North Lauderdale, FL Car Shipping

To prepare your vehicle for shipping from North Lauderdale, FL, follow these simple steps:

• Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including toll passes, GPS devices, and fragile items
• Clean your car: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos
• Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and the battery works
• Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or loose parts that could fall off during transport
• Have keys ready: Provide a working key to the driver for loading and unloading
• Document condition: Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup

For a complete checklist and more detailed tips, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car arrives safely at its destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from North Lauderdale, FL with Sherpa Auto Transport.

Every carrier in our network must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance. We check that each carrier’s insurance is active and valid before they transport your car from North Lauderdale.

For extra protection, all our carriers add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we monitor the coverage throughout your shipment.

What this means for you: If damage occurs during transport, the carrier’s insurance covers repairs or replacement costs. Our team helps you file claims if needed.

Before pickup in North Lauderdale, you’ll receive your carrier’s insurance details. Keep this information handy during transport for peace of mind.

For car shipping from North Lauderdale, 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 flexible scheduling options.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Popular pickup dates fill up quickly in South Florida
• Less stress: You’ll have backup time if your first choice isn’t available

If you’re moving during peak seasons (summer months or winter holidays), consider booking 3-4 weeks ahead. North Lauderdale’s location in Broward County means good carrier availability, but early planning ensures the smoothest experience.

Need faster service? We can often accommodate rush orders with 3-7 days notice, though expedited shipping costs more and has fewer carrier 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 transport is the most common and budget-friendly option where your car travels on an open trailer exposed to weather and road conditions. Enclosed transport provides full protection inside a covered trailer but costs 40-60% more.

For North Lauderdale residents, open transport works great for everyday vehicles like sedans, SUVs, and trucks. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, or motorcycle that needs extra protection from Florida’s intense sun, rain, and highway debris.

Open transport typically takes the same time but offers more scheduling flexibility since most carriers use open trailers. Learn more in our complete open vs enclosed transport guide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for North Lauderdale, 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 carrier will come to you in North Lauderdale and handle everything. If your street has low bridges, narrow roads, or other restrictions, we’ll work with you to find a safe nearby spot like a shopping center or gas station.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You don’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. We bring the service right to your doorstep in North Lauderdale.

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!