Highland Park, IL Car Shipping

Getting your car ready for shipping from Highland Park, IL is easy when you follow these key steps:

Remove Personal Items: Take out all personal belongings, including items in the glove box, trunk, and center console. Car carriers are not responsible for personal items.

Clean Your Vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the pre-shipping inspection.

Document Current Condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles, noting any scratches, dents, or other damage.

Remove Loose Items: Take off toll transponders, GPS devices, phone chargers, and any aftermarket accessories that could fall off during transport.

Check Fluids and Battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant. Make sure the battery is charged so the carrier can load and unload your vehicle.

Disable Alarms: Turn off car alarms to prevent them from going off during transport.

For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup and delivery for your Highland Park car shipment.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Highland Park, IL. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry minimum $1,000,000 liability insurance and $100,000 cargo insurance.

We verify each carrier’s insurance is active and valid before your Highland Park pickup. Our carriers also add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This coverage is included in your quote at no extra cost. You’ll receive insurance details before your vehicle leaves Highland Park, giving you peace of mind throughout transport.

For car shipping from Highland Park, 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 flexible scheduling options.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently when they have advance notice
• More availability: Popular pickup times fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons
• Less stress: You’ll have backup options if your first choice isn’t available

If you need last-minute service, don’t worry – we can often accommodate rush orders within 3-7 days, though rates may be higher. Peak moving seasons (summer months and early fall) require even more advance planning, so consider booking 4-6 weeks ahead during these busy times.

Ready to ship your vehicle from Highland Park? The sooner you book, the more options you’ll have for a smooth, affordable transport experience.

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 car rides on an open trailer with other vehicles, exposed to weather and road debris. This method is safe and reliable for most everyday vehicles.

Enclosed auto transport provides full protection inside a covered trailer. Your car is shielded from weather, dust, and road debris. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• Classic or vintage cars
• Luxury vehicles over $50,000
• Custom paint jobs or modifications
• Convertibles with soft tops

For most Highland Park residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value and protection. However, if you’re moving a high-value car, the extra cost of enclosed transport provides peace of mind.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for Highland Park, IL residents. 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 car shipment, simply provide us with your preferred pickup location in Highland Park and your delivery address. Our assigned carrier will coordinate with you to schedule a convenient pickup time that works with your schedule.

Highland Park’s well-maintained streets and accessible neighborhoods make door-to-door service possible in most areas. However, if your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits that prevent our large transport trucks from safely accessing your location, we’ll work with you to find a nearby alternative. This might be a local shopping center, gas station, or parking lot within a few blocks of your home.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle – no need to drive to a terminal or arrange additional transportation. It’s our most popular service option for Highland Park customers.

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!