Jersey City, NJ Car Shipping

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

Clean and inspect your car: Wash your vehicle and take photos of any existing damage. This helps with insurance claims if needed.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes (like E-ZPass), and fragile items. Most carriers don’t cover personal property.

Check fluids and battery: Make sure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and that the battery works. Your car needs to start and move for loading.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or loose parts that could fall off during transport.

Have keys ready: You’ll need to give the driver a working key when they pick up your car.

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup from Jersey City and safe delivery to your destination.

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

Before your Jersey City car shipment begins, we verify that your 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 comprehensive coverage protects your vehicle throughout the entire transport process – from pickup in Jersey City to final delivery. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is protected by professional-grade insurance coverage.

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

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Popular routes from Jersey City fill up quickly
• Less stress: You avoid last-minute rush fees and limited options

If you need shipping within a week, don’t worry – we can often accommodate rush orders. However, expect to pay higher rates for expedited service. The key is flexibility with your dates when booking late.

Ready to ship? Get your free quote today and lock in your preferred timeline.

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 budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer alongside other vehicles. It’s safe and reliable, but your car is exposed to weather and road debris during the journey from Jersey City.

Enclosed transport costs 40-60% more but provides complete protection. Your vehicle travels inside a covered trailer, shielding it from rain, snow, and road dust. This is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom work.

Most Jersey City residents choose open transport for everyday vehicles. Consider enclosed transport if your car is worth over $50,000 or has special value to you. Both options include insurance coverage and professional handling. Learn more in our complete open vs enclosed transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Jersey City, 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 pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come right to your location in Jersey City – whether that’s your driveway, apartment complex, or workplace.

Keep in mind that Jersey City’s busy streets and parking restrictions may sometimes require slight adjustments. If our large transport truck can’t safely access your exact address, we’ll work with you to find a convenient nearby spot like a shopping center or gas station. This ensures both safety and efficiency while keeping your pickup as close to your door as possible.

Our door-to-door service saves you time and hassle – no need to drive to a terminal or meet us across town. We bring the convenience right to you in Jersey City.

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!