Preparing your vehicle for transport from Florida to North Carolina is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose objects that could shift during transit.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process smoother. Take photos of your car from all angles as documentation.

Make sure your car has less than a quarter tank of gas to reduce weight and meet safety requirements. Remove or secure any exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could be damaged or fall off.

Have a spare key ready for the driver, as they’ll need to move your vehicle on and off the carrier. Finally, disable your car alarm to prevent it from going off during transport.

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips guide. Following these steps ensures your car arrives safely in North Carolina.

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

Before your Florida to North Carolina shipment begins, 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 pickup in Florida all the way to delivery in North Carolina. You can ship with confidence knowing your vehicle is protected throughout the entire journey.

For car shipping from Florida to North Carolina, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, scheduling earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can group your car with other vehicles heading to North Carolina
• More pickup dates: You’ll have flexible scheduling options
• Less stress: Avoid last-minute rush fees and limited availability

If you’re moving during busy seasons (summer months or winter snowbird season), consider booking 3-4 weeks ahead. Florida is a popular shipping route, so carriers run regularly to North Carolina year-round.

Need faster service? We offer expedited shipping options, though these cost more than standard transport.

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 where your car is exposed to weather and road debris. This is the most common and affordable option, costing about 50% less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road debris during the Florida to North Carolina journey.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Most cars ship safely this way.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic car, or have custom paint work that needs extra protection.

For the 500-mile trip from Florida to North Carolina, both options are reliable. The choice comes down to your budget and how much protection your vehicle needs. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service from Florida to North Carolina. This means we pick up your car from your home, office, or any address you choose in Florida and deliver it directly to your specified location in North Carolina.

Our door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or drop-off point. Simply be available at pickup and delivery times, and we handle the rest.

Important note: In some cases, large car carriers cannot access narrow streets, low bridges, or restricted areas. If this happens, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby location like a shopping center or gas station. This ensures your vehicle stays protected while making pickup and delivery possible.

Most Florida to North Carolina shipments can be completed with true door-to-door service. When you book, we’ll confirm if your addresses are accessible and discuss any alternatives if needed.

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!