Virginia Beach, VA Car Shipping

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

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos. This helps with the inspection process.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and fragile items. Carriers don’t insure personal items left inside.

Check for leaks and issues: Make sure your vehicle runs properly. Fix any fluid leaks and ensure the battery is charged.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off custom antennas, spoilers, bike racks, and other exterior add-ons that could be damaged.

Keep fuel low: Leave only about a quarter tank of gas. This reduces weight and meets safety requirements.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the carrier to load and unload your vehicle.

Disable alarms: Turn off your car alarm to avoid issues during transport.

For complete details, see our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. These simple steps ensure a smooth pickup from Virginia Beach and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Virginia Beach, VA. Every carrier in our network must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before we assign your shipment, 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 an extra layer of protection.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Virginia Beach until delivery at your destination. If you have questions about insurance coverage, our team is happy to provide you with the carrier’s insurance details before transport begins.

We recommend scheduling your car shipment from Virginia Beach at least 1-2 weeks in advance for the best rates and availability. However, booking earlier gives you more options.

Here’s why advance booking helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently and offer competitive rates
• More carrier options: Popular routes fill up quickly, especially during peak moving seasons
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more control over your pickup window

Virginia Beach’s location near major highways like I-64 makes it accessible for carriers, but last-minute bookings (less than 5 days) may result in higher costs or limited availability.

If you need expedited service, we can often accommodate rush shipments within 2-5 days, though premium rates apply. Contact us as soon as you know your moving dates to secure the best service for your needs.

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 affordable option. Your vehicle is shipped on an open-air carrier alongside other cars, just like you see on highways. It’s safe, reliable, and costs less because carriers can transport multiple vehicles at once.

Enclosed auto transport provides extra protection inside a covered trailer. Your car is shielded from weather, road debris, and dust during transit. This option typically costs 50-60% more than open transport.

Most Virginia Beach residents choose open transport—it’s perfectly safe for everyday vehicles. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications. The extra cost gives you peace of mind for high-value vehicles.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service throughout Virginia Beach and the surrounding areas. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or another location you choose, and deliver it directly to your destination address.

How it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to you, making the process as convenient as possible.

Important note: In some Virginia Beach neighborhoods, large car carriers may face restrictions due to narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or tight turns. If your location isn’t accessible for a full-size carrier, don’t worry—our driver will contact you to arrange a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center parking lot or gas station. This is common in residential areas and ensures your vehicle stays protected.

Door-to-door service eliminates the need for you to drive to a terminal, saving you time and hassle whether you’re shipping to or from Virginia Beach.

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!