Napa, CA Car Shipping

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

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including toll passes, GPS devices, and loose items. Carriers are not insured for personal property.

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document its condition with photos before shipping.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough fuel (about 1/4 tank), and the battery is charged so it can be driven on and off the carrier.

Secure or remove accessories: Take off or secure any loose parts like antennas, spoilers, or bike racks that could be damaged during transit.

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

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

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

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Napa, 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, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is valid and active. 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 condition with the driver at both pickup and delivery.

We recommend booking your car shipment from Napa, CA at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, scheduling earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better carrier availability: More drivers can fit your route into their schedule
• Lower prices: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with others heading the same direction
• Flexible pickup windows: You’ll have more options to choose dates that work for you
• Less stress: You won’t be rushing to find last-minute transportation

Need to ship on short notice? We can often arrange expedited pickup within 24-48 hours, though this typically costs more. Napa’s location in the San Francisco Bay Area means we have regular carrier traffic, which helps with faster bookings.

For the smoothest experience, book as soon as you know your moving dates. This gives carriers time to plan efficient routes and saves you money.

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 elements during transit. This is the most common and affordable option, costing significantly less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and road debris. This premium service costs 50-60% more than open transport but offers maximum protection.

Which should you choose? Most Napa residents use open transport for everyday vehicles. It’s safe, reliable, and cost-effective. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications that need extra protection.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for Napa, CA residents. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or business and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our carrier will come right to you in Napa, saving you the hassle of driving to a terminal.

What if the truck can’t access my location?

Napa’s hillside neighborhoods and narrow streets can sometimes pose challenges for large car carriers. If your street has low-hanging trees, tight turns, or parking restrictions, our driver will contact you to arrange a convenient nearby meeting spot—like a shopping center parking lot or main road. This is rare but ensures safe transport of your vehicle.

Door-to-door service is included in your quote at no extra charge. It’s the easiest way to ship your car to or from Napa.

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!