Billings, MT Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Billings, MT is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and fragile items from your vehicle. Carriers typically don’t insure personal items left inside.

Clean your vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This makes it easier to document any existing damage before shipping.

Document the condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles. Note any scratches, dents, or damage on the inspection report.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your gas tank is only 1/4 full. Check that your battery is charged and there are no leaks.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off custom antennas, spoilers, bike racks, and other exterior accessories that could be damaged. Secure or remove loose interior items.

Disable alarms: Turn off your car alarm to avoid issues during transport.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the carrier.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Proper preparation ensures a smooth transport experience from Billings.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Billings, MT. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance information before pickup. If any damage occurs during transport, you’re covered under the carrier’s cargo insurance policy.

We recommend scheduling your car shipping service from Billings, MT at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best chance of securing competitive rates and your preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why advance notice matters:

• Carrier availability: Billings is a smaller market, so carriers need time to plan routes and bundle shipments heading in the same direction.
• Better pricing: Last-minute bookings often cost more due to limited carrier options.
• Flexible scheduling: More lead time means you can choose pickup windows that work best for you.

If you’re shipping during peak seasons (May-September) or around holidays, consider booking 3-4 weeks ahead. For urgent shipments, we can often accommodate shorter timelines, but expect higher costs and less flexibility.

Bottom line: Book as early as possible for the smoothest experience and best value.

No payment is due at the time of booking. We do require a payment method on file so that it is available to charge once a carrier is secured. We accept all major debit and credit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express. The most convenient option is to pay for your shipment in full by credit card at the time a carrier is secured.

We also allow you to pay for your Initial Payment via credit or debit card and then pay the outstanding balance on delivery day via cash or a certified check made out to the carrier.

Your Sherpa shipment includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If you are shipping to or from a port or your shipment includes ocean transit, your vehicle must be emptied of all items. Sherpa and your assigned carrier cannot be responsible for personal items left inside the vehicle. See our Vehicle Shipping Tips for more details.

Yes. It is important that you, or another adult that you trust, is there for pickup and delivery of your vehicle. This designated person plays an important role in the shipping process including documenting the state of the vehicle and signing the Bill of Lading, which acts as a receipt of the vehicle’s condition.

Open auto transport uses open-air trailers that carry multiple vehicles at once. It’s the most common and affordable option, costing significantly less than enclosed transport. Your vehicle will be exposed to weather and road conditions during transit, but carriers take precautions to secure your car safely.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and road debris. This option typically costs 50-60% more than open transport but provides maximum protection for high-value, classic, luxury, or custom vehicles.

Most people shipping standard vehicles from Billings choose open transport. It’s reliable, safe, and budget-friendly. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a collector car, exotic vehicle, or any car where appearance is critical. Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service for maximum convenience. When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses in Billings, MT (or wherever you’re shipping to or from).

Our carrier will come directly to your home, office, or specified location to pick up your vehicle. They’ll then deliver it right to your destination address—no need for you to drive to a terminal or drop-off point.

Important to know: In some cases, large car carriers may not be able to access certain streets in Billings due to low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or tight turns. If your location isn’t accessible, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a parking lot or gas station. This is rare, but we want you to be prepared.

Door-to-door service is included in most quotes and makes shipping your car as easy as possible.

Many Auto Transport companies try to tease customers with lower rates, only to surprise you with “hidden costs” later. At Sherpa Auto Transport, we do things differently. We provide one locked-in price upfront and stick to it. If unexpected costs arise, we pay them out of our own pocket.

While we may not always be the cheapest option at first glance, our commitment to transparency and reliability offers exceptional value. As a premium service, we ensure an stress-free experience from start to finish.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, vans and motorcycles across the nation, including service to Alaska and Hawaii. At this time, we do not service boats, golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship both operable and inoperable vehicles so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. We can also ship electric vehicles.

Visit Sherpa’s FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!