California to Colorado Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from California to Colorado is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including electronics, documents, and fragile items. Carriers aren’t responsible for personal property damage or theft.

Clean your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the pre-transport inspection.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant. Make sure your battery is secure and charged.

Remove accessories: Take off custom parts like spoilers, bike racks, or toll transponders that could get damaged or fall off during transport.

Document condition: Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup. Note any existing scratches or dents.

Provide working keys: Give the driver a spare key and keep one for yourself.

For complete details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth transport experience from California to Colorado.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from California to Colorado. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

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

This insurance covers damage that may occur during loading, transport, and unloading of your vehicle. You’ll receive your carrier’s insurance details before pickup, so you have all the information you need for peace of mind during your California to Colorado car shipment.

We recommend scheduling your car shipping service at least 2-3 weeks in advance for the California to Colorado route. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with other shipments heading to Colorado
• More pickup options: You’ll have flexibility to choose convenient dates
• Peak season planning: Summer months (June-August) are busiest, so book even earlier during these times

If you need last-minute service, we can often accommodate pickups within 3-5 days, but expect higher rates and limited scheduling options. The key is booking as soon as you know your moving timeline.

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 carries your car on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s the most common and affordable option, costing about 50% less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. This shields your car from weather, dust, and road debris during the trip from California to Colorado.

Choose open transport if you want to save money and have a standard daily-driver vehicle. Choose enclosed transport if you have a luxury car, classic vehicle, or custom paint job that needs extra protection.

For the California to Colorado route, both options are reliable. The choice comes down to your budget and how much protection your car needs. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for more details.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door service for your California to Colorado car shipment. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or preferred location in California and deliver it directly to your new address in Colorado.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will coordinate with you to schedule both pickup and delivery at times that work for your move. If your specific address has access issues – like narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or HOA restrictions – don’t worry. We’ll arrange pickup and delivery at a nearby safe location such as a shopping center or gas station.

Benefits of door-to-door service:

• No driving to terminals or depots
• Saves you time during your California to Colorado move
• Direct delivery to your new Colorado location
• Flexible scheduling around your moving timeline

This service is especially valuable for long-distance moves like California to Colorado, where driving to a terminal would add unnecessary stress to your relocation.

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!