St. Cloud, FL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from St. Cloud, FL is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile items. These can get damaged or lost during transit.

Make sure your car is clean so the carrier can easily spot any existing damage during inspection. Check that your gas tank is no more than 1/4 full – this keeps the car lighter and safer for transport.

Remove or secure any loose exterior items like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could break off. Have a working key ready for the driver, and make sure your car battery is charged and in good condition.

Finally, take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup. This helps document its condition before transport. For a complete checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page for detailed preparation guidelines.

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

Before your St. Cloud pickup, 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 car is covered from the moment it’s loaded in St. Cloud until it’s delivered to your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

Important: While comprehensive coverage is included, we recommend removing personal items from your vehicle before pickup in St. Cloud, as these items are not covered under transport insurance.

For car shipping from St. Cloud, FL, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better carrier availability – More drivers can fit your route into their schedule
• Lower costs – Carriers can bundle your car with other shipments heading the same direction
• Flexible scheduling – You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup within 3-7 days, but expect to pay premium rates for expedited shipping. During peak seasons (summer and winter months), book even earlier to avoid delays.

Pro tip: Contact us as soon as you know your moving date. We’ll help you find the best carrier match for your St. Cloud pickup and delivery 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 is the most common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. This works great for everyday vehicles and costs significantly less.

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

For most St. Cloud, FL residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value. Choose enclosed transport if you’re moving a high-value car that needs extra protection. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from St. Cloud, FL. This means our carriers will pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book your St. Cloud car shipping service, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our assigned carrier will do their best to access both locations. However, if your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits that prevent our large transport trucks from safely reaching your door, we’ll work with you to find a convenient nearby location such as a shopping center, gas station, or parking lot.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle compared to terminal-to-terminal shipping. You won’t need to drive to a shipping yard or arrange additional transportation. This convenience makes it our most popular service option for St. Cloud residents.

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!