Lumberton, NC Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Lumberton, NC is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car – this includes loose change, electronics, and any fragile items that could break during transit. Next, remove or secure exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that might get damaged.

Make sure your car has less than a quarter tank of gas to reduce weight and meet safety rules. Clean your vehicle inside and out so you can easily spot any damage during inspection. Finally, have a working key ready for the driver – they’ll need it to load and unload your car.

For a complete checklist and more detailed tips, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Taking these steps helps ensure your car arrives safely at its new destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Lumberton, NC. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before we assign your Lumberton car shipment, we verify that:

• The carrier’s insurance is active and valid
• Coverage remains in effect for your entire transport
• Sherpa is listed as a Certificate Holder on their policy

This means you have multiple layers of protection when shipping your car from Lumberton, NC. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

Important: While our carriers provide comprehensive coverage, we recommend reviewing your personal auto insurance policy before shipping. Some policies may have specific clauses about vehicle transport.

For car shipping from Lumberton, NC, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, scheduling even earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why advance booking matters:

• Better carrier availability: More time allows us to find the right carrier for your route
• Lower costs: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with others heading the same direction
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Less stress: Avoid last-minute rushing and higher prices

If you need pickup within a few days, we offer expedited service, but expect higher rates. For the most affordable and reliable car shipping experience from Lumberton, NC, book as early as possible – ideally 2-4 weeks ahead of your desired pickup date.

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 is the most common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer alongside other vehicles, exposed to weather and road debris. This method costs less and offers faster pickup times since most carriers use open trailers.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road debris. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport but provides maximum protection for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom modifications.

For most standard vehicles shipping to or from Lumberton, NC, open transport works perfectly fine. Choose enclosed transport if you own a high-value car, classic vehicle, or exotic car that needs extra protection. Our open vs enclosed auto transport guide has more details to help you decide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door car shipping service to and from Lumberton, NC. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses in Lumberton or your destination city. Our carrier will come right to your location to load your car and deliver it to your specified address at the other end.

In rare cases where large trucks cannot safely access your street due to low bridges, narrow roads, or HOA restrictions, we’ll arrange a convenient nearby location like a shopping center or gas station. This ensures your vehicle stays safe while making pickup and delivery as easy as possible for you.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle – no need to drive to a terminal or arrange additional transportation. It’s included in our standard service at no extra cost.

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!