Frederick, MD Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Frederick, MD is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including items in the glove box, trunk, and console. Carriers are not responsible for personal property.

Clean your car: Wash the exterior so you can easily spot any damage during inspection. Take photos of your vehicle from all angles.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and that the battery is charged. Fix any fluid leaks before pickup.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, spoilers, or anything that might fall off. Retract antennas and fold in mirrors.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to prevent issues during transport.

For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup and delivery for your Frederick, MD car shipment.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Frederick, MD. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your Frederick shipment begins, we verify that your 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 car is covered from pickup in Frederick through delivery at your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing professional insurance protection is included in every quote.

For car shipping from Frederick, MD, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. However, scheduling even earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: More time allows carriers to group your car with other vehicles heading the same direction
• Flexible pickup dates: You’ll have more options to choose convenient times
• Peak season planning: Summer months and holidays get busy fast

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with as little as 3-5 days notice. Keep in mind this costs more than standard booking.

The bottom line: book as soon as you know your moving date. Early planning saves money and reduces stress for your Frederick 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 uses standard car carrier trucks where vehicles are exposed to weather and road debris. This is the most common and cost-effective option, costing 40-60% less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road debris. While more expensive, it’s ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Frederick, MD residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport is perfectly safe and reliable. Choose enclosed transport if your car is worth over $75,000 or has sentimental value you can’t replace. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service for Frederick, MD residents. When you book your car shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your home or office to collect your vehicle and deliver it to your new location.

In some cases, large car carriers cannot access certain Frederick neighborhoods due to narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or tight turns. If this happens, don’t worry – our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. This ensures your vehicle is picked up and delivered as close to your door as possible.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. It’s our most popular service option for good reason!

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!