Smithtown, NY Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Smithtown, NY is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

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 the exterior so you can easily spot any damage during inspection. Take photos of your vehicle from all angles.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant. Make sure the battery is charged and secure.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, spoilers, or anything that could fall off. Remove toll passes like E-ZPass and retract antennas.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to prevent issues during transport.

Provide working keys: Give the carrier a set of keys that work for all locks.

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

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

Before your Smithtown pickup, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection throughout your shipment.

Your vehicle is covered from the moment it’s loaded in Smithtown until it’s delivered to your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during your move.

For car shipping from Smithtown, NY, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Peak seasons and holidays fill up quickly
• Less stress: You’ll have backup options if your first choice falls through

If you need rush service, we can often arrange pickup within 3-7 days from Smithtown, but expect higher costs. For the most savings and peace of mind, 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 auto 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 auto transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It shields your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris. This option costs 30-50% more than open transport.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Most cars shipped from Smithtown use this method.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, or custom car with special paint. The extra protection is worth the higher cost for valuable vehicles.

Need help deciding? Our open vs enclosed auto transport guide has more details to help you choose the right option for your Smithtown car shipment.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Smithtown, NY. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery addresses in Smithtown. Our carrier will come right to your location – no need to drive to a terminal or depot.

In rare cases where your street has restrictions (like low bridges, narrow roads, or no truck parking), our driver will work with you to find a safe nearby spot. This might be a local shopping center, gas station, or open parking area within a few blocks of your address.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. It’s included in our standard shipping rates for Smithtown residents at no extra cost.

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!