Full Protection for High-Value Vehicles

Enclosed Auto Transport

Fully enclosed trailers shield your vehicle from weather and road debris from pickup to delivery — the right choice for classic, luxury, and exotic cars. Insured, careful handling, no upfront payment.

FMCSA LicensedMC 1648063 · USDOT 4251528
$250K Cargo InsuranceOn every enclosed shipment
Careful HandlingLift-gate loading for low-clearance cars
No Upfront PaymentPay only once a carrier is assigned

What Is Enclosed Auto Transport?

Enclosed auto transport moves your vehicle inside a fully covered trailer — walls and a roof, not just an open flatbed. Your car is completely shielded from rain, road salt, debris, and UV exposure for the entire trip.

It costs more than open transport and has fewer carriers on the road, but for a car worth protecting, that trade-off is the point.

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Classic car being loaded into a fully enclosed transport trailer

Enclosed vs. Open Transport

Both use the same licensed, insured carrier network — the difference is protection level and price.

Open Transport

  • Lower cost per mile
  • More carriers available — often faster to book
  • Fine for daily-driver sedans, SUVs, and trucks
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How Enclosed Transport Works

The same careful process every time, whether it's a classic, an exotic, or a daily luxury driver.

1

Get Your Quote

Share your vehicle's details, value, and pickup/delivery locations for an accurate estimate.

2

Carrier Matched

We assign a carrier experienced with enclosed, high-value shipments — no payment until then.

3

Careful Loading

Low-clearance vehicles are loaded via lift gate instead of ramps, then secured inside the enclosed trailer.

4

Delivery & Inspection

Your vehicle arrives shielded from the elements the entire way, with a final inspection at drop-off.

What Determines Enclosed Transport Cost

Enclosed transport costs more than open transport, mainly because fewer enclosed carriers operate nationwide and each trailer holds fewer vehicles. Your exact rate depends on:

  • DistanceLike any shipment, longer routes cost less per mile than short ones.
  • Vehicle Value & TypeHigher-value vehicles may call for single-car trailers or extra securing steps.
  • Ground ClearanceVery low vehicles may require lift-gate loading, which not every enclosed carrier offers.
  • Timing & AvailabilityFewer enclosed carriers are on the road, so flexible dates help secure better rates.

Enclosed Transport in Action

Door-to-Door Shipping

Straight From Your Old Door to Your New One

No terminals, no storage lots. Watch how DQ Trans LLC moves your vehicle from pickup to delivery.

PICKUP Your address DELIVERY Your new address
1

We Pick Up at Your Door

A licensed carrier arrives at the address you choose — no terminal drop-off.

2

Tracked in Transit

Your vehicle travels directly to its destination, fully insured along the way.

3

Delivered to Your Door

Final inspection and drop-off, right at your new address.

See How Door-to-Door Shipping Works

Nationwide coverage, fully insured, no upfront payment.

The Enclosed Advantage

Six real reasons owners choose enclosed for their most valuable vehicles.

Full Weather Protection

Enclosed walls and a roof mean zero exposure to rain, road salt, debris, or UV — the whole trip.

Lift-Gate Loading

Low-clearance vehicles are loaded via hydraulic lift gate instead of ramps, avoiding scrapes on loading.

$250K Cargo Insurance

Every enclosed shipment is backed by carrier cargo insurance, vetted before your vehicle is assigned.

Built for Classic & Exotic Cars

Single or multi-car enclosed trailers, matched to your vehicle's needs rather than a one-size-fits-all setup.

Documented Inspections

A signed inspection report at pickup and delivery documents your vehicle's condition at both ends.

No Upfront Payment

We don't process payment until a carrier is confirmed and assigned to your order — never before.

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Yes. Our trailers have 15,000-lb winches. $150 surcharge. Requires prior notice for fuel stabilization and brake disengagement.

Standard: 5′ (fits most supercars). High-clearance (6’5″) available for lifted vehicles (+20% fee). We measure pre-loading.

In single-car trailers with:

  • Aircraft-grade tie-downs
  • Tire cradles
  • Suspension load sensors
  • 360° camera monitoring

Get Your Enclosed Quote

White-glove service starts with a consultation. Get a same-day quote with insurance appraisal.