Lake Havasu City, AZ Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for shipping from Lake Havasu City, AZ is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including toll passes, GPS devices, and fragile items. Car carriers are not responsible for personal property.

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

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and a working battery for loading and unloading.

Remove loose parts: Take off custom accessories, spoilers, or anything that could fall off during transport.

Have keys ready: Make sure you have working keys available for the driver on pickup day.

For complete details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure smooth pickup and delivery of your vehicle from Lake Havasu City.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Lake Havasu City, AZ. Every carrier in our network must carry:

• $1,000,000 minimum liability insurance
• $100,000 minimum cargo insurance

Before your Lake Havasu City pickup, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This insurance covers your vehicle during loading, transport, and delivery. You’ll receive proof of insurance before your shipment begins, giving you peace of mind as your car travels from Lake Havasu City to its destination.

Important: Take photos of your vehicle before pickup. This helps document its condition and makes any insurance claims faster if needed.

For car shipping from Lake Havasu City, AZ, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan routes and group your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

Lake Havasu City is a smaller market compared to major cities like Phoenix or Tucson. This means fewer carriers visit the area regularly. Booking early helps ensure availability and often results in better pricing.

During peak seasons (summer and winter months when snowbirds migrate), we suggest scheduling 3-4 weeks ahead. If you need faster service, expedited options are available but come at a higher cost.

Pro tip: The more flexible you are with your pickup dates, the easier it is to find a carrier and secure competitive rates.

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 is the most common and cost-effective option. Your car travels on an open trailer alongside other vehicles. It’s exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s perfectly safe for most cars. This method costs significantly less and is widely available for routes to and from Lake Havasu City.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from weather, dust, and debris – important considerations given Arizona’s desert conditions. Choose enclosed transport for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom modifications.

For most Lake Havasu City residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value. However, if you’re moving a high-value car or want maximum protection, enclosed transport is worth the extra cost. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes! Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door service for Lake Havasu City 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 chosen destination.

In some cases, large transport trucks may not be able to access certain residential streets in Lake Havasu City due to narrow roads or low-hanging trees. 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 handled safely while still providing maximum convenience.

Door-to-door service saves you time and eliminates the need to drive to a terminal. It’s our most popular shipping option because it makes the entire process hassle-free for you.

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!