Riverview, FL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Riverview, FL is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile objects. These items aren’t covered by insurance during transit.

Next, remove or secure any exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could get damaged. Make sure you have a working key to give the driver – they’ll need it to load and unload your vehicle.

Clean your car and take photos of any existing damage for your records. Check that your gas tank is between 1/4 and 1/2 full – this gives the driver enough fuel to move your car without adding extra weight.

For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car ships safely from Riverview to its destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Riverview, FL. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before we assign your Riverview 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 Riverview through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

Need proof of coverage? We can provide insurance certificates upon request for your records.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Riverview, FL at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you better options and pricing.

Here’s why advance booking helps:

• Better carrier availability – More drivers can fit your shipment into their routes
• Lower costs – Carriers can bundle multiple vehicles from the Tampa Bay area
• Flexible timing – You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

If you need rush shipping, we can often arrange pickup within 2-3 days, but expect higher rates. For the best experience and value, book as soon as you know your moving dates.

Riverview’s location near major highways like I-75 and I-4 makes it easier for carriers to access, which can help with shorter notice bookings compared to more remote areas.

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. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris. This option is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Riverview residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works perfectly. Choose enclosed transport if you’re moving a high-value car or want maximum protection. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service to and from Riverview, FL. 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 in Riverview. Our carrier will come to your location to load your vehicle and deliver it right to your door at the destination.

However, some Riverview neighborhoods have narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or HOA restrictions that large car carriers cannot navigate safely. If this happens, don’t worry – our driver will work with you to find a convenient nearby location like a shopping center or gas station that’s easy for you to reach.

Most of our Riverview customers enjoy true door-to-door service without any issues. We’ll let you know during booking if there might be any access challenges in your specific area.

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!