Carmel, IN Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Carmel, IN is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car – this includes electronics, documents, and loose change. Take out any toll passes like E-ZPass to avoid charges during transit.

Next, remove exterior accessories such as bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could get damaged. Make sure your car has less than a quarter tank of gas to meet safety requirements. Clean your vehicle and document any existing damage with photos.

Finally, ensure you have a working key available for the carrier and that your car battery is charged. For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips guide. Following these steps will help ensure smooth pickup from Carmel and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Carmel, IN with Sherpa Auto Transport.

Every carrier we work with must have:

• $1,000,000 in liability insurance
• $100,000 in cargo insurance

Before your car leaves Carmel, we check that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection during transport.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Carmel until delivery at your destination. If you have questions about coverage, our team is happy to explain the details before you ship.

For car shipping from Carmel, IN, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and group your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

Why book early? Carmel’s location near Indianapolis makes it a popular pickup point, but carriers need time to coordinate multiple vehicles. Early booking also helps you:

• Get better pricing through consolidated shipping
• Have more flexible pickup date options
• Avoid last-minute rush fees

During busy seasons (summer and early fall), consider booking 3-4 weeks ahead. If you need faster service, expedited shipping is available but costs more.

Pro tip: Book as soon as you know your moving date. You can always adjust your pickup window later if needed.

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 trailers that expose your car to weather and road debris. It’s the most common and affordable option, costing about 50% less than enclosed transport. Your car travels on the same multi-level carriers you see on highways every day.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road debris. This premium service costs more but offers maximum protection for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Carmel residents shipping everyday vehicles, open transport works perfectly fine. Choose enclosed transport if you’re moving a high-value car that needs extra protection. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

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

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to your location in Carmel and handle everything. You don’t need to drive to a terminal or depot.

However, some Carmel neighborhoods have narrow streets or low-hanging trees that large car carriers cannot navigate safely. If this happens, our driver will work with you to find a nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. This is rare, but we always prioritize safety first.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. It’s included in our standard shipping rates with no extra fees for Carmel customers.

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!