Cleveland, OH Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for shipping from Cleveland, OH is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile items that could break during transport.

Next, clean your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process smoother. Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup.

Check fluid levels and tire pressure, but don’t overfill the gas tank – keep it between 1/4 and 1/2 full. Remove or secure any loose exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged.

Finally, have a spare key ready for the carrier and make sure your car battery is charged. For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Following these steps will help ensure your Cleveland vehicle shipping goes smoothly from pickup to delivery.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Cleveland, OH. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your Cleveland pickup, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This means your car is covered from the moment it’s loaded in Cleveland until it reaches its destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your vehicle has comprehensive insurance coverage throughout the entire transport process.

For car shipping from Cleveland, OH, we recommend scheduling your pickup at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you better options and pricing.

Here’s why timing matters:

• Better carrier availability: More time means more carriers can bid on your shipment
• Lower costs: Early booking often results in competitive pricing
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Route optimization: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with others heading the same direction

Cleveland’s location along major shipping routes like I-80 and I-90 means good carrier traffic year-round. However, during peak seasons (summer and early fall), booking 3-4 weeks ahead is even better.

Need to ship last-minute? We can often accommodate rush orders, but expect higher costs and limited carrier options.

No payment is due at the time of booking. We do require a payment method on file so that it is available to charge once a carrier is secured. We accept all major debit and credit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express. The most convenient option is to pay for your shipment in full by credit card at the time a carrier is secured.

We also allow you to pay for your Initial Payment via credit or debit card and then pay the outstanding balance on delivery day via cash or a certified check made out to the carrier.

Your Sherpa shipment includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If you are shipping to or from a port or your shipment includes ocean transit, your vehicle must be emptied of all items. Sherpa and your assigned carrier cannot be responsible for personal items left inside the vehicle. See our Vehicle Shipping Tips for more details.

Yes. It is important that you, or another adult that you trust, is there for pickup and delivery of your vehicle. This designated person plays an important role in the shipping process including documenting the state of the vehicle and signing the Bill of Lading, which acts as a receipt of the vehicle’s condition.

Open auto transport uses open-air trailers that carry 8-10 vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s the most affordable option used for 90% of all car shipments.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and debris. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• Classic or luxury cars worth over $50,000
• Custom paint jobs or modifications
• Convertibles with soft tops
• Low-clearance sports cars

For most standard vehicles shipping to or from Cleveland, open transport is safe and cost-effective. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Cleveland, OH. This means we pick up your car from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come right to your location in Cleveland – whether that’s your driveway in Ohio City, a parking lot in Westlake, or your apartment complex in Lakewood.

In some cases, large trucks cannot access certain streets due to low bridges, narrow roads, or parking restrictions common in Cleveland’s older neighborhoods. If this happens, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a grocery store parking lot or gas station. This ensures your vehicle is handled safely while still providing maximum convenience.

Door-to-door service is included in most of our Cleveland auto transport quotes at no extra charge, making your car shipping experience as smooth as possible.

Many Auto Transport companies try to tease customers with lower rates, only to surprise you with “hidden costs” later. At Sherpa Auto Transport, we do things differently. We provide one locked-in price upfront and stick to it. If unexpected costs arise, we pay them out of our own pocket.

While we may not always be the cheapest option at first glance, our commitment to transparency and reliability offers exceptional value. As a premium service, we ensure an stress-free experience from start to finish.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, vans and motorcycles across the nation, including service to Alaska and Hawaii. At this time, we do not service boats, golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship both operable and inoperable vehicles so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. We can also ship electric vehicles.

Visit Sherpa’s FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!