How To: Shipment Of A Non Running Car From Hawaii

Shipment Of A Non Running Car From Hawaii

There are a few challenges that are specific to shipping a non-running car, and there are a few other challenges that come with shipping from Hawaii. In this article, we’ll take a look at both sides of the equation to explain to details of what’s involved with transporting a nonoperational vehicle from Hawaii to the mainland U.S.

The first thing you should know about shipping a vehicle to or from Hawaii, and it may be fairly obvious, is that transport must be done by boat. It’s important to keep in mind that this is a service that not every auto shipper will offer. Because this is the case, you must be discerning when assessing shippers and make sure they have the requisite experience and equipment to get the job done right.

When it comes to shipping a car from Hawaii by boat, there are two main methods of transport. (There may be limitations that come along with non running cars that limit which methods are available to you.) Non running cars are often moved in a shipping container, largely because it’s easier than moving the vehicle into the cargo area that’s typically used for “RORO” (roll on, roll off) transport.

Inoperable Vehicle Shipping To Or From Hawaii

In terms of pricing, most shipments from Hawaii to the mainland can be done, at least at the most basic level, at around $1,000 for a non-running car. This may fluctuate based on the time of year and relative business of the company you choose to do business with.

The aforementioned cost is for delivery to a West Coast location (usually Los Angeles or San Francisco but with other possibilities). The same shipping business can likely help you get your belongings to another region of the country, but keep in mind that doing so will cost you more money. The cost to transport between the two coasts of the United States might range from $1,600 to $2,500.

Another option that’s available when shipping an inoperable vehicle (or just about any vehicle, for that matter) is air freight. Basically, the car is loaded onto a transport plane and flown to its destination. As you might expect, this method costs substantially more than the standard ways, but it is an available option if convenience is at the top of your priority list. Air freight costs typically start out at several thousand dollars.

Do you have a non-running car you need shipped from Hawaii? Call us today at the number at the top of the page for a FREE cost estimate to any location! We’re happy to answer your questions and offer advice if you’re a first time shipper!