Getting your car ready for shipping from Florida to Tennessee is easy when you follow these key steps:

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 vehicle: Wash your car 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), oil, and brake fluid. Make sure your battery is secure and fully charged.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, spoilers, or anything that might fall off. Secure or remove toll tags, GPS devices, and phone chargers.

Document everything: Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup. Note any existing scratches or dents.

Have keys ready: Provide one set of working keys to the driver. Keep a spare set for yourself.

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

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

Before your car ships, 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 comprehensive coverage protects your vehicle throughout the entire journey from Florida to Tennessee. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is covered from pickup to delivery.

For car shipping from Florida to Tennessee, we recommend scheduling your pickup 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 flexibility: You’ll have multiple pickup date options
• Less stress: Avoid last-minute rush fees and limited availability

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with 1-7 days notice, though this typically costs more. Peak seasons like summer and winter holidays fill up quickly, so book even earlier during these times.

Pro tip: Have your pickup and delivery addresses ready when you call. This helps us provide accurate quotes and faster scheduling.

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 the most affordable option used for 90% of all car shipments from Florida to Tennessee.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, typically carrying 2-6 cars. It 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 most Florida to Tennessee moves, open transport works great. The route has good weather year-round and well-maintained highways. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for more details.

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

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide us with your preferred pickup address in Florida and delivery address in Tennessee. Our assigned carrier will coordinate with you to schedule both pickup and delivery at these exact locations.

In some cases, large transport trucks may not be able to access certain residential streets due to low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or parking restrictions. 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 that’s easy for you to reach.

Door-to-door service is included in most of our Florida to Tennessee auto transport quotes at no extra charge, making your move as smooth and convenient as 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!