Florida to Tennessee Car Shipping

Getting your car ready for shipping from Florida to Tennessee is simple. Follow these key steps to ensure a smooth trip:

• Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so any pre-existing scratches, dents, or damage are easy to spot and document before pickup.
• Document the condition: Take clear photos of all sides of your car. This protects you in the rare event of a damage claim.
• Remove personal items: Clear out any belongings from the interior. Auto transport insurance does not cover personal items left inside.
• Remove accessories: Take off any exterior add-ons like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged in transit.
• Remove your toll pass: Florida’s SunPass and other electronic toll devices should be removed or disabled to avoid unwanted charges along the route.
• Check your fluids and tire pressure: Make sure there are no leaks and that your tires are properly inflated.
• Leave a quarter tank of gas: Enough fuel is needed to load and unload your vehicle, but a full tank adds unnecessary weight.
• Have a key ready: Provide your carrier with a working key at the time of pickup.
• Disable your car alarm: This prevents unnecessary disruptions during transport.

For a full checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Our team is also happy to walk you through the process — just give us a call!

Yes, your vehicle is insured during transport from Florida to Tennessee. Every carrier in the Sherpa network is required to carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car ever gets on a truck, we verify that the carrier’s insurance policy is active and in good standing. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy — giving you an extra layer of protection throughout your shipment.

Our quotes are all-inclusive, so there are no surprise fees or hidden costs. If you have questions about coverage, our team is happy to help. Contact us anytime before booking your Florida to Tennessee car shipment.

The sooner, the better. We recommend scheduling your pickup at least two weeks in advance, though booking even earlier gives you the best chance of securing your preferred dates.

Here’s why early booking matters for Florida to Tennessee shipments:

• Carrier availability: Carriers plan their routes ahead of time. Early bookings get priority placement on their schedules.
• Better pricing: Last-minute shipments can cost more. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive rates.
• Route bundling: Carriers often bundle multiple vehicles traveling the same route. The earlier you post your shipment, the more likely your car gets grouped with others heading to Tennessee, which keeps costs down.

Peak seasons — like summer and snowbird season in Florida — fill up fast. If your move falls between May and August, we strongly suggest booking three to four weeks out.

Ready to get started? Get a free quote from Sherpa Auto Transport today and lock in your pickup date before spots fill up.

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.

When shipping your car from Florida to Tennessee, you have two options: open transport and enclosed transport.

Open transport is the most popular and affordable choice. Your vehicle rides on an open-air trailer — the same kind used to deliver cars to dealerships. It’s safe, reliable, and gets the job done for most standard vehicles.

Enclosed transport puts your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from road debris, weather, and the elements. The tradeoff? It typically costs 40–60% more than open transport. It’s best suited for:

• Luxury or exotic cars
• Classic or vintage vehicles
• Cars with custom paint jobs or body modifications
• Any vehicle where even minor cosmetic damage is unacceptable

For most people shipping a standard vehicle from Florida to Tennessee, open transport is the smart, cost-effective choice. If you’re moving a high-value or irreplaceable vehicle, the added peace of mind from enclosed transport is well worth the extra cost.

Not sure which is right for you? Check out our in-depth open vs. enclosed auto transport guide to help you decide.

Yes! Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments from Florida to Tennessee. This is the most convenient way to ship your car — no need to drop it off at a terminal or travel out of your way.

Here’s how it works: when you book your shipment, you simply provide your preferred pickup address in Florida and your delivery address in Tennessee. Your assigned carrier will come directly to those locations to pick up and drop off your vehicle.

Keep in mind that large car carriers cannot always access narrow streets, low-clearance areas, or certain residential neighborhoods. If that’s the case, your driver will contact you to arrange a nearby alternative — like a parking lot or gas station — that is safe and easy for both of you. The pickup and delivery points are always kept as close to your door as possible.

Door-to-door service is included as a standard option with Sherpa, so you can enjoy a stress-free, convenient car shipping experience from start to finish.

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!