Elkridge, MD Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Elkridge, MD is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including toll passes, GPS devices, and fragile items. Carriers are not responsible for personal property left in vehicles.

Clean your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This makes it easier to spot any damage during inspection.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant. Make sure the battery is charged and secure.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or other add-ons that could get damaged or fall off during transport.

Have keys ready: Provide one set of working keys to the driver. Keep a spare for yourself.

Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.

For a complete checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car arrives safely at its destination.

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

Before your Elkridge pickup, 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. This gives you extra protection during transport.

Your vehicle is covered from the moment it’s loaded in Elkridge until it’s delivered to your destination. We handle all the insurance verification so you don’t have to worry about it.

We recommend scheduling your car shipping pickup from Elkridge, MD at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives our carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and bundle your vehicle with other shipments in the Baltimore area.

Why book early? Elkridge’s location near major highways like I-95 and I-695 makes it a popular pickup spot. Early booking helps you:

• Secure better rates through route optimization
• Get priority scheduling during busy seasons
• Avoid last-minute rush fees

For peak moving times (summer months and holidays), consider booking 4-6 weeks ahead. Need faster service? We offer expedited options, but early planning always saves you money and stress.

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 is the most common and cost-effective option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. This method is safe for most vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from weather, dust, and road debris. This is ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

For most Elkridge residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works perfectly. Choose enclosed transport if you have a high-value car or want maximum protection. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Elkridge, MD. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address whenever possible.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to your location in Elkridge to collect your vehicle and transport it to your destination. This saves you time and hassle compared to dropping off at a terminal.

In some cases, large trucks cannot access certain streets due to low bridges, narrow roads, or parking restrictions. If this happens in your Elkridge neighborhood, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. We’ll always communicate with you ahead of time 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!