Concord, CA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Concord, CA is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Clear out all belongings from your car. Carriers typically don’t insure personal items, and extra weight can increase shipping costs.

Clean your vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This makes it easier to document any existing damage during the inspection.

Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before shipping. This creates a record in case you need to file a claim.

Check for leaks and mechanical issues: Make sure your car runs properly and has no fluid leaks. Fix any problems before shipping.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, antennas, spoilers, and toll passes. Secure or remove anything that could fall off during transport.

Maintain low fuel level: Keep your gas tank at about 1/4 full. This reduces weight while ensuring the driver can load and unload your vehicle.

Provide a working key: Make sure you have a key available for the carrier to move your vehicle.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

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

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

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before pickup. If you have questions about coverage, our team is here to help explain the details.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Concord, CA at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best rates and more carrier options.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More flexibility: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Peak season planning: Summer months and holidays get busy, so book 3-4 weeks ahead

Need to ship sooner? We can often arrange pickups within 2-5 days, though rush service may cost more. Contact us as soon as you know your moving dates, and we’ll work with your timeline.

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-air trailers that carry multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road elements during transit. This is the most common and affordable option, used for about 90% of vehicle shipments.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and road debris. This premium service costs 50-60% more than open transport.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily-driver vehicle and want to save money. It’s safe and reliable for most cars.

Choose enclosed transport if: You’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications. The extra protection is worth the cost for high-value vehicles.

Both options are fully insured. For more details, see our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for Concord, CA residents. This is our most popular option because it’s convenient and saves you time.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, you provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your home or business in Concord to pick up your vehicle. They’ll then deliver it right to your destination address.

In most Concord neighborhoods, door-to-door service works perfectly. However, if your street has low-hanging trees, tight turns, or parking restrictions that make it unsafe for a large carrier truck, we’ll work with you to choose a nearby meeting spot. This could be a shopping center parking lot, gas station, or main street location that’s easy to reach.

Our drivers prioritize safety and follow all local regulations. We’ll communicate with you throughout the process to ensure a smooth pickup and delivery experience.

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!