Tucson, AZ Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Tucson, AZ is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car – carriers are not responsible for lost belongings. Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile items that could break during transit.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection. Remove or secure loose exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or custom mirrors that could be damaged.

Make sure your car is in good working condition with enough fuel (about 1/4 tank) for loading and unloading. Have a spare key ready for the driver – they’ll need it to move your vehicle on and off the carrier.

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Taking these steps ensures smooth pickup from Tucson and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Tucson, AZ with Sherpa Auto Transport. We require all our carriers to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage that protects your vehicle throughout the entire transport process.

Here’s what covers your vehicle during transport from Tucson:

• $1,000,000 minimum liability insurance – Covers damages caused by the carrier
• $100,000 minimum cargo insurance – Protects your vehicle’s value during transport
• Verified coverage – We confirm each carrier’s insurance is active and valid before your shipment

For added protection, all our contracted carriers list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policies. This means we can directly verify coverage and assist with any claims if needed.

Important: While our carriers provide excellent coverage, we recommend checking with your personal auto insurance provider about coverage during transport. Some policies offer additional protection that can complement the carrier’s insurance.

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

Why book early? Tucson’s location in southern Arizona means carriers often need to coordinate with shipments from Phoenix and other major cities. Early booking helps secure better rates and more flexible pickup windows.

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping options with as little as 3-5 days notice, though this typically costs more. For the best rates and scheduling flexibility, book as soon as you know your moving dates.

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 way to ship your car from Tucson. Your vehicle travels on an open trailer alongside other cars, exposed to weather and road debris. This method works great for everyday vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed transport provides full protection inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from Arizona’s intense sun, dust storms, and road debris. This option is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Tucson residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value and reliability. Choose enclosed transport if your car is worth over $50,000 or has sentimental value you can’t replace. Learn more in our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments to and from Tucson, AZ. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle directly from your home, office, or any address you choose, and deliver it right to your door at your destination.

When you book your Tucson car shipping service, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our experienced carriers will do their best to reach these exact locations. However, some Tucson neighborhoods have narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or parking restrictions that make it unsafe for large transport trucks to navigate.

If your specific address isn’t accessible, don’t worry – we’ll work with you to find a convenient nearby location like a shopping center, gas station, or open parking lot within a few miles of your home. This ensures your vehicle stays safe while making the process as easy as possible for you.

Our door-to-door service is included in your quote at no extra charge, making it the most popular choice for Tucson residents who want maximum convenience when shipping their vehicles.

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!