Uli, I concur with avoiding rail. Here in Detroit our most severe auto
test used to be the rail simulator. Rail has a constant shake from the
track's joints that used to wear a car's suspension out before it
reached the dealership.
I second the advice on using U-Ship.com, I used it twice to move a
glider with good results. Just be patient, the first bids will be
outrageous. Set a target price that's fair, and set flexible pick up
and delivery dates. This group is also a good place to find a "tow
ball", which I did as well (Thanks Frank).
~Barny