Idaho Falls, ID Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for shipping from Idaho Falls, ID is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile items that could get damaged during transport.

Key preparation steps:

• Clean your vehicle inside and out to help spot any existing damage
• Remove or secure loose exterior items like antennas, spoilers, or bike racks
• Keep your gas tank between 1/4 and 1/2 full
• Disable your car alarm system
• Have a working key ready for the carrier
• Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup

For complete preparation guidelines, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car arrives safely at its destination from Idaho Falls.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Idaho Falls, ID. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before we assign your Idaho Falls car shipment, 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 insurance covers your vehicle during loading, transport, and unloading. You’ll receive carrier insurance details before your pickup date, giving you peace of mind for your Idaho Falls auto transport.

We recommend scheduling your car shipping pickup from Idaho Falls, ID at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and reliable service.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently when they have advance notice
• More carrier options: Popular routes fill up quickly, especially during peak moving seasons
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

Keep in mind that Idaho Falls is a smaller market compared to major cities. This means carriers may need extra time to coordinate shipments and build full loads. During busy seasons (summer and early fall), consider booking 3-4 weeks ahead to avoid delays.

Need to ship on short notice? We can often accommodate rush orders, but expect higher costs and limited carrier availability.

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 is the most common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer alongside other vehicles. It’s safe and reliable for most cars, but your vehicle is exposed to weather and road debris during transport.

Enclosed transport costs 40-60% more but provides complete protection. Your car travels inside a covered trailer, shielded from weather, dust, and debris. This option is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Idaho Falls residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works great and saves money. Choose enclosed transport if you have a high-value car or want maximum protection. Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door service for Idaho Falls residents. This means we pick up your car from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup address in Idaho Falls and your delivery location. Our carrier will come to you – no need to drive to a terminal or depot. This saves you time and makes shipping your vehicle much easier.

In some cases, large trucks cannot access certain streets due to low bridges, narrow roads, or local restrictions. If this happens in your Idaho Falls neighborhood, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. We always communicate with you beforehand to ensure a smooth pickup and delivery process.

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!