Sandy, UT Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Sandy, UT is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and fragile items from your vehicle. Carriers are not insured for personal property.

Clean your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This makes it easier to document any existing damage before shipping.

Check for leaks and issues: Ensure your car runs properly and has no fluid leaks. Disable alarms to prevent battery drain during transit.

Provide keys: Have a set of keys ready for the driver. They’ll need to load and unload your vehicle.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, antennas, and other exterior items that could get damaged.

Keep fuel low: Fill your tank to about a quarter full. This reduces weight and meets safety requirements.

Document condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup. This protects you if any damage occurs.

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

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Sandy, UT. All carriers 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.

When the driver arrives to pick up your vehicle in Sandy, they will provide you with a copy of their insurance certificate. We recommend reviewing it and keeping it for your records during transit.

We recommend scheduling your car shipment from Sandy, UT at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best results.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better carrier availability: More time means more options to find the right carrier for your route.
• Lower costs: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with other shipments heading the same direction, which often reduces your price.
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more control over pickup and delivery dates.

Need to ship last minute? We can often arrange pickups within 2-5 days, though your options may be more limited and costs could be higher.

Pro tip: If you’re moving during peak season (summer months or end of month), book 3-4 weeks ahead when possible. This ensures you get your preferred dates and the best rates.

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 an open-air trailer that exposes your vehicle to weather and road elements during shipping. It’s the most common and affordable option, costing significantly less than enclosed transport. Most vehicles shipped to and from Sandy, UT use this method safely.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road debris. This option typically costs 50-60% more than open transport but provides extra protection for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom features.

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

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service throughout Sandy, UT and across the country. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, business, or another address you choose, and deliver it directly to your destination.

When you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come right to your location in Sandy to load your vehicle and transport it to your specified delivery point.

What if the truck can’t access my street?

In some cases, narrow roads, low-hanging trees, tight turns, or residential restrictions may prevent our large carrier trucks from reaching your exact address. If this happens, don’t worry—our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a parking lot, shopping center, or gas station. This is common in certain Sandy neighborhoods and ensures your vehicle is transported safely.

Door-to-door service is designed for maximum convenience, making your car shipping experience as easy 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!