Columbia, TN Car Shipping

Getting your car ready for shipping from Columbia, TN is simple when you follow these key steps:

Remove Personal Items: Take out all personal belongings, including items in the glove box, trunk, and console. Car carriers are not responsible for personal items.

Clean Your Vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This makes it easier to spot any damage during the pre-shipping 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 custom accessories, spoilers, or loose parts that could fall off during transport. Remove toll tags and GPS devices.

Document Everything: Take photos of your car from all angles before shipping. Note any existing scratches or dents.

Provide Working Keys: Give the driver a working set of keys. Make sure your car starts and runs properly.

For a complete checklist and more detailed tips, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car ships safely from Columbia, TN to its destination.

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

Before your Columbia vehicle 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 means your car is covered from pickup in Columbia through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

For car shipping from Columbia, TN, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives our carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and group your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

Why book early? Columbia’s location between Nashville and the Alabama border means carriers often pass through when moving vehicles across the Southeast. Booking early helps secure your spot on these routes and can lead to better pricing.

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping options with as little as 3-5 days notice, though this may cost more. For the best rates and scheduling flexibility, book as soon as you know your moving dates.

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 is the most common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs less.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It costs 30-50% more than open transport but shields your vehicle from weather, dust, and debris. This is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

Most Columbia, TN residents choose open transport for everyday vehicles. Consider enclosed transport if your car is worth over $50,000 or has special value to you. Both options are fully insured and reliable. See our open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Columbia, TN. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle at your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address whenever possible.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide us with your preferred pickup and delivery locations in Columbia, TN. Our carrier will come right to your door to collect your vehicle and deliver it to the exact address you specify at your destination.

In some cases, large transport trucks may not be able to access certain residential streets due to low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or HOA restrictions. If this happens in your Columbia, TN neighborhood, don’t worry – we’ll arrange a convenient nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station that’s easy for you to reach.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or depot. We handle the logistics so you can focus on your move.

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!