Bozeman, MT Car Shipping

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

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos. This helps with the pre-transport inspection.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and fragile items. Personal items aren’t covered by carrier insurance and can shift during transit.

Check for leaks and mechanical issues: Ensure your vehicle runs properly and has no fluid leaks. Notify the carrier if your car is inoperable.

Secure or remove accessories: Remove or secure any loose parts like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged during transport.

Maintain fuel level: Keep your gas tank at about 1/4 full. This reduces weight while ensuring enough fuel for loading and unloading.

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

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup from Bozeman and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Bozeman, 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 in good standing. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy for added protection.

This means your vehicle is covered throughout the entire journey from Bozeman to your destination. You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before pickup for your records.

We recommend scheduling your pickup from Bozeman, MT at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier is always better.

Here’s why:

• Better carrier availability: Bozeman is a smaller market, so carriers need time to plan routes through Montana.
• Lower costs: Early booking allows carriers to bundle your vehicle with other shipments, which can reduce your price.
• Flexible scheduling: More notice gives you better pickup and delivery window options.

If you need faster service, expedited shipping is available with as little as 2-3 days notice, though this typically costs more.

For the best rates and availability, book your Bozeman auto transport as soon as you know your moving dates.

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. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but this is the most affordable option. About 90% of vehicles are shipped this way, including most new cars from dealerships.

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

Choose open transport if: You have a standard vehicle and want to save money. It’s safe and reliable for everyday cars.

Choose enclosed transport if: You’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic car, or any vehicle with custom paint or modifications. The extra protection is worth the cost for high-value vehicles.

For more details, check out our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Bozeman, MT. This means we’ll 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 carrier will come to you, making the process as convenient as possible.

Important note for Bozeman residents: Some residential areas may have narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or tight turns that large car carriers cannot safely navigate. If your location isn’t accessible for our trucks, don’t worry—we’ll work with you to find a nearby meeting spot like a shopping center, gas station, or public parking lot. This is common in mountainous areas and ensures your vehicle stays safe during loading.

Our team will communicate with you throughout the process to make pickup and delivery as smooth 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!