Fairport, NY Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Fairport, NY is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile objects. These items aren’t covered by insurance during transit.

Next, clean your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the pre-transport inspection. Take photos of your car from all angles as documentation.

Check fluid levels and tire pressure, but keep your gas tank only 1/4 full to reduce weight. Remove or secure any loose exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged.

Finally, have a working key ready for the carrier and disable your car alarm. For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup from Fairport and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Fairport, NY. 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 Fairport car shipment, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is current and valid. We also require all carriers to list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection during transport.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Fairport through delivery at your destination. This insurance protects against damage during loading, transport, and unloading.

What this means for you: You can ship your car from Fairport with confidence knowing it’s protected by comprehensive commercial insurance coverage throughout the entire journey.

For car shipping from Fairport, NY, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. However, the earlier you schedule, the better your options will be.

Here’s why advance booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and offer competitive rates
• More availability: Popular routes fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

If you need rush shipping, we can often accommodate last-minute requests within 3-7 days, though this may cost more. During busy times like summer months or holidays, book even earlier if possible.

Pro tip: Contact us as soon as you know your moving dates. We’ll help you find the best carrier and timing for your Fairport pickup.

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 hold 8-10 cars. Your vehicle is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s the most affordable option. About 90% of cars shipped from Fairport, NY use open transport.

Enclosed auto transport protects your car inside a covered trailer with only 2-6 vehicles. This costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from weather, dust, and debris.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• A luxury or exotic car worth over $100,000
• A classic or vintage vehicle
• Custom paint work or modifications
• A low-clearance sports car

For most daily drivers leaving Fairport, open transport works perfectly fine. The savings can be significant – often $400-800 less than enclosed shipping. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for Fairport, NY residents. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle 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, making the process easy and stress-free. However, in some cases, large transport trucks may not be able to access certain residential streets in Fairport due to narrow roads, low-hanging branches, or parking restrictions.

If this happens, don’t worry – we’ll work with you to find a convenient nearby location like a shopping center, gas station, or open parking lot. This alternative spot is usually just a few blocks away and ensures safe, damage-free loading of your vehicle.

Our door-to-door service eliminates the need for you to drive to a terminal, saving you time and hassle during your move from Fairport.

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!