Bend, OR Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Bend, OR is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car – carriers are not responsible for items left behind. Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose accessories.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps with the inspection process and makes it easier to spot any existing damage. Document your car’s condition with photos from all angles.

Make sure your car has less than a quarter tank of gas to reduce weight and meet safety requirements. Check that your battery is charged and your tires are properly inflated.

Remove or secure external items like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged during transport. If you can’t remove them, let your carrier know ahead of time.

Finally, have a spare key ready for the driver and disable your car alarm. For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

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

Before we assign your Bend vehicle shipment, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is current 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 pickup in Bend through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards, giving you peace of mind during transport.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Bend, OR at least 2-3 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier is always better.

Here’s why advance booking matters for Bend shipments:

• Limited carrier traffic: Bend is a smaller market, so fewer car carriers travel through the area regularly
• Better pricing: Early booking allows carriers to plan efficient routes and offer competitive rates
• Flexible scheduling: More time means better pickup and delivery options that work with your timeline

For the best results, book as soon as you know your moving dates. This gives carriers time to group your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction, which keeps costs down and ensures reliable service.

Need to ship on short notice? We can still help, but expect higher prices and limited availability during peak seasons.

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 transport uses open trailers where your car is exposed to weather and road debris. This is the most common and affordable option, costing significantly less than enclosed transport.

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

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Most cars ship safely this way.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic car, or have custom paint work that needs extra protection during the journey from Bend.

For most Bend residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value and reliability. Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service for Bend, OR residents. When you book your car shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our assigned carrier will collect your vehicle directly from your location in Bend and deliver it right to your new address.

Given Bend’s unique geography and some residential areas with narrow streets or steep driveways, our carriers may need to use a nearby accessible location like a shopping center or main road for pickup or delivery. This ensures safe transport while keeping the service as convenient as possible for you.

Our team coordinates closely with you throughout the process to confirm the best pickup and delivery spots that work for both you and our professional drivers.

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!