Fremont, CA Car Shipping

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

Before pickup:

• Remove all personal items from inside your car
• Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items
• Remove or secure exterior accessories like bike racks or spoilers
• Clean your vehicle and take photos for your records
• Check fluid levels and tire pressure
• Disable car alarms
• Keep gas tank between 1/4 and 1/2 full

Have ready for the driver:

• Working keys for your vehicle
• Current registration and insurance documents
• Any special instructions for starting your car

For complete details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps helps ensure your car arrives safely at its destination and speeds up the pickup process in Fremont.

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

Before we assign your Fremont car shipment, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is current 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 Fremont through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

For car shipping from Fremont, 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 preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Popular pickup times fill up quickly
• Less stress: You’ll have backup options if your first choice isn’t available

If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup within 3-7 days, but expect higher costs for expedited shipping. During peak seasons (summer and early fall), book even earlier if possible.

Pro tip: Fremont’s location in the Bay Area means frequent carrier routes, so you have more flexibility than remote locations. Still, don’t wait until the last minute!

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 is the most common and cost-effective option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. This method is safe for most vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from weather, dust, and road debris. This is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Fremont residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works perfectly. Choose enclosed transport if you have a high-value car or want maximum protection. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service for Fremont, CA residents. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book your car shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup location in Fremont and your delivery address. Our assigned carrier will coordinate with you to collect your vehicle from the exact spot you specify. The same applies for delivery – we bring your car right to your new location.

However, some Fremont neighborhoods have narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or parking restrictions that make it challenging for large transport trucks to access. In these cases, our carrier will work with you to find a nearby safe meeting spot like a shopping center, gas station, or open parking lot – usually within a few blocks of your address.

This door-to-door service saves you time and eliminates the hassle of driving to a terminal. You get maximum convenience while ensuring your vehicle is handled safely throughout the shipping process.

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!