Southfield, MI Car Shipping

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

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

Clean your car: Wash the exterior so you can easily spot any damage during inspection. A clean car also helps with the pickup process.

Check fluids and battery: Make sure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and brake fluid. Your battery should be charged so the carrier can move your vehicle.

Document existing damage: Take photos of any scratches, dents, or other issues before pickup. This protects you if problems arise.

Have a spare key ready: Carriers need a working key to load and unload your vehicle safely.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup and delivery of your vehicle from Southfield.

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

We verify each carrier’s insurance is active and valid before your Southfield pickup. This protects your vehicle during loading, transport, and delivery.

For added security, all our carriers list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we monitor coverage throughout your shipment.

Your vehicle is protected from the moment it leaves Southfield until it reaches your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind.

For car shipping from Southfield, MI, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More flexibility: You’ll have more pickup date options
• Peak season planning: Summer months and holidays get busy fast

If you need rush shipping, we can often arrange pickup within 3-5 days, but expect higher costs. Southfield’s location near Detroit makes it easier to find carriers, but advance planning still saves you money.

Pro tip: Book as soon as you know your moving date. You can always adjust details later, but securing your spot early ensures smoother transport.

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 budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer with other vehicles, exposed to weather and road debris. This method costs less and offers faster pickup times since most carriers use open trailers.

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 option is ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

For most Southfield residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works perfectly fine. Choose enclosed transport if you’re moving a high-value car or want maximum protection. Our open vs enclosed auto transport guide has more details to help you decide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Southfield, MI. This means our carriers will pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book your car shipping service, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses in Southfield. Our carrier will come right to your location to load your vehicle and deliver it to your specified destination address.

In some cases, large car carriers may not be able to access certain streets due to low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or parking restrictions. If this happens in your Southfield neighborhood, don’t worry – we’ll arrange to meet you at a nearby location like a shopping center or gas station that’s easy for you to reach.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or depot. We bring the service directly to you in Southfield, making your car shipping experience as smooth as possible.

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!