DATE: 08/08/19
Let’s face it, shipping an expensive car can be a pain, especially if you’re moving a valuable vehicle to a foreign country. If you are an avid car collector who just purchased a new prized possession in the Caribbean, or a car connoisseur who finally put down some money on a car you always wanted, you may find yourself in a bit of a quandary. How do you move your valuable car across the ocean?
You’d be surprised how often car collectors find themselves in such a fix.
Shipping a car via ocean shipping is a risky move, as this can be more dangerous for your vehicle since ocean shipping is not as smooth as other forms of shipping. Air shipping solutions can help with your predicament.
In many scenarios, air shipping a car is your only and best option for shipping a vehicle to or from South America or the Caribbean. Amerijet makes shipping a car easy by offering reliable and affordable ways to transport a car for your collection, or for your next night out.
Shipping a car can be an expensive and risky proposition. However, shipping a car may be your only option if you just purchased a vehicle from abroad or from an out-of-country private seller.
While shipping a car might not be difficult, there are some things to keep in mind; it is not the same as shipping a package. Shipping a car is bulkier, more expensive, and can take more time for shipping.
You’ll need to plan well in advance and determine the timeframe required for loading and delivery, as sending a car internationally can take up to eight weeks. Unforeseen delays may impede your delivery, so patience is crucial. If you are unable to be waiting for it on the other side, make sure a trusted representative is available to receive the vehicle when it arrives.
Choosing a company that takes pride in the shipping of cars will help you protect your investment by making sure that all of your needs are met throughout the entire transportation process when shipping your car to another country. You will need to ensure that your vehicle is properly insured during transport since you are shipping a particularly valuable or antique car, it is suggested to insure the vehicle for its appraised value before you start the shipping process.
According to U.S. News, you should check your own insurance policy to see what coverage you have, and ask the shipping company about its liability insurance coverage. Most reputable carriers will have $50,000 to $1,000,000 in coverage, but it doesn’t hurt to double-check to make sure that your vehicle is all set for shipping.
You will need to pay taxes, duties, and customs charges on cars that have been purchased internationally. Since you own the vehicle, different regulations and procedures may apply depending on the country you are shipping to. It is important to understand the vehicle import laws, let the shipping company help you with the required documentation and provide you with a clear understanding of the local laws and regulations.
When you are shipping a car, it is important to choose the right company that will give you the best service for a competitive price. You need to be able to track your car, which will give you peace of mind; and you need to be able to talk to customer support, so they handle any of your concerns. At Amerijet, we offer online shipment tracking that keeps you up to date with where your car is at during the whole process; and we offer renowned customer service that’s here to answer any and all of your shipping questions.
The company that you choose should be involved in the process from beginning to end and be able to give you information on import duties and customs for the country that you are shipping to.
In order for you to have peace of mind, you should empty your vehicle before it’s loaded onto a carrier. This is because carrying extra items can compromise the shipment’s safety and the goods inside may become jostled and damaged. Not to mention that it leaves your valuables vulnerable. The only thing your car needs is a quarter tank of fuel so that your car doesn’t run out of gas and get stuck when it’s time to leave the carrier.
The right shipping company will specialize and have experience in shipping cars overseas and be able to customize your shipment to meet your personal needs and that’s what you get with Amerijet.
We provide you with delivery information and will recommend a local customs broker to handle the customs clearance for your vehicle. Knowing when you need to pick up your car, how to pay, and which services are offered will give you everything that you need for an error-free shipment.
We offer in-transit updates, online shipment tracking, individual account management, 24/7 security and surveillance, and more.
To learn more about shipping a car with Amerijet contact us, get a quick shipping quote, or set up a MyCargo account.
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