Aiken, SC Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for shipping from Aiken, SC is simple but important. First, remove all personal items from inside your car – carriers are not responsible for belongings left behind. Take out toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps with the inspection process and makes it easier to spot any existing damage. Document your car’s condition with photos from multiple angles.

Make sure your gas tank is between 1/4 and 1/2 full – enough fuel for loading and unloading, but not so much that it adds unnecessary weight. Check that your battery is charged and your tires are properly inflated.

Remove or secure loose parts like spoilers, antennas, or bike racks that could be damaged during transit. If you can’t remove them, make sure they’re tightly fastened.

Finally, have a working key ready for the driver and disable your car alarm to prevent issues during transport. For complete preparation details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Aiken, SC with Sherpa Auto Transport.

Every carrier in our network must carry:

• $1,000,000 minimum liability insurance
• $100,000 minimum cargo insurance

Before your Aiken pickup, 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 means your vehicle is covered from the moment it’s loaded in Aiken until it’s delivered to your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing comprehensive insurance protects your car throughout the entire transport process.

For car shipping from Aiken, SC, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. However, the earlier you book, the better your chances of securing competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why advance booking matters:

• Better carrier availability: Aiken is a smaller market, so carriers need time to plan efficient routes
• Lower costs: Early booking allows carriers to group your vehicle with others heading the same direction
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

If you need last-minute shipping (less than one week), it’s still possible but may cost more and have limited availability. During peak seasons like summer and fall, book even earlier if possible.

Pro tip: Have your pickup and delivery addresses ready when you book to get the most accurate timeline and pricing.

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 uses open-air trailers that carry 8-10 cars at once. Your vehicle is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s the most affordable option used for 90% of all car shipments.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer with only 2-6 vehicles per load. This costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from weather, dust, and road debris.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• Classic or luxury cars worth over $50,000
• Custom paint jobs or modifications
• Convertibles with soft tops
• Low-clearance sports cars

For most standard vehicles leaving Aiken, SC, open transport works perfectly fine and saves you money. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door service for Aiken, SC residents. This means we pick up your car from your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to you in Aiken and handle everything. No need to drive to a terminal or drop-off location.

However, some Aiken neighborhoods have narrow streets or low-hanging trees that large car carriers cannot navigate safely. If this happens, don’t worry. Our driver will work with you to find a nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station – usually within a few blocks of your home.

Door-to-door service makes car shipping simple and stress-free for Aiken residents. You save time and effort while getting the same reliable transport service.

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!