Alexandria, VA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Alexandria, VA is simple. Follow these key steps:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes (like E-ZPass), and fragile items. Carriers typically don’t insure personal items left in the vehicle.

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

Check for leaks and mechanical issues: Ensure your vehicle runs properly and has no fluid leaks. Inflate tires to the recommended pressure.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to prevent issues during transport.

Keep fuel low: Maintain about a quarter tank of gas. This reduces weight while providing enough fuel for loading and unloading.

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

Remove or secure accessories: Take off or secure any custom parts, antennas, spoilers, or bike racks that could be damaged.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Alexandria, VA. Every carrier we work with 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 policy is active and valid. All contracted carriers also add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy, giving you extra protection and peace of mind.

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance information before your vehicle is picked up from Alexandria. If you have any questions about coverage, our team is here to help explain the details.

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

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently and often offer lower rates
• More options: You’ll have access to more available carriers and flexible pickup dates
• Route optimization: Your shipment can be bundled with other vehicles heading the same direction

That said, we understand plans change. If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup in as little as 24-48 hours for rush shipments, though this may cost more.

Best practice: Book as soon as you know your moving dates. This ensures the smoothest experience and the best value for your Alexandria 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 an open-air trailer that carries multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road elements during transit. This is the most common and affordable option, used for about 90% of vehicle shipments.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and debris. It costs 50-60% more than open transport but offers maximum protection.

Which should you choose? Most Alexandria residents use open transport—it’s safe, reliable, and cost-effective. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic car, or any vehicle with custom paint or modifications that need extra protection.

Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Alexandria, VA. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or any 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 Alexandria—whether that’s your driveway, apartment complex, or workplace.

Important to know: Alexandria has some narrow streets and residential areas where large car carriers may have difficulty accessing. If your street has low-hanging trees, tight turns, or parking restrictions, the driver may ask to meet you at a nearby open location like a parking lot or gas station. This is rare, but the carrier will always call ahead to coordinate the best spot.

Door-to-door service is included in your quote at no extra charge. It’s the most convenient option and saves you from having to drop off or pick up your vehicle at a terminal.

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!