Enclosed Auto Transport
Premium protection for luxury, classic, and exotic vehicles.
About this service
Enclosed carriers fully shield your vehicle from weather, road debris, and view. The choice for collector cars, exotics, motorcycles on dollies, and anything over $80k in value. Soft-tie loading and lift-gate trailers are standard.
- Hard-side or soft-side enclosed trailers
- Lift-gate loading (no ramp angles)
- Up to $500,000 cargo coverage per vehicle
- Climate-controlled options on request
Who it's for
- 01Vehicles valued above $80,000
- 02Pre-1980 classics and antiques
- 03Modern exotics (Ferrari, McLaren, Lamborghini, Porsche GT)
- 04Custom paint, wraps, or freshly restored finishes
- 05Low-clearance builds and concours show cars
How enclosed auto transport works
- 01Quote with declared valueTell us the value — over $80k we route only enclosed-certified carriers.
- 02Single- or multi-car selectionTwo-car and single-car trailers available for the highest-value loads.
- 03Lift-gate schedulingConfirmed in writing — no exception for low-clearance vehicles.
- 04Soft-tie pickupWheel-net only. We provide photo confirmation of strap placement.
- 05Climate-controlled transitOptional for concours-grade or freshly-restored vehicles.
Pricing by distance
| Tier | Per-mile / rate |
|---|---|
| Short haul (≤500 mi) | $1.40–$1.80/mi |
| Mid haul (500–1,500 mi) | $0.95–$1.30/mi |
| Long haul (1,500+ mi) | $0.75–$1.00/mi |
Final pricing reflects live carrier-board demand at quote time.
Vehicle prep checklist
- Confirm declared value matches your insurance appraisal
- Document underside, wheels, and rocker panels with the driver
- Disable alarm and remove battery tender if installed
- Quarter-tank fuel only
- Provide any specialty-key instructions in writing
Frequently asked
Enclosed Auto Transport: Hard-side vs soft-side enclosed?+
Hard-side is fully sealed, climate-stable, and the standard for concours cars. Soft-side uses heavy-duty canvas — fully weatherproof but lighter. Soft-side often arrives faster because more units are on the road.
Enclosed Auto Transport: Why a lift gate?+
Standard ramps create a 10–15° approach angle that will scrape splitters and front lips on low cars. Lift gates eliminate the angle entirely.
Enclosed Auto Transport: What's the declared-value rider?+
Per-shipment add-on insurance for vehicles over the carrier's standard $250k limit. Typically $25–$75 buys an additional $100k of coverage.
Quote your enclosed auto transport shipment
No deposit until a carrier is assigned. Talk to a real dispatcher in Austin — not a call center overseas.