Massachusetts to Florida Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Massachusetts to Florida is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos before shipping.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes (like E-ZPass), and fragile items. Carriers aren’t insured for personal property.

Check for leaks and mechanical issues: Ensure your car runs properly and has no fluid leaks. Notify your driver of any issues.

Secure or remove accessories: Take off or secure loose parts like antennas, spoilers, bike racks, and roof racks that could be damaged during transit.

Maintain fuel levels: Keep your gas tank at about 1/4 full. This reduces weight while ensuring enough fuel for loading and unloading.

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

Disable alarms: Turn off your car alarm to avoid issues during transport.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth, safe transport from Massachusetts to Florida.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Massachusetts to Florida. Every carrier in our network must carry at least $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 list Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you an extra layer of protection throughout your Massachusetts to Florida route.

Your driver will provide proof of insurance at pickup. We recommend taking photos of your vehicle before loading to document its condition. This makes the claims process simple if any issues arise during transport.

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

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better carrier availability: More carriers can bid on your shipment
• Lower prices: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options
• Peak season advantage: Winter months (Nov-Mar) are busy for Massachusetts to Florida routes

Need to ship last minute? We can often arrange pickup within 2-5 days, though this may cost more and limit your carrier options.

For the smoothest experience, contact us as soon as you know your moving dates. We’ll help you find the best pickup window for your schedule 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.

Open auto transport is the most common and affordable option for shipping your car from Massachusetts to Florida. Your vehicle rides on an open-air trailer alongside other cars, exposed to weather and road conditions. This method works great for everyday vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, road debris, and dust. This premium service typically costs 50-60% more than open transport but is worth considering for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom modifications.

For most Massachusetts to Florida shipments, open transport is the smart choice. It’s safe, reliable, and used for over 90% of all car shipments nationwide. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a high-value vehicle or want maximum protection for your car during the journey. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service from Massachusetts to Florida. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose in Massachusetts and deliver it directly to your specified location in Florida.

When you book your shipment, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will do their best to access both locations. However, if your street has low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or weight restrictions that prevent our large transport trucks from safely accessing your address, we’ll work with you to choose a nearby alternative—such as a shopping center parking lot, gas station, or main intersection.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. Most residential areas in both Massachusetts and Florida are easily accessible for our carriers, making true door-to-door delivery possible in the majority of cases.

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!