Missoula, MT Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Missoula, MT is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car – carriers are not insured for personal belongings. Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transit.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps with the inspection process and makes it easier to spot any existing damage. Document your car’s condition with photos from all angles.

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. Check that your battery is charged and your tires are properly inflated.

Remove or secure exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could come loose. Disable your car alarm to avoid issues during transport.

Finally, have a spare key ready for the driver and make sure someone will be available for both pickup and delivery. For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Missoula, MT. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

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

This insurance covers your vehicle during loading, transport, and delivery. You’ll receive your carrier’s insurance details before pickup so you have all the information you need for peace of mind during your Missoula car shipment.

For car shipping from Missoula, MT, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. However, the earlier you book, the better your chances of securing competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Missoula’s location in western Montana means fewer carriers travel through the area compared to major interstate routes. This makes advance planning crucial for finding available transport options. Booking early allows carriers to:

• Bundle your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction
• Plan efficient routes through Montana’s mountainous terrain
• Offer better pricing due to improved logistics

During peak moving seasons (summer months and early fall), consider booking 3-4 weeks ahead as demand increases significantly. Winter shipping from Missoula can face weather delays, so extra lead time helps ensure smooth transport.

Pro tip: Flexible pickup dates within a 3-5 day window can help secure faster service and better rates from carriers serving the Missoula area.

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 cost-effective 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 Missoula residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works perfectly fine. 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 convenient door-to-door service for Missoula, MT residents. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or preferred location 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. However, due to Missoula’s mountainous terrain and some residential areas with narrow streets, there may be times when our large transport trucks cannot safely access certain locations.

If we encounter any restrictions – such as low-hanging branches, tight turns, or steep driveways – we’ll work with you to find a nearby safe meeting spot. This could be a local parking lot, gas station, or main road that’s easily accessible for both you and our driver.

Our goal is to make your car shipping experience as smooth as possible while ensuring the safety of your vehicle and our equipment throughout the Montana landscape.

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!