Preparing your car for shipping from Florida to Ohio is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Clean and inspect your vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. Take photos of any existing damage for your records.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items. Carriers aren’t responsible for personal property.

Check fluids and battery: Make sure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and brake fluid. Your battery should be charged and secure.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or anything that could fall off during transport.

Have keys ready: Provide one set of working keys to the driver. Make sure all keys work properly.

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

For complete details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps helps ensure your car arrives safely in Ohio.

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

Before your car ships, we verify that your 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 and peace of mind.

This comprehensive coverage is included in your quote at no extra cost. Your vehicle is protected from pickup in Florida all the way to delivery in Ohio.

We recommend scheduling your car shipping service from Florida to Ohio 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 pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Popular routes like Florida to Ohio fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup window options

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with as little as 1-2 days notice, though this typically costs more. For the most affordable and stress-free experience, book your Florida to Ohio car transport as early as possible.

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 uses open-air trailers that carry 8-10 cars at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s the most affordable option used for 90% of all car shipments from Florida to Ohio.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, typically carrying 2-6 cars. This costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from weather, dust, and road debris.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want to save money. It’s safe and reliable for most vehicles.

Choose enclosed transport if: You’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, or car with custom paint. The extra protection is worth the higher cost for valuable vehicles.

For your Florida to Ohio move, open transport works great for most cars. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for more details.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service from Florida to Ohio. This means we pick up your car from your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide your pickup location in Florida and delivery address in Ohio. Our carrier will come right to your door at both ends of the journey.

Sometimes trucks can’t access certain areas due to low bridges, narrow streets, or HOA rules. If this happens, don’t worry – we’ll find a safe, nearby spot like a shopping center or gas station that works for both you and our driver.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or meet us at a random location. We handle the logistics so your Florida to Ohio move goes smoothly.

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!