Like most from here, I do not have a vehicle. I was hoping to get a couple bookcases soon so I can finally get my collection together. Is anyone from chicago planning on headed to an Ikea soon and would want to help me out? I can give you gas money, get you lunch, or something.
I know that most people in PHilly who need to do this use Philly Car Share. Chicago has one too: http://www.igocars.org/ a thought. Ikea also delivers, but it usually costs more than the thing you're buying.