Lawrence, KS Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Lawrence, KS is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, electronics, and fragile items. These can shift during transport and cause damage.

Next, clean your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection. Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup.

Check fluid levels and tire pressure. Your car should have no more than a quarter tank of gas. Remove or secure any loose exterior items like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas.

Finally, have a spare key ready for the driver. Make sure your car can start and drive normally. For complete details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips guide.

Following these steps ensures your vehicle arrives safely at its destination from Lawrence, KS.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Lawrence, KS. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your Lawrence car shipment begins, 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 means your vehicle is covered from pickup in Lawrence until delivery at your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is protected throughout the entire transport process.

For car shipping from Lawrence, KS, we recommend booking your pickup service 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 availability: Popular dates fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup window options to choose from

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping options. However, rush orders typically cost 25-50% more than standard bookings.

Pro tip: Book even earlier during busy periods like summer months, holidays, or college move-in seasons when demand from Lawrence and surrounding areas is highest.

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 carries your car on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s the most common and affordable option, costing about 50% less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. This premium service costs more but shields your car from weather, dust, and road debris.

For most Lawrence, KS residents shipping everyday vehicles, open transport works great. Choose enclosed transport if you have a classic car, luxury vehicle, or custom paint job that needs extra protection. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for complete details on which option fits your needs and budget.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door service for Lawrence, KS 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 these exact locations whenever possible. However, some Lawrence neighborhoods have narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or parking restrictions that make it unsafe for large car carriers.

If your street isn’t accessible, don’t worry. We’ll arrange pickup and delivery at a nearby safe location like:

• A shopping center parking lot
• A gas station
• A wide residential street nearby

Most Lawrence customers enjoy true door-to-door service. When street access is limited, we typically find a convenient spot within a few blocks of your location. Our team will coordinate with you to find the best meeting point that works for your schedule.

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!