Spokane, WA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Spokane, WA is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your car – carriers are not responsible for personal belongings and they add extra weight. Take out any toll passes, GPS devices, and loose items that could shift during transport.

Clean your vehicle inside and out before pickup. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection. Make sure your car has less than a quarter tank of gas to reduce weight while still allowing the driver to load and unload your vehicle.

Remove or secure any exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could be damaged. Disable your car alarm and provide working keys to the carrier. Finally, take photos of your vehicle from all angles as documentation.

For complete preparation guidelines, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures smooth pickup and delivery for your Spokane car shipment.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Spokane, WA with Sherpa Auto Transport. We require all our carriers to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage that protects your vehicle throughout the entire transport process.

Here’s what covers your Spokane car shipment:

• $1,000,000 minimum liability insurance – Covers damages caused by the carrier
• $100,000 minimum cargo insurance – Protects your vehicle’s value during transport
• Verified coverage – We confirm each carrier’s insurance is active and valid before pickup

For added protection, all contracted carriers must list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we can directly verify coverage and help resolve any claims if needed.

Pro tip: Before your Spokane pickup, document your vehicle’s condition with photos. While our insurance provides excellent protection, having your own records makes the process even smoother.

For car shipping from Spokane, WA, we recommend booking 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 carrier availability: Spokane is a smaller market, so carriers need time to plan efficient routes
• Lower costs: Early bookings allow carriers to group shipments together, reducing your price
• More pickup date options: You’ll have flexibility to choose dates that work best for your schedule

If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup within 5-7 days, but expect higher costs and limited scheduling options. During peak seasons (summer and early fall), book even earlier to avoid delays.

Pro tip: Book as soon as you know your moving dates, even if they’re months away. You can always adjust details later.

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 transport is the most common and affordable option, where your vehicle is loaded onto an open trailer alongside other cars. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but this method is safe and reliable for most vehicles.

Enclosed transport costs 40-60% more but provides complete protection inside a covered trailer. This premium service is ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom modifications that need extra protection from the elements.

For most Spokane residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value. However, if you’re moving a high-value car or antique vehicle, enclosed transport provides peace of mind. Weather in Spokane and along shipping routes can be unpredictable, so consider your vehicle’s value and your comfort level with potential exposure.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide to help you choose the right option for your Spokane car shipment.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service to and from Spokane, WA. This means we pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or preferred location and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book your car shipment, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses in Spokane or your destination city. Our assigned carrier will coordinate with you to schedule pickup and delivery at these exact locations whenever possible.

However, some Spokane neighborhoods may have restrictions for large transport trucks, such as narrow streets, low-hanging branches, or residential parking limitations. If your specific address isn’t accessible for our carriers, don’t worry – we’ll work with you to find a safe, nearby alternative like a shopping center, gas station, or public parking area within a few blocks of your location.

This door-to-door service eliminates the hassle of driving to distant terminals, making your Spokane car shipping experience as smooth and convenient 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!