Preparing your vehicle for transport from Washington to Pennsylvania is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including items in the glove box and trunk. Carriers are not insured for personal property.

Clean your car: Wash your vehicle inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage during the pre-transport inspection.

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

Remove or secure loose parts: Take off custom accessories, spoilers, or anything that might fall off. Retract antennas and fold in mirrors.

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

Have keys ready: Provide one working key to the driver. Keep a spare for yourself.

For complete preparation details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures your car arrives safely in Pennsylvania.

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

Before your car leaves Washington, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. This coverage protects your vehicle throughout the entire journey to Pennsylvania.

For added protection, all our carriers name Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we can directly access coverage details if needed.

Your vehicle is protected from pickup in Washington until delivery at your Pennsylvania destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during your cross-country move.

For car shipping from Washington to Pennsylvania, 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 pricing: Carriers can bundle your vehicle with other shipments heading east
• More pickup dates: You’ll have multiple time slots to choose from
• Less stress: Avoid last-minute rush fees and limited availability

If you’re moving during peak seasons (summer months or winter holidays), consider booking 3-4 weeks ahead. For urgent shipments, we can often arrange pickup within 3-5 days, though expedited service costs more.

Pro tip: Book as early as possible, but don’t worry if you need faster service – Sherpa Auto Transport works with a large network of carriers to meet tight deadlines when needed.

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 budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer with other vehicles, exposed to weather and road debris. This works great for most everyday cars and saves you money.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs about 40-60% more than open transport, but it’s worth it for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs that need extra protection during the long trip from Washington to Pennsylvania.

For most people shipping standard vehicles, open transport is perfectly safe and reliable. Choose enclosed transport if your car is worth over $50,000 or has sentimental value you can’t replace. See our complete open vs enclosed auto transport guide for more details on which option fits your needs and budget.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers convenient door-to-door auto transport service from Washington to Pennsylvania. When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup address in Washington and delivery address in Pennsylvania. Our carrier will come directly to your location to collect your vehicle and deliver it right to your door.

This service saves you time and hassle – no need to drive to terminals or depots. However, if your street has restrictions like low-hanging branches, narrow roads, or weight limits, our driver may suggest a nearby safe location like a shopping center or gas station for pickup or delivery.

Door-to-door service is included in most of our Washington to Pennsylvania auto transport quotes at no extra charge, making it both convenient and cost-effective for your cross-country move.

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!