Tempe, AZ Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transit from Tempe, AZ is simple when you follow these key steps. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile or valuable items. Next, clean your vehicle inside and out – this helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process easier.

Make sure to remove or secure loose parts like spoilers, bike racks, or custom accessories that could get damaged during transport. Check your fluid levels and ensure your gas tank is between 1/4 and 1/2 full – enough to drive onto the carrier but not so much that it adds unnecessary weight.

Finally, document your car’s condition with photos and have a spare key ready for the driver. For a complete checklist and more detailed tips, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Taking these simple steps will help ensure your vehicle arrives safely at its destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Tempe, AZ. Sherpa Auto Transport requires all carriers to carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

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

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Tempe until delivery at your destination. This insurance protects against damage during loading, transport, and unloading. All quotes include this coverage at no extra cost to you.

For car shipping from Tempe, AZ, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you better options and pricing.

Here’s why advance booking helps:

• Better carrier availability – More trucks service the Tempe area with advance notice
• Lower costs – Carriers can plan routes and bundle shipments more efficiently
• Flexible scheduling – You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

If you need rush shipping, we can often accommodate pickups within 2-7 days, though this typically costs more. During peak seasons (summer and early fall), book even earlier when possible.

Pro tip: Tempe’s location near Phoenix makes it a popular shipping hub, so carriers frequently travel through the area. This works in your favor for both timing and pricing.

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 uncovered trailers that expose your car to weather and road debris. It costs less and works well for most everyday vehicles. Enclosed auto transport uses covered trailers that fully protect your car from the elements.

Here are the key differences:

• Cost: Enclosed transport costs 40-60% more than open transport
• Protection: Enclosed offers complete weather and debris protection
• Best for: Open works for daily drivers, while enclosed suits luxury cars, classics, or custom vehicles

For most Tempe residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport is the smart choice. Choose enclosed if you own a high-value car, classic vehicle, or have custom paint work that needs extra protection. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door service for car shipping to and from Tempe, AZ. This means we 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 pickup and delivery addresses in Tempe. Our carriers will do their best to reach these exact locations. However, some Tempe neighborhoods have narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or HOA restrictions that make it hard for large car carriers to access.

If your address isn’t accessible, don’t worry. We’ll work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like:

• A shopping center parking lot
• A gas station
• A wide street nearby

This service saves you time and hassle compared to dropping off or picking up your car at a terminal. Most customers in Tempe can use door-to-door service without any issues.

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!