Waltham, MA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Waltham, MA is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes like E-ZPass, GPS devices, and any fragile items. Remove exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could get damaged during transit.

Make sure your car has no more than a quarter tank of gas – this keeps the weight down and meets safety rules. Clean your vehicle inside and out so you can easily spot any damage during inspection. Disable your car alarm and make sure you have a working key to give the driver.

Check that your battery is charged and your tires are properly inflated. Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup. For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Following these steps will help ensure smooth pickup and delivery for your Waltham car shipping experience.

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

Before we assign your Waltham vehicle 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 means your car is covered from pickup in Waltham through delivery at your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your vehicle has comprehensive insurance coverage throughout the entire transport process.

For car shipping from Waltham, MA, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible scheduling options.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can group your vehicle with other shipments heading to similar destinations
• More availability: Popular routes from the Boston area fill up quickly
• Flexible dates: You’ll have more pickup window options to choose from

If you need last-minute service, don’t worry – we can often arrange pickup within 3-7 days. However, rush shipments typically cost 20-30% more than standard bookings.

For the smoothest experience, contact us as soon as you know your moving dates. This helps us find the most efficient route and keeps your costs down.

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, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs less.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• A luxury or classic car
• A vehicle worth over $50,000
• Custom paint or modifications
• A car you want in pristine condition

Most Waltham residents choose open transport for everyday vehicles. It’s reliable and much more affordable. See our complete open vs enclosed guide to help you decide what’s best for your car shipping needs.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for Waltham, MA residents. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our carrier will come to you in Waltham, eliminating the need to drive to a terminal or depot. This service is especially convenient given Waltham’s busy streets and limited parking in some areas.

In rare cases where narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or local restrictions prevent large car carriers from reaching your exact address, we’ll work with you to find a safe nearby location like a shopping center or gas station. Our team knows the Waltham area well and will 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!