Herndon, VA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Herndon, VA is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove Personal Items: Take out all personal belongings, toll passes (like E-ZPass), and any loose items from the interior. Carriers are not insured for personal items left in the vehicle.

Clean Your Vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This makes it easier to document any existing damage during the pre-transport inspection.

Document Condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles, noting any scratches, dents, or damage. This creates a record before shipping.

Check Fluids and Battery: Ensure your gas tank is no more than 1/4 full to reduce weight. Check that your battery is charged and there are no leaks.

Remove or Secure Accessories: Take off or secure any exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas. Fold in side mirrors if possible.

Provide a Key: Have a working key ready for the driver. Make sure your vehicle is in good running condition.

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

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Herndon, VA. All carriers in our network must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. This gives you peace of mind knowing your vehicle is protected throughout the entire journey.

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

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before transport begins, so you can review the coverage details yourself.

We recommend scheduling your car shipping service from Herndon, VA at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you more benefits.

Here’s why advance booking helps:

• Better carrier availability: More carriers can bid on your shipment
• Lower prices: Last-minute bookings often cost more
• Flexible scheduling: You can choose pickup dates that work best for you
• Route optimization: Carriers can combine your vehicle with others heading the same direction

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with pickup possible in 1-5 days. Keep in mind this option typically costs more.

For the best experience, book as early as possible. This ensures smooth scheduling and competitive rates for your Herndon 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 option, used for about 90% of vehicle shipments.

Enclosed auto transport uses fully covered trailers that protect your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily-driver vehicle and want to save money. It’s safe, reliable, and used by most Herndon residents shipping their cars.

Choose enclosed transport if: You’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or high value. The extra protection is worth the cost for these vehicles.

Both options are fully insured. For most people in Herndon, open transport offers the best value. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments to and from Herndon, VA. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our carrier will come right to you in Herndon, whether you’re in a residential neighborhood, apartment complex, or business location.

In some cases, large car carriers may face restrictions on narrow streets or low-hanging trees in certain Herndon neighborhoods. If this happens, our driver will contact you to arrange a convenient nearby meeting spot, such as a shopping center parking lot or gas station. This ensures safe loading and protects your vehicle.

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!