Burbank, CA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Burbank, CA is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car – carriers are not insured for personal belongings. Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps with the inspection process and makes it easier to spot any existing damage. Document your car’s condition with photos from multiple angles.

Make sure your gas tank is between 1/4 and 1/2 full – enough for loading and unloading, but not so much that it adds unnecessary weight. Check that your battery is charged and your tires are properly inflated.

Remove or secure external accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could be damaged by wind or low clearances. Have a spare key ready for the driver.

For complete details and a helpful checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup from Burbank and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Burbank, CA. Sherpa Auto Transport requires all carriers to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage that protects your vehicle throughout the entire transport process.

Our insurance requirements include:

• $1,000,000 minimum liability insurance – covers damages to other vehicles or property
• $100,000 minimum cargo insurance – directly protects your vehicle during transport
• Valid insurance verification – we confirm coverage is active before your Burbank pickup

For added protection, all contracted carriers must list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we can directly access insurance information if needed.

Important note: While our carriers provide excellent coverage, we recommend checking with your personal auto insurance to understand what protection you may already have during transport. Some policies offer additional coverage that works alongside our carrier insurance.

Rest assured – when you ship from Burbank with Sherpa, your vehicle is protected from pickup to delivery.

For car shipping from Burbank, CA, 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 efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Popular routes from Burbank fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options

If you need last-minute service, we can often accommodate rush shipments within 3-7 days, though this may cost more. Peak seasons like summer and holidays require even more advance notice.

Pro tip: Book as soon as you know your moving date. You can always adjust details later, but securing your spot early ensures smoother car shipping from Burbank.

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 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 enclosed transport if you have:

• Classic or luxury cars
• Custom paint jobs
• High-value vehicles
• Cars that need extra protection

For most everyday cars shipping to or from Burbank, open transport works great and saves money. See our complete open vs enclosed guide to help you decide what’s best for your vehicle.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door service for Burbank, CA 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 Burbank – no need to drive to a terminal or depot. This saves you time and makes the whole process much easier.

In some cases, large trucks can’t access certain streets due to low bridges, narrow roads, or parking restrictions common in parts of Burbank. If this happens, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or wide street. This ensures your car gets picked up and delivered safely.

Door-to-door service is included in most of our quotes at no extra charge, making it the most popular choice for Burbank customers.

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!