Arvada, CO Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Arvada, CO is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car. This includes toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport.

Key preparation steps:

• Clean your vehicle inside and out for easier inspection
• Remove or secure exterior accessories like bike racks or spoilers
• Check fluid levels and tire pressure
• Disable car alarms
• Leave only a quarter tank of gas
• Have a spare key ready for the driver

Take photos of your vehicle before pickup to document its condition. Check out our detailed Vehicle Shipping Tips for a complete checklist. Our team will also walk you through the prep process when we schedule your pickup in Arvada.

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

Before we assign your Arvada car shipment, we verify that the 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 means your vehicle is covered from pickup in Arvada through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

For car shipping from Arvada, CO, we recommend scheduling your pickup at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and bundle your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

Why book early? Arvada’s location near Denver provides good access to major shipping routes, but advance booking helps secure better rates and more flexible pickup windows. During peak seasons (summer and fall), consider booking 4-6 weeks ahead to ensure availability.

Last-minute bookings are possible but may result in higher costs and limited carrier options. The earlier you book, the more likely you’ll get your preferred pickup date and competitive pricing for your Arvada 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 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, shielding it from weather, dust, and debris. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• A luxury, classic, or exotic car
• A vehicle worth over $50,000
• Custom paint or modifications
• A low-clearance sports car

For most everyday vehicles shipping to or from Arvada, open transport works perfectly fine. The weather in Colorado can be unpredictable, but open carriers handle thousands of shipments safely each year. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details on making the right choice for your vehicle.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service to and from Arvada, CO.

When you book your car shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses in Arvada. Our assigned carrier will come directly to your location to pick up your vehicle and deliver it right to your destination address.

However, some Arvada neighborhoods have narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or HOA restrictions that may prevent large transport trucks from accessing your exact address. In these cases, our carrier will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like:

• A local shopping center parking lot
• A gas station
• A nearby main road

This ensures your vehicle is transported safely while still providing maximum convenience. We’ll coordinate all details with you before pickup to make the process as smooth 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!