Trumbull, CT Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Trumbull, CT is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes like E-ZPass, GPS devices, and any fragile items. Car carriers are not responsible for personal belongings, so take everything out.

Next, remove or secure any exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could get damaged during transport. Make sure you have a working key to give the driver – they’ll need it to load and unload your vehicle.

Finally, document your car’s condition with photos and note any existing damage. Keep your gas tank between 1/4 and 1/2 full – enough to drive on and off the carrier, but not so much that it adds unnecessary weight.

For a complete checklist and more detailed tips, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure smooth pickup from Trumbull and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Trumbull, CT. Every carrier in our network must carry:

• $1,000,000 minimum liability insurance
• $100,000 minimum cargo insurance

Before we assign your Trumbull vehicle shipment, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. This protects your car throughout the entire transport process.

For added security, all our carriers list Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we can directly monitor coverage and ensure your vehicle stays protected from pickup in Trumbull to final delivery.

You’ll receive your carrier’s insurance information before transport begins, giving you complete peace of mind for your Connecticut car shipment.

For car shipping from Trumbull, CT, we recommend booking your pickup at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and reliable service.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Peak seasons fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: More time to coordinate pickup dates that work for you

If you need last-minute shipping from Trumbull, we can often accommodate rush orders within 3-7 days, though rates may be higher. For the most stress-free experience, book as soon as you know your moving 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 transport uses uncovered trailers that carry 8-10 vehicles at once. This is the most common and cost-effective option, used for about 90% of all car shipments from Trumbull, CT. Your vehicle will be exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s perfectly safe for everyday cars.

Enclosed transport uses covered trailers that protect your vehicle from all weather and road conditions. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport but is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

Most Trumbull residents choose open transport because it’s reliable and budget-friendly. Only consider enclosed transport if your vehicle is worth over $50,000 or has special value to you. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door service for Trumbull, CT residents. This means we pick up your car from your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to you in Trumbull – no need to drive to a terminal or depot. We handle the entire process from start to finish.

In some cases, large trucks cannot access certain Trumbull neighborhoods due to narrow streets, low bridges, or local restrictions. If this happens, our driver will arrange to meet you at a safe, nearby location like a shopping center or gas station. We always work with you to find the most convenient spot possible.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. It’s our most popular option for customers shipping cars to or from Trumbull, Connecticut.

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!