Davis, CA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Davis, CA is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile objects that could break during transit.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps with the inspection process and makes it easier to spot any existing damage. Take photos of your car from all angles as documentation.

Make sure your gas tank is between 1/4 and 1/2 full – this gives the carrier enough fuel to load and unload your vehicle without adding unnecessary weight. Check that your battery is charged and your car starts reliably.

Remove or secure loose parts like spoilers, antennas, or bike racks that could be damaged. Disable your car alarm to avoid issues during transport. Finally, have a spare key ready for the driver.

For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup and delivery for your Davis car shipment.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Davis, CA. Every carrier in our network must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before we assign your Davis car shipment, we check that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Davis through delivery at your destination. All insurance costs are included in your quote – no hidden fees.

For the best rates and service from Davis, CA, we recommend booking your car shipment at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you more advantages:

• Better pricing: Early bookings allow carriers to plan efficient routes and offer competitive rates
• More carrier options: Popular routes from Davis fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

If you need last-minute shipping (less than a week), we can still help, but expect higher costs and limited availability. Peak moving seasons (summer months and holidays) require even more advance notice.

Pro tip: Book as soon as you know your moving date. You can always adjust your pickup window later if needed.

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 works well for most everyday vehicles. Enclosed auto transport uses covered trailers that fully protect your car from the elements.

Enclosed transport typically costs 40-60% more than open transport. Choose enclosed if you have a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic car, or any car with custom paint or modifications. For standard daily drivers shipping to or from Davis, open transport is usually the smart choice.

Both options are safe and reliable. The main difference is protection level versus cost. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for a detailed comparison to help you decide what’s best for your Davis car shipping needs.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service for Davis, CA residents. When you book your car shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our assigned carrier will pick up your vehicle directly from your Davis location and deliver it to your destination address.

In most cases, we can complete true door-to-door service. However, if your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits that prevent our large transport trucks from safely accessing your location, we’ll work with you to find a nearby alternative. This might be a local parking lot, gas station, or main street that’s just a short distance from your home.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or meet us at a distant location. Our goal is to make your Davis car shipping experience as smooth and convenient as possible.

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!