Eden Prairie, MN Car Shipping

To prepare your vehicle for shipping from Eden Prairie, MN, follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including items in the glove box, trunk, and seat pockets. Car carriers are not insured for personal property.

Clean your car: Wash both inside and outside so you can easily spot any damage during inspection.

Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and a working battery for loading and unloading.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, antennas, and other add-ons that could get damaged or fall off during transport.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to avoid issues during transit.

For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure smooth pickup and delivery of your vehicle from Eden Prairie.

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

Before your Eden Prairie 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 coverage protects your vehicle during loading, transport, and delivery. You’ll receive insurance details with your shipping documents before your car leaves Eden Prairie.

For car shipping from Eden Prairie, MN, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently when they have advance notice
• More scheduling options: You’ll have first pick of available pickup windows
• Route optimization: Your vehicle can be bundled with other shipments heading in the same direction

If you need faster service, we can often accommodate rush shipments with 3-7 days notice, though this typically comes with higher costs. During peak moving seasons (summer months), we strongly suggest booking even earlier – up to 4 weeks ahead.

Ready to schedule your Eden Prairie car shipment? The earlier you book, the smoother your shipping experience will be.

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 works great for everyday cars and saves you money.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport, but shields your car from weather, dirt, and debris during the journey from Eden Prairie.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• Classic or luxury vehicles
• Custom paint jobs or modifications
• High-value cars that need extra protection

Most Eden Prairie residents choose open transport for regular vehicles. It’s safe, reliable, and much more affordable. For detailed comparisons and pricing, check our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Eden Prairie, MN. This means our carriers will pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address whenever possible.

Here’s how it works: When you book your car shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses in Eden Prairie. Our assigned carrier will coordinate with you to collect your vehicle from your driveway or preferred location. The same convenience applies for delivery – your car arrives right at your doorstep.

However, some Eden Prairie neighborhoods may have restrictions for large transport trucks, such as narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or HOA rules. If your specific address isn’t accessible, don’t worry – our carrier will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. This ensures your vehicle is handled safely while keeping pickup and delivery as convenient 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!