Enclosed Auto Transport for Luxury, Classic, and Exotic Cars

Enclosed auto transport is the premium way to ship a high-value vehicle. Your car rides inside a fully covered trailer, shielded from weather, road debris, and prying eyes. ABC Auto Shipping is a trusted, licensed, and bonded auto transport broker that connects you with vetted enclosed carriers nationwide for white-glove pickup, transit, and door-to-door delivery.

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What Is Enclosed Auto Transport?

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle inside a fully covered trailer instead of an open multi-car carrier. The walls and roof protect against rain, snow, road salt, rock chips, and dust, and the trailer keeps your car out of sight during transit. Enclosed is the standard for luxury sedans, exotics, classics, low-clearance supercars, restoration projects, and any vehicle where appearance and privacy matter.

At ABC Auto Shipping, we coordinate enclosed carriers with soft tie-downs, lift-gate loading, and (where requested) climate control for sensitive interiors. You get transparent all-inclusive pricing, full cargo and liability coverage, and a dedicated coordinator who matches your vehicle to the right enclosed truck on the right route. Request a free enclosed transport quote in under 60 seconds.

Our Enclosed Auto Transport Options

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Hard-Side Enclosed Transport

Solid metal walls and roof for the highest level of protection. Hard-side enclosed trailers shield your vehicle from impact, weather, and debris. The standard choice for exotic supercars and museum-grade classics.

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Soft-Side Enclosed Transport

Heavy-duty fabric walls over a steel frame. Lighter and slightly more affordable than hard-side, soft-side enclosed still keeps weather, salt, and most road debris off your paint. Popular for higher-end daily drivers.

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Lift-Gate Enclosed Loading

A hydraulic lift-gate raises your vehicle into the trailer at ground level. Critical for low-clearance exotics, lowered classics, and any car that cannot safely clear ramps. Always request lift-gate when in doubt.

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Climate-Controlled Enclosed

Temperature- and humidity-managed enclosed transport for vehicles with delicate leather, woodwork, or original finishes. Recommended for concours-level classics, freshly restored interiors, and long-haul summer or winter routes through extreme weather conditions.

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Single-Car Enclosed

Your vehicle is the only car in the trailer. Single-car enclosed gives priority scheduling, faster transit, and the lowest possible risk of contact damage. The preferred option for collector vehicles and dealer auction wins.

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Multi-Car Enclosed

Two to six high-value vehicles share an enclosed trailer with soft partitions and individual tie-down points. A more affordable enclosed option for collectors moving multiple cars on the same route.

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White-Glove Exotic Shipping

Concierge handling for supercars, hypercars, and one-of-one builds. Includes specialty driver vetting, owner-supplied chassis lift instructions, start-to-finish photo documentation, discreet private-property pickup when requested, and a single-point-of-contact coordinator for every booking.

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Restoration and Show Car Transport

Soft tie-downs, padded straps, and lift-gate loading protect freshly restored or show-prepped vehicles. We coordinate enclosed pickup from restoration shops, garages, paint booths, and event venues across the country with care.

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Auction and Dealer Enclosed

Bought a high-value lot at Mecum, Barrett-Jackson, RM Sotheby’s, or Bring a Trailer? We coordinate enclosed transport directly from the auction venue to your driveway, with full insurance documentation and dedicated dispatch.

Why Choose ABC Auto Shipping?

Choosing the right auto transport company protects your vehicle, your wallet, and your peace of mind. Here’s what sets ABC Auto Shipping apart from other car shipping companies.

The Easiest Way To Ship Your Car

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Step 01

Get Your Free Instant Quote

Enter your zip codes, vehicle make, model, year, and any special handling notes (low clearance, lift-gate, climate-controlled). You will receive a detailed enclosed transport quote with all options priced clearly.

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Step 02

Book Your Enclosed Shipment

Secure your booking with a $100 refundable deposit per vehicle. Your dedicated coordinator begins matching your car to a vetted enclosed carrier the very next business day.

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Step 03

Pickup and Inspection

We require a 4 to 5 day pickup window (minimum 3 to 4 days), narrowed to 1 to 2 days once dispatched. The driver completes a detailed Bill of Lading with photos before loading into the enclosed trailer.

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Step 04

Door to Door Delivery

Your driver calls with a 4-hour delivery window. The vehicle is unloaded, re-inspected against the Bill of Lading, and signed off. Discreet, careful, and stress-free enclosed delivery.

Who We Serve

Popular Auto Transport Routes

We move vehicles on every major U.S. corridor. Some of our most popular routes for this service include:

California to Florida

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Florida to California

New York to Los Angeles

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Los Angeles to New York

Texas to California

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California to Texas

Monterey

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Scottsdale (auction season)

Detroit

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Florida (snowbird and show season)

Atlanta

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Los Angeles

Connecticut

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Miami

Washington

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Texas

+ all 50-state combinations

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What Our Clients Say

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FAQs

Enclosed auto transport typically costs 30 to 60 percent more than open transport. The exact premium depends on distance, vehicle size, lift-gate or climate-control options, and route. Most enclosed shipments fall within the $500 to $1,800 industry range, scaled up for distance and vehicle value. Request a free quote for an exact figure.
Choose enclosed for luxury, exotic, classic, antique, low-clearance, freshly restored, or high-value vehicles. If your car is worth $50,000 or more, has aftermarket bodywork, or you simply want zero exposure to weather and road debris, enclosed is worth the premium. Anything you would not drive in a hailstorm belongs in an enclosed trailer.
Yes. Many of our enclosed carriers include hydraulic lift-gates, which raise your vehicle from the ground into the trailer with zero ramp angle. Lift-gate loading is essential for low-clearance exotics and lowered classics. Always tell your coordinator your front splitter or ground clearance so we dispatch the right truck.
Some of our enclosed trailers offer climate control, but it is not standard. Climate control is recommended for concours-level classics, vehicles with delicate leather or veneers, and long routes during extreme summer or winter. Request climate control when you book and we will quote the available options.
Every enclosed carrier in our network is required to carry cargo and liability insurance, with coverage scaled to high-value vehicles. Your car is covered from the moment it is loaded until it is safely delivered. We provide insurance documentation on request, so you can match coverage to your vehicle’s agreed value.
Yes. Enclosed carriers with lift-gate loading can accommodate vehicles down to roughly 3 inches of ground clearance [VERIFY: minimum clearance and overall height limits]. Tell your coordinator your front splitter clearance, ride height, and any aftermarket wings or splitters so we match your car to the right truck.
Cross-country enclosed shipments typically take 7 to 10 days from pickup. Regional enclosed routes can be completed in 1 to 4 days. Pickup occurs within 1 to 5 days of booking, depending on availability. Single-car enclosed and expedited service shorten the window further at a premium.
No. Leave a quarter tank of fuel and your normal fluid levels in the vehicle. Modern enclosed transport does not require fluid draining. Disable car alarms and toll tags, remove loose items, and document the vehicle’s condition with photos before pickup. Your coordinator will send a full prep checklist.
We recommend booking enclosed transport 7 to 30 days in advance for the best carrier availability and rates, especially during auction season (January, March, August). Last-minute enclosed bookings are possible but limited; expedited service is available if you need pickup in 24 to 72 hours.
We coordinate vetted enclosed carriers with cargo and liability insurance, lift-gate loading, soft tie-downs, and white-glove handling. With a 4.9-star rating, more than 50,000 vehicles shipped, and transparent flat-rate pricing, we are a trusted choice for collectors and dealers nationwide. Call 877-686-5611 today.

Ready to ship your car the easy way?

Get your free, no-obligation enclosed auto transport quote today, or speak with a shipping advisor at 877-686-5611. We coordinate hard-side, soft-side, lift-gate, and climate-controlled enclosed trailers nationwide, fully insured, fully tracked, and delivered to your door.

Phone: 877-686-5611 | Email: info@abcautoshipping.com | Address: 102 Turnstone, Irvine, CA 92618

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