Shipping exotic and luxury cars enclosed
Welcome to Horizon Car Transport. We offer several options to ship your vehicle. We ship classic, antique, exotic and luxury cars, on enclosed or open carriers. First time shipping, or just want to understand the process better? Read the first-time shipping guide.
Enclosed carrier, or covered service, is auto shipping that protects your vehicle from the elements. Your car rides inside a trailer with walls and a roof, so weather, rocks and road debris stay outside. In many cases enclosed car transport costs more than open.
Why ship enclosed or covered?
Whether you consider your car a collector, exotic, vintage or classic, enclosed auto shipping is not something to leave to just anyone. Enclosed is also a good fit for a newly restored car, a very low car, or anyone who wants the car covered for the whole trip. Tell us about your car and we will quote enclosed alongside open so you can compare.
Door-to-door enclosed car transport
Door-to-door enclosed shipping means there is no need to drop off or pick up your vehicle at a terminal. The carrier picks it up and drops it off at the location you choose. Some places, such as apartment complexes or streets with low-hanging branches, power lines or bridges, are too tight for the truck. In those cases the driver will arrange to meet you at the nearest accessible location.
Terminal-to-terminal enclosed auto shipping
Terminal-to-terminal enclosed shipping requires the customer to both drop off and pick up the car at a terminal.
How open and enclosed compare
| Open | Enclosed | |
|---|---|---|
| Cover | None | Walls and roof |
| Cars per trailer | More | Fewer |
| Typical cost | Lower | Higher |
See open carrier transport to weigh the two.
Next step
Get my quote or call (800) 303-3986.
Questions people ask
Does enclosed cost more than open?
Usually, yes. Enclosed trailers carry fewer cars, so each car carries more of the cost. Ask us to quote both so you can compare.
What is the difference between a covered carrier and an enclosed carrier?
They are the same thing.
How do I get my car ready for enclosed shipping?
Wash it so the inspection is easy. Leave about a quarter tank of gas. Remove toll tags and garage door openers, or wrap them in protective covers. Remove flammables, liquids and other hazardous items. Secure loose items such as the spare tire. Make sure the car starts, has working brakes and holds air pressure in its tires, and tell us about any leaks. The driver's side window needs to work so the driver can load the car.
Can I leave items in the car?
No. Items left in the vehicle are not insured and are the responsibility of the person shipping the car.
Get your quote
Tell us the route and the vehicle. We will send you a quote.