Nashville, TN Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Nashville, TN is simple when you follow these key steps:

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 coolant. Make sure the battery is charged and secure.

Remove accessories: Take off toll tags, GPS devices, bike racks, and any loose exterior items that could fall off during transport.

Document condition: Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup in Nashville.

Provide working keys: Have at least one spare key ready for the driver.

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup from Nashville and safe delivery to your destination.

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

Before your Nashville car shipment begins, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all contracted carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy for extra protection.

This comprehensive coverage protects your vehicle throughout the entire transport process – from pickup in Nashville to delivery at your destination. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is protected by professional-grade insurance coverage.

For the best rates and service, book your Nashville car shipping at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives carriers time to plan efficient routes and group your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup within 3-7 days, but expect to pay premium rates. Last-minute bookings (24-48 hours) are possible but come with higher costs and limited carrier options.

Nashville’s central location and busy shipping lanes work in your favor – there’s steady traffic of car carriers moving through Tennessee. However, peak seasons like summer months and winter snowbird migrations fill up quickly, so early booking is even more important during these times.

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 can carry 8-10 vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s the most affordable option used for 90% of all car shipments. This method works great for everyday vehicles and offers reliable protection during transport.

Enclosed auto transport uses covered trailers that shield your vehicle from all weather and road hazards. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but provides maximum protection. Choose enclosed transport for luxury cars, classics, exotic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

For most Nashville residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value and safety. However, if you’re moving a high-value car to or from Nashville, enclosed transport gives you peace of mind. See our complete open vs enclosed guide to help you decide which option fits your needs and budget.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Nashville, TN. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses in Nashville or your destination city. Our carrier will coordinate with you to schedule a convenient time for both pickup and delivery.

In some cases, large transport trucks may not be able to access certain Nashville neighborhoods due to narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or parking restrictions. If this happens, don’t worry – our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby location like a shopping center or gas station that’s easy for you to reach.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle compared to terminal-to-terminal shipping, where you’d need to drop off and pick up your car at specific locations across Nashville.

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!