Palm Harbor, FL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Palm Harbor, FL is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

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

Clean your car: Wash the exterior so you can easily spot any damage during pickup and delivery inspections.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant. Make sure the battery is charged and connections are tight.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, spoilers, or anything that could fall off. Remove toll tags, GPS devices, and fragile items.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to prevent issues during transport.

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

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure a smooth pickup from Palm Harbor and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Palm Harbor, FL. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before we assign your Palm Harbor vehicle shipment, 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 insurance covers your vehicle during loading, transport, and unloading. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is protected throughout the entire journey from Palm Harbor.

For the best rates and service from Palm Harbor, FL, book your car shipment at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives our carriers time to plan efficient routes and group your vehicle with others heading to the same area.

While we can often arrange pickup within a few days for urgent shipments, last-minute bookings typically cost more and have fewer carrier options. Peak seasons like summer and winter holidays get especially busy, so booking 3-4 weeks ahead during these times ensures better availability.

Early booking from Palm Harbor also means you’ll have more flexibility with pickup dates and can secure the most competitive pricing for your car transport needs.

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 trailers that expose your vehicle to weather and road debris. It’s the most common and affordable option, costing about 50% less than enclosed transport. Most everyday vehicles ship safely this way.

Enclosed auto transport protects your car inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road debris. This premium service costs more but is worth it for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

For Palm Harbor residents: Open transport works great for most cars and offers faster pickup times. Choose enclosed if you’re shipping a high-value vehicle or want maximum protection during transport.

Need help deciding? Check our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more information.

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

When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our assigned carrier will come to these exact locations whenever possible. However, Palm Harbor’s residential areas sometimes have 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 safe, nearby meeting spot – like a shopping center parking lot or gas station. This is still much more convenient than driving to a distant terminal.

Door-to-door service is included in our standard pricing, so you won’t pay extra for this convenience. It’s just one way we make car shipping from Palm Harbor as easy as possible for our customers.

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!