Phoenix, AZ Car Shipping

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

Clean and inspect your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. Take photos of any existing damage for your records.

Remove personal items: Clear out all belongings, including toll passes, GPS devices, and loose items that could shift during transport.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and that the battery is charged so carriers can move your vehicle.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or other add-ons that could get damaged. Fold in mirrors and retract antennas.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to avoid issues during loading and transport.

Keep keys ready: Have a spare key available for the pickup driver.

For complete preparation guidelines, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps helps ensure your Phoenix car shipping goes smoothly.

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

Before we assign your Phoenix vehicle shipment, 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 comprehensive coverage protects your vehicle throughout the entire transport process – from pickup in Phoenix to delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during your move.

For car shipping from Phoenix, AZ, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and offer lower rates
• More flexibility: You’ll have multiple pickup date options
• Route optimization: Your car gets bundled with other Phoenix shipments heading the same direction

Phoenix is a major shipping hub with regular carrier traffic, so last-minute bookings (3-7 days) are often possible. However, you may face higher costs and limited scheduling options.

Pro tip: Book even earlier during peak seasons (summer and winter) when snowbirds are moving to and from Arizona.

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 is the most common and cost-effective option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. This method is safe for most vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from weather, dust, and road debris. This is ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

For most Phoenix residents, open transport works perfectly fine. The dry Arizona climate means less weather risk compared to other regions. However, if you’re shipping a high-value vehicle or want maximum protection, enclosed transport is worth the extra cost.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Phoenix, AZ. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in Phoenix or your destination city. Our experienced carriers will handle the rest, making your car shipping experience as convenient as possible.

In some cases, large transport trucks may not be able to access certain residential areas due to narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or HOA restrictions. 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 still collected and delivered as close to your door as possible.

Door-to-door service is included in most of our Phoenix auto transport quotes at no extra charge, making it the most popular choice for our customers.

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!