Tigard, OR Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for shipping from Tigard, OR is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any fragile items. Clean your vehicle inside and out so you can easily spot any damage during inspection.

Make sure your gas tank is no more than 1/4 full to reduce weight and safety risks. Remove or secure any loose exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could get damaged during transport. Check that your battery is charged and your tires are properly inflated.

Most importantly, have a spare key ready for the carrier and take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup. For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Tigard, OR. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your Tigard 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 throughout the entire journey from Tigard to your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is covered by professional-grade insurance from pickup to delivery.

For car shipping from Tigard, OR, 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 early booking matters:

• Better carrier availability: More drivers travel the popular routes from Tigard to major cities
• Lower costs: Carriers can group your car with other vehicles heading the same direction
• Flexible pickup dates: You’ll have more options that fit your schedule

During busy seasons (summer months and winter holidays), book 3-4 weeks ahead. For last-minute shipments, we can often arrange pickup within 2-5 days, but expect higher costs and limited carrier options.

Pro tip: Contact us as soon as you know your moving date. We’ll help you find the best timing and rates for your Tigard car shipment.

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 is the most common and cost-effective option. Your vehicle is loaded onto an open trailer alongside other cars. It’s fully exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s safe for most everyday vehicles.

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

For most Tigard residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value and reliability. Choose enclosed transport if you have a high-value vehicle that needs extra protection during the journey. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service to and from Tigard, OR. This is our most popular shipping option because it’s so convenient.

Here’s how it works: When you book your car shipment, simply provide your pickup address in Tigard and your delivery destination. Our carrier will come directly to your location to pick up your vehicle and deliver it to your specified address.

In most Tigard neighborhoods, door-to-door service works perfectly. However, if your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits for large trucks, our carrier will work with you to find a safe nearby location. This might be a local shopping center, gas station, or main road that’s just a few blocks away.

Door-to-door service is included in your quote at no extra cost. It saves you time and hassle compared to dropping off your car at a terminal.

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!