Great Falls, MT Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Great Falls, MT is simple. Here are the key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items from your car. These aren’t covered by carrier insurance and can shift during transit.

Clean your vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This makes it easier to document any existing damage before shipping.

Document the condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles. Note any scratches, dents, or damage on the inspection report.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough fuel (about 1/4 tank), and the battery is charged. Fix any leaks before transport.

Secure or remove accessories: Remove or secure antennas, spoilers, bike racks, and other exterior add-ons that could get damaged.

Disable alarms: Turn off your car alarm to avoid issues during transport.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup from Great Falls and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Great Falls, MT. Every carrier in our network must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before we assign your shipment, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to list Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you an extra layer of protection.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Great Falls until delivery at your destination. If you have questions about coverage, our team is happy to provide you with the carrier’s insurance details before transport begins.

We recommend scheduling your car shipment from Great Falls, MT at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best chance of securing competitive rates and flexible pickup times.

Great Falls is a smaller market compared to major metro areas, which means fewer carriers travel through the region regularly. By posting your shipment early, carriers can plan routes more efficiently and bundle your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

Here’s what to keep in mind:

• 2+ weeks: Ideal timeframe for the best pricing and scheduling options
• 1-2 weeks: Usually sufficient, though options may be more limited
• Less than 1 week: Possible but may result in higher costs or delays

If you need expedited service, let us know. We can often accommodate rush orders, though premium pricing may apply. The earlier you book, the smoother your shipping experience will be.

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. This is the most common and affordable option, costing significantly less than enclosed transport. Your vehicle will be exposed to weather and road debris during transit, but it’s perfectly safe for most cars. About 90% of vehicles shipped in and out of Great Falls use open transport.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and road debris. This option costs 50-60% more than open transport but is worth it for luxury cars, classic vehicles, exotic sports cars, or any car with custom paint or modifications. Enclosed trailers also carry fewer vehicles, meaning more personalized care.

For most standard vehicles leaving Great Falls, open transport is the smart choice. Choose enclosed transport if your vehicle is worth over $100,000, is a collector’s item, or has sentimental value you can’t put a price on. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service in Great Falls, MT. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or business and deliver it directly to your destination address.

Here’s how it works:

• Pickup: The carrier will come to your location in Great Falls to load your vehicle
• Delivery: Your car will be delivered right to your door at the destination
• Flexibility: If your street has low-hanging trees, tight turns, or narrow roads, we’ll arrange a safe nearby meeting spot like a parking lot 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. Our carriers handle the logistics while you focus on your move.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, just provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. We’ll confirm if door-to-door service is possible at your Great Falls location and work with you to find the best solution.

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!