Palmetto, FL Car Shipping

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

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

Clean your car: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos before shipping.

Check for leaks and issues: Make sure your vehicle is in good working condition with no fluid leaks. Ensure the battery is charged and tires are properly inflated.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off custom antennas, spoilers, bike racks, and other exterior add-ons that could be damaged during transport.

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

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup from Palmetto and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Palmetto, FL. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

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

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before pickup. This document shows the coverage details and confirms your vehicle is protected throughout the journey from Palmetto.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Palmetto, FL at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best rates and more carrier options.

Here’s why advance notice helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently and offer competitive rates
• More flexibility: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Route matching: Your vehicle can be paired with other shipments heading the same direction

Need faster service? We also offer expedited shipping with as little as 24-48 hours notice, though this typically costs more.

The key is to book as soon as you know your moving dates. This ensures smooth scheduling and helps avoid last-minute stress.

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 carriers that hold multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris during transit. This is the most popular and affordable option, used for about 90% of vehicle shipments.

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

Most Palmetto, FL residents choose open transport. It’s safe, reliable, and budget-friendly for everyday vehicles. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications.

Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for Palmetto, 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:

• Pickup: The carrier will come to your specified address in Palmetto to load your vehicle
• Delivery: Your car will be delivered directly to your destination address
• Flexible options: If your street has low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or weight restrictions, we’ll arrange a safe nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or parking lot

Door-to-door service eliminates the need to drive to a terminal or drop-off location. It’s our most popular option because it saves you time and hassle. When you book, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses, and we’ll handle the rest.

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!