Schaumburg, IL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Schaumburg, IL is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including toll passes, GPS devices, and anything in the glove box or trunk. Items left in the car aren’t covered by insurance.

Clean your vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This helps you spot any damage during the pre-transport inspection.

Check fluids and battery: Make sure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and brake fluid. Your battery should be charged and secure.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or loose parts that could fall off during transport.

Document condition: Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup.

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures your car arrives safely at its destination from Schaumburg.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Schaumburg, IL. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry minimum insurance coverage of $1,000,000 in liability and $100,000 in cargo protection.

Before your Schaumburg car shipment begins, we verify that your assigned carrier’s insurance policy is active and valid. We also require all contracted carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy for added protection.

This comprehensive coverage protects your vehicle throughout the entire journey from Schaumburg to your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is protected by professional-grade insurance coverage.

For car shipping from Schaumburg, IL, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with other shipments in the Schaumburg area
• More flexibility: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Peak season planning: Summer months and holidays get busy fast

If you need last-minute service, don’t worry – we can often arrange pickup within 3-7 days. However, expect higher costs and limited scheduling options.

Pro tip: Book as soon as you know your moving date. You can always adjust your pickup window later if needed.

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 transport is the most common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs less.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• Classic or luxury cars
• Custom paint jobs
• High-value vehicles
• Cars that need extra protection

For most standard vehicles shipping to or from Schaumburg, open transport works great and saves money. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for more details on which option fits your needs.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for Schaumburg, IL residents. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our assigned carrier will coordinate with you to schedule convenient times for both pickup and delivery.

However, some Schaumburg neighborhoods have narrow streets or low-hanging branches that large car carriers cannot navigate safely. In these cases, we’ll arrange a nearby meeting point like a shopping center or gas station – usually within a few blocks of your location. This ensures your vehicle stays safe while still providing maximum convenience.

Our door-to-door service eliminates the need for you to drive to a terminal, saving you time and hassle during your move from Schaumburg.

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!