Pine Hills, FL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Pine Hills, FL is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile items that could break during transit.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps with the inspection process and makes it easier to spot any existing damage. Take photos of your car from all angles as documentation.

Make sure your car is in running condition with enough gas (about 1/4 tank) for loading and unloading. Remove or secure any loose exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged.

Finally, have a spare key ready for the carrier driver. For complete preparation guidelines, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

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

Before we assign your Pine Hills car shipment, we verify that the 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 Pine Hills through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

For car shipping from Pine Hills, FL, we recommend booking your pickup at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and reliable carriers.

Why book early? Carriers plan their routes by grouping multiple vehicles going to similar destinations. When you book ahead, your car can be included in these efficient route bundles, often resulting in lower costs and faster service.

If you need last-minute shipping, we can still help, but expect higher prices and fewer carrier options. Rush orders typically cost 20-30% more than standard bookings.

Best practice: As soon as you know your moving date, contact Sherpa Auto Transport. Early booking protects you from seasonal price spikes and ensures your vehicle ships when you need it to.

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 uses open trailers that expose your vehicle to weather and road debris. It costs less and works well for most cars. Enclosed transport uses covered trailers that fully protect your vehicle from the elements.

Here are the key differences:

• Cost: Enclosed transport costs 40-60% more than open transport
• Protection: Enclosed offers complete protection from weather, dust, and road debris
• Best for: Open works for daily drivers, while enclosed is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or custom vehicles
• Availability: Open transport has more carriers and faster pickup times

For Pine Hills residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport is usually the smart choice. Choose enclosed if you have a high-value car, antique vehicle, or expensive custom work that needs extra protection. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for more details.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service for Pine Hills, FL residents. When you book your car shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your home or business to collect your vehicle and deliver it to your new location.

In most Pine Hills neighborhoods, door-to-door service works smoothly. However, if your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or HOA rules that prevent large trucks, don’t worry. Our experienced drivers will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot such as a shopping center, gas station, or main road. This ensures your car gets picked up and delivered safely while keeping the process as convenient as possible.

Door-to-door service saves you time and eliminates the hassle of driving to a terminal. It’s our most popular shipping option because it offers maximum convenience for busy families and professionals.

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!