Arizona to Florida Car Shipping

Preparing your car for transport from Arizona to Florida is simple. Follow these key steps to ensure a smooth, damage-free shipment:

• Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so the carrier can perform an accurate inspection and document any pre-existing damage before pickup.
• Document the condition: Take clear photos of all sides of your car before it’s loaded. This protects you in the unlikely event of a dispute.
• Remove personal items: Carriers are not licensed to transport personal belongings. Remove all valuables, toll passes (like E-ZPass or SunPass), and loose items from the interior.
• Remove exterior accessories: Take off custom spoilers, bike racks, roof racks, or any other add-ons that could be damaged or cause damage during transit.
• Check your fluid levels and tires: Make sure there are no active leaks and that your tires are properly inflated. Carriers may refuse vehicles with leaks.
• Leave a quarter tank of gas: Enough fuel is needed to load and unload your vehicle, but a full tank adds unnecessary weight.
• Disable your car alarm: An alarm that triggers during transport can cause delays. If you can’t disable it, leave instructions for the carrier.
• Provide a working key: Make sure the carrier has a key to operate your vehicle for loading and unloading.

For a full checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. A little preparation goes a long way in making your Arizona to Florida car shipment as smooth as possible!

Yes, your vehicle is insured during transport from Arizona to Florida. Every carrier in our network is required to carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car ever leaves Arizona, we verify that the carrier’s insurance policy is active and in good standing. We don’t just take their word for it — Sherpa Auto Transport is added as a Certificate Holder on every carrier’s insurance policy, giving you an extra layer of protection.

Here are a few more things to keep in mind:

• No hidden fees: Insurance coverage is included in your quote. There are no surprise charges at pickup or delivery.
• Document the condition of your car: Before the carrier picks up your vehicle in Arizona, both you and the driver will complete a Bill of Lading. This document records the current condition of your car and serves as your protection if any damage occurs during the long haul to Florida.
• Check your personal auto insurance: Some personal auto insurance policies offer additional coverage during transport. It’s worth a quick call to your provider before your shipment date.

Have more questions about coverage? Our team is happy to help. Contact Sherpa Auto Transport and we’ll walk you through everything before you book.

The sooner you book, the better. We recommend scheduling your Arizona pickup at least two weeks in advance. If your move date is flexible, booking three to four weeks ahead gives you even more options.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• More carrier choices: Carriers plan routes in advance. Booking early means more drivers are available for your lane from Arizona to Florida.
• Better rates: Last-minute shipments often cost more. Early bookings give carriers time to bundle your vehicle with others heading the same way, which can lower your price.
• Less stress: The Arizona-to-Florida route is a popular one, especially during snowbird season (October through April). Demand spikes during those months, so plan ahead.

Need to ship on short notice? We can still help. Sherpa Auto Transport works hard to match you with a reliable carrier as quickly as possible. Just know that rush bookings may come with higher rates and fewer available pickup windows.

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.

When shipping your car from Arizona to Florida, you have two options: open transport and enclosed transport.

Open transport is the most popular and affordable choice. Your vehicle rides on an open-air trailer — the same type used to deliver new cars to dealerships. It’s safe, reliable, and gets the job done for most standard vehicles.

Enclosed transport provides a fully covered trailer that shields your car from road debris, dust, and weather. This extra protection typically costs 50% or more than open transport. It’s the best choice if you’re shipping a:

• Classic or antique car
• Luxury or exotic vehicle
• Car with a custom paint job or modifications

For most everyday vehicles making the trip from Arizona to Florida, open transport is the smart, cost-effective choice. If your car has high value or sentimental worth, the added peace of mind from enclosed transport is well worth the investment.

Not sure which option is right for you? Check out our in-depth open vs. enclosed auto transport guide to help you decide.

Yes! Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments from Arizona to Florida. This is the most convenient way to ship your car — no need to drop it off at a terminal or travel out of your way.

Here’s how it works: when you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup address in Arizona and your delivery address in Florida. Your assigned carrier will come directly to you and deliver your vehicle as close to your door as safely possible.

Keep in mind that large car carriers cannot always access every street. Narrow roads, low-hanging trees, or tight residential areas may require a small adjustment. If that happens, your driver will coordinate with you to find a nearby meeting point — like a parking lot or gas station — just a short distance away.

Door-to-door service is available for all major routes from Arizona to Florida, including popular city pairs like Phoenix to Miami, Tucson to Orlando, and Scottsdale to Tampa. It’s the easiest, most hassle-free way to get your vehicle safely across the country.

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!