Saratoga Springs, NY Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Saratoga Springs, NY is simple but important. First, remove 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 with the inspection process and makes it easier to spot any existing damage. Take photos of your car from all angles as documentation.

Make sure your car is in running condition with less than a quarter tank of gas. Remove or secure any loose exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could be damaged or fall off.

Finally, have a spare key ready for the driver and disable your car alarm to avoid issues during loading and unloading.

For a complete checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup from Saratoga Springs and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Saratoga Springs, NY with Sherpa Auto Transport.

Every carrier in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance. We verify each carrier’s insurance is active and valid before your Saratoga Springs pickup.

For added protection, all our carriers name Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we monitor coverage throughout your shipment.

Your vehicle is protected from pickup in Saratoga Springs until delivery at your destination. Our all-inclusive quotes include this insurance coverage at no extra cost to you.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Saratoga Springs, NY at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you better options and pricing.

Here’s why advance booking helps:

• Better carrier availability – More drivers can plan your route
• Lower costs – Carriers can group your car with other shipments
• Flexible scheduling – You get more pickup date options

During busy seasons (summer and fall), try to book 3-4 weeks ahead. Saratoga Springs is well-connected to major highways, which helps with faster pickup times compared to remote areas.

Need rush service? We can often arrange pickup within 2-7 days, though expedited shipping costs more.

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 trailers where your car is exposed to weather and road debris. It costs less and is widely available. Enclosed transport uses covered trailers that fully protect your vehicle from the elements.

For most Saratoga Springs residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works great and saves money. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, or motorcycle that needs extra protection during the journey.

Enclosed transport typically costs 40-60% more than open transport, but provides complete weather protection and peace of mind for high-value vehicles. See our detailed open vs enclosed transport guide to help decide which option fits your needs and budget.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service to and from Saratoga Springs, NY. When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses, and our assigned carrier will collect and deliver your vehicle directly to those locations whenever possible.

In Saratoga Springs, most residential areas and businesses are easily accessible for our carriers. However, if your location has narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or parking restrictions, our experienced drivers will work with you to find a safe nearby spot like a shopping center or gas station. This ensures your vehicle stays protected while making pickup and delivery smooth and hassle-free.

Our door-to-door service saves you time and eliminates the need to drive to a terminal. You can focus on your move while we handle getting your car safely to its new home.

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!