Lincoln, CA Car Shipping

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

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos before shipping.

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

Check for leaks: Make sure your vehicle has no fluid leaks and is in good running condition.

Disable alarms: Turn off or deactivate your car alarm to avoid issues during transport.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, roof racks, and other external add-ons that could be damaged.

Fuel level: Keep your gas tank at about 1/4 full. This reduces weight while ensuring the driver can load and unload your vehicle.

Provide a key: Have a spare key ready for the carrier.

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

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Lincoln, 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 the carrier’s insurance information before pickup. We recommend taking photos of your vehicle before transport and reviewing the Bill of Lading carefully during pickup and delivery.

We recommend scheduling your car shipment from Lincoln, CA at least 1-2 weeks in advance for the best results.

Booking early gives carriers more time to plan efficient routes and group your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction. This often leads to better pricing and faster pickup times.

That said, we understand plans change. If you need expedited service, we can often arrange pickups within 2-5 business days, though this may come with higher costs and fewer carrier options.

Pro tip: If you’re shipping during peak season (summer months or holidays), book 3-4 weeks ahead to secure the best rates and availability.

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 conditions during transit. This is the most common and affordable option, used for about 90% of vehicle shipments.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer that protects it from weather, dust, and debris. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport but provides maximum protection.

Most Lincoln, CA residents choose open transport for everyday vehicles. It’s safe, reliable, and budget-friendly. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications.

Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Lincoln, CA. This is our most popular option because it’s the most convenient way to ship your vehicle.

Here’s how it works: When you book with us, you provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your home or business in Lincoln to pick up your vehicle and deliver it right to your destination address.

In most cases, door-to-door service works perfectly in Lincoln. However, if your street has low-hanging trees, tight turns, or narrow roads that make it difficult for a large car carrier to access, our driver will contact you to arrange a nearby meeting spot. This is usually a safe, easy-to-reach location like a grocery store parking lot or gas station within a few blocks of your address.

Our team will work with you to find the best solution that keeps your vehicle safe and makes pickup or delivery as easy 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!