Car Shipping Minnesota

At SGT Auto Transport, we want everyone we serve to feel like more than just a customer or a number on a balance sheet. We want our customers to feel empowered, and feel like they’ve partnered with us to reach a solution for their auto shipping needs.

We put customers first in every transaction, from the time the job is booked until the time the car is dropped off at its destination.

That’s a customer-first mentality that keeps us going, and it’s been working for us for over a decade now with over 100,000 cars delivered and over 70,000 satisfied customers. 

Let’s talk about what we can do to get your car to where it needs to be.

Open car transport: you know the big double-decker 18-wheeler transport trucks that drop off new cars at dealerships? That’s what open car transport is; it does leave your vehicle exposed to the elements, but it’s by far the most budget-friendly and popular transport option we offer. 

Enclosed car transport: many customers prefer an enhanced level of protection and security for a rare, valuable or delicate vehicle, and that’s where enclosed car transport comes in. With this system, your vehicle is rolled into a closed trailer and locked in; it’s actually recommended for sports cars or exotics with low ground clearance, where open car transport could be a problem. Note that enclosed car transport does come at a premium price. 

Guaranteed pickup service: we respect your time, and guaranteed pickup service is your assurance that your transport driver will be at your location to load up your vehicle at a specified time and date. 

Cross country auto transport: any logistics job that covers a long distance will be more expensive, since cost/mile is a big part of billing calculations. With cross country auto transport, though, cost/mile starts to drop, making it a great value. 

Your transport driver will ask you to do a quick inspection of your car (he will do the same for his Bill of Lading documents). It’s a good idea to wash the car first, since any minor scratches, dings or defects are easier to spot on a clean car. 

Please don’t forget to get a copy of the car’s ignition key for the driver. 

Please check your car for any fluid leaks: coolant, motor oil, transmission, brake or power steering fluid.

It’s a good idea to ship a vehicle with a quarter tank of fuel or less. Curb weight is a big factor in shipping costs. Fuel weighs 6 lb per gallon and less fuel means less curb weight (and lower shipping charges). 

Please remove any detachable exterior accessories like bike racks, rooftop cargo carriers or antennas. 

Punctual and professional

Customer-oriented

Transparency in pricing

No-nonsense quotes

Variety of shipping options, all fully customizable 

After moving to Minnesota, you have 60 days to apply for a driver’s license. New MN residents must also either visit a Deputy Registrar Office in person to register their out-of-state vehicle or mail an application to title and register a motor vehicle in Minnesota to Driver and Vehicle Services. You will have to show proof of ownership.

One of the most significant downsides of moving to Minnesota is that the winters are harsh. Off to the North of the state, temperatures can drop to around -60. However, on a more positive note, the summers are pretty comfortable, and the weather doesn’t get too hot.

If you like water, Minnesota has more than enough to go around. Another name for this state is the land of 10,000 lakes, and that’s not an exaggeration. So you won’t regret your move if you love swimming, fishing, canoeing, boating, ice-fishing, or ice skating.

If you’ve got children of school age or are planning a family, you’ll be pleased to learn that Minnesota is one of the highest-ranking states in education.

Overall, Minnesota is one of the better states to own a home. The unemployment rate is low, and the minimum wage is higher than in most other states.