{"id":1529,"date":"2021-05-21T17:34:30","date_gmt":"2021-05-21T16:34:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autoshippers.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1529"},"modified":"2021-05-21T17:34:32","modified_gmt":"2021-05-21T16:34:32","slug":"the-six-top-tips-for-shipping-a-classic-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autoshippers.co.uk\/blog\/the-six-top-tips-for-shipping-a-classic-car","title":{"rendered":"The Six Top Tips for Shipping a Classic Car"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s hard not to stop, point and\nexclaim \u2018look!\u2019 when a gorgeous, timeless vintage car toots past us. They are a\nreal treasure and sought after worldwide, which leads us to international car\nshipping. After all, how else are you going to find that amazing, sleek classic\ncar and make sure it\u2019s parked in your own garage soon?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re planning on shipping a classic<\/a> car due to relocation, selling, restoration or maybe to add it to a museum collection, there are some important factors to consider. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you send it on its merry way,\nyou need to look at the vehicle\u2019s value, rarity, and overall condition. This\nmay determine how you choose to ship your antique wheeled gem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is everything you need to know about shipping a classic car overseas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insurance, Tax and MOT <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first thing to do is take a look\nat your insurance policy. For shipping cars internationally, you need a special\nkind of insurance called Marine Insurance that provides protection and secure\ncover. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marine Insurance is separate from\nyour standard motor insurance policy that allows you to drive your vehicle on\nthe road. It\u2019s essential to check with your current motor insurance provider to\nsee if they offer extended cover for you to drive your car overseas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re planning on driving the\nvehicle to the port, you\u2019ll need a current MOT and road tax in place. On the\nother hand, there are convenient services that offer collection from the port\nwhich means you only need a valid MOT and no road tax. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If it doesn\u2019t have an MOT, don\u2019t\nworry, it can still get from A to B using a full transporter service to avoid\ndriving it on the road at either end of the journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inoperable Cars Can be Shipped<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Looking for a fixer-upper? If your car is out of\naction, you can still ship it. Regardless of whether it can be driven, there\nare means of transporting your vehicle; it just needs to be handled a little\ndifferently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Collection of non-operable vehicles can be arranged,\noffering safe and efficient loading and transportation of your classic, vintage\ncar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For vehicles without functioning brakes, they will have to be shipped in a personal or shared container. For cars with operating brakes, it is possible to use a RoRo service (roll on roll off). However, RoRo is limited to operable cars as the vehicle will need to be driven onto the deck – so it\u2019s best to check before if this is an option for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Best Method to Use <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re wondering \u2018how much does it cost to ship a classic car?\u2019, it all depends on how you choose to do it. There are many fantastic options accessible to us for shipping a classic car<\/a>. Here are a couple of the top choices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

RoRo car shipping services<\/a> (roll on roll off) makes shipping a classic car<\/strong> incredibly easy. Your vehicle is simply driven onto the ship and driven off when it reaches its destination port. It\u2019s fast, affordable and a top choice for people choosing to ship their vintage vehicles overseas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a little extra protection, or if you\u2019re shipping more than one car, you may want to consider container car shipping<\/a>. With that extra space, you can also ship any parts or accessories at the same time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For some people transporting a vintage car, air freight shipping<\/a> services are sometimes favoured because it offers maximum protection for your vehicle, fast transit times and complete peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whichever method you go for, know that your vehicle is in safe hands, and shipping professionals know exactly what they\u2019re doing when it comes to handling even the most prized vintage cars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prices can be found online. Check out our prices<\/a> for an example\nof low rates and fast shipment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspect and document <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you ship off your vintage vehicle, be sure to\ninspect it thoroughly. If in doubt, it\u2019s best to consult with a mechanic for a\nprofessional inspection to record any unique quirks or existing damage. This\nway, you\u2019ll have evidence of the condition of the vehicle should the unlikely\nevent of damage occur in transit or upon delivery to you or its awaiting owner.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019d rather do this yourself, you can locate any\nissues using a specific manual dedicated to your vintage vehicle. Make sure to\ntake some photos of the car to back up any comments and attach dates to these\nfor reliable evidence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prepare the vehicle <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve chosen your shipping provider and carried\nout all the necessary checks, you have to start preparing your vehicle for\ndispatch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This includes removing all personal belongings from\ninside the vehicle and giving it a thorough clean. This is essential as storing\nextra items in the vehicle is not permitted and could damage the car during\ntransit. Don\u2019t forget the outside too! You will need to fold in the mirrors and\neither pop down or remove the antenna and place it in the glove box or boot\nwhile the car is in transit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be sure to follow the advice of your shipping company\nlike how much fuel to leave in your tank. There are strict guidelines on this,\nso it\u2019s essential to check before sending your vehicle off for loading. The\nfuel available in the tank should be just enough to get the car on and off the\nship during transport. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, carry out any maintenance checks. This\nincludes tire and brake checks and ensuring the battery is fully charged to\nensure a smooth transit for everyone involved. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Work with the professionals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to shipping a classic car, trust the experts. Working with dedicated, reliable shipping professionals can make for a stress-free and straightforward experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Autoshippers, we have years of experience shipping some of the most illustrious vintage cars around; we almost wish we could keep them. We take care of the vehicle and all of the paperwork involved, so you can enjoy efficient shipping without the hassle every time. If you\u2019re planning on shipping a classic car, contact<\/a> Autoshippers and we\u2019ll take care of the rest. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s hard not to stop, point and exclaim \u2018look!\u2019 when a gorgeous, timeless vintage car toots past us. They are a real treasure and sought after worldwide, which leads us to international car shipping. After all, how else are you going to find that amazing, sleek classic car and make sure it\u2019s parked in your […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1530,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"categories":[28,30,62],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nThe top six tips for shipping a classic car - Autoshippers<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"How much does it cost to ship a classic car? 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