Los Gatos, CA Car Shipping

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

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including toll passes, GPS devices, and loose items that could shift during transport.

Document your car’s condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup. This protects you if any damage occurs.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and that the battery works. Your car needs to start for loading and unloading.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or any custom parts that could be damaged. Secure your antenna and fold in side mirrors.

Have keys ready: Provide one set of working keys to the driver. Keep a spare set for yourself.

For complete preparation guidelines, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup from Los Gatos and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Los Gatos, 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 Los Gatos car shipment, 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 for extra protection.

This insurance covers your vehicle during loading, transport, and unloading. You don’t need to purchase additional coverage – it’s all included in your quote at no extra cost.

For car shipping from Los Gatos, CA, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and reliable carriers.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can group your car with other vehicles heading to the same area
• More carrier options: Popular routes from Los Gatos fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date choices

If you need rush shipping, we can often arrange pickup within 3-7 days, but expect higher costs. For the most savings and peace of mind, book as early as possible once you know your moving timeline.

Los Gatos is well-connected to major highways, making it easier for carriers to access. Still, advance notice helps ensure smooth pickup and delivery.

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 travels on an open trailer alongside other vehicles, exposed to weather and road debris. This method is safe and reliable for most everyday vehicles.

Enclosed transport costs 40-60% more but provides complete protection inside a covered trailer. Your car is shielded from weather, dust, and road debris during the journey from Los Gatos.

Choose enclosed transport if you have a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or custom paint job that needs extra protection. For regular daily drivers, open transport is perfectly safe and much more affordable.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide to help you decide which option fits your Los Gatos car shipping needs.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for Los Gatos residents. This means we pick up your car from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to your Los Gatos location and transport your vehicle right to your door at the destination.

However, some Los Gatos neighborhoods have narrow streets or low-hanging trees that large car carriers cannot navigate safely. In these cases, we’ll arrange a convenient nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. We always work with you to find the most convenient solution while keeping your vehicle safe.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle – no need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. It’s our most popular service option for good reason!

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!