Our team has been in the car shipping industry for a long time. We worked for some of the largest brokers and knew there was a better way to do things.

So we set out to create a company that would be different. We want to walk you through how the process works and we guarantee to match any price you hear from a competitor.

We’re a scrappy team that looks forward to earning your business.

Preparing your car for the Seattle to Los Angeles route is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your vehicle – carriers aren’t insured for personal belongings, and items can shift during the 1,100+ mile journey.

Clean your car inside and out before pickup. This helps you spot any existing damage during the inspection. Take photos of all sides, including close-ups of any scratches or dents.

Make sure your car is in good running condition with less than a quarter tank of gas (this reduces weight and meets safety requirements). Remove or secure loose parts like spoilers, bike racks, or toll transponders that could get damaged on the highway.

Have a spare key ready for the driver – they’ll need it to load and unload your vehicle. Finally, disable your car alarm to prevent issues during transport.

For a complete checklist and more detailed tips, check out our Vehicle Shipping Guide. Following these steps will help ensure your car arrives safely in LA.

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

Before your Seattle to Los Angeles car shipment begins, we check that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. This protects your vehicle for the entire 1,135-mile journey down the I-5 corridor.

What this means for you:

• Your car is covered against damage during loading, transport, and unloading
• Protection applies whether you’re moving from Capitol Hill to Hollywood or Bellevue to Santa Monica
• No hidden insurance fees – coverage is included in your quote

We recommend taking photos of your vehicle before pickup in Seattle. This helps document your car’s condition and speeds up any potential claims process once you reach Los Angeles.

For car shipping from Seattle to Los Angeles, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This popular route gets busy, especially during peak moving seasons (summer and fall).

Booking early helps you in three key ways:

• Better rates: Carriers can group your car with others heading south
• More carrier options: You’ll have access to reliable drivers before they fill up
• Flexible timing: You can choose pickup dates that work best for your schedule

If you need faster service, we can often arrange pickup within a few days, but expect to pay rush fees. The Seattle to LA route is one of the busiest on the West Coast, so early planning saves you money and stress.

Pro tip: Avoid booking during the first week of each month when demand peaks due to lease renewals and job relocations.

We accept all forms of payment. We can arrange credit cards or arrange for you to pay the carrier directly through cash/certified check. We even accept payment via Cash/Zelle/Venmo.

Your shipment with SAKAEM includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If your shipment includes ocean transit (Hawaii shipments), your vehicle must be emptied of all items. SAKAEM and your assigned carrier are not responsible for personal items left inside your vehicle. See our Auto Transport Process Article for more details.

A designated (adult) must be present at pickup and delivery. 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.

When shipping your car from Seattle to Los Angeles, you have two main options:

Open Auto Transport is the most popular choice. Your car travels on an open trailer alongside other vehicles. It costs less and offers faster pickup times. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but damage is rare. This works great for everyday vehicles.

Enclosed Auto Transport protects your car inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport and has fewer available carriers. Choose this for:

• Classic or luxury cars
• Vehicles worth over $50,000
• Cars with custom paint or modifications
• Convertibles or low-clearance sports cars

For the Seattle to LA route, both options are widely available. Most customers choose open transport to save money. The 1,135-mile journey typically takes 3-5 days regardless of which option you pick.

Not sure which is right for you? Contact our team for a free quote on both options.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA. This means we’ll pick up your car from your home or office in Seattle and deliver it directly to your chosen address in Los Angeles.

When you book with Sakaem Logistics, simply provide us with your pickup address in Seattle and delivery address in LA. Our carrier will come to you – no need to drive to a terminal or depot.

Sometimes, large trucks can’t access certain streets due to low bridges, narrow roads, or parking restrictions. If this happens, don’t worry. Your driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. This keeps your car safe and the process smooth.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle on this 1,135-mile journey between Seattle and Los Angeles. You get maximum convenience while we handle the logistics.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, electric vehicles, vans and motorcycles across all 48 continental states + Hawaii. Our services even provide shipment for golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship vehicles that don’t run so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. The only exception is boats, which we do not transport.

Visit SAKAEM Logistics’ FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!