Clifton, NJ Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Clifton, NJ is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car – this includes electronics, documents, and any loose objects. Take out toll passes like E-ZPass since they could be damaged during transit.

Next, remove or secure any exterior accessories such as bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that might come loose. Make sure you have a working key ready for the carrier – they’ll need it to load and unload your vehicle.

Finally, clean your car and take photos of any existing damage for your records. Keep your gas tank between 1/4 and 1/2 full – this gives the carrier enough fuel to move your vehicle while keeping weight down.

For a complete checklist and more detailed tips, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car ships safely from Clifton, NJ to its destination.

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

Before we assign your Clifton vehicle shipment, we check that the 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 Clifton through delivery at your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your vehicle has comprehensive insurance coverage throughout the entire transport process.

We recommend booking your car shipping service from Clifton, NJ at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, scheduling even earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can group your car with other vehicles heading to the same area
• More flexibility: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Less stress: Avoid last-minute rush fees and limited availability

If you’re shipping during peak seasons (summer months or winter snowbird migration), book 3-4 weeks ahead. Clifton’s location near New York City means high demand during these busy times.

Need to ship right away? We can often accommodate rush orders, but expect higher costs and fewer carrier options.

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 cost-effective option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs significantly 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. This option is ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

For most Clifton, NJ residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works perfectly fine. Choose enclosed transport if you have a high-value car that needs extra protection during shipping. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Clifton, NJ. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in Clifton. Our carrier will come right to your location – whether that’s your driveway, apartment complex, or workplace.

In some cases, large car carriers may not be able to access certain streets in Clifton due to low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or parking restrictions. If this happens, don’t worry! Our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station that’s easy for both of you to reach.

This door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. We handle the logistics so you can focus on your move.

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!