Richmond, TX Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for shipment from Richmond, TX is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove Personal Items: Take out all personal belongings, including toll tags, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport.

Clean Your Car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process easier.

Check Fluids and Battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), check oil levels, and make sure your battery is secure and working.

Remove Accessories: Take off any removable parts like bike racks, spoilers, or custom antennas that could get damaged.

Document Everything: Take photos of your car from all angles to record its condition before shipping.

Have Keys Ready: Make sure you have a working key to give the carrier driver.

For a complete checklist and more detailed tips, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car arrives safely at its destination.

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

Before we assign your Richmond vehicle shipment, 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 Richmond through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

For car shipping from Richmond, TX, we recommend scheduling your pickup at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and reliable carriers.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More carrier options: Popular routes from Richmond fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options

If you need last-minute service, we can still help. However, expect higher costs and limited availability, especially during peak seasons like summer and winter holidays.

Pro tip: Richmond’s proximity to Houston means good carrier availability, but booking early ensures you get the best service for your budget.

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 cost-effective option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. This method is safe for most vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from weather, dust, and road debris. This option is ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs.

For most Richmond, TX residents, open transport works perfectly fine. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a high-value vehicle or want maximum protection. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for Richmond, TX residents. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your destination address.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our assigned carrier will come to your location in Richmond to collect your vehicle and transport it to your specified destination.

However, please note that some locations may have restrictions due to:

• Narrow streets or low-hanging branches
• HOA regulations in certain neighborhoods
• Safety concerns for large transport trucks

If your exact address isn’t accessible, don’t worry! Our carrier will work with you to find a safe, convenient nearby location like a shopping center or gas station. This still saves you significant time compared to terminal-to-terminal service.

Door-to-door service is our most popular option because it offers maximum convenience for busy Richmond residents who want hassle-free vehicle shipping.

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!