Royal Oak, MI Car Shipping

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

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including electronics, documents, and valuables. Carriers aren’t responsible for personal items left inside.

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

Check fluids and battery: Make sure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant. Ensure your battery is charged so the carrier can move your vehicle.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, spoilers, or anything that might fall off. Secure your antenna and fold in side mirrors.

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

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

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

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

Before your Royal Oak car shipment begins, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This comprehensive coverage protects your vehicle during loading, transport, and delivery – giving you peace of mind throughout your Royal Oak shipping experience.

For car shipping from Royal Oak, MI, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently when they have advance notice
• More carrier options: Popular routes fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

If you need last-minute shipping (within 1-2 weeks), we can still help, but expect higher costs and limited availability. For the most savings and convenience, book your Royal Oak car shipment as early as possible.

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 affordable option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs much 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.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Most cars ship this way without issues.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, or custom car with special paint. The extra cost is worth protecting your investment.

For Royal Oak residents, both options are available. Weather can be harsh in Michigan, but open transport still works well year-round. Learn more in our complete open vs enclosed transport guide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service in Royal Oak, MI. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or preferred location and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to you in Royal Oak, eliminating the need to drive to a terminal or depot. This service works great for most residential areas and business locations throughout Royal Oak and the greater Detroit metro area.

In some cases, large car carriers may not be able to navigate narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or tight residential areas. If this happens, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station – usually within a few blocks of your address.

Door-to-door service is included in our standard pricing and is the most popular choice for Royal Oak residents shipping their vehicles.

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!