5 Star Auto Transport

Our review

How 5 Star Auto Transport checks out

Reviewed Oct 2026 · the same checks for every company, from FMCSA records and the company's own published pages.

Business model

Broker — a partner carrier hauls your car

Licensing

Active · first granted Aug 2012 · Authority revoked Nov 2016, restored 46 days later · 5 revocation notices between 2013 and 2015, all withdrawn FMCSA sends a revocation notice when a required filing, usually insurance, lapses; it is withdrawn once the filing is back.

Insurance & bond

Broker bond on file

Safety record

Not applicable — doesn't operate trucks

Website details

We couldn't find the USDOT or MC number on the website

Published terms

• Payment. Card, PayPal, Venmo, ACH or bank deposit.

  “We gladly accept any of the following payment options: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, Venmo, ACH, or Bank Deposit.” — 5starautotransportinc.com/faq

• Deposit. We couldn't find deposit terms on the website.

• Cancellation. We couldn't find cancellation terms on the website.

• Damage claims. Note damage on the bill of lading, have the driver sign it, take photos and contact your representative. We couldn't find a deadline for filing.

  “In the unlikely event that the car reaches its destination with damage notate it on the bill of lading and have the driver sign in agreement.” — 5starautotransportinc.com/faq

Fits

Customers who'd rather pay by card, PayPal or Venmo than hand the driver cash, including dealer, auction and snowbird moves.

Not ideal for

Anyone who wants deposit and cancellation rules in writing before booking — we couldn't find them on the website.

Worth knowing

• The FAQ publishes transit estimates by distance, for example 7–10 days for 2,500–3,000 miles.
• Expedited loads are usually picked up within 24–48 hours, according to the website.

Ask before booking

The deposit amount, and what you get back if you cancel after a carrier is assigned.

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