The Villages, FL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from The Villages, FL is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including items in the glove box, trunk, and center console. Carriers aren’t responsible for personal property.

Clean your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant. Make sure the battery is charged and secure.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, antennas, and other add-ons that could get damaged or fall off during transport.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to avoid issues during loading and unloading.

Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth transport from The Villages to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from The Villages, FL. Every carrier in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car leaves The Villages, we verify that your assigned carrier’s insurance is current and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy, giving you extra protection.

This insurance coverage is included in your quote at no extra cost. Your vehicle is protected from pickup in The Villages through delivery to your destination.

For car shipping from The Villages, FL, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. However, the earlier you schedule, the better your options will be.

Here’s why advance booking matters:

• Better pricing: Early bookings often get lower rates
• More carrier options: Popular routes fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date choices
• Route bundling: Carriers can group your car with others heading the same direction

Peak seasons require even more time: During busy periods like winter months (when many leave The Villages) or summer moving season, book 3-4 weeks ahead if possible.

If you need last-minute service, don’t worry – we can often accommodate rush orders, though expect higher costs and fewer scheduling options.

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 alongside other vehicles. It’s safe and reliable for most cars, but your vehicle is exposed to weather and road debris.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport, but it’s worth it for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs. Your car stays clean and protected from Florida’s sun, rain, and highway debris.

For most residents leaving The Villages, open transport works great for everyday vehicles. Choose enclosed transport if your car is worth over $50,000 or has sentimental value. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for more details.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service to and from The Villages, FL. This means we pick up your car from your home and deliver it directly to your new address.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to your location in The Villages to collect your vehicle. If your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits, don’t worry. We’ll arrange pickup at a nearby safe location like a shopping center or gas station.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. This is especially helpful for The Villages residents who want the most convenient car shipping experience possible.

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!