Vienna, VA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Vienna, VA 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 inspection.

Document condition: Take photos of your car from all angles, noting any scratches, dents, or other issues.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and coolant. Make sure the battery is charged.

Remove or secure loose items: Take off toll passes, GPS units, and any aftermarket accessories that could fall off or get damaged.

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

Provide working keys: Have a spare key ready for the driver.

For complete details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup from Vienna, VA and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Vienna, VA. 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 Vienna 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 Vienna through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

For car shipping from Vienna, VA, we recommend scheduling your pickup service at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and flexible scheduling options.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with other shipments in the Vienna area
• More availability: Popular routes from Northern Virginia fill up quickly
• Flexible dates: You’ll have more pickup window options to choose from

If you need faster service, we do offer expedited shipping with as little as 3-5 days notice, though this typically costs more. For the most affordable and stress-free experience shipping from Vienna, VA, book early and give yourself plenty of time.

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 is the most common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. This method works great for everyday vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed auto 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 Vienna, VA residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value and reliability. Choose enclosed transport if you’re moving a high-value car that needs extra protection. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service for Vienna, VA residents. When you book your car shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your location in Vienna to collect your vehicle and deliver it right to your destination.

In most cases, we can pick up from your home or office. However, if your Vienna location has narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or other restrictions that prevent our large transport trucks from safely accessing your property, we’ll work with you to find a nearby meeting spot. This might be a local parking lot, gas station, or main road that’s easy for both you and our driver to reach.

This door-to-door service saves Vienna customers time and hassle compared to terminal-to-terminal shipping. You won’t need to drive to a distant facility or arrange separate transportation. Our goal is to make your 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!