Fort Collins, CO Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Fort Collins, CO is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove Personal Items: Take out all personal belongings, including items in the glove box, trunk, and console. Car carriers are not responsible for personal property.

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

Document Current Condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles, noting any existing scratches, dents, or damage.

Check Fluids and Battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and brake fluid. Make sure your battery is secure and fully charged.

Remove or Secure Accessories: Take off or secure loose items like bike racks, spoilers, or custom antennas that could be damaged during transport.

Provide Working Keys: Have at least one working key ready for the carrier driver.

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures your Fort Collins car shipping experience goes smoothly.

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

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

This comprehensive coverage protects your vehicle from pickup in Fort Collins through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards, giving you peace of mind during your car shipping experience.

For car shipping from Fort Collins, CO, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Why book early? Fort Collins is a smaller market compared to major cities like Denver. Carriers need time to plan routes and combine shipments in your area. Early booking helps drivers bundle multiple cars together, which keeps costs lower for everyone.

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with 3-7 days notice, but expect higher rates. During busy seasons (summer months and winter holidays), book even earlier – up to 4 weeks ahead if possible.

Pro tip: Flexible pickup dates within a 3-4 day window can save you money and make scheduling easier for carriers serving the Fort Collins area.

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 rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs less.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your vehicle from weather, dust, and debris.

Choose open transport if you have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Choose enclosed transport for luxury cars, classics, exotic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs that need extra protection.

Most Fort Collins residents ship with open transport since it’s reliable and affordable. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for a detailed comparison.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Fort Collins, CO. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in Fort Collins. Our carrier will come right to your location – whether that’s your driveway, apartment complex, or workplace.

However, Fort Collins has some residential areas with narrow streets or low-hanging trees that large car carriers can’t navigate safely. If your specific address isn’t accessible, don’t worry! Our driver will work with you to find a convenient nearby location like a shopping center parking lot or main street where pickup and delivery can happen safely.

This door-to-door service saves you time and hassle compared to having to drive to a terminal. It’s included in our standard Fort Collins car shipping service at no extra cost.

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!