Preparing your vehicle for transport from New Jersey to Florida is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process smoother. Take photos of your car from all angles as documentation.

Make sure your car has less than a quarter tank of gas to reduce weight and meet safety requirements. Remove or secure any exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could be damaged by wind.

Have a spare key ready for the driver, as they’ll need to move your vehicle on and off the carrier. Finally, disable your car alarm to prevent it from going off during transport.

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures your car arrives safely in Florida and helps avoid any delays during pickup.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from New Jersey to Florida. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car ships, we check that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection during your NJ to FL move.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in New Jersey until delivery in Florida. This insurance protects against damage or loss during loading, transport, and unloading.

Pro tip: Take photos of your car before pickup. This helps document your vehicle’s condition and makes any insurance claims easier to process.

For car shipping from New Jersey to Florida, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. However, scheduling earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently
• More options: Greater selection of pickup dates and times
• Less stress: Avoid last-minute rush and limited availability

The New Jersey to Florida route is very popular, especially during winter months when many people relocate south. During peak season (October through March), book 3-4 weeks ahead if possible.

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping options, but expect higher costs. For the most affordable rates and flexible scheduling, give yourself plenty of time and book early.

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 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 New Jersey to Florida shipments, open transport works perfectly fine. The route is well-traveled with experienced drivers. However, if you’re shipping a high-value vehicle or want maximum protection during the 1,000+ mile journey, enclosed transport provides peace of mind.

See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service from New Jersey to Florida. This means we’ll pick up your car from your home, office, or any address you choose in New Jersey and deliver it directly to your specified location in Florida.

Our door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange separate transportation to pick up your vehicle. The carrier will contact you 24-48 hours before pickup to schedule a convenient time.

In some cases, large transport trucks cannot access certain areas due to low bridges, narrow streets, or residential restrictions. If this happens, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or wide street. This ensures your car is picked up and delivered as close to your desired location as possible.

Door-to-door service is included in most of our New Jersey to Florida shipping quotes at no extra cost, making it the most popular choice for customers relocating between these states.

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!