Graham, NC Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Graham, NC is simple. Follow these key steps:

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and fragile items. Carriers are not insured for personal property.

Check for leaks: Ensure your vehicle has no fluid leaks and is in good running condition.

Secure loose parts: Remove or secure antennas, spoilers, and other exterior accessories that could be damaged.

Maintain fuel level: Keep your gas tank at about 1/4 full to reduce weight while ensuring the vehicle can be loaded and unloaded.

Provide a key: Have a spare key ready for the driver.

Disable alarms: Turn off any car alarms to avoid issues during transport.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Our team at Sherpa Auto Transport is here to make your Graham, NC car shipping experience smooth and stress-free.

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

Before we assign your shipment, 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 Graham 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 car shipment from Graham, NC at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best rates and more carrier options.

Here’s why advance notice helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently and bundle your vehicle with others heading the same direction
• More flexibility: You’ll have more pickup dates to choose from
• Peak season planning: During busy months (May-September), booking 3-4 weeks ahead is ideal

Need faster service? We offer expedited shipping with pickup in as little as 24-48 hours, though this costs more than standard service.

The bottom line: book as early as you can. Even if your dates aren’t set in stone, we can work with flexible pickup windows to get you the best deal.

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 uncovered trailers that carry multiple vehicles at once. It’s the most common and affordable option, typically costing 30-50% less than enclosed transport. Your vehicle is exposed to weather and road elements, but carriers take precautions to protect it. About 90% of vehicles shipped nationwide use open transport.

Enclosed auto transport uses covered trailers that shield your vehicle from weather, dust, and road debris. This premium service costs more but offers maximum protection. It’s ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, exotic sports cars, or any car with custom paint or high value.

For most standard vehicles shipping to or from Graham, NC, open transport works perfectly fine and saves you money. Choose enclosed transport if your vehicle is worth over $100,000, has sentimental value, or requires extra protection. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details.

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

When you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to you—no need to drive to a terminal or drop-off location.

What if the truck can’t access my street?

Graham has a mix of residential neighborhoods and rural areas. If your location has narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or other obstacles that make it unsafe for a large car carrier, don’t worry. Our driver will contact you to arrange a nearby meeting spot, like a grocery store parking lot or gas station. This ensures your vehicle stays safe while still offering maximum convenience.

Door-to-door service makes shipping your car from Graham simple and stress-free!

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!