Alafaya, FL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Alafaya, FL is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car – carriers cannot transport personal belongings for insurance reasons. Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection process. Remove or secure exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or custom antennas that could be damaged or cause clearance issues.

Make sure your car is in good working condition with adequate fluids and tire pressure. Your gas tank should be between 1/4 and 1/2 full – enough to drive on and off the carrier but not so much that it adds unnecessary weight.

Finally, have a spare key ready for the driver and document any existing damage with photos. For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips guide.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Alafaya, FL. All our carriers must have at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance before we work with them.

We take extra steps to protect you:

• We check that each carrier’s insurance is active and valid
• All carriers add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy
• Insurance coverage stays active for your entire shipment

This means your car is protected from pickup in Alafaya to delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards, giving you peace of mind during transport.

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

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently when they have advance notice
• More scheduling options: You’ll have first pick of available pickup windows
• Route optimization: Your car can be bundled with other vehicles heading to similar destinations

If you need last-minute service, don’t worry – we can often arrange pickup within 3-7 days from Alafaya. However, expect to pay premium rates for rush orders.

Pro tip: If you’re moving during peak season (summer months), book even earlier – up to 4-6 weeks ahead – to ensure availability and avoid higher seasonal rates.

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 much 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 enclosed transport if you have:

• Classic or luxury cars
• Custom paint jobs
• High-value vehicles
• Cars sensitive to weather

For most everyday vehicles shipping to or from Alafaya, FL, open transport works great and saves money. See our complete open vs enclosed guide to help you decide what’s best for your car.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for Alafaya, FL residents. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our experienced carriers will handle the rest. However, some Alafaya neighborhoods have narrow streets or low-hanging branches that large car carriers cannot navigate safely. In these cases, we’ll arrange a convenient nearby location like a shopping center or main road for pickup or delivery.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. Our team will coordinate with you to ensure smooth pickup and delivery at times that work with your schedule.

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!