Car Shipping Los Angeles to Chicago

How much does it cost to ship a car from Los Angeles to Chicago?


Several variables decide the final cost to hip a car from Los Angeles to Chicago. Vehicle make and model, together with the distance set the base price for shipping. Then the choice of carrier type enters the equation. Shipping a non-running car drives the price up due to additional equipment. Remote areas of the country also cost more. However, current supply and demand decides the final price.

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Corsia rep (Elena) was very proactive. Helped ship a car from CA to GA. She checked in with me via email quote and several phone calls to find me the best possible quote for the fastest available service. After several communications, Corsia was able to schedule a vehicle pickup the next day. The driver communicated well, and the vehicle arrived in final destination faster than we expected in perfect condition. I highly recommend using Corsia's reliable, efficient service.

Geet Mp Haryana

Thanks, Corsia! Pickup was so clean, efficient, and wonderful -- my only recommendation is to make sure you schedule it during the day so you can fully review the car in the daylight. Drop off was equally wonderful, and the whole trip went down without a hitch (pun intended!). Seriously, Corsia delivered my Jeep from CT to California with no issues or bumps in the road!

Cay Liptak

High five's all around! Corsia was highly recommended by a friend in the automobile industry. We needed to transport a cargo van from Seattle to Florida. We contacted Corsia who quickly arranged transport within just a few days. Communication was outstanding! Just a few email confirmations and we were all set. Mike was great and arrived right on time and delivered to Florida on schedule. Tip-avoid the hornets nest of auto brokers on line and just contact Corsia for a truly great experience!

Elizabeth Woodward

Corsia Memphis to LA, mid-size SUV. I looked at 4 different companies amd Corsia was the most responsive of them. While being responsive, they were not unduly aggressive: when I indicated that I need to wait a month before making a decision they stopped contacting me and only came back with a reminder when I really needed it. Once I decided to engage Corsia they found me a transport within two days and the car was delivered (from Memphis to LA) in another two days. I had a truly positive experience.

Csaba Kovesdy

Working with Corsia Logistics was a great experience. Working with Corsia Logistics was wonderful. They were able to find a driver right away to transport our car. They were in constant communication as to when the car was getting picked up and dropped off. The driver also communicated with me as to when he would arrive. I would highly recommend Corsia Logistics.

Kelly Torres

Excellent Organization Corsia was an excellent company to work with while I transferred my car across the US. A friend of mine suggested I use them as they had been very organized and trustworthy with her own car. I researched a few different place but decided to go with Corsia and I'm so glad I did! Any questions I had throughout the process they answered quickly and clearly. I would definitely use them again in the future and recommend them for others to use.

Amy Nelson

Looking for a logistics company, to ship my car, from California to Illinois,my first search, then Corsia showed up, skeptical. Call and a very friendly secretary: Elena. She guided me through, I scheduled and as she explained, all when smooth as scheduled Very happy I did the right choice. I'll recommend this great Company to anyone that is thinking to relocate a vehicle. Thanks Corsia logistics for your honesty and professionalism!

Simon Moore

Top notch Transport - Porsche 997 Top notch! As easy and efficient as one could possibly imagine. Great customer service.. thank you Luke. Great prices. Check. Timely communications. Check. Clean transport trailer. Check. Supremely careful driver. Check. Timely arrival. Check. Don't mess around elsewhere, just call Corsica and feel confident your transports needs are going to be exceeded. My Porsche 911 rode like a Queen in her enclosed chariot. I've never needed a transport company before, and I surely will use them every time. Do yourself a favor, seriously. Call now.

JW

Corsia has been amazing. Their prices are really competitive but more importantly their customer service has been 5-Star. Elena followed up with me every step of the way, making sure there was no miscommunication between me & the driver. We are using them to ship a 2nd vehicle & would not hesitate to use them again!

Carroll Tiffany

I have recently used Corsia for long time family car with sentimental value that was moved I have recently used Corsia for shipment of my vehicle from Oregon to Arizona by recommendation from other family member who also used Corsia in the past. I am very pleased on the service and the communication throughout shipment. Ken was my direct contact and kept me informed along the move The car was picked up and delivered as communicated. I did use a enclosed mover and the driver was also clean cut professional and treated car as his own. I would definitely recommend Corsia again with the experience I have had. Thank you. T

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How long does it take to ship a car from Los Angeles to Chicago?

Shipping a car from Los Angeles to Chicago takes about 5 to 7 days. Various factors could affect the shipping times and this means that shipping time is always an estimate. Open auto transport is usually faster and cheaper due to high availability.

What services does CORSIA offer?

Corsia Logistics provides the following car shipping services:

by carrier type: open and enclosed trailer

by time frame: standard and expedited delivery

Your choice of carrier type should really be influenced by the type of vehicle you need to ship. Everyday sedans usually go on an open-air trailer. If you need to ship a high-end sports or luxury automobile, or any classic vehicle you should choose enclosed trailer. Enclosed auto transport offers complete protection from weather and road elements.

A standard car shipping service usually means that a carrier will pick up your vehicle within one to few days. Delivery, in this case, from Chicago to Miami would be 4-6 days. However, please keep in mind that all dates and times are only estimates. Carriers are picking up and dropping off shipments, hence, delays may happen, due to weather, traffic, or other customers’ postponements.

Expedited delivery could guarantee that your car is picked up or delivered on or by a specified date and time. This, however, requires the whole schedule of the truck to play around your schedule, which naturally increases the price.

 

Open auto transport is the standard solution. It is faster and cheaper. Open carriers are readily available and this makes them efficient and preferred by private customers and businesses alike.

Enclosed auto transport is a preferred solution for sports and high-end automobiles. It offers complete protection from weather and road elements. However, it could take a bit longer to book and schedule. It is more expensive as well.

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What documents do I need when shipping a car?

Domestic transport is easy. When shipping a car from Los Angeles to Chicago, you or someone on your behalf must release the vehicle to the carrier at pick-up.

The person at pick-up will also need to sign a Bill of Lading (BOL). The BOL is a receipt and an inspection report. When the carrier inspects the car you need to check with that all existing damages are marked before you sign. Never sign a blank or incomplete document.

 

Moving to Chicago

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We know thousands of reasons to move to Chicago. But we are not going to list all of them here. We will go over just a few. Then we will explain how auto transport works.

Chicago is known as the City of Big Shoulders, or the Windy City. It is the place where Midwestern sensibility couples with the big city edge. It’s one of the best cities in the US. Home to everyone’s favorite Twinkies and the world’s first skyscraper. Being a gracious host, Chicago will invite you to a cup of its own Intelligentsia coffee that pairs so well with the city’s awe-inspiring skyline. We also wouldn’t be exaggerating if we said that in Chicago you’ll have some of the best meals in your life.

We can come up with a thousand good reasons to move to the Windy City: from the people to the food, to all the amazing things you can do every day.

The only downside to Chicago is the harsh winters. Hence, you’ll have to plan your wardrobe accordingly and most likely rethink your car maintenance routine, if you are planning to rely on your four wheels and not on Chicago public transit. For that matter, you may find our winter car maintenance guide helpful.

Being a driver in Illinois

Once you become a Chicago resident, you will have 30 days to get Illinois license plates. To get your vehicle registered you will need to purchase Illinois auto insurance. Check with your local Illinois Secretary of State for the most current vehicle registration fees and requirements.

If you are planning on keeping your car within the City of Chicago limits, you will need to get a City Vehicle Sticker. You’ll have the same 30 days from your move-in date to purchase and display a Chicago City Vehicle Sticker. You can easily purchase it online or in person at a convenient Currency Exchange location or at one of the following City Clerk Locations.

  1. City Hall (121 N. LaSalle, Room 107)
  2. City Clerk South Side Satellite Office (5674 S. Archer Ave, Unit A)
  3. City Clerk North Side Satellite Office (5430 W. Gale St)

From the moment you officially become an Illinois resident, you will have 90 days to apply for your Illinois drivers license.

Last piece of advice – beware when parking your car on the street!

Street cleaning and sweeping really is a thing in Chicago. If your car is in the street cleaner’s path, it will get towed. Sorry. To avoid the stress of verifying and remembering when the city workers will be sweeping your street, get a Sweep Tracker App for street cleaning alerts and reminders.

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