Roanoke Rapids, NC Car Shipping

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

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

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

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough fuel (about 1/4 tank), working battery, and no leaks.

Remove accessories: Take off or secure any loose parts like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could get damaged.

Provide a working key: Have a key ready for the driver to load and unload your vehicle.

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

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Proper preparation ensures a smooth shipping experience from Roanoke Rapids!

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Roanoke Rapids, NC. Every carrier 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 active and valid. 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.

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before pickup. If you have questions about coverage, our team is happy to help explain the details.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Roanoke Rapids, NC at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better carrier availability: More carriers can fit your route into their schedule
• Lower prices: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with other shipments heading the same direction
• Flexible pickup windows: You’ll have more options to choose dates that work for you

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with pickup possible in as little as 24-48 hours. This costs more but works well for urgent moves.

The key is to book as soon as you know your moving dates. This gives carriers time to plan efficient routes through Roanoke Rapids and keeps your costs down.

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-air trailers that carry multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road elements, but it’s safe and secure. This is the most common and affordable option, costing about 50% less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and debris. This premium option is ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

Most Roanoke Rapids residents choose open transport because it’s reliable and cost-effective. Consider enclosed transport if your vehicle is worth over $100,000, is a collector’s item, or has sentimental value that requires extra protection.

Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Roanoke Rapids, NC. This is our most popular shipping option because it’s the most convenient way to ship your vehicle.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses in Roanoke Rapids. Our carrier will come directly to your home, business, or specified location to pick up your vehicle. When delivery time comes, they’ll bring it right to your destination address.

In most residential and commercial areas of Roanoke Rapids, door-to-door service works perfectly. However, if your street has low-hanging trees, tight turns, or isn’t accessible for large car carriers, our driver will contact you to arrange a nearby meeting spot. This might be a shopping center parking lot, gas station, or other safe, accessible location close to your address.

The best part? Door-to-door service typically costs the same as terminal-to-terminal shipping, making it an easy choice for most customers in Roanoke Rapids.

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!