Avondale, AZ Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Avondale, AZ is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings from your car. Carriers are not insured for personal items, and extra weight can affect shipping costs.

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

Check for leaks and mechanical issues: Make sure your car runs properly and has no fluid leaks. Inform the carrier if your vehicle is inoperable.

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

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, antennas, spoilers, and toll tags. Fold in side mirrors if possible.

Keep fuel low: Leave only a quarter tank of gas. This reduces weight and meets safety requirements.

Provide a key: Give the carrier a working key for loading and unloading.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Avondale, AZ. 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 active. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you an extra layer of protection.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Avondale to final delivery. If you have questions about insurance coverage, our team is happy to provide you with the carrier’s insurance details before transport begins.

We recommend scheduling your pickup from Avondale, AZ at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best rates and more carrier options.

Here’s why advance booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle multiple vehicles
• More flexibility: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Peak season preparation: Summer months and holidays get busy fast

Need to ship sooner? We can often arrange rush pickup service within 24-48 hours, though this typically costs more. Contact us as soon as you know your moving dates, and we’ll work with you to find the best solution for your timeline and budget.

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 affordable option. Your vehicle is shipped on an open-air trailer, exposed to weather and road elements. This method is safe for most vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed auto transport provides full protection inside a covered trailer. It shields your car from weather, dust, and debris but typically costs 50-60% more than open transport.

Which should you choose? Most Avondale residents choose open transport for everyday vehicles. It’s 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.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Avondale, AZ. This is our most popular option because it’s convenient and hassle-free.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in Avondale. Our carrier will come directly to your home or business to pick up your vehicle and deliver it right to your destination.

In most Avondale neighborhoods, door-to-door service works perfectly. However, if your street has low-hanging trees, tight turns, or restrictions on large trucks, the driver may ask to meet you at a nearby open location like a shopping center or parking lot. This ensures safe loading and unloading of your vehicle.

Our team will communicate with you throughout the process to make pickup and delivery as smooth as possible. Door-to-door service is included in your quote at no extra charge.

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!