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AM Auto Transport vs Grifo Auto Transport

Independent editorial analysis of AM Auto Transport vs Grifo Auto Transport, supported by audit data and source checks. No featured placement.

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Quick answer

Grifo Auto Transport has the stronger current audit profile

Grifo Auto Transport leads this comparison by 5 points in Verify Car Carrier’s current audit data. That is a meaningful evidence edge, not a guarantee of an individual shipment outcome—confirm the final quote, carrier assignment, pickup window, and cancellation terms before booking.

Independent audit comparisonNo featured placementLatest audited evidence: August 17, 2026

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How to use this comparison

Choose based on your shipment—not a headline score alone

The score is a useful starting point, but price certainty, vehicle type, pickup urgency, and the quality of the assigned carrier matter too. We compare audited signals instead of selling rank positions, then link to the underlying broker reports so you can verify the evidence before you request quotes.

Best fit by situation

When each broker may make more sense

AM Auto Transport

67/100 · Good Option

  • •strong audited fits: open transport and urgent pickup
  • •the audit records a low price-change risk signal
  • •5 years in business adds operating history
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Grifo Auto Transport

72/100 · Good Option

Audit lead
  • •Standard Open shipping is a stated overall fit
  • •strong audited fits: open transport, enclosed transport, urgent pickup, luxury or high-value vehicles, and inoperable vehicles
  • •the audit records a low price-change risk signal
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Broker-by-broker analysis

What the audited evidence says

AM Auto Transport

67/100 · Good Option · Audited August 17, 2026

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This audit gives AM Auto Transport a score of 67/100 — Good Option. We recommend using this broker based on the FMCSA, review, and customer-experience data reviewed. Auditor notes: Complete multi-category audit performed based on verified FMCSA records and rating metrics..

Authority and company record

ANATOLIY MOSTRIANSKY holds active FMCSA operating authority, under MC MC-1327965 / USDOT 3746109. Its legal name, MC number, and public-facing identity line up consistently. Contact channels (website, phone, email) had at least one channel that failed to respond at time of audit. The company has operated for 5 years, and its public profile is complete.

Reviews and customer experience

Across review platforms, ANATOLIY MOSTRIANSKY shows 4.3★ on Google (380 reviews), 4.3★ on Transport Reviews (7 reviews), 4.2★ on Trustpilot, 4.1★ on ConsumerAffairs. Review activity is okay, and sentiment is strong across platforms. BBB status is listed as A-, with a low complaint signal. Overall complaint severity in this audit is rated low. Customer accounts describe communication as strong and price honesty as strong. Pickup experiences run strong, and delivery experiences run strong. Problem handling is described as strong, and reports on whether customers would use ANATOLIY MOSTRIANSKY again are strong.

Pricing and service fit

ANATOLIY MOSTRIANSKY positions itself as a mid-range option. Consistency between quoted and final price is high, with low risk of price-change complaints. Customers generally describe the value as high. Binding transparent rate policy. Coverage on common shipping lanes is rated strong, with high confidence in route relevance. Best suited for open transport, urgent / expedited pickup.

Transparency and brand signals

Website and brand presentation come across as strong, with strong handling of public reviews and strong service transparency. Overall trust feel from this audit is strong.

Positive signals

  • Active FMCSA Authority
  • Strong Customer Reviews

What to verify

No material caution flags are listed in this audit.

Grifo Auto Transport

72/100 · Good Option · Audited August 17, 2026

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This audit gives Grifo Auto Transport a score of 72/100 — Good Option. We recommend using this broker based on the FMCSA, review, and customer-experience data reviewed. Auditor notes: Complete multi-category audit performed based on verified FMCSA records and rating metrics..

Authority and company record

MELISSA GRIFO holds active FMCSA operating authority, under MC MC-749827 / USDOT 2249027. Its legal name, MC number, and public-facing identity line up consistently. Contact channels (website, phone, email) were all reachable and functioning at time of audit. The company has operated for 15 years, and its public profile is complete.

Reviews and customer experience

Across review platforms, MELISSA GRIFO shows 4.2★ on Google (170 reviews), 4.6★ on Transport Reviews (49 reviews), 4.5★ on Trustpilot, 4.4★ on ConsumerAffairs. Review activity is fresh, and sentiment is strong across platforms. BBB status is listed as A, with a low complaint signal. Overall complaint severity in this audit is rated low. Customer accounts describe communication as strong and price honesty as strong. Pickup experiences run strong, and delivery experiences run strong. Problem handling is described as strong, and reports on whether customers would use MELISSA GRIFO again are strong.

Pricing and service fit

MELISSA GRIFO positions itself as a budget option. Consistency between quoted and final price is high, with low risk of price-change complaints. Customers generally describe the value as high. Binding transparent rate policy. Coverage on common shipping lanes is rated strong, with high confidence in route relevance. Best suited for open transport, enclosed transport, urgent / expedited pickup, luxury or high-value vehicles, inoperable vehicles.

Transparency and brand signals

Website and brand presentation come across as strong, with strong handling of public reviews and strong service transparency. Overall trust feel from this audit is strong.

Positive signals

  • Active FMCSA Authority
  • Strong Customer Reviews

What to verify

No material caution flags are listed in this audit.

Before you book

Get the terms in writing

Ask each broker for the total price, deposit and cancellation terms, pickup window, carrier information when assigned, cargo coverage, and how price changes are handled. A strong audit profile does not replace reading the agreement for your specific shipment.

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Side-by-side evidence table

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Evidence comparison for selected brokers
AM Auto Transport

ANATOLIY MOSTRIANSKY

Grifo Auto Transport

MELISSA GRIFO

Trust Score67/10072/100
VerdictGood OptionGood Option
FMCSA StatusActive AuthorityActive Authority
Years in Business5 yrs15 yrs
Home StateNYNJ
Google Rating4.3★ · 380 reviews4.2★ · 170 reviews
BBB RatingA-A
Transport Reviews——
Pricing StyleMid-rangeBudget
Price-change RiskLowLow
Best FitBalancedStandard Open
Service FitBroadly balanced service profile; strong audited fits: open transport and urgent pickupStandard Open is its stated overall fit; strong audited fits: open transport, enclosed transport, urgent pickup, luxury or high-value vehicles, and inoperable vehicles
MC NumberMC-1327965MC-749827
USDOT Number37461092249027
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