Skokie, IL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Skokie, IL is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport. Clean your vehicle inside and out – this helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process smoother.

Make sure your car has between 1/4 and 1/2 tank of gas. Remove or secure any exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged. Check your battery and tire pressure to ensure your vehicle can be easily loaded and unloaded.

Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup. This creates a record of your vehicle’s condition. Finally, have a spare key ready for the driver – they’ll need it to move your car on and off the carrier.

For a complete checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure smooth pickup and delivery of your vehicle from Skokie.

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

Our insurance requirements include:

• $1,000,000 in liability insurance – Covers damages to other vehicles or property
• $100,000 in cargo insurance – Protects your vehicle during transport
• Valid insurance verification – We confirm coverage is active before your Skokie pickup

For added protection, all carriers must list Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we can directly verify coverage and handle any claims on your behalf.

Important: While our carriers provide excellent coverage, we recommend checking with your personal auto insurance provider about potential gaps during transport. Some policies may have specific requirements for vehicle shipping.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Skokie, IL at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives us time to find the best carrier and get you competitive rates.

Booking early helps because:

• Carriers can group your car with other shipments in the Skokie area
• You get more scheduling options that fit your timeline
• Last-minute bookings often cost more and have fewer available dates

If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup within a few days. But for the best rates and most flexibility, book as soon as you know your moving date.

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 is the most common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris. This option is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Skokie residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works perfectly. Choose enclosed transport if your car is worth over $50,000 or has sentimental value you can’t replace. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for customers in Skokie, IL and nationwide. This premium service means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose, and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in Skokie. Our experienced carriers will coordinate with you to schedule convenient pickup and delivery times. In most cases, we can access residential driveways and street locations throughout Skokie’s neighborhoods.

However, if your location has restrictions like narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or weight limits that prevent our carrier from safely accessing your address, we’ll work with you to find a nearby alternative. This might be a local parking lot, gas station, or shopping center within a few miles of your home.

Benefits of door-to-door service:

• Maximum convenience – no need to drive to a terminal
• Saves you time and gas money
• Reduces handling of your vehicle
• Flexible scheduling around your availability

Our door-to-door service is available for both open and enclosed auto transport options in the Skokie area.

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!