San Bernardino, CA Car Shipping

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

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

Clean Your Car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process easier.

Document Condition: Take photos of your car from all angles. Note any scratches, dents, or damage before pickup.

Prepare Mechanically: Ensure your car runs properly, has adequate fluids, and maintain about a quarter tank of gas. Remove or secure loose parts like spoilers or antennas.

Provide Keys: Have a working key ready for the carrier. Make sure your car can start and move easily.

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup process and protects your vehicle during transport from San Bernardino.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from San Bernardino, CA with Sherpa Auto Transport. We require all our carriers to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage that protects your vehicle throughout the entire transport process.

Every carrier in our network must carry:

• $1,000,000 in liability insurance – covers damages to other vehicles and property
• $100,000 in cargo insurance – protects your specific vehicle during transport

Before your San Bernardino pickup, we verify that your assigned carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy, giving us direct access to coverage details.

This means you can ship your car from San Bernardino with complete peace of mind, knowing your vehicle is protected from pickup to delivery.

We recommend booking your car shipping service from San Bernardino, CA at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More carrier options: Popular routes from San Bernardino fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date choices

San Bernardino sits along major shipping corridors, so last-minute bookings are sometimes possible. However, rush orders typically cost 25-50% more and offer limited scheduling options.

For the smoothest experience and best value, book as soon as you know your moving date. Our team can help you find the perfect carrier match for your San Bernardino pickup.

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 uncovered trailers that hold 8-10 cars. Your vehicle is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s the most affordable option. About 90% of cars shipped from San Bernardino use open transport.

Enclosed auto transport uses covered trailers that protect your car from weather, dust, and debris. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but offers maximum protection.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want to save money.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic car, or have custom paint work that needs extra protection during shipping from San Bernardino.

Both options are safe and reliable. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service for San Bernardino residents. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or preferred location in San Bernardino and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book your car shipment, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses. Our professional carriers will coordinate with you to schedule pickup and delivery at these exact locations whenever possible.

However, some San Bernardino neighborhoods may have restrictions like narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or residential parking limitations. If your specific address isn’t accessible for our large transport trucks, don’t worry – our experienced drivers will work with you to find a safe, convenient nearby location such as:

• A local shopping center or parking lot
• A nearby gas station
• A wider street in your neighborhood

This door-to-door service saves you time and eliminates the need to drive to a terminal, making your San Bernardino car shipping experience as smooth as possible.

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!