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Purchasing Classic Cars From Pebble Beach Auctions While Overseas
By Alex Naumov on July 21, 2015 at 7:29 AM
Record breaking auctions available for overseas buyers This summer, classic car collectors and enthusiasts around the world will set their eyes on a small coastal city in California known as Monterey. From August 10th to the 16th, Monterey will become host to some of the largest and m …
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 …
US Car Imports to Germany: 79 Percent Growth in Q1 2015
By Alex Naumov on June 9, 2015 at 6:19 AM
All the turmoil in the shipping industry couldn’t hinder Germany’s lust for US cars. In the first quarter, Germany imported over 6,600 cars from the US in containers. A 79 percent increase over 2014.
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 …
China Expected to Hold Talks on Legalizing Classic Car Imports
By Alex Naumov on May 22, 2015 at 11:24 AM
China may finally be on track to allowing classic cars to be permanently imported into the country. This September, Chinese lawmakers will hold talks to discuss opening up their borders to classic cars.
Classic Car Values in 2014
By Alex Naumov on March 31, 2015 at 2:07 PM
Photo: Frederik Hermann During the decade, classic car values have doubled and even tripled for certain models. Classic cars are now considered a more solid investment than gold, jewelry, wine, stamps and art. Total auction sales in the US have grown to $1.3 billion in 2014.
Paris Banning Classic Cars?
By Alex Naumov on March 23, 2015 at 12:44 PM
Record smog in Paris is forcing French lawmakers to create low emission zones. In a move to curb vehicle use by 2020, cars over 20 years old will have limited access to Paris. Will this move signal a ban on classic cars in city centers?
Preserving Classic Cars under the World Heritage Status
By Alex Naumov on March 20, 2015 at 2:28 PM
Protecting Classic Cars from Destruction There is no denying that cars have shaped history as we know it today. Since their invention over 130 years ago, they continue to hold social and historic value. Unfortunately not everyone sees it that way, as some classic cars are still ending …
A Strong Dollar & Slowing Exports Present an Opportunity For Car Importers
By Alex Naumov on February 2, 2015 at 12:11 PM
As the US dollar heads to the highest levels in more than a decade, it is resulting in the disruption of international car trade. Overseas buyers are having to spend more of their local currency to purchase cars from the US. Which is creating a perfect opportunity importing cars back …