Ypsilanti, MI Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Ypsilanti, MI is simple. Follow these key steps:

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items from the interior. These aren’t covered by carrier insurance.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off bike racks, roof racks, spoilers, and antennas. Secure or remove anything that could get damaged during transit.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and that the battery is charged. Fix any leaks.

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

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

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

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Our team will guide you through the process when you book your shipment from Ypsilanti.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Ypsilanti, MI. All carriers 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 valid and current. This protects your vehicle throughout the entire journey from Ypsilanti.

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

Our quotes include this insurance coverage at no extra cost to you.

We recommend scheduling your pickup from Ypsilanti, MI at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why:

• Better carrier availability: More time allows carriers to plan efficient routes through the Ypsilanti area
• Lower costs: Early booking helps carriers bundle multiple vehicles, which can reduce your shipping price
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

Need to ship sooner? We can often arrange pickups with 3-7 days notice, though this may limit your options. For last-minute shipments, expedited service is available.

The key is to book as soon as you know your moving dates. This ensures the smoothest experience for your Ypsilanti car shipment.

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 during transit. This is the most common and affordable shipping method, costing significantly less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed auto transport uses fully covered trailers that protect your vehicle from weather, debris, and road dust. This premium option typically costs 50-60% more than open transport but provides maximum protection.

Which should you choose? Most Ypsilanti residents choose open transport—it’s safe, reliable, and cost-effective for everyday vehicles. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic car, or any vehicle with custom modifications or a high-value paint job.

Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments to and from Ypsilanti, MI. This is our standard service and the most convenient option for our customers.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your home, business, or specified location in Ypsilanti to pick up your vehicle. When delivery time comes, they’ll bring it right to your destination address.

In most residential and commercial areas of Ypsilanti, door-to-door service works perfectly. However, if your street has restrictions—such as low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or weight limits for large trucks—our driver will contact you to arrange a nearby meeting spot. This is typically a safe, accessible location like a grocery store parking lot or gas station within a few blocks of your address.

Door-to-door service is included in your quote at no extra charge, making your car shipping experience as easy and stress-free as possible.

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!