Enclosed Transport

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle inside a fully covered trailer that protects it from rain, snow, hail, road salt, gravel, dust, UV exposure, and anything else the road throws at it. At Bronco Car Hauling, we've offered enclosed shipping for 15 years as the premium option for customers who want the highest level of protection during transit.

Enclosed carriers are different from open carriers in several important ways. Open carriers are the standard multi-car haulers you see on highways with 8 to 10 vehicles stacked on two levels and exposed to the elements. Enclosed carriers are box trailers (like a moving truck but designed for cars) that hold 2 to 6 vehicles in a fully sealed environment.

This service isn't just for Ferraris and Lamborghinis, though those certainly need it. Enclosed transport is the right call for any vehicle you want to protect from road hazards. New cars, freshly painted vehicles, classic cars, convertibles with soft tops, and any vehicle where even minor cosmetic damage would bother you. If you'd be upset about a rock chip or a water spot, enclosed is your answer.

When to Choose Enclosed Over Open Transport

Enclosed transport makes sense whenever the cost of potential cosmetic damage to your vehicle exceeds the price difference between open and enclosed shipping. For a standard commuter car, open transport is perfectly fine and the right choice for most people. But once your vehicle crosses a certain value or condition threshold, the math shifts in favor of enclosed.

Consider enclosed transport if your vehicle is: valued above $50,000, recently painted or detailed, a convertible with a soft top that could be nicked by debris, a classic or collector car in show condition, a brand-new vehicle with zero miles you want to keep perfect, or any car where a single paint chip would send you to the body shop.

The peace of mind is worth the price difference. We've shipped 12,000+ vehicles total, and enclosed customers consistently tell us the extra cost was the best money they spent during their move or purchase. You can't un-chip a windshield or un-scratch a hood.

Enclosed Transport Pricing and What Affects the Cost

Enclosed auto transport from Colorado typically costs $1,000 to $2,500 depending on distance and vehicle size, which works out to roughly 30% to 50% more than comparable open carrier rates. Shorter routes within the Mountain West run $1,000 to $1,400. Cross-country routes to the East Coast or Southeast average $1,500 to $2,500.

The cost difference comes down to capacity. An enclosed trailer carries fewer vehicles per trip, so each vehicle covers a larger share of the carrier's operating costs. But fewer vehicles also means less loading and unloading time, fewer stops along the route, and often faster delivery.

Vehicle size affects pricing too. A Porsche 911 costs less to ship enclosed than a full-size SUV because it's smaller and lighter. Low-clearance vehicles that need a lift gate may carry a small additional charge.

Aaron Soyer

Owner & Founder, Bronco Car Hauling

15 years in the auto transport industry. 12,000+ vehicles shipped nationwide. I started Bronco Car Hauling in 2011 right here in Colorado with a single car hauler and a commitment to treat every vehicle like it was my own. That same principle drives our team today across every route we run.

Last updated: April 1, 2026