Las Cruces, NM Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Las Cruces, NM is simple but important. Follow these key steps:

• Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including items in the glove box, trunk, and console. Carriers are not responsible for personal property.
• Clean your car: Wash both inside and outside so you can easily spot any damage during inspection.
• Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.
• Remove accessories: Take off custom parts, toll tags, GPS units, and anything that could fall off or get damaged.
• Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and that the battery works for loading and unloading.
• Have keys ready: Provide one set of working keys to the driver.

For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps helps ensure smooth pickup and delivery in Las Cruces.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Las Cruces, NM with Sherpa Auto Transport. Every carrier in our network must carry:

• $1,000,000 in liability insurance
• $100,000 in cargo insurance

Before your Las Cruces pickup, we verify that your assigned 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 vehicle is covered from the moment it’s loaded in Las Cruces until it reaches your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is protected throughout the entire journey.

For car shipping from Las Cruces, NM, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and group your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

Why book early? Las Cruces sits along major shipping corridors like I-25 and I-10, but it’s still a smaller market compared to cities like Albuquerque or El Paso. Booking early helps ensure:

• Better pickup dates that work with your schedule
• More competitive pricing through route optimization
• Reduced risk of delays during busy seasons

Need to ship sooner? We can often accommodate rush orders with 3-7 days notice, though this may cost more. For the best rates and flexibility, book as early as possible once you know your moving 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 where your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer but costs 40-60% more.

Choose open transport if you have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Most cars shipped from Las Cruces use this method with excellent results.

Choose enclosed transport if you own a luxury car, classic vehicle, or custom car that needs extra protection from New Mexico’s desert dust and road conditions. The enclosed trailer shields your car from weather, debris, and UV damage during transport.

Both options are safe and reliable. Your choice depends on your car’s value and your budget. Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door service for Las Cruces, NM residents. This means we pick up your car from your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address.

When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to these exact locations whenever possible. However, Las Cruces has some residential areas with narrow streets or low-hanging branches that large car carriers cannot navigate safely.

If your specific address cannot accommodate our truck, don’t worry. We’ll arrange a convenient nearby location like:

• A local shopping center parking lot
• A gas station with ample space
• A nearby main road with safe access

Our Las Cruces transport specialists know the area well and will work with you to find the most convenient alternative spot, usually within a few blocks of your address. This ensures your vehicle stays safe while making pickup and delivery as easy as possible for you.

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!