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Car Shipped to Europe: 2003 BMW Z8
By Alex Naumov on November 10, 2015 at 12:07 PM
2003 BMW Z8 - the modern classic. Inspired by the stunning BMW 507, the Henrik Fisker designed BMW Z8 sought to replicate the look and feel of an old school German roadster.
How To Import You Car To The EU Tax Free
By Alex Naumov on October 28, 2015 at 10:45 AM
How to avoid paying VAT and duty tax when importing your car to Europe. If you are permanently moving to one of the 28 member states of the European Union you may be able to avoid VAT and customs duties on the personal vehicle you bring with you.
Classic Ferrari Shipped Overseas: 1979 Ferrari 512 BB
By Alex Naumov on October 23, 2015 at 5:00 AM
Source: Sportscardigest.com 1979 Ferrari 512 BB serial number 28053. The growing classic car market has brought about another exciting Ferrari for export. This one came with a center mounted 12 cylinder engine that is guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
The Booming Business Of International Car Shipping To Jordan
By Alex Naumov on September 30, 2015 at 10:15 AM
Who would have thought that one of the most environmentally progressive countries was located in the Middle East? For the past 5 years, Jordan has lead the way in encouraging the import of environmentally friendly vehicles. By slashing sales tax and reducing import duties, the demand …
More Than 9,200 Cars Shipped To China During Q2 2015
By Alex Naumov on August 13, 2015 at 2:10 PM
The latest international car shipping data for China is now available. Over 9,400 cars were shipped in containers from the US to China during the second quarter of 2015, a 42% increase over the first quarter. It places China as the second most popular destination for containerized US …
United Arab Emirates Remains Top US Car Importer in Q2 2015
By Alex Naumov on August 12, 2015 at 1:34 PM
With nearly 21,000 containerized cars shipped from the US, the United Arab Emirates remained as the top destination during the second quarter of 2015. International car traders shipped 19% more cars to customers in the UAE when compared to the second quarter of last year. In fact, it …
What Affects Ground Transportation Rates In The U.S.?
By Alex Naumov on July 16, 2015 at 2:05 PM
Shippers are paying more to move cars in the United States. Should transporting a car within the United States be quick and inexpensive? We do our best to make sure it is, but sometimes the market dictates its own terms. Whether its new regulations, shifting seasons, rising diesel pri …
Classic Car Exports to the Middle East
By Alex Naumov on July 13, 2015 at 5:20 PM
At West Coast Shipping, we believe that keeping international car traders up to date on trends is another way in which we can help grow their business. With our access to US international car shipping data, we are able to analyze and inform dealers of upcoming changes in the global au …
UK Imported 51 Percent More US Cars During Q1 2015
By Alex Naumov on June 22, 2015 at 11:49 AM
Rising classic car values continue to draw enthusiasts and investors from the United Kingdom. During the first quarter of 2015, the UK imported 51 percent more vehicles from the US when compared to Q1 of last year. Despite an unfavorable market for US exports, over 1,800 vehicles were …
Demand for Classic Cars Overseas Continues to Grow
By Alex Naumov on June 3, 2015 at 6:07 PM
The first quarter of the year presented a challenging set of circumstances for international auto traders. The West coast port labor fiasco caused backlogs and massive delays for shippers, while the strong US dollar curbed demand in certain markets. International car shipping companie …