Lakewood, CO Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Lakewood, CO is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car – carriers cannot transport personal belongings for insurance reasons. Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transit.

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

Make sure your car is in good working condition with at least a quarter tank of gas (but not more than half full). Check that your battery is charged and tires are properly inflated. Remove or secure any loose exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or custom antennas.

Finally, have a spare key ready for the driver and ensure someone 18 or older will be available for both pickup and delivery. For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips guide.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Lakewood, CO. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry minimum $1,000,000 liability insurance and $100,000 cargo insurance.

Before your Lakewood shipment begins, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This means your car is covered from pickup in Lakewood through delivery at your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your vehicle has comprehensive insurance coverage throughout the entire transport process.

We recommend scheduling your car shipping pickup from Lakewood, CO at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible pickup dates.

Here’s why booking early helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently
• More carrier options: Popular routes from Lakewood fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup window choices

If you need last-minute shipping, we can still help! Rush orders are possible but may cost 20-30% more. During peak seasons (summer and fall), book even earlier if possible.

Pro tip: Lakewood’s location near Denver makes it easier to find carriers, but advance booking still ensures the smoothest experience.

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 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 much less.

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

Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping from Lakewood, CO with:

• Classic or luxury cars
• Custom paint jobs
• High-value vehicles
• Cars sensitive to weather

Choose open transport for everyday vehicles where cost matters more than extra protection. Most cars ship safely this way.

For detailed comparisons and pricing, check our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door car shipping service to and from Lakewood, CO. This means we 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 pickup and delivery addresses in Lakewood. Our carrier will come right to your location – whether it’s your driveway, apartment complex, or workplace. This saves you time and hassle compared to dropping off your car at a terminal.

However, some Lakewood neighborhoods have narrow streets or low-hanging trees that large car carriers can’t navigate safely. If this happens, don’t worry – our driver will work with you to find a nearby safe location like a grocery store parking lot or gas station. We always prioritize safety while keeping things as convenient as possible for you.

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!