Palmetto Bay, FL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Palmetto Bay, FL is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport. Clean your vehicle inside and out – this helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process smoother.

Make sure your car has no more than a quarter tank of gas to reduce weight and meet safety rules. Remove or secure any external accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could get damaged. Check your battery, tires, and fluids to ensure your vehicle can be safely loaded and unloaded.

Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup – this protects you if any damage occurs. Finally, make sure you have a working key available for the carrier. For complete details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips guide.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Palmetto Bay, 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 Palmetto Bay car 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 means your vehicle is covered from pickup in Palmetto Bay through delivery at your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is protected by professional-grade insurance coverage.

For car shipping from Palmetto Bay, FL, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. However, the earlier you schedule, the better your chances of securing competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why advance booking matters:

• Better carrier availability: Popular routes from South Florida fill up quickly
• Lower costs: Last-minute bookings often cost 20-30% more
• Flexible scheduling: More time allows carriers to group your shipment with others heading the same direction

If you need immediate pickup (within 1-2 weeks), we can still accommodate rush orders, though expect higher pricing and limited carrier options. For the best experience shipping from Palmetto Bay, plan ahead whenever possible.

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 affordable option. Your car rides on an open trailer with other vehicles. It’s safe and reliable for most cars. Enclosed transport costs 40-60% more but gives extra protection inside a covered trailer.

Choose open transport if you have a regular daily driver. Choose enclosed transport if you own a luxury car, classic vehicle, or custom car that needs extra protection from weather and road debris during the trip from Palmetto Bay.

Both options are insured and safe. The main difference is cost versus extra protection. See our complete open vs enclosed transport guide for more details about which option works best for your Palmetto Bay car shipment.

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

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to your location in Palmetto Bay to collect your vehicle and transport it to your destination.

Important note: Some Palmetto Bay neighborhoods have narrow streets or low-hanging trees that large car carriers cannot navigate safely. If your street isn’t accessible, our driver will work with you to find a nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or main road. This ensures your vehicle stays safe during pickup and delivery.

Our door-to-door service saves you time and hassle – no need to drive to a terminal or arrange additional transportation. 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!