Winter Haven, FL Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for shipping from Winter Haven, 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 transport.

Next, clean your vehicle inside and out. This helps you and the carrier spot any existing damage during inspection. Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup.

Check fluid levels and tire pressure, but keep your gas tank only 1/4 full to reduce weight. Remove or secure any loose exterior items like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged.

Finally, have a spare key ready for the driver and disable your car alarm. For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Following these steps ensures your car ships safely from Winter Haven to its destination.

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

Before we assign your Winter Haven car shipment, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is current and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This means your vehicle is covered from pickup in Winter Haven through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards, giving you peace of mind during transport.

For car shipping from Winter Haven, FL, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. However, the earlier you book, the better your chances of securing competitive rates and flexible scheduling options.

Here’s why advance booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle multiple vehicles
• More availability: Peak seasons and holidays fill up quickly
• Flexible dates: Earlier booking gives you more pickup window options

If you need last-minute service, don’t worry – we can often accommodate rush orders within 3-7 days, though rates may be higher. Winter Haven’s location along major Florida shipping routes helps with faster scheduling compared to more remote areas.

Pro tip: Book as soon as you know your moving date, even if it’s months away. You can always adjust details later, and early booking locks in better rates.

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

For Winter Haven residents, open transport works great for everyday vehicles. If you own a high-value car or want maximum protection, enclosed transport is worth the extra cost. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door service for Winter Haven, FL residents. This means we pick up your car from your home, office, or any address you choose in Winter Haven and deliver it directly to your destination.

Our door-to-door service works great in most Winter Haven neighborhoods. However, if your street has low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits that prevent our large carriers from accessing your location safely, we’ll work with you to find a convenient nearby spot like a shopping center or gas station.

When you book with us, simply provide your Winter Haven pickup address and your delivery location. Our team will coordinate with the assigned carrier to ensure smooth pickup and delivery at both ends of your shipment.

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!