Winston-Salem, NC Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Winston-Salem, NC is simple and straightforward. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items from inside your car. Carriers are not insured for personal property.

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 adequate fluids and a charged battery. Your vehicle needs to start and drive for loading and unloading.

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

Remove or secure accessories: Take off or secure any exterior items like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged.

Provide a key: Have a spare key ready to give the driver at pickup.

Keep fuel low: Maintain only about a quarter tank of gas to reduce weight.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will ensure a smooth pickup from Winston-Salem and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when transporting from Winston-Salem, NC. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is valid and active. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you an extra layer of protection during transport.

When your driver arrives for pickup in Winston-Salem, they will provide you with a copy of their insurance certificate. We recommend taking photos of your vehicle before loading to document its condition.

If you have questions about insurance coverage for your specific vehicle or shipment, our team is happy to provide additional details.

We recommend booking your car shipment from Winston-Salem, NC at least 1-2 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and match your vehicle with others heading in the same direction.

Booking early offers several benefits:

• Better pricing: More time allows carriers to optimize their routes, which can lower your cost
• More carrier options: You’ll have access to a wider selection of qualified carriers
• Flexible scheduling: You can choose pickup dates that work best for your timeline

If you need faster service, we also offer expedited shipping with pickups possible in as little as 24-48 hours. However, rush orders typically cost more due to the limited planning time for carriers.

For the best experience, contact us as soon as you know your moving dates. We’ll work with you to find the right balance between timing and cost.

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 debris, but it’s the most affordable and popular option. Most vehicles shipped in Winston-Salem use open transport.

Enclosed auto transport uses covered trailers that protect your vehicle from the elements. This costs 40-60% more than open transport but is ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

Which should you choose? For most daily drivers, open transport works great and saves money. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a high-value vehicle or want maximum protection. Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer convenient door-to-door auto transport service in Winston-Salem and throughout North Carolina. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you prefer, and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come right to your location in Winston-Salem—whether you’re in Ardmore, Buena Vista, or anywhere in the Triad area.

Important to know: In some cases, large car carriers may not be able to access narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or residential areas with tight turns. If this happens, don’t worry. Your driver will contact you to arrange a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center parking lot or gas station. This ensures your vehicle stays protected throughout the process.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle—no need to drop off or pick up your car at a terminal. It’s our most popular shipping option for Winston-Salem 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!