Citrus Heights, CA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Citrus Heights, CA is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items from the interior. Carriers are not insured for personal property left in the vehicle.

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, has no fluid leaks, and maintains proper tire pressure. The battery should be charged and secure.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off custom antennas, spoilers, bike racks, and any other exterior accessories that could be damaged during transit.

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

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver to load and unload your vehicle.

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

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Proper preparation ensures a smooth, safe transport experience from Citrus Heights.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Citrus Heights, CA. Every carrier 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 active and valid. 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.

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before pickup. If you have questions about coverage, our team is happy to walk you through the details.

We recommend scheduling your pickup from Citrus Heights, CA at least 1-2 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and match your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

However, booking earlier has clear benefits:

• More carrier options: You’ll have access to more available drivers
• Better pricing: Early bookings often get more competitive rates
• Flexible scheduling: You can choose pickup dates that work best for you

Need faster service? We also offer expedited shipping with pickup possible in as little as 24-48 hours, though this costs more due to the rush.

The key is to book as soon as you know your moving dates. This ensures a smooth, stress-free car shipping experience from Citrus Heights.

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 elements, but it’s safe and secure. This is the most popular option and costs less.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle inside a covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and debris. This option costs 50-60% more than open transport.

Which should you choose? Most Citrus Heights residents choose open transport—it’s reliable and budget-friendly. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic car, or a vehicle with custom paint or modifications.

Both options are safe and insured. Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

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

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your location in Citrus Heights to pick up your vehicle and deliver it right to your destination address.

In most residential areas of Citrus Heights, door-to-door service works perfectly. However, if your street has low-hanging trees, tight turns, or narrow roads that a large car carrier can’t safely navigate, the driver will contact you to arrange a nearby meeting spot. This is usually a open parking lot, shopping center, or gas station within a few blocks of your home.

Our drivers prioritize safety and follow all local regulations, so they’ll work with you to find the best solution if any access issues come up. Most customers in Citrus Heights experience smooth door-to-door pickup and delivery without any complications.

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!