Galveston, TX Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Galveston, TX 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 coolant. Make sure your battery is charged and secure.

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, spoilers, or loose trim. Remove toll tags, GPS devices, and anything that could fall off during transport.

Document your car’s condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.

Have a spare key ready: Provide the driver with a working key or key fob.

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

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Galveston, TX with Sherpa Auto Transport. We require all our carriers to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage that protects your vehicle throughout the entire transport process.

Here’s what protects your vehicle:

• $1,000,000 minimum liability insurance – Covers damages caused by the carrier
• $100,000 minimum cargo insurance – Directly protects your vehicle during transport
• Verified coverage – We confirm each carrier’s insurance is active and valid before your Galveston pickup

As an added layer of protection, all our contracted carriers list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policies. This means we monitor coverage throughout your shipment to ensure continuous protection.

Your vehicle is covered from the moment it’s loaded in Galveston until it’s safely delivered to your destination. All insurance costs are included in your quote – no hidden fees or extra charges.

For car shipping from Galveston, TX, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, scheduling even earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better carrier availability: More transport trucks operate on popular routes when you book ahead
• Lower costs: Carriers can group your car with other vehicles heading the same direction
• Flexible scheduling: You get more pickup date options that work with your timeline

Galveston’s location along the Gulf Coast means most shipments need to connect through Houston’s major transport hub. This extra step makes advance planning even more important.

Pro tip: If you’re moving during peak season (summer months or winter snowbird migration), book 3-4 weeks early. Last-minute bookings often cost more and have limited availability.

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 uncovered trailers that expose your car to weather and road debris. It costs less and works well for most everyday vehicles. Enclosed transport uses covered trailers that fully protect your car from the elements.

Here are the key differences:

• Cost: Enclosed transport costs 40-60% more than open transport
• Protection: Enclosed offers complete protection from weather, dust, and road debris
• Best for: Choose enclosed for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint. Open transport works great for daily drivers

Given Galveston’s coastal location with salt air and frequent storms, enclosed transport may be worth considering for valuable vehicles. However, open transport remains the most popular and cost-effective choice for standard cars. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for detailed comparisons.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door service for car shipping to and from Galveston, TX. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any address you choose and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses in Galveston or your destination city. Our carrier will come right to your location – no need to drive to a terminal or depot.

Keep in mind that some Galveston neighborhoods have narrow streets or low-hanging trees that large car carriers cannot navigate safely. If your street isn’t accessible, don’t worry – we’ll arrange pickup at a nearby safe location like a shopping center or gas station within a few blocks of your address.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle, making your Galveston car shipping experience as smooth as possible.

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!