Buying a Car in Germany to Import to the USA: Complete 2026 Guide
By Alex Naumov on March 16, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Yes, you can buy a car in Germany and ship it to the United States, and the process comes down to five steps: buy the car with export paperwork, get it to Rotterdam, put it in a container, clear US customs (10% combined duty on an EU-built classic since July 24, 2026), and register it …
Toyota Supra Mk IV Buying Guide: Import Eligible 90s Car
By Alex Naumov on March 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM
320 horsepower, 0 to 60 mph in under 5 seconds and a 155 mph limiter: that is how Toyota describes the fourth-generation Supra Turbo it sold in the US from 1993 through the 1998 model year. Every US car is now past the 25-year rule, and the 1993 to 1996 cars are past the 30-year line …
Porsche 993 Turbo Buying Guide: Air-Cooled Legend
By Alex Naumov on March 7, 2025 at 9:35 AM
3.6 liters, two turbochargers, 408 PS and all-wheel drive: Porsche built the 911 Turbo (type 993) from 1995 to 1998, and it was the first 911 Turbo to drive all four wheels. Every one is now 28 to 31 years old and past the US 25-year rule, and the early cars have crossed the 30-year l …
Door-to-Door International Car Shipping: Benefits & Costs
By Alex Naumov on February 17, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Door-to-Door International Shipping Shipping a car internationally is a significant endeavor, and choosing the right service can make the difference between a seamless experience and a logistical nightmare.
International Car Shipping Costs: Country-by-Country Breakdown
By Alex Naumov on February 14, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Introduction Shipping a car internationally involves several factors that influence the total cost. From the shipping method to destination fees and import duties, understanding these costs can help you budget effectively and avoid surprises. In this guide, we’ll provide a detailed br …
Guide to Buying Salvage Cars at Insurance Auto Auctions in 2025
By Alex Naumov on February 11, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Introduction Insurance auto auctions are an integral part of the automotive market, providing a platform for buyers and sellers to transact vehicles that have been deemed salvage by insurance companies. These auctions present an opportunity to acquire vehicles at significantly lower p …
Salvage Car Value: How to Price a Salvage Title Car | 2026
By Alex Naumov on February 6, 2025 at 6:00 AM
80% of the cost of replacing the car. That is the repair bill at which Florida brands an uninsured damaged car a total loss, and it shows why the estimate on a Copart or IAA listing tells an overseas buyer so little: it is a US figure for a car that will be repaired, sold and register …
Salvage Car Auctions for International Buyers | 2026
By Alex Naumov on February 4, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Copart alone lists more than 400,000 vehicles on its site, and any of them can be bid on from abroad in a few clicks. Winning the lot is the easy part: the car only leaves the US once the title and the export filing have been in front of US Customs for 72 hours, so we think every inte …
What Are Salvage Cars? A Complete Guide
By Alex Naumov on February 1, 2025 at 9:12 AM
What Are Salvage Cars? Introduction In the automotive world, the term "salvage car" frequently circulates among buyers, dealers, and enthusiasts alike. A salvage car refers to a vehicle that has sustained significant damage, leading to its classification as such by insurance companies …
Car Auctions in the USA: How Overseas Buyers Bid and Ship | 2026
By Alex Naumov on January 26, 2025 at 10:36 AM
A US auction can sell you a car in minutes, but that car cannot go on a ship until the title is in hand and US Customs has seen both at least 72 hours before sailing. For a buyer overseas, the auction you pick decides your paperwork more than your price, and that is where we would sta …