Enclosed Auto Transport Services Across the USA
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Premium Door-to-Door Car Shipping for High-Value Vehicles
Auto Express Inc provides premium enclosed auto transport for luxury, exotic, classic, and high-value vehicles nationwide. Our enclosed carriers shield your car inside a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, road debris, and prying eyes throughout the entire journey. With CDL-licensed Master Car Haulers, full insurance coverage, and door-to-door service, your prized vehicle arrives in showroom condition every time.
What Is Enclosed Auto Transport?
Enclosed auto transport uses a fully covered trailer to ship your vehicle, completely sealing it from outside elements.
Unlike open carriers, an enclosed trailer holds only 1 to 6 vehicles, allowing for individual attention, soft tie-downs, and lift-gate loading. Also called “protected transport,” this premium method is the industry standard for shipping luxury, exotic, classic, and collector vehicles across the country.
Enclosed Transport by Auto Express Inc.
Why Choose Enclosed Car Shipping with Auto Express Inc
Customers trust us with their most valuable vehicles because we combine top-tier equipment, experienced drivers, and complete transparency. Here’s what sets our enclosed auto transport service apart:
Maximum Protection from the Elements
Your vehicle travels inside a fully covered trailer, shielded from rain, snow, hail, road salt, dust, and rock chips. No exposure to weather or debris means your paint, finish, and undercarriage arrive flawless.
Soft Tie-Downs & Lift-Gate Loading
Our enclosed carriers use padded soft straps and hydraulic lift-gates instead of ramps. This is critical for low-clearance exotics, lowered vehicles, and classic cars with delicate suspensions or rare bodywork.
Discretion & Privacy
Enclosed trailers keep your vehicle out of sight during transit. Ideal for celebrity clients, high-net-worth owners, dealerships, and anyone shipping a rare or one-of-a-kind vehicle that warrants complete privacy.
Higher Insurance Coverage Limits
Enclosed carriers carry significantly higher cargo insurance limits than open haulers, often reaching $1 million or more per load. We provide insurance certificates upon request before pickup for complete peace of mind.
Specialized, Experienced Drivers
Enclosed transport requires skill. Every driver in our network is CDL-licensed, fully insured, and trained specifically in handling luxury, exotic, and classic vehicles with the care a brand-new dealership car receives.
Nationwide Coverage, 25+ Hubs
With over 25 hubs across the country — from California to Florida, Texas to New York — we offer faster pickup, flexible routing, and reliable enclosed carrier availability when smaller brokers cannot deliver.
How Enclosed Auto Transport Works
From quote to sealed delivery — four simple steps, zero stress
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Step 1
Request Your Free Quote
Submit the quick quote form or call 877-428-8697. You’ll receive a fast, firm enclosed auto transport quote in about 1 minute, with no obligation and no hidden fees.
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Step 2
Book Your Enclosed Carrier
Approve the quote and we confirm pickup details, preferred dates, and delivery address. A small deposit reserves your dedicated spot inside an enclosed trailer with a specialized Master Car Hauler.
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Step 3
White-Glove Vehicle Pickup
Our driver arrives at your location, performs a detailed condition inspection, documents everything on the Bill of Lading, and carefully loads your vehicle using a hydraulic lift-gate.
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Step 4
Safe, Sealed Delivery
Your vehicle is delivered directly to your destination inside the same sealed trailer. We complete a final inspection together and you sign off on the Bill of Lading. Premium service, zero stress.
Enclosed vs Open Auto Transport: Which Is Right for You?
Enclosed transport is the right choice when protection matters more than price. Here’s a side-by-side comparison so you can decide what’s best for your vehicle:
| Feature | Enclosed Transport | Open Transport |
|---|---|---|
| Protection | Fully covered, sealed trailer | Exposed to weather / debris |
| Cost | Premium pricing | 30–40% cheaper |
| Insurance | $3M+ cargo coverage | Standard coverage |
| Capacity | 1–7 vehicles per trailer | Up to 10 vehicles |
| Loading | Lift-gate, soft straps | Standard ramps |
| Best For | Luxury, exotic, classic | Daily drivers, used cars |
Enclosed Transport Is Best For:
- Luxury vehicles (Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Porsche)
- Exotic cars (Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Bugatti)
- Classic and vintage collector vehicles
- Vehicles with high-end paint, T-tops, or soft tops
- Lowered cars and modified vehicles with low ground clearance
- Race cars, show cars, and one-of-a-kind builds
Open Transport May Suit You Better If:
- You’re shipping a standard daily driver or used car
- Budget is your primary concern
- Your vehicle has no specialty parts or modifications
- You’re moving a fleet of standard vehicles
Vehicles We Ship via Enclosed Transport
Our enclosed carriers regularly move every category of high-value vehicle, including:
Premium Vehicle Enclosed Transport
Luxury sedans and SUVs from Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Lexus, Porsche, and Range Rover
Exotic & Hyper Enclosed Car Transport
Exotic supercars including Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Bugatti, Pagani, and Koenigsegg
Muscle & Sports Car Enclosed Transport
American muscle and sports cars: Corvette, Mustang Shelby, Dodge Challenger, Camaro ZL1
Classic & Antique Enclosed Auto Transport
Classic and antique cars from the 1920s through 1980s
Enclosed Electric Vehicle Transport
Electric vehicles such as Tesla, Lucid Air, Rivian, and Porsche Taycan
Race & Show Enclosed Car Transport
Race cars, show cars, and custom one-off builds
Custom & Modified Enclosed Transport
Vehicles with non-stock modifications, lifts, or aftermarket bodywork
How Much Does Enclosed Auto Transport Cost?
Enclosed shipping costs more than open transport because of higher insurance limits, smaller load capacity, and specialized equipment. The main factors that influence your enclosed shipping quote include:
- Distance between pickup and delivery locations
- Time of year (peak season runs May through September)
- Delivery urgency and route flexibility
- Fuel costs and current enclosed carrier availability
- Vehicle make, model, value, and operational condition
- Trailer type (single-car vs multi-car enclosed)
- Lift-gate requirement for low-clearance vehicles
For an accurate, customized enclosed transport quote, request a free estimate online or speak directly with our team today.
Enclosed Auto Transport to Every U.S. State
We provide enclosed car shipping to and from every U.S. state, with primary hubs in California, Florida, Texas, New York, Arizona, Georgia, Colorado, Ohio, North Carolina, Michigan, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Minnesota, Nevada, and Washington. Whether you need cross-country enclosed auto transport or a regional luxury vehicle move, our nationwide carrier network has you covered.
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Massachusetts
Michigan
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Nevada
Pennsylvania
Virginia
Washington
Illinois
Maryland
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you transport modified, lifted, or oversized vehicles?
Yes. We transport lifted trucks, modified SUVs, oversized vehicles, and custom builds. Providing accurate dimensions helps us assign the appropriate trailer and equipment for safe transport.
Can you ship multiple vehicles at the same time?
Yes. Whether you’re relocating a family fleet, moving dealership inventory, or transporting multiple collector vehicles, we can coordinate the shipment of several vehicles on a single order.
Do you transport non-running vehicles?
Yes. We can ship vehicles that do not start, roll, or steer. Specialized equipment such as winches and loading tools may be required, so it’s important to inform us of the vehicle’s condition when booking.
Is my luxury or exotic car insured during enclosed transport?
Yes. Enclosed carriers carry significantly higher cargo insurance limits than open trailers, often reaching $1 million or more per load. We provide a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate upon request before your vehicle is loaded for transport.
Can you ship a non-running or inoperable classic car?
Yes. Our enclosed carriers come equipped with hydraulic lift-gates and winches specifically designed for inoperable, lowered, and low-clearance vehicles. Please inform us in advance so we can match you with the right enclosed truck and qualified driver.
Is enclosed transport worth the extra cost?
For luxury, exotic, classic, and high-value vehicles, yes. The added cost protects against weather damage, road debris, and rock chips that can lead to expensive paint or bodywork repairs. For everyday vehicles, open transport remains the practical, budget-friendly choice.
Do you offer door-to-door enclosed auto transport?
Yes, every enclosed shipment includes door-to-door service. Our drivers will get as close to your home, dealership, or storage facility as legally and safely possible. If access is restricted, we’ll coordinate a convenient nearby meeting point with you.
How do I prepare my car for enclosed auto transport?
Wash your car so existing condition is fully visible, document everything with photos, remove personal items and aftermarket toll tags, keep the fuel tank a quarter full, disable alarms, and provide one set of keys to the driver at pickup.