Preparing your vehicle for transport from Florida to Indiana 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 console. Carriers are not responsible for personal property.

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

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), working brakes, and a charged battery. The driver needs to move your car on and off the trailer.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, spoilers, or anything that might fall off. Retract antennas and fold in mirrors.

Document existing damage: Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup. This protects you if any issues arise.

Provide working keys: Make sure you have a spare key to give the driver. Remote fobs should work too.

For complete details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth transport from Florida to Indiana.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Florida to Indiana. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car leaves Florida, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid for your entire trip to Indiana. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This insurance covers your vehicle from pickup in Florida until delivery at your Indiana destination. You can request a copy of the insurance certificate for your records at any time during the shipping process.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Florida at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently when they have advance notice
• More carrier options: Popular routes like Florida to Indiana fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup window options to choose from

If you need faster service, we can often accommodate rush shipments with 3-7 days notice, though this typically costs more. During peak seasons (winter months when people leave Florida), book even earlier if possible.

Pro tip: The moment you know your moving date, contact us. Early birds get the best deals and smoothest experience!

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-air trailers that carry 8-10 cars at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s safe and costs less. This is how 90% of cars get shipped, including new cars from dealerships.

Enclosed transport puts your car inside a covered trailer with only 2-6 cars. Your car stays protected from weather, dust, and debris. It costs 40-60% more than open transport.

Choose open transport if: You want to save money and have a regular daily driver car.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic car, exotic car, or any vehicle worth over $50,000.

For most Florida to Indiana moves, open transport works great and saves you hundreds of dollars. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for more details.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments from Florida to Indiana. This means we’ll pick up your car right from your home, office, or preferred address and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup location in Florida and delivery address in Indiana. Our carrier will come to you – no need to drive to a terminal or depot.

What if door-to-door isn’t possible?

Sometimes large trucks can’t access certain areas due to:

• Narrow streets or low bridges
• Residential restrictions
• Safety concerns

If this happens, don’t worry. Our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. This is still much more convenient than terminal-to-terminal shipping.

Most Florida to Indiana shipments can be completed with true door-to-door service. We’ll let you know right away if any adjustments are needed for your specific addresses.

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!