| ign="center"> | | | | Step four: Gather proof of ownership documents for |
| Due to overseas restrictions. It can be very difficult | | | | customs. They must either be original or certified |
| to ship your car overseas. You can expedite the | | | | copies of the title. For a vehicle owned by a 3rd |
| process by deciding the proper auto shipper | | | | party. Then you'll need to get something called a |
| company. You will need... The US state dept., bids and | | | | notarized lean holder letter. This authorizes the car to |
| references, internet access, mechanic, proof of | | | | leave the country. |
| ownership documents, metal shipping container, | | | | Step five: You should get your vehicle ready for |
| marine insurance. | | | | transport. Have your local mechanic check the |
| Step one: Learn if your car is legally accepted | | | | battery, brakes and exhaust system. To make sure |
| overseas by calling the US state department hotline | | | | that it runs. Remove personnel items that can be |
| for American travelers. There are entry restrictions | | | | stolen such as hub caps, floor mats and tools. |
| for some vehicles into some nations. Tinted windows | | | | Step six: Damages may happen during sea transport. |
| and white headlights are common examples of car | | | | So you may want to get marine insurance. If you |
| features unacceptable for entry. | | | | have auto shipper insurance. You may not be |
| Step two: Go online and get at least three car | | | | covered for ocean transit. Be sure to check with |
| transport quotes and compare there auto shipper | | | | your auto insurance company to see if your vehicle is |
| bids and references. | | | | covered for ocean transit. |
| Step three: Before you make commitment with the | | | | Step seven: Ask your auto shipper company about |
| auto shipper company. Make sure you see there | | | | using a metal shipping container for transit. |
| insurance certificate and safety record at the DOT. | | | | This auto shipper article is by article by Nich R. |