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Could anyone tell me about how much it should cost to ship a 600 lb smoker 750 miles? I was given a price of $550 and this seems high to me but I don't know for sure. Any opinions?
By today's standards it isn't out of line; crazy yes, but with today's inflation, fuel costs and economy it is not surprising.
Last January I ordered a 350 pound smoker on a pallet from Kansas City, MO shipped to northern North Dakota and the retailer split the shipping costs with me. Maybe the seller will share in some of the shipping cost?
Seems a bit steep, but your best bet is to contact some local trucking or shipping companies and get a quote. With diesel cost and trucking being at a premium right now, the price might be fair. It might be worth it to figure your costs to go and pick up the smoker yourself (hotel stay, fuel, time, etc.).