Niagara Falls, NY Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Niagara Falls, NY is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile items that could break during transit.

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 proof of its condition.

Make sure you have less than a quarter tank of gas – this reduces weight and meets safety requirements. Remove or secure any loose exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could fall off during transport.

Have a working key ready for the driver, and ensure your car starts and runs properly. If you have any mechanical issues, let us know when booking.

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car arrives safely at its destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Niagara Falls, NY. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry minimum insurance coverage of $1,000,000 in liability and $100,000 in cargo protection.

Before your Niagara Falls 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 means your car is covered from pickup in Niagara Falls through delivery at your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your vehicle has comprehensive insurance protection throughout the entire transport process.

For car shipping from Niagara Falls, NY, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible scheduling options.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better carrier availability: More carriers can fit your shipment into their routes
• Lower costs: Carriers can bundle your car with other vehicles heading to similar destinations
• Flexible pickup dates: You’ll have more options to choose dates that work for your schedule

If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup within 1-2 weeks, but expect higher costs for rush orders. During peak seasons (summer and early fall), book even earlier if possible.

Pro tip: Contact Sherpa Auto Transport as soon as you know your moving dates. We’ll help you find the best pickup window that fits 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 transport is the most common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs less.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris. This is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Niagara Falls residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works great. Choose enclosed if you have a high-value car or want maximum protection during transport. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for customers in Niagara Falls, NY. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or preferred location and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our assigned carrier will coordinate with you to collect your vehicle from the exact location you specify in Niagara Falls and deliver it to your doorstep at the destination.

However, some locations may have restrictions due to narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or safety concerns. In these cases, our carrier will work with you to find a nearby alternative location like a shopping center or gas station that’s easy for you to reach. This ensures safe transport while maintaining maximum convenience for our Niagara Falls customers.

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!