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Shipping Car Overseas from California

Published by Joe Webster.

California (CA), USA

Shipping Car Overseas from California

Shipping Cars Overseas From California

Shipping a car to another country from the coast of California is best done through a professional auto carrier. Trying to ship a car to another country any other way is nearly impossible, especially without the help of experienced professionals. You need a lot to complete an international transport. It would cost way more to try and carry out the shifting alone than it would to hire those already established in the industry.

Estimating the cost of transport cannot be done without supplying the transit company with a few details. Then, they’ll take that information and give you a quote for their hauling services.

How To Get An Honest Total For Your Worldwide Transit Out Of The Area

As you search online for the most reputable carriers nearby to shift a vehicle to another nation, narrow your results to a few selected carriers. Look for certain qualities that stand out. Read over any reviews and testimonials you find too. This will give you a better idea of how well the company operates.

Contact the movers that you feel possess all the right qualities. As you do this, expect to answer a few questions. By answering the questions in as much detail as possible, it’ll be easier for the removalist to give you a true quote.

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Some Information You Will Need To Provide

  • Vehicle Make and Model
  • Vehicle’s Weight
  • Distance of Transport
  • Desired Shipping Services

After the information needed is provided, the hauler will calculate the most honest quote possible for your car’s repositioning. Although you are given a quote for the transit of your vehicle, expect to pay taxes and duties on the dispatching process. This could cost more than the services through the dispatcher. Call the embassy of the country to find out what the current tax and duty rates are months before the delivery date. You’ll have to provide Customs with proof that these were paid off.

Ways To Shift A Vehicle Global

There are two common repositioning methods that most customers purchase for the transit of their vehicles. These services include open-air and enclosed delivery services. Both of them are great methods of hauling a motor overseas, but RO/RO shifting is an open-air service that tends to cost much less and be just as effective. Most relocating companies will suggest enclosed delivery methods for vehicles of higher value. It offers more protection from outdoor elements like poor weather conditions. Nonetheless, your transporter will provide you with insurance coverage as required by California state law.

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Joe Webster always knew the auto transport industry would be a great career option. And with decades of experience, Joe is now an established consultant for A1 Auto Transport.

Joe was born in Santa Cruz, California. During high school, Joe worked as a mechanic; a job continued to work part-time during his bachelor's degree.

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