Spring Lake, NC Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Spring Lake, 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 loose items. These aren’t covered by carrier insurance.

Check for leaks: Make sure there are no fluid leaks. Your car should be in running condition.

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

Keep fuel low: Leave only a quarter tank of gas. This reduces weight and meets safety requirements.

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

Remove accessories: Take off or secure any custom parts, bike racks, or spoilers that could be damaged.

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

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Spring Lake, NC. Every carrier we work with must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, 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.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake, NC at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and offer competitive rates
• More carrier options: You’ll have access to more available drivers in the Spring Lake area
• Flexible pickup dates: You can choose times that work best for your schedule
• Route bundling: Carriers can combine your shipment with others heading the same direction, which lowers costs

If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup within 2-5 days, though this may come with rush fees. For military relocations from Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg), we understand timelines can be tight and will work with your PCS orders.

The key is to book as soon as you know your moving dates. This gives carriers time to build efficient routes and ensures you get the best service at the best price.

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.

The main difference comes down to protection and price. Open auto transport uses open-air trailers where your vehicle is exposed to weather and road debris during transit. This is the most common and affordable option, typically costing 40-60% less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed transport ships your car in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from the elements and road hazards. This premium service is ideal for luxury vehicles, classic cars, exotic models, or cars with custom paint jobs. While it costs more, the extra protection gives you peace of mind.

For most Spring Lake residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport is perfectly safe and reliable. However, if you’re transporting a high-value or specialty vehicle, enclosed transport is worth the investment. Check out our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for a detailed comparison to help you choose the best option for your needs.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service in Spring Lake, NC. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, business, or another 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 do their best to reach both locations. However, if your street has low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or weight restrictions that make it unsafe for a large carrier truck, we’ll work with you to find a nearby meeting spot. This could be a parking lot, gas station, or another convenient location close to your address.

Why choose door-to-door service? It saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation. We handle the logistics so you can focus on your move.

Spring Lake residents appreciate this service because it makes car shipping simple and stress-free. If you have questions about whether your specific address is accessible, our team is happy to help assess your location before booking.

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!