Chino, CA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Chino, CA is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport. Clean your vehicle inside and out – this helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process smoother.

Make sure your car has between 1/4 and 1/2 tank of gas. Too much fuel adds weight, while too little could cause problems if the carrier needs to move your vehicle. Check your battery and tire pressure to ensure your car can be easily loaded and unloaded.

Remove or secure any exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged. Have a spare key ready for the driver, and take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car arrives safely at its destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Chino, CA. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance. This coverage protects your vehicle during transport.

Before we assign your Chino car shipment, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is current and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

What this means for you: If any damage occurs during transport from Chino, the carrier’s insurance will handle your claim. Our team will also help you through the process if needed.

All our quotes include this insurance coverage at no extra cost to you. You don’t need to purchase additional insurance for your Chino car shipping.

For car shipping from Chino, CA, we recommend booking your pickup at least 7-14 days in advance. However, scheduling even earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why advance booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can group your car with other vehicles heading the same direction
• More pickup options: You’ll have flexible scheduling instead of last-minute rushes
• Peak season planning: Summer months and holidays get busy fast

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with 1-5 day pickup windows. This costs more but works great for urgent moves.

Pro tip: Chino’s location near major highways makes it easier for carriers to reach. This means you might get picked up sooner than more remote areas.

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 uses open trailers where your car is exposed to weather and road debris. It costs less and is faster to book since most carriers use open trailers.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from rain, snow, road salt, and flying debris.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Most cars ship safely this way.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint. The extra cost is worth protecting your investment.

For Chino residents shipping high-value vehicles, enclosed transport offers peace of mind during long-distance moves. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Chino, CA. This means we pick up your car 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 pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to you in Chino – no need to drive to a terminal or depot. We handle the logistics so you can focus on your move.

In some cases, large trucks cannot access certain streets due to low bridges, narrow roads, or HOA restrictions. If this happens in your Chino neighborhood, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or wide street. This ensures your car gets picked up and delivered safely.

Door-to-door service is included in our standard pricing. It’s just one way we make car shipping simple and stress-free for Chino 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!