Skokie, IL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Skokie, IL is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items from the interior. Carriers typically don’t insure personal items, and extra weight can affect shipping costs.

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos before pickup.

Check for leaks and maintenance: Ensure your car is in good running condition with no fluid leaks. Make sure the battery is charged and tires are properly inflated.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off custom antennas, spoilers, bike racks, and other exterior accessories that could be damaged during transport.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver at pickup and delivery.

Document the condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before shipping.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure a smooth pickup from Skokie and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Skokie, IL. Every carrier 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 policy is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you an extra layer of protection throughout your vehicle’s journey.

Your peace of mind matters. That’s why insurance coverage is included in every quote—no hidden fees or surprises.

We recommend booking your car shipment from Skokie at least 1-2 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and match your vehicle with others heading in the same direction.

However, the more notice you provide, the better. Booking 3-4 weeks ahead often results in:

• More carrier options to choose from
• Better pricing and availability
• Greater flexibility with pickup dates
• Less stress during your move

Need faster service? We can often arrange expedited pickup within 1-5 days, though this may come with premium pricing due to the rush scheduling.

The key is to book as soon as you know your moving dates. Early planning helps ensure smooth, affordable transport from Skokie.

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 elements, but it’s the most affordable and popular option. Most cars shipped to and from Skokie use this method.

Enclosed auto transport uses covered trailers that protect your vehicle from weather, debris, and road dust. It costs 40-60% more than open transport, but it’s worth considering for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

For most everyday vehicles, open transport is perfectly safe and cost-effective. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a high-value car that needs extra protection. Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Skokie, IL. This is our most popular option because it’s the most convenient way to ship your car.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, you provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your home, office, or preferred location in Skokie to pick up your vehicle. When delivery time comes, they’ll bring it right to your door at your destination.

In most Skokie neighborhoods, door-to-door service works perfectly. However, if your street has low-hanging trees, tight turns, or parking restrictions that make it difficult for a large carrier truck to access, we’ll work with you to choose a nearby meeting spot. This might be a shopping center parking lot, gas station, or main street that’s just a short distance away.

Our goal is to make your car shipping experience as easy as possible while keeping your vehicle safe throughout the process.

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!