Lenoir, NC Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Lenoir, NC is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport. Clean your vehicle thoroughly – this helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process smoother.

Make sure your car has between 1/4 and 1/2 tank of gas. Too little fuel can cause problems during loading, while too much adds unnecessary weight. Check that your battery is secure and your tires are properly inflated. Remove or secure any loose exterior parts like spoilers, bike racks, or antenna accessories.

Important: Have a working key ready for the driver and take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup. For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup and delivery for your Lenoir car shipping experience.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Lenoir, NC. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your Lenoir vehicle 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 comprehensive coverage protects your vehicle during loading, transport, and delivery – giving you peace of mind throughout your car shipping experience from Lenoir, NC.

For car shipping from Lenoir, NC, 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: Lenoir is a smaller city, so carriers need time to plan efficient routes
• Lower costs: Early bookings allow carriers to group your vehicle with others heading the same direction
• More scheduling flexibility: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with 1-5 days notice, though this typically costs more. During peak moving seasons (summer months), consider booking even earlier to avoid delays.

Ready to ship your car from Lenoir? Contact us today for a free quote and to secure your preferred pickup dates.

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. This is the most common and cost-effective option, used for about 90% of car shipments from Lenoir, NC.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from rain, snow, dust, and road debris during the journey from Lenoir.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• Classic or antique cars
• Luxury vehicles over $50,000
• Custom paint jobs or modifications
• Convertibles or low-clearance sports cars

For most standard vehicles shipping from Lenoir, open transport is perfectly safe and reliable. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service to and from Lenoir, NC. This means we pick up your vehicle at your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address.

When you book your car shipment, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses in Lenoir. Our carrier will come right to your location to load your vehicle. At your destination, they’ll deliver it to your doorstep.

However, some Lenoir neighborhoods have narrow streets or low-hanging branches that large car carriers cannot navigate safely. If this happens, don’t worry – our driver will work with you to find a nearby safe location like a shopping center or gas station. This alternative spot is usually just a few minutes from your home.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. It’s our most popular shipping option for Lenoir residents.

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!