Morganton, NC Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Morganton, NC is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile items. These can shift during transport and cause damage.

Next, remove or secure any exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers that could come loose. Make sure you have a working key available for the carrier – they’ll need it to load and unload your vehicle.

Clean your car inside and out before pickup. This makes it easier to spot any existing damage during the inspection. Take photos of your vehicle from all angles as documentation.

Finally, check that your gas tank is between 1/4 and 1/2 full, disable your car alarm, and make sure your battery is charged. For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Morganton, NC with Sherpa Auto Transport. We require all our carriers to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage that protects your car throughout the entire journey.

Here’s what covers your vehicle:

• $1,000,000 liability insurance – Required from every carrier
• $100,000 cargo insurance – Covers damage to your specific vehicle
• Valid policy verification – We check that insurance is active before your Morganton pickup

For extra protection, all our contracted carriers add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we can directly verify coverage and help with any claims if needed.

Your vehicle is protected from the moment it’s loaded in Morganton until it reaches its destination. All insurance costs are included in your shipping quote – no hidden fees or extra charges.

For car shipping from Morganton, NC, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, scheduling even earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why advance booking matters:

• Better carrier availability: More time allows us to find the right carrier for your route
• Lower costs: Early booking helps carriers plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

Peak season tip: During busy times (summer months and winter snowbird season), book 3-4 weeks ahead. Morganton’s location in western North Carolina makes it easier to coordinate with major transport routes, but advance planning still saves you time and money.

Ready to ship? Contact Sherpa Auto Transport today to secure your preferred pickup dates and get the best rates for your Morganton car shipping needs.

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 alongside other vehicles. It’s safe and reliable, but your car is exposed to weather and road debris during transport.

Enclosed transport costs 40-60% more but provides complete protection. Your vehicle travels inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road hazards. This option is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Morganton residents shipping everyday vehicles, open transport offers excellent value and reliability. Choose enclosed transport if your car is worth over $50,000 or has special value that requires extra protection. Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door car shipping service to and from Morganton, NC. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come right to your location in Morganton to collect your vehicle and transport it to your new address.

In some cases, large car carriers may not be able to access certain streets due to low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or tight turns – especially in Morganton’s residential areas or rural locations. If this happens, don’t worry! Our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center parking lot or gas station. This ensures your car gets picked up and delivered safely while keeping the process as convenient as possible.

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!