Brandon, FL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Brandon, FL is simple. Follow these key steps:

Clean Your Vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This helps you document any existing damage before shipping.

Remove Personal Items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items. Carriers are not insured for personal property inside the vehicle.

Check for Leaks and Maintenance: Make sure your car has no fluid leaks. Ensure the battery is charged and tires are properly inflated.

Remove or Secure Accessories: Take off custom parts, antennas, spoilers, and bike racks that could be damaged during transit.

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

Keep Fuel Low: Leave only about a quarter tank of gas. This reduces weight and meets safety requirements.

Provide a Key: Give the carrier a working key for loading and unloading.

Document Condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Brandon, FL. Every carrier in our network must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before we assign your shipment, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is valid and active. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Brandon through delivery to your destination. If you’d like to review the carrier’s insurance certificate before transport, just ask—we’re happy to provide it.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Brandon, FL at least 1-2 weeks in advance for the best results.

Booking early gives carriers more time to plan efficient routes and group your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction. This often leads to better pricing and faster pickup times.

That said, we understand plans can change. If you need expedited service, we can often arrange pickups within 2-5 business days, though this may come with additional costs.

Best practices for scheduling:

• Book 1-2 weeks ahead for standard service
• Allow 3-4 weeks during peak seasons (summer and holidays)
• Contact us immediately if you have a tight deadline

The earlier you book, the more flexibility you’ll have with dates and pricing options.

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 shipping method, costing significantly less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle inside a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dirt, and road debris. This premium service typically costs 50-60% more than open transport.

Which should you choose? Most Brandon, FL residents choose open transport—it’s safe, reliable, and budget-friendly. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications. The extra protection is worth it for high-value vehicles.

Both options are fully insured. Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments to and from Brandon, FL. 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 us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come right to your location in Brandon—whether that’s your driveway, apartment complex, or workplace—and transport your vehicle directly to where you need it.

In some cases, large car carriers may not be able to access certain residential streets due to low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or tight turns. If this happens, don’t worry. Our driver will contact you to arrange a convenient nearby meeting spot, like a shopping center parking lot or gas station. This is rare, but we always prioritize safety and work with you to find the best solution.

Door-to-door service is included in your quote at no extra charge, making your car shipping experience as easy and stress-free 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!