both can be transported |
| Classic or unregistered vehicles | May not be road legal or reliable for a long drive | Moved without driving it |
| Moving house at the same time | Hard to manage both | One company, one plan |
When People Use Car and Bike Transport
Here are some common reasons people book vehicle transport instead of driving.
- Moving to a new city for work. You fly to start the new job, and the car follows with your furniture.
- Students heading south. A first year at university in Dunedin often means a car full of gear and a long drive. Sending the car means one less thing to worry about.
- Holiday homes. Moving a second car or a motorbike to a bach in Wanaka, Queenstown or Hanmer Springs.
- Buying or selling a vehicle out of town. Bought a car or bike on Trade Me in another city? We can collect it from the seller and bring it home.
- Two-car households. One partner drives, and the second car is transported, so nobody spends two days on the road.
Car and Bike Transport Routes
We transport vehicles from Christchurch across Canterbury and the South Island, including Ashburton, Dunedin, Queenstown, Wanaka, Nelson, Blenheim and the West Coast. With an office in Hamilton too, we can also talk to you about moves between Christchurch and the Waikato.
Moving to one of these places? See our Queenstown movers, movers and packers in Nelson, and our guide to intercity movers in the South Island.
How to Prepare Your Car for Transport
A bit of preparation protects your car and avoids delays on pickup day.
- Wash it and take photos. Photograph every side, the roof and the interior, and note any existing scratches or dents. Write down the odometer reading.
- Empty it out. Take out personal items, loose objects, toll tags and anything valuable. Things left in the car can move around and cause damage.
- Leave about a quarter tank. Enough to load and unload, without the extra weight of a full tank.
- Check for leaks. Let us know about any fluid leaks before pickup.
- Fold in mirrors and remove accessories. Roof racks, bike racks and aerials that come off should be taken off.
- Disable the alarm. Or tell us how to turn it off if it goes off.
- Hand over the keys. Give us one set of keys, and keep a spare with you.
How to Prepare Your Motorbike for Transport
- Photograph it from both sides and note any existing marks.
- Remove loose items like panniers, top boxes and GPS units, or tell us they’re staying on.
- Check the tyres and battery so the bike can be wheeled on and off safely.
- Lock the steering and hand over one set of keys.
- Tell us about any modifications, like low exhausts or custom fairings, so we can secure it properly.
Paperwork to Sort Before and After the Move
Transport doesn’t need your car to be driven, but you’ll want it road legal when it arrives.
- Registration and WoF. Check they’re current, so you can drive the car as soon as it’s unloaded.
- Change of address. Update your address with Waka Kotahi for your licence and vehicle registration once you’ve moved.
- Insurance. Tell your insurer your new address, and check your cover while the vehicle is in transit.
- Keys and documents. Keep spare keys, the registration papers and any service records with you, not in the car.
How Car and Bike Transport Works
- Ask for a quote. Use the quote form or call 0800 800 784. Tell us the make and model, whether it runs, the pickup and delivery addresses, and your dates.
- Get your price. We send a clear quote with a breakdown of costs, so there are no surprises later.
- Pickup. We check the vehicle with you, note its condition, load it and secure it.
- Transport. Your vehicle travels to the delivery address on the agreed day.
- Delivery. We unload it, check it with you, and hand back the keys.
Why Choose Rapid Movers for Car and Bike Transport
You’re handing over something you rely on every day. Here’s what you can check about us first.
- 4.9 stars from 319+ Google reviews. Read them before you book.
- Local since 2019. We started with one truck in Christchurch.
- Seven days a week. 7 am to 6:30 pm, every day.
- Clear pricing. Your quote breaks down the cost, with no hidden fees.
- One company for your whole move. House, office and vehicles on one quote.
- 100% New Zealand-owned. A local company that answers its own phone.
Common Office Moving Problems and How We Solve Them
Problem: You can’t be in two places at once. You’re flying to your new city, but the car is still in Christchurch. Our fix: we collect it after you leave and deliver it on the agreed day.
Problem: Arguments about damage after delivery. Our fix: we check the vehicle with you at pickup and delivery. Your own photos back this up.
Problem: The classic car isn’t road legal for a long drive. Our fix: it doesn’t need to be driven. We move it for you.
Problem: Two cars and one driver. Our fix: drive one and have the other transported, or send both.
Problem: Things left in the car get damaged. Our fix: empty the car before pickup. Pack personal items with the rest of your move instead.
Problem: You bought a car in another city. Flying down to drive it home costs a flight, a day and fuel. Our fix: we can collect it from the seller and deliver it to your door.
What Affects the Cost of Car and Bike Transport
Every vehicle is quoted based on its own details. For more, see our moving cost page.
| What affects the price | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Distance | Longer routes mean more driving time and fuel |
| Vehicle type and size | A motorbike takes less space than a ute or van |
| Running or not | Non-running vehicles take more time and gear to load |
| Classic or high-value vehicles | Need extra care and planning |
| Pickup and delivery access | Narrow streets and steep drives add time |
| Booked with a move | Moving house and vehicle together keeps planning simple |
Insurance
We offer all-risks cover through Gallagher Insurance. Talk to us about it when you ask for a quote, and check what your own vehicle insurance covers while your car or bike is being transported. For classic, restored or high-value vehicles, it’s worth getting an agreed value from your insurer before the trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does car transport from Christchurch cost?
It depends on the distance, the vehicle and access at both ends. Call 0800 800 784 for a free quote.
Do you transport motorbikes?
Yes. We transport motorbikes, including high-performance bikes.
Can you move a classic or restored car?
Yes. Tell us about the vehicle when you ask for a quote, and we’ll plan around it.
Can I put my belongings in the car?
No. Empty the car before pickup and pack your things with the rest of your move.
Can you move my car with my house move?
Yes. We can quote your house move and your vehicle together.
Do you move cars that don’t run?
Tell us when you ask for a quote. Non-running vehicles need more time and gear, so we’ll confirm whether we can move yours.
Can you move bicycles?
Yes. Bicycles and e-bikes can go on the truck with your house move.
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Tell us your vehicle’s make and model, the pickup and delivery addresses, and your dates, and we’ll come back with a quote. Phone 0800 800 784, 7 am to 6:30 pm every day, or email Info@rapidmovers.co.nz. Visit the homepage of the best moving company in Christchurch for all our services.