Aurora, IL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for shipping from Aurora, IL is simple when you follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including electronics, documents, and loose items. Car carriers are not insured for personal property.

Clean your vehicle: Wash both inside and outside. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and that the battery works. Your vehicle needs to start and drive onto the carrier.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or anything that could fall off. Retract antennas and fold in mirrors.

Document existing damage: Take photos of any scratches or dents before shipping.

For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Our Aurora, IL team will also walk you through the process when you book your shipment.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Aurora, IL. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your Aurora car shipment begins, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is current and valid. We also require all carriers to list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This comprehensive coverage protects your vehicle during loading, transport, and delivery – giving you peace of mind throughout your Aurora shipping experience.

For the best rates and service from Aurora, IL, we recommend booking your car shipment at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives our carriers time to plan efficient routes and group your vehicle with others heading in the same direction.

However, we understand that moving timelines can change quickly. If you need faster service, we can often accommodate rush shipments with 3-7 days notice, though this may cost more due to limited carrier availability.

Why book early? Aurora’s location near Chicago means there’s regular carrier traffic, but advance booking helps ensure:

• Lower shipping costs
• More pickup date options
• Better carrier selection

Need to ship your car from Aurora on short notice? Contact us today – we’ll work hard to find you a solution that fits your timeline and budget.

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 is the most common and cost-effective option. Your vehicle is loaded onto an open trailer alongside other cars. While your car is fully secured, it’s exposed to weather and road debris during transport.

Enclosed auto transport provides premium protection by shipping your vehicle in a covered trailer. This option costs about 50-60% more than open transport but offers complete protection from weather, dust, and road debris.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

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

For most standard vehicles shipping from Aurora, IL, open transport is perfectly safe and much more budget-friendly. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

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

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to these exact locations whenever possible. If your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits, don’t worry. We’ll work with you to find a safe nearby spot like a shopping center or gas station.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. This convenient option is available for most Aurora neighborhoods and is our most popular service.

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!