Wilsonville, OR Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Wilsonville, OR is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including items in the glove box, trunk, and console. Carriers are not responsible for personal property.

Clean your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection.

Check fluid levels: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant for loading and unloading.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, spoilers, or anything that could fall off. Retract antennas and fold in mirrors.

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

Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.

For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup and delivery for your Wilsonville car shipment.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Wilsonville, OR. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car leaves Wilsonville, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid for your entire shipment. This protects your vehicle from pickup to delivery.

For added protection, all our contracted carriers name Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we can directly access policy details and ensure your coverage stays in place.

What this means for you: Your vehicle is protected against damage during transport, giving you peace of mind as your car travels from Wilsonville to its destination.

For car shipping from Wilsonville, OR, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible scheduling options.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Peak seasons fill up quickly
• Less stress: Avoid last-minute rush fees

If you’re moving during busy seasons (summer months, holidays, or college move-in periods), consider booking 4-6 weeks ahead. Wilsonville’s location near Portland means good carrier availability, but popular routes book fast.

Need to ship sooner? We can often accommodate rush orders, though expect higher costs and limited pickup windows.

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 is the most common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris. This is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Wilsonville residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works perfectly. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a high-value car or want maximum protection. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service to and from Wilsonville, OR. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book your car shipment, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses in Wilsonville. Our carrier will come to your location at the scheduled time to load your vehicle. At your destination, they’ll deliver it right to your door.

However, some Wilsonville neighborhoods may have restrictions like narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or weight limits that prevent large car carriers from accessing certain areas. If this happens, don’t worry – our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station within a few miles of your address.

This door-to-door service saves you time and hassle compared to dropping off and picking up your car at distant terminals. It’s included in our standard shipping service at no extra cost.

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!