Arcadia, CA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Arcadia, CA is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including items in the glove box, trunk, and console. Carriers aren’t responsible for personal property.

Clean your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant. Make sure the battery is charged.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, antennas, and other add-ons that could get damaged or fall off.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to prevent issues during transport.

Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup and delivery of your vehicle from Arcadia.

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

Before your Arcadia car shipment begins, 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 means your vehicle is covered from pickup in Arcadia through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

Need proof of coverage? We can provide insurance certificates upon request for your records.

For car shipping from Arcadia, CA, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible scheduling options.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle multiple vehicles
• More availability: Peak seasons and holidays fill up quickly
• Less stress: You’ll have backup time if your first choice isn’t available

If you’re moving during busy times like summer months or around holidays, consider booking 4-6 weeks ahead. Arcadia’s location in the Los Angeles area means good carrier availability, but demand is also high.

Need last-minute service? We can often accommodate rush orders, though expect higher costs and limited scheduling options.

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, exposed to weather and road debris. This method is safe for most everyday vehicles and costs significantly less.

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

For most Arcadia residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value and reliability. Choose enclosed transport if you’re moving a high-value car that needs extra protection during the journey. Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service in Arcadia, CA. 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 us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our experienced carriers will do their best to reach these exact locations. However, some Arcadia neighborhoods have narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or parking restrictions that make it unsafe for large transport trucks to navigate.

If your specific address isn’t accessible, don’t worry. Our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center parking lot or gas station – usually within a few blocks of your location. This ensures your vehicle stays protected while making the process as convenient as possible.

Door-to-door service is included in our standard pricing, so you won’t pay extra for this convenience. It’s just one more way we make car shipping simple for Arcadia residents.

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!