Wichita, KS Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Wichita, KS is simple. Follow these key steps:

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and fragile items. These aren’t covered by insurance during transit.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has adequate fluids and a charged battery so it can be loaded and unloaded easily.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, and any loose exterior parts that could be damaged.

Disable alarms: Turn off your car alarm to avoid issues during transport.

Keep gas low: Maintain about a quarter tank of gas. This reduces weight while ensuring the vehicle can still be driven on and off the carrier.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will ensure a smooth pickup from Wichita and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Wichita, KS. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is valid and current. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Wichita until delivery at your destination. If you’d like to review the carrier’s insurance certificate before transport, just ask—we’re happy to provide it.

We recommend booking your car shipping service from Wichita, KS at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you more options and better rates.

Here’s why advance notice helps:

• Better carrier availability: Carriers can plan routes that include your pickup location with other shipments
• More competitive pricing: Last-minute bookings often cost more due to limited availability
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more control over your pickup and delivery dates

If you need expedited service, we can often arrange pickup within 24-48 hours, though this may come with higher costs. For the best experience, contact us as soon as you know your moving dates.

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 multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s the most affordable and widely available option. About 90% of vehicles shipped in the U.S. use open transport.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and road debris. This method costs 40-60% more than open transport but provides extra security for your vehicle.

Which should you choose? Most standard vehicles do well with open transport—it’s safe, reliable, and budget-friendly. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications.

For more details, check out our complete guide to open vs enclosed auto transport.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service throughout Wichita, KS and nationwide. This means we’ll 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 preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our carrier will come right to you, making the process as convenient as possible. Most Wichita neighborhoods are easily accessible for our transport trucks.

In some cases, large car carriers may not be able to navigate narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or tight residential areas. If this happens, don’t worry—our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a grocery store parking lot or gas station. This is rare, but we always prioritize safety and accessibility.

Door-to-door service is included in your quote at no extra charge, giving you a hassle-free shipping experience from start to finish.

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!