Tumwater, WA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Tumwater, WA is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile items that could break during transit. Next, remove 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 and take photos of your car before pickup.

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure smooth transport from Tumwater to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Tumwater, WA. 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 Tumwater car shipment, we verify that your carrier’s insurance policy is active and valid for the entire transport period. This protects your vehicle from pickup in Tumwater through final delivery.

For added protection, all our contracted carriers list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we monitor coverage directly and ensure your vehicle stays protected throughout the shipping process.

Important: While our carriers provide comprehensive coverage, we recommend checking with your personal auto insurance provider about any coverage gaps during transport from Tumwater.

For car shipping from Tumwater, WA, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you better options and pricing.

Here’s why advance booking helps:

• Better carrier availability: More transport trucks travel through major routes near Tumwater
• Lower costs: Carriers can group your car with other shipments heading the same direction
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

During busy seasons (summer months and holidays), book 3-4 weeks ahead when possible. If you need last-minute service, we can often accommodate rush orders, but expect higher prices and limited scheduling options.

Ready to ship your car? Contact Sherpa Auto Transport today for a free quote and to secure your preferred pickup dates from Tumwater.

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 uncovered trailers where your car is exposed to weather and road debris. This is the most common and affordable option used by 90% of customers. Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, costing 40-60% more than open transport.

Choose open transport if you have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Pick enclosed transport if you own a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or have custom paint work that needs extra protection from Tumwater’s rain and road conditions.

Both options are safe and reliable. The choice comes down to your budget and how much protection your specific vehicle needs. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Tumwater, WA. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address whenever possible.

Our door-to-door service works like this: When you book your car shipment, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in Tumwater or your destination city. Our assigned carrier will then come directly to these locations to handle your vehicle.

However, there are some cases where exact door-to-door service may not be possible. If your street has restrictions for large trucks (like narrow roads, low bridges, or HOA rules), our carrier will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot. This could be a local gas station, shopping center, or main road that’s easy for both you and our truck to access.

Door-to-door service is included in most of our Tumwater auto transport quotes at no extra charge. It’s designed to make your car shipping experience as convenient as possible while keeping your vehicle safe throughout the process.

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!