Apache Junction, AZ Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Apache Junction, AZ is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items from the interior. Carriers typically don’t insure personal property.

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos before shipping.

Check for leaks and mechanical issues: Ensure your car runs properly, has no fluid leaks, and the battery is charged. The tires should be properly inflated.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off custom antennas, spoilers, bike racks, and other exterior accessories that could be damaged during transit.

Keep fuel low: Leave only about a quarter tank of gas. This reduces weight and meets safety requirements.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure a smooth pickup from Apache Junction and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Apache Junction, AZ. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $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. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you an extra layer of protection.

You’ll receive the carrier’s insurance information before pickup. We recommend taking photos of your vehicle before and after transport for your records.

We recommend scheduling your car shipment from Apache Junction, AZ at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best chance of securing competitive rates and flexible pickup times.

Here’s why advance scheduling matters:

• Better carrier availability: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently and bundle your vehicle with others heading in the same direction
• More competitive pricing: Last-minute bookings often cost more due to limited availability
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more options to choose pickup dates that work for your timeline

Need faster service? We offer expedited shipping options if you’re on a tight deadline. Rush services typically cost more but can arrange pickup within 24-48 hours when available.

The bottom line: Book as early as possible for the smoothest experience. Even if your plans aren’t finalized, reserving your spot early ensures you won’t be scrambling at the last minute.

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 ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, road debris, and dust. This premium service costs 50-60% more than open transport.

Which should you choose? Most Apache Junction residents choose open transport—it’s safe, reliable, and budget-friendly. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic car, or any vehicle with custom paint or modifications. The extra protection gives you peace of mind for high-value vehicles.

Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service for Apache Junction residents. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or business and deliver it directly to your destination address.

How it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your location in Apache Junction to load your vehicle and deliver it right to your door at the destination.

In some cases, large car carriers may have difficulty accessing certain streets due to low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or tight turns. If this happens in your Apache Junction neighborhood, our driver will contact you to arrange a convenient nearby meeting spot, like a shopping center parking lot or gas station. This is rare, but we want you to know we’ll work with you to find the best solution.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle compared to terminal-to-terminal shipping. You won’t need to drive to a drop-off location or pick up your car from a distant facility.

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!