Corpus Christi, TX Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Corpus Christi, TX is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings from inside your car. Carriers typically don’t insure personal items, and extra weight can increase shipping costs.

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos before shipping.

Check for leaks and mechanical issues: Make sure your car is in good running condition. Fix any fluid leaks and ensure the battery is charged.

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

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, antennas, spoilers, and toll tags. Secure or remove anything that could come loose in transit.

Maintain proper fuel level: Keep your gas tank about 1/4 full. This reduces weight while providing enough fuel for loading and unloading.

Provide a key: Give the carrier a working key for your vehicle.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Corpus Christi, TX. Every carrier in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before pickup. If any damage occurs during transport, the carrier’s insurance will cover it. Our team is here to help you through the claims process if needed.

We recommend scheduling your pickup from Corpus Christi at least 7-10 days in advance. However, booking 2-3 weeks ahead gives you the best rates and more carrier options.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and offer lower rates
• More flexibility: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Route optimization: Your vehicle can be grouped with other shipments heading the same direction

Need faster service? Rush shipping is available with 2-3 days notice, though it typically costs more. If you’re flexible on dates, booking early almost always saves you money.

Contact us as soon as you know your moving dates. We’ll work with your timeline and find the best solution for your Corpus Christi 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 uses open-air trailers that carry multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s the most affordable and common option. Most carriers in Corpus Christi use open transport, making it faster and easier to schedule.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and debris. This costs 40-60% more than open transport but is worth it for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

For most everyday vehicles, open transport is perfectly safe and cost-effective. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a high-value car or want maximum protection. Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer convenient door-to-door auto transport service to and from Corpus Christi, TX. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you specify and deliver it directly to your destination.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our assigned carrier will come directly to those locations to load and unload your vehicle. This saves you time and eliminates the need to drop off or pick up your car at a terminal.

Important to know: In some Corpus Christi neighborhoods, large car carriers may face challenges due to narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or tight turns. If your location isn’t accessible for an 18-wheeler, our driver will contact you to arrange a nearby meeting spot—such as a shopping center parking lot, gas station, or main road. This ensures your vehicle is transported safely while still keeping the process as convenient as possible.

Most customers in Corpus Christi experience true door-to-door service without any issues. We’ll always work with you to find the best solution for your specific situation.

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!