If you are ever looking to ship your car or motorhome overseas,or purchase a classic car over the internet, you need to considerhow much it will cost, and how you are going to go about seafreighting it.
There are many freight forwarding companies outthere, but not many whom are specialised in carshipping like Taurus Logistics. Make sure whomever you use,you understand all the terms on the quote, and if not have themexplain in writing what it all means. A good freight forwardershould total the quote for you and note any exceptions. Dependingon whether you are a buyer or a seller you need to consider whois paying for what, in respect to costs associated with shippingyour car. The easiest way as a seller is to sell the car Ex works, this means you do not need to trouble yourself withany of the details or costs for the sea freight.As a buyer Ex works is also preferable as it give you control over whomyou are using and makes sure there are no unforeseen costsinvolved. Buyers should also consider Marine Insurance Have theowner professionally steam clean and vacuum the car to remove ALLsoil and organic matter. Ship no personal effects or otherbelongings in the car Use a company that responds quickly to yourenquiries, and specialises in car shipping Look to purchase carsclose to a main sea port in the country of the seller. Or havethe seller responsible to get it to por. Keep all copies ofdocumentation like “bill of sale” etc. This will beneeded for your Customs clearance. Sellers should consider In theUSA power of Attorney will be needed to be give to the freight forwarder for the export documentation. You will needthe title of ownership to authorise export. Countries all havedifferent regulations regarding car importing so it is best youcheck these with your local vehicle authorities. If you need anyassistance feel free to contact the Author. richard.hack@tauruslogistics.co.nz
