Mount Pleasant, SC Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Mount Pleasant, SC is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including items in the glove box, trunk, and console. Carriers are not responsible for personal property.

Clean your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the pre-transport inspection.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and brake fluid. Make sure your battery is charged and secure.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or other accessories that could fall off. Retract your antenna and fold in side mirrors.

Disable alarms: Turn off your car alarm to prevent it from going off during transport.

Have keys ready: Provide one set of working keys to the driver. Keep a spare set for yourself.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures your car ships safely from Mount Pleasant to its destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Mount Pleasant, SC. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance at minimum.

Before your Mount Pleasant car shipment begins, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is current 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 Mount Pleasant to your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is protected by professional-grade insurance coverage.

For car shipping from Mount Pleasant, SC, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible scheduling options.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Peak seasons (summer months) fill up quickly
• Flexible dates: You’ll have more pickup window options

If you need faster service, Sherpa Auto Transport can often arrange pickup within 3-7 days from Mount Pleasant. However, rush orders may cost more and have limited carrier options.

Pro tip: Mount Pleasant’s location near Charleston makes it a popular pickup point. Book early during busy moving seasons (May through September) to avoid delays.

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 uncovered trailers that expose your vehicle to weather and road debris. This is the most common and affordable option, costing significantly less than enclosed transport.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road hazards. This premium service typically costs 40-60% more than open transport.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want the most cost-effective shipping option. Most vehicles shipped to and from Mount Pleasant, SC use open trailers without issues.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications that require extra protection during transport.

For Mount Pleasant residents, both options are readily available given the area’s proximity to major shipping routes. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing information.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door service for Mount Pleasant, SC residents. When you book your car shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your home or business to collect your vehicle and deliver it to your destination.

Mount Pleasant’s well-developed road network makes door-to-door pickup possible in most neighborhoods. However, if your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits for large trucks, our driver will contact you to arrange pickup at a nearby safe location such as a shopping center or gas station.

This service saves you time and hassle compared to dropping off your car at a terminal. You won’t need to arrange extra transportation or take time off work to get to a shipping facility.

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!