Edmonds, WA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Edmonds, WA is simple. Follow these key steps:

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

Clean your vehicle: Wash your car so you can document its condition with photos before shipping.

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

Secure or remove accessories: Remove or secure antennas, spoilers, bike racks, and roof racks that could be damaged during transit.

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 driver.

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Proper preparation ensures a smooth pickup from Edmonds and safe delivery to your destination.

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

Before your shipment, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is valid and current. All contracted carriers also list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy, giving you an extra layer of protection.

When the driver picks up your vehicle in Edmonds, you’ll receive a copy of their insurance certificate. We recommend reviewing it and keeping it with your shipment paperwork for your records.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Edmonds, WA at least 1-2 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and pair your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

Booking early offers several benefits:

• Better pricing: Last-minute bookings often cost more due to limited availability
• More carrier options: You’ll have access to more qualified carriers
• Flexible scheduling: You can choose pickup dates that work best for you

If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickups within 2-5 days, though this may come at a premium. For the best rates and widest selection of carriers, book as early as possible—especially during peak moving seasons like summer and early fall.

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 open-air trailers that carry multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but it’s the most affordable and common option. Most cars shipped to and from Edmonds travel this way safely.

Enclosed auto transport uses fully covered trailers that protect your vehicle from the elements. This costs 40-60% more than open transport but provides extra protection for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom features.

For most standard vehicles, open transport is perfectly safe and cost-effective. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a high-value car, antique, exotic vehicle, or anything with a custom paint job that needs maximum protection. Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for Edmonds, WA residents. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or business and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our carrier will come right to you in Edmonds, saving you time and hassle.

Important to know: Some Edmonds neighborhoods have narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or tight turns that large car carriers can’t navigate safely. If your location isn’t accessible for an 18-wheeler, don’t worry. Our driver will arrange a convenient nearby meeting spot, like a shopping center parking lot or gas station. This is standard practice and ensures your vehicle stays safe during loading.

Door-to-door service is included in your quote at no extra charge. It’s the most popular option because it offers maximum convenience for your car shipping needs.

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!