Alpharetta, GA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Alpharetta, GA is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and fragile items. Carriers typically don’t insure personal property left in the vehicle.

Clean your car: Wash the exterior so you can document its condition with photos before shipping.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your vehicle is in good running condition with adequate fluid levels and a charged battery.

Remove accessories: Take off or secure any loose parts like antennas, spoilers, or bike racks that could be damaged during transit.

Disable alarms: Turn off your car alarm to avoid issues during transport.

Keep fuel low: Maintain about a quarter tank of gas. This reduces weight while ensuring the carrier can load and unload your vehicle.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Alpharetta, GA. All our carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is valid and current. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before pickup. We recommend reviewing your personal auto insurance policy as well, as it may provide additional coverage during transport.

Our all-inclusive quotes include this insurance coverage at no extra cost to you.

We recommend scheduling your car shipment from Alpharetta, GA at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently and offer competitive rates
• More carrier options: You’ll have access to more available drivers in the Alpharetta area
• Flexible scheduling: You can choose pickup dates that work best for your timeline
• Route optimization: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with other shipments heading the same direction

That said, we understand plans change. If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup within 2-5 days, though this may limit your options and affect pricing.

Bottom line: Book as early as possible, but don’t worry if you’re on a tight timeline—we’re here to help either way.

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 multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s the most affordable option. About 90% of vehicles shipped to and from Alpharetta use open transport.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and debris. This costs 40-60% more than open transport but provides maximum protection.

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

Choose enclosed transport if: You’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications. The extra cost is worth the added protection.

Both options are fully insured. For more details, check out our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Alpharetta, GA. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or business and deliver it directly to your destination address.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our carrier will come to you in Alpharetta, eliminating the need to drive to a terminal.

In most cases, the carrier can access residential streets and driveways throughout Alpharetta. However, some neighborhoods have narrow roads, low-hanging trees, or tight turns that make it difficult for large car carriers to navigate safely. If this applies to your location, don’t worry—our driver will work with you to find a convenient nearby spot, such as a shopping center parking lot or gas station.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. It’s our most popular option and is included in your quote at no extra charge.

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!