Brentwood, NY Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Brentwood, NY is simple. Follow these steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items from your car. Carriers typically don’t insure personal items left inside.

Clean your vehicle: Wash your car so you can document its condition with photos before shipping.

Check for leaks and issues: Make sure your vehicle runs properly with no fluid leaks. Disable any alarms.

Document the condition: Take clear photos of your car from all angles, noting any existing damage.

Prepare keys and access: Have a spare key ready for the driver. Make sure your gas tank is about 1/4 full.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off custom antennas, spoilers, or bike racks that could be damaged during transit.

For a complete checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Our team is here to help make your Brentwood, NY auto transport smooth and stress-free.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Brentwood, NY. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is valid and current. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Brentwood to final delivery at your destination. If you’d like to review the carrier’s insurance certificate before transport, just ask—we’re happy to provide it.

We recommend scheduling your pickup from Brentwood, NY at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best rates and more scheduling options.

Here’s why advance notice helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle multiple shipments
• More availability: You’ll have more carriers to choose from, especially during busy seasons
• Flexible dates: You can select pickup times that work best for your schedule

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with pickups available in as little as 24-48 hours. Keep in mind that rush orders typically cost more due to dedicated routing.

For the smoothest experience, contact us as soon as you know your moving dates. We’ll work with you to find the best solution for your timeline and budget.

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 open-air trailers that carry multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road elements, but it’s the most affordable and popular option. Most cars shipped in and out of Brentwood, NY use this method.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle inside a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and debris. This costs 40-60% more than open transport but offers maximum protection.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily-driver vehicle and want to save money. It’s safe and reliable for most cars.

Choose enclosed transport if: You’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications that need extra protection.

For more details, check out our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Brentwood, NY. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, business, or another address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will do their best to access both locations. However, some Brentwood streets may have restrictions like low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or tight turns that make it difficult for large car carriers to navigate.

If your location isn’t accessible for a full-size carrier, don’t worry. Our driver will contact you to arrange a convenient nearby meeting spot, such as a shopping center parking lot, gas station, or main road. This ensures your vehicle is picked up and delivered safely without any hassle.

Door-to-door service saves you time and effort—no need to drive to a terminal. 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!