Lutz, FL Car Shipping

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

Remove Personal Items: Take out all personal belongings, toll passes, and fragile items. Carriers typically don’t insure personal items left in the vehicle.

Clean Your Vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This makes it easier to document any existing damage before shipping.

Document Condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles. Note any scratches, dents, or damage for your records.

Check Fluids and Battery: Ensure your gas tank is only 1/4 full. Check that the battery is charged and fluids are at proper levels.

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

Provide a Key: Make sure you have a working key available for the carrier to load and unload your vehicle.

Disable Alarms: Turn off any car alarms to avoid issues during transit.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Proper preparation ensures a smooth shipping experience from Lutz, FL to your destination.

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

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

Your carrier will provide you with their insurance information before pickup. We recommend taking photos of your vehicle before transport as an added precaution.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Lutz, FL at least 1-2 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and match your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

That said, the earlier you book, the better. Scheduling 3-4 weeks ahead offers several benefits:

• More carrier options – You’ll have access to more available carriers
• Better pricing – Early booking often means more competitive rates
• Flexible dates – You can choose pickup times that work best for your schedule

If you need faster service, we also offer expedited shipping with pickups possible in as little as 24-48 hours. However, rush orders typically cost more due to the quick turnaround required.

Bottom line: Book as early as possible, but know that 1-2 weeks is usually sufficient for standard car shipping from Lutz.

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 debris, but it’s the most affordable and common option. About 90% of vehicles ship this way, including most everyday cars.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and debris. It costs 50-60% more than open transport but offers maximum protection for high-value vehicles.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard vehicle and want to save money. It’s safe, reliable, and perfect for most cars shipping to or from Lutz, FL.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or custom vehicle with special paint. The extra cost is worth the added protection.

See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for Lutz, FL residents. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or business and deliver it directly to your destination address.

Here’s how it works:

At Pickup: Our carrier will come to your specified address in Lutz to load your vehicle. Whether you’re in the Lake Padgett area, Seven Oaks, or anywhere else in Lutz, we’ll work to accommodate your location.

At Delivery: Your vehicle will be delivered to the exact address you provide at your destination.

Important to Know: In some cases, large car carriers can’t access certain streets due to low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or tight turns. If your Lutz neighborhood has these restrictions, our driver will contact you to arrange a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or parking lot.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or depot. We handle the logistics so you can focus on your move.

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!