Lansing, MI Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Lansing, MI is simple when you follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all personal belongings, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport.

Clean your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the pre-transport inspection.

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

Remove accessories: Take off any aftermarket items like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged or cause damage during transit.

Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup. This protects you if any issues arise.

Have keys ready: Provide the carrier with all necessary keys and garage door openers if needed.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup process from your Lansing location.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Lansing, MI with Sherpa Auto Transport. We require all our carriers to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage that protects your car throughout the entire transport process.

Here’s what covers your vehicle:

• $1,000,000 minimum liability insurance – Protects against damage during loading, transport, and delivery
• $100,000 minimum cargo insurance – Covers your vehicle’s value while in the carrier’s care
• Verified active policies – We confirm each carrier’s insurance is current before your Lansing pickup

For added protection, all our contracted carriers list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we can directly verify coverage and assist with any claims if needed.

Before your vehicle leaves Lansing, you’ll receive your carrier’s insurance information for your records. This gives you peace of mind knowing your car is protected from pickup to delivery.

For car shipping from Lansing, MI, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives our carrier network enough time to find the best route and pricing for your vehicle.

Why book early? Lansing is well-connected to major highways like I-96 and I-69, making it easier for carriers to include your car with other shipments heading in the same direction. The more time we have, the better deals we can secure for you.

However, we understand that sometimes you need faster service. We also offer expedited shipping options with as little as 1-7 days notice, though this typically costs more.

Peak season tip: During busy moving months (May through September), book even earlier – ideally 3-4 weeks ahead – to ensure availability and better rates.

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 uses uncovered trailers and costs less. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s safe and reliable. Most vehicles ship this way.

Enclosed auto transport uses covered trailers that protect your car from weather, dust, and debris. It costs 40-60% more than open transport.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• Classic or luxury cars
• Custom paint jobs
• High-value vehicles
• Cars that sit low to the ground

For most standard vehicles leaving Lansing, open transport works great and saves money. For special cars that need extra protection, enclosed transport is worth the cost. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door car shipping service to and from Lansing, MI. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose in the Lansing area and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book your shipment, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come right to your location in Lansing – whether that’s downtown, in East Lansing, or the surrounding suburbs.

In rare cases where large trucks cannot safely access your specific address due to low bridges, narrow streets, or parking restrictions, our driver will contact you to arrange pickup at a nearby location like a shopping center or gas station. This ensures your vehicle stays safe during transport.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle compared to terminal shipping, where you’d need to drop off and pick up your car at a shipping facility.

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!