Wellesley, MA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Wellesley, MA is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Clear out all belongings from your car. Personal items aren’t covered by carrier insurance and can shift during transit.

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

Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup. Note any scratches, dents, or other damage.

Check for leaks and mechanical issues: Make sure your car is in good running condition. Fix any fluid leaks and ensure the battery is charged.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, antennas, spoilers, and toll passes. Secure or remove anything that could come loose during transport.

Maintain proper fuel level: Keep your gas tank at about a quarter full. This reduces weight while ensuring the driver can load and unload your vehicle.

Disable alarms: Turn off your car alarm to prevent it from going off during transit.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the carrier.

For a complete checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Wellesley, MA. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before pickup. If damage occurs during transport, the carrier’s insurance covers repairs. We’re here to help you through the claims process if needed.

We recommend booking your car shipment from Wellesley, MA at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, scheduling earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently and often offer lower rates
• More carrier options: You’ll have access to more qualified drivers in the Wellesley area
• Flexible scheduling: You can choose pickup dates that work best for you
• Route optimization: Carriers can combine your shipment with others heading the same direction

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping options with pickup in as little as 24-48 hours. Keep in mind that rush orders typically cost more.

For the smoothest experience, contact us as soon as you know your moving dates. We’ll work with you to find the best solution for your timeline and budget.

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.

The main difference comes down to protection and price. Open auto transport uses an open-air trailer (the kind you see on highways), while enclosed transport ships your car inside a fully covered trailer.

Open transport is the most popular and affordable option—it costs about 50% less than enclosed. Your vehicle is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s perfectly safe for most everyday cars. This is what most Wellesley residents use for standard vehicles.

Enclosed transport provides maximum protection from weather, dust, and debris. It’s ideal if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications. The extra cost is worth it for high-value vehicles that need extra care.

For more details, check out our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for all Wellesley, MA shipments. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home or business and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our carrier will come right to your door in Wellesley, whether that’s your residence, workplace, or another address you specify.

Important note: Some Wellesley streets have restrictions that may prevent large car carriers from accessing certain areas. These include narrow roads, low-hanging trees, tight turns, or residential parking regulations. If your specific address isn’t accessible, don’t worry—our driver will work with you to find a convenient nearby location, such as a shopping center parking lot, gas station, or main street.

This service is included in your quote at no extra charge. It’s the most convenient option and eliminates the need for you to drive to a terminal or drop-off point.

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!