Bloomington, IL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Bloomington, IL is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transit. Clean your vehicle inside and out – this helps with the inspection process and makes it easier to spot any existing damage.

Make sure your car is in good working order with less than a quarter tank of gas. Remove or secure any external accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged. Document your vehicle’s condition with photos before pickup.

Have a spare key ready for the driver, as they’ll need access to load and unload your car. For complete preparation guidelines, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup process in Bloomington and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Bloomington, IL with Sherpa Auto Transport. We require all our carriers to maintain minimum insurance coverage of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your Bloomington 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 during loading, transport, and delivery – giving you peace of mind whether you’re shipping within Illinois or across the country from Bloomington.

For car shipping from Bloomington, IL, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives our carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and group your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

Why book early? Bloomington is a smaller market compared to major cities like Chicago. By scheduling ahead, you’ll have more carrier options and better pricing. Last-minute bookings often cost more and have limited availability.

For the best rates and guaranteed pickup dates, consider booking 4-6 weeks early during busy seasons (summer months and winter holidays). If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping options with shorter lead times.

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 trailers where your car is exposed to weather and road debris. This is the most common and affordable option, costing about 50% less than enclosed transport. Most everyday vehicles ship safely this way.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. This shields your car from weather, road debris, and dust. It costs more but is worth it for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

For most Bloomington, IL residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works great and saves money. Choose enclosed transport if your car is valuable, rare, or has special features you want to protect. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service to and from Bloomington, IL. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or preferred location and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book your car shipment, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses. Our experienced carriers will handle the rest, making your vehicle transport as hassle-free as possible.

In some cases, large transport trucks may not be able to access certain residential streets in Bloomington due to narrow roads, low-hanging branches, or parking restrictions. If this happens, don’t worry – our carrier will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. This ensures your vehicle is transported safely while keeping the process simple for you.

Door-to-door service is included in most of our shipping quotes at no extra charge, making it the most popular choice for customers shipping cars to or from Bloomington, Illinois.

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!