Short Hills, NJ Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Short Hills, NJ is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes (like E-ZPass), and fragile items. Carriers are not insured for personal property left inside.

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

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has adequate fluids and a charged battery. Fix any leaks before transport.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to prevent issues during transit.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, and other exterior add-ons that could get damaged.

Provide a key: Have a spare key ready for the driver.

Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Our team will guide you through the process when you schedule your Short Hills pickup.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Short Hills, NJ. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your vehicle leaves Short Hills, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you an extra layer of protection.

Your insurance coverage remains active throughout the entire transport. If you have questions about coverage, our team is happy to provide a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before pickup.

We recommend scheduling your car shipment from Short Hills, NJ at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you more flexibility and often better rates.

Here’s why advance notice helps:

• Better carrier availability: More time allows carriers to plan efficient routes through the Short Hills area
• Lower costs: Last-minute bookings typically cost 30-50% more than advance reservations
• Flexible pickup windows: You’ll have more options to choose dates that work with your schedule
• Route optimization: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with others heading the same direction, which reduces your cost

If you need expedited service, we can often arrange pickup within 2-5 days, though premium pricing applies. For the best experience, contact us as soon as you know your moving dates.

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 an open-air trailer that carries multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road elements during transit. This is the most popular and affordable option, used for about 90% of all vehicle shipments.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, debris, and road dust. This premium service costs 50-60% more than open transport.

For most Short Hills residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works perfectly fine. Choose enclosed transport if you own a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications. The extra protection is worth the cost for high-value vehicles.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service throughout Short Hills, NJ and across the country. This is our most popular shipping option because it’s simple and convenient.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, we’ll ask for your pickup and delivery addresses in Short Hills. Our carrier will come directly to your home or business to load your vehicle and deliver it right to your destination address.

Important note for Short Hills residents: Some streets in Short Hills have narrow roads, low-hanging trees, or tight turns that make it difficult for large car carriers to navigate safely. If your location isn’t accessible for a full-size carrier, our driver will contact you to arrange a nearby meeting spot, such as a shopping center parking lot or main road. This is common in residential areas and ensures your vehicle stays safe during pickup and delivery.

Door-to-door service means you won’t need to drive to a terminal or drop-off location. 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!