Gardena, CA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Gardena, CA is simple when you follow these key steps:

Remove Personal Items: Take out all personal belongings, including electronics, documents, and valuables. Car carriers are not responsible for items left inside your vehicle.

Clean Your Car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the pre-transport inspection.

Check Fluids and Battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant. Make sure your battery is charged and secure.

Remove Accessories: Take off custom parts, spoilers, bike racks, and toll transponders. Secure or remove loose items like antennas.

Document Everything: Take photos of your car from all angles. Note any existing scratches or dents.

Provide Working Keys: Have at least one spare key ready for the driver.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup process from Gardena and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Gardena, CA. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must have at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before we assign your Gardena car shipment, we check that the 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 Gardena through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Gardena, CA at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you better options and pricing.

Here’s why advance booking helps:

• Better carrier availability – More transport trucks serve the busy Los Angeles area
• Lower costs – Carriers can group your car with other vehicles heading the same direction
• Flexible scheduling – You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

Gardena’s location in the heart of LA County means frequent carrier routes, but demand is also high. For peak seasons (summer and fall), consider booking 3-4 weeks ahead.

Need faster service? We offer expedited pickup options with as little as 24-48 hours notice, though premium rates apply.

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 budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs less.

Enclosed auto transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It shields your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris. This option costs 40-60% more than open transport.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Most cars shipped from Gardena use this method.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, or custom car with special paint. The extra cost protects your investment.

Both options are safe and reliable. Your choice depends on your car’s value and your budget. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for more details.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for customers in Gardena, CA. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book your car shipment, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our assigned carrier will do their best to reach these exact locations. However, if your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits for large trucks, we’ll work with you to find a safe nearby spot. This might be a local gas station, shopping center, or wide street within a few blocks of your location.

Door-to-door service is our most popular option because it saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. Most customers in Gardena find this service works perfectly for their residential streets and business locations.

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!