Is cleaning the undercarriage required when importing cars?
To prevent dangerous pests from being imported with the car, the undercarriage of the car must be free of foreign soil as required by the US Department of Agriculture. This can be handled by steam-spraying the vehicle or a thorough cleaning prior to car shipment.
How much does it cost to import a car?
The cost to import a car varies depending on the origin and port of entry in the US. Terminal to terminal international car shipping prices can start at $1,849 and go up from there. Factors that affect the cost to import a vehicle include whether you insure your vehicle, require enclosed vehicle transport (for the domestic portion of transit), choose RoRo shipping, private or shared container shipping, or require any additional car transport services. You can request a car import rate using our quote form to quickly figure out your exact car import costs. Our professional car shipping company staff will provide you with a seamless vehicle import experience.
Can you import a new car to the USA from Europe?
The imported vehicle must be at least 25 years old if it was not manufactured in the USA unless it is being imported temporarily. If you are unsure of where the vehicle was manufactured, one of our shipping specialists can assist you. Please have the full VIN number of the car available so that we can better assist you.
Can you ship a European car to the USA? Does it need to comply with the Motor Vehicle Safety Act?
Vehicles imported to the United States must comply with the U.S. safety, bumper, and emission requirements under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act, Department of Transportation, and EPA requirements in order to make the vehicle eligible for shipping. Cars imported must be manufactured in the USA or be over 25 years old unless they are being imported temporarily. Contact us if you are unsure of where the vehicle was manufactured and one of our vehicle shipping specialists can assist you. Please have the full VIN number of the car available so that we can better assist you with questions about car imports.
