San Marcos, TX Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from San Marcos, TX is simple with these key steps:

Before pickup:

• Remove all personal items from inside your car
• Take out toll tags, GPS devices, and phone chargers
• Remove exterior accessories like bike racks or spoilers
• Clean your vehicle and take photos of any existing damage
• Keep gas tank between 1/4 and 1/2 full
• Disable car alarms
• Have a spare key ready for the driver

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips guide. Following these steps helps ensure your car arrives safely at its destination and protects you from any liability issues during transport from San Marcos.

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

Before we assign your San Marcos vehicle shipment, we verify that:

• The carrier’s insurance is active and valid
• Coverage remains in effect for your entire transport
• Sherpa is listed as a Certificate Holder on their policy

This means you have peace of mind knowing your car is protected from pickup in San Marcos through delivery to your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to ensure your vehicle is covered every mile of the journey.

For car shipping from San Marcos, TX, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More flexibility: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Less stress: Avoid last-minute scrambling and higher rush fees

If you’re moving during peak season (summer months or around holidays), consider booking 4-6 weeks ahead. San Marcos sits along major Texas shipping routes, which typically means good carrier availability, but popular times fill up fast.

Need to ship with shorter notice? We can often accommodate 1-2 week bookings, though options may be more limited and costs slightly higher.

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 expose your vehicle to weather and road debris. It’s the most common and affordable option, costing significantly less than enclosed shipping.

Enclosed auto transport protects your car inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road hazards. This premium service typically costs 40-60% more than open transport.

Choose open transport if: You have a standard daily driver and want to save money. Most cars shipped to and from San Marcos use this method safely.

Choose enclosed transport if: You own a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or have custom paint work that needs extra protection during the journey.

Both options are safe and reliable. Your choice depends on your vehicle’s value and your budget. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door car shipping service to and from San Marcos, 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 preferred pickup and delivery addresses in San Marcos. Our carriers will do their best to reach these exact locations. However, if your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits for large trucks, we’ll work with you to find a safe nearby spot like a shopping center or gas station.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle – no need to drive to a terminal or depot. It’s our most popular shipping option because it offers maximum convenience for San Marcos residents moving their vehicles across Texas or nationwide.

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!