Top rated enclosed car shippers on RideShipper
Montway and Tempus Logix qualify for RideShipper's top list and publish an enclosed transport offering on their own websites. The list uses their overall company evidence, not a separate rating of enclosed shipments. Choose the equipment and loading method your vehicle needs, then get a written offer for that exact service.
Key facts
- Evidence basis
- Published reviews, source filtering totals and dated federal records
- Commercial disclosure
- Companies may pay RideShipper to receive quote requests; payment does not set the order
- Before booking
- Check current written terms and the assigned carrier record
As of November 11, 2026. The sources are listed on this page.
Compare eligible companies that publish an enclosed transport service, then ask which trailer and loading method will be assigned to your car. Enclosed transport puts the vehicle inside a trailer. It adds a barrier against outside exposure, but the word alone does not specify the equipment, loading method or shipment coverage.
On a small screen, scroll the table to compare all the evidence.
| Company in recommended order | Published reviews | Source filtering | Matched federal authority |
|---|---|---|---|
1 
Montway Auto Transportbroker · ranking calculated 2026-11-11 |
4.70 / 5 960 published, non-filtered 2012-07-09 to 2023-10-23. Imported 2026-11-10 |
57 filtered / 960 counted 5.6% filtered. Counters checked 2026-11-11 |
Broker: Active Source 2026-05-14. Broker bond or trust on fileChecked 2026-11-11 Record and official lookup |
2 
Tempus Logixbroker · ranking calculated 2026-11-11 |
4.96 / 5 195 published, non-filtered 2021-03-19 to 2025-05-12. Imported 2026-11-10 |
40 filtered / 195 counted 17.0% filtered. Counters checked 2026-11-11 |
Broker: Active Source 2026-05-14. Broker bond or trust on fileChecked 2026-11-11 Record and official lookup |
Source: locally published reviews, including imported reviews originally posted on MoveAdvisor, which has the same owner as RideShipper. Filtered totals describe source moderation, not wrongdoing. Ratings use locally published reviews; source counters can differ. Federal filing status does not establish cargo coverage.
Why these companies appear
On November 11, 2026, we opened Montway's enclosed service page and Tempus Logix's enclosed transport page. Both offered the service and met our existing top-list eligibility. Their order is the stored company ranking, calculated from overall company reviews and federal evidence. We do not have an enclosed-only sample large enough to claim either company performs enclosed shipments better.
This is a limited, verified shortlist. Other companies may offer suitable enclosed transport. An omission means we have not established eligibility for this list, rather than that the company lacks the service.
Match the trailer to the car
| Your requirement | What to confirm in writing |
|---|---|
| Low front spoiler | Loading angle and whether a liftgate is specifically included |
| Wide body or long wheelbase | Usable trailer dimensions and clearance |
| Soft top or unusual finish | Trailer construction and exposure during loading |
| Vehicle that cannot run | Winch or other loading plan, and whether it must roll and steer |
| High declared value | Assigned carrier's cargo limit, exclusions and claim contact |
Tempus Logix's page discusses hard-sided and soft-sided trailers and loading equipment. That establishes what the company advertises, not what a specific truck will carry. Put the details you need into the order and ask how substitutions are handled.
Compare the premium using your route
| Route | Open | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY to Miami, FL | $804–$1,225 | $1,206–$1,837 |
| Los Angeles, CA to Dallas, TX | $765–$1,166 | $1,148–$1,749 |
The table compares RideShipper's model estimates. It is not a price shop of Montway or Tempus Logix. Avoid using a general advertised percentage to decide what your shipment should cost. Ask both companies to quote the same vehicle, dates and trailer requirements, with fees and payment stages itemized.
For a daily driver, open versus enclosed transport helps you weigh the extra enclosure against the additional cost. For a restored or modified vehicle, explain the actual handling limits rather than relying on the labels classic or luxury.
Read price and cancellation language together
Montway's terms, opened November 11, 2026, distinguish a quote from a confirmed booking and describe conditions on the booking price protection. They also make carrier acceptance an important point for payment and cancellation. Ask for the applicable terms with your order.
Do the same with Tempus Logix. Its service page alone is not enough to establish a deposit, cancellation deadline or remedy. We leave those terms unscored rather than inferring them from marketing copy. Compare written quote details before authorizing dispatch.
Keep inspection and coverage separate from the trailer choice
Photograph the car before loading and inspect it again with the driver at delivery. Ask where the condition report will be recorded and keep your copies. Enclosure does not replace an inspection record or turn a federal liability filing into cargo cover.
Check the assigned carrier in the federal lookup tool and confirm the cargo documents for the vehicle's value. The review dates in the table describe past customers. Neither a high average nor an enclosed service menu promises the outcome of your shipment.
Questions
Is the ranking based only on enclosed shipments?
No. The ranking uses overall eligible company reviews. The service filter confirms an enclosed offering on the companies' own pages on the stated date.
Does enclosed mean a hard-sided trailer?
Ask for the construction you require. The service label alone does not specify hard sides, soft sides or loading equipment.
Do I need a liftgate?
That depends on the car's clearance and the loading setup. Describe the vehicle and ask the assigned carrier to confirm a suitable method.