Quick answer
Broadway Auto Transport has the stronger current audit profile
Broadway Auto Transport leads this comparison by 22 points in VerifyCarCarrier’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.
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
Broadway Auto Transport
27/100 · Do Not Recommend
- •Open Transport shipping is a stated overall fit
- •strong audited fits: open transport
- •10 years in business adds operating history
Conversion Carriers
5/100 · Do Not Recommend
- •23 years in business adds operating history
Broker-by-broker analysis
What the audited evidence says
Broadway Auto Transport
27/100 · Do Not Recommend · Audited August 17, 2026
This audit gives Broadway Auto Transport LLC a score of 27/100 — Do Not Recommend. Despite a strong Google reputation (4.8★, 1,736 reviews) and Trustpilot presence (4.5★, 152 reviews), FMCSA records show the company's authority is currently NOT AUTHORIZED under USDOT 3990000 / MC-1496533. Operating with a broker that lacks active FMCSA authority creates unresolved liability exposure for consumers. Compounding this: a BBB grade of C+ with no accreditation, a 1.9★ Yelp average across 36 reviews, and a 2024 TCPA class action lawsuit. The Google rating alone should not be the deciding factor here.
Authority and company record
Broadway Auto Transport LLC (USDOT 3990000 / MC-1496533) is registered in New York, NY at 1 Maiden Lane, 5th Floor. FMCSA SAFER records show its operating authority is currently NOT AUTHORIZED — meaning the company does not hold active federal authority to legally broker vehicle shipments at time of audit. The legal name and MC/DOT numbers are consistent across federal and public records. The company has a functional website, reachable phone line, and professional email. Business history spans approximately 10 years, with Forbes recognition in 2024 as one of the best NYC car shipping companies.
Reviews and customer experience
Broadway Auto Transport's review profile is sharply split across platforms. On Google (4.8★, 1,736 reviews) and Trustpilot (4.5★, 152 reviews) the company shows strong ratings with recent, consistent volume. On Yelp (1.9★, 36 reviews) the picture reverses — a concentrated cluster of negative accounts citing communication failures and pricing disputes. BBB carries a C+ grade with no accreditation. This divergence between Google/Trustpilot and Yelp is notable: it often reflects either selective review solicitation or a specific service segment generating disproportionate complaints. Positive reviews on Google and Trustpilot highlight responsive agents and smooth deliveries. Yelp accounts describe a different pattern: delayed pickups, post-booking price increases, and difficulty reaching agents after payment. The 2024 TCPA class action (Jamal v. Broadway Auto Transport LLC, SDNY 1:24-cv-06198) alleges unsolicited marketing contacts, adding another consumer-protection concern beyond the core service experience.
Pricing and service fit
Average service price of approximately 30 — around 32% below market rate. The below-market positioning may attract customers but is consistent with the bait-and-switch pricing complaints appearing on Yelp. Price change risk is assessed as medium given the mixed signal between high Google satisfaction and concentrated Yelp pricing complaints. Broadway Auto Transport covers all 48 contiguous states with door-to-door service. Open transport is their primary offering and strongest fit. Enclosed, urgent, and luxury vehicle options are listed but not specialty-focused. Route confidence is assessed as medium given the nationwide scope without specialized infrastructure.
Transparency and brand signals
Website is professional and functional. Forbes 2024 recognition adds credibility at first glance. However, the BBB C+ grade (not accredited), the Yelp rating, and the inactive FMCSA authority all undercut the polished brand presentation. Overall trust feel for this audit is low given the regulatory standing.
Positive signals
- 4.8★ Google rating across 1,736 reviews
- 4.5★ Trustpilot (152 reviews)
- Forbes: Best Car Shipping Companies NYC 2024
What to verify
- FMCSA authority status: NOT AUTHORIZED (USDOT 3990000)
- BBB grade C+ — not accredited
- Yelp 1.9★ across 36 reviews — significant complaint concentration
Conversion Carriers
5/100 · Do Not Recommend · Audited August 17, 2026
This audit gives Conversion Carriers a score of 5/100 — Do Not Recommend. We do not currently recommend 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..
Repeat-customer signal to verify
The audit describes repeat-customer evidence as weaker than this broker’s other customer-experience signals. Review recent source feedback and confirm the written terms before treating the overall score as decisive.
Authority and company record
CONVERSION CARRIERS INC does not currently show active FMCSA operating authority, under MC MC-462877 / USDOT 1142422. 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 23 years, and its public profile is complete.
Reviews and customer experience
Across review platforms, CONVERSION CARRIERS INC shows 3.1★ on Google (16 reviews), 2.6★ on Transport Reviews, 3.3★ on Trustpilot, 3★ on ConsumerAffairs. Review activity is stale, and sentiment is weak across platforms. BBB status is listed as C, with a high complaint signal. Overall complaint severity in this audit is rated high. Customer accounts describe communication as weak and price honesty as weak. Pickup experiences run weak, and delivery experiences run weak. Problem handling is described as weak, and reports on whether customers would use CONVERSION CARRIERS INC again are weak.
Pricing and service fit
CONVERSION CARRIERS INC positions itself as a mid-range option. Consistency between quoted and final price is low, with high risk of price-change complaints. Customers generally describe the value as medium. Dynamic market rate estimate. Coverage on common shipping lanes is rated weak, with low confidence in route relevance. Weaker fit for open transport.
Transparency and brand signals
Website and brand presentation come across as weak, with mixed handling of public reviews and mixed service transparency. Overall trust feel from this audit is weak.
Positive signals
- Established Brand History
- National Route Coverage
What to verify
- FMCSA authority not confirmed active
- Inactive FMCSA Operating Status
- Moderate Pricing Variability
Source checks
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.