Rockford, IL Car Shipping

Getting your car ready for shipping from Rockford, IL is simple. First, remove all personal items from inside your vehicle – carriers cannot transport personal belongings for insurance reasons. Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport.

Next, clean your car inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection. Remove or secure external accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or custom antennas that could get damaged.

Make sure your gas tank is between 1/4 and 1/2 full – enough fuel for loading and unloading, but not so much that it adds unnecessary weight. Have a spare key ready for the driver, and ensure your battery is charged and tires are properly inflated.

Finally, document your car’s condition with photos before pickup. Check out our complete Vehicle Shipping Tips guide for a detailed checklist to ensure your Rockford car shipping goes smoothly.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Rockford, IL with Sherpa Auto Transport. We require all our carriers to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage that protects your vehicle throughout the entire transport process.

Here’s what covers your vehicle during transport from Rockford:

• $1,000,000 minimum liability insurance – Covers damages caused by carrier negligence
• $100,000 minimum cargo insurance – Protects your vehicle’s value during transport
• Verified coverage – We check that insurance is active before your shipment leaves Rockford

For added protection, all our contracted carriers list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policies. This means we can directly verify coverage and help with any claims if needed.

Important: While rare, you should document your vehicle’s condition before pickup in Rockford. Take photos and note any existing damage on the inspection report with your driver.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Rockford, IL at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible scheduling options.

Why book early? Rockford is located along major shipping routes between Chicago and other Midwest cities, which means carriers frequently travel through the area. However, booking early allows carriers to:

• Bundle your vehicle with other shipments heading the same direction
• Offer you better pricing through route optimization
• Provide more pickup date options that work with your schedule

If you need faster service, we can often accommodate rush shipments with 3-7 days notice, though this typically comes with higher costs. For the most affordable and stress-free experience, give yourself plenty of time and book 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 transport uses exposed trailers that carry 8-10 cars at once. Your vehicle is secured but not covered from weather and road debris. This is the most common and affordable option, costing about 50% less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and debris. This premium service costs more but is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Rockford residents shipping everyday vehicles, open transport works perfectly fine. Choose enclosed transport if your car is worth over $50,000 or has special value to you. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

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

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our experienced carriers will handle the rest, making your move from Rockford as smooth as possible. If your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits, our driver will contact you to arrange pickup at a nearby safe location such as a shopping center or gas station.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle – no need to drive to terminals or arrange additional transportation. It’s our most popular shipping option for good reason!

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!