Cupertino, CA Car Shipping

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

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes (like FasTrak), and fragile items. Carriers typically don’t insure personal items left inside.

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document its condition with photos before shipping.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough fuel (about 1/4 tank), the battery is charged, and there are no leaks.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off bike racks, roof boxes, spoilers, and antennas. Secure or remove any loose parts.

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

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Proper preparation ensures a smooth pickup and delivery experience.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Cupertino, 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 happy to help explain the details.

We recommend scheduling your pickup from Cupertino at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you more options and better rates.

Here’s why advance notice helps:

• Better carrier availability: More time allows carriers to plan efficient routes through the Bay Area
• Lower costs: Carriers can combine your shipment with others heading the same direction
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Peak season buffer: During busy times (summer and end of month), extra lead time is essential

Need faster service? We offer expedited shipping with pickup in as little as 24-48 hours, though this costs more due to dedicated routing.

For the best experience, contact us as soon as you know your move date. We’ll work with you to find the ideal pickup window that fits your schedule and budget.

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, but it’s the most affordable and widely available option. About 90% of vehicles ship this way, including most everyday cars.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and debris. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but offers premium protection for luxury cars, classics, or exotic vehicles.

Which should Cupertino residents choose? For standard vehicles, open transport is reliable and cost-effective. If you’re shipping a high-value Tesla, classic car, or luxury vehicle common in the Bay Area, enclosed transport provides extra peace of mind. Most carriers serving Cupertino offer both options.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer convenient door-to-door auto transport service to and from Cupertino, CA. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our carrier will come right to your door in Cupertino, whether you’re in a residential neighborhood near Apple Park or anywhere else in the city.

Important note: In some cases, large car carriers may not be able to access certain streets due to low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or tight turns common in some Cupertino neighborhoods. If this happens, don’t worry—your driver will contact you to arrange a nearby meeting spot like a shopping center parking lot or main street. This is rare, but we always prioritize safety first.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. We handle the logistics so you can focus on your move.

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!