US Car Export Customs: Verifying Vehicle Values Before Shipping | 2026 Guide
By Alex Naumov on July 27, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Every car exported from the US goes through an export validation check before it's cleared for shipping overseas. CBP officers review the title, any applicable lienholder release, the seller and buyer details, and the declared value on every single vehicle leaving the country. From a …
Rare Classic Muscle Cars and Their Modern Counterparts: Values & Import Costs | 2026 Guide
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on July 14, 2026 at 6:37 AM
The Yenko Camaro prototype sold for $1,815,000 at Mecum Kissimmee in January, the most expensive Camaro ever auctioned. Four months later, a 1969 Camaro ZL1 brought $1,430,000 at Indy. Behind every number like these sits the same story: the muscle cars pulling seven figures today were …
Proving Your Car Is American: Italy Issues the First Ruling on the 0% Duty | 2026 Update
By Dmitriy Shibarshin, Alex Naumov on July 10, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Import US Cars Into EU: Certificate of Origin Rules | 2026 The 0% EU duty on US-built cars is now law. Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 published in the Official Journal on June 30 and took effect July 1, which means every US-origin vehicle clearing an EU port today can land duty free. The q …
Volvo 1800 Buyer's Guide: What to Pay, What to Check, and Why So Many Leave the US | 2026 Guide
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on June 30, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Yes, it's a bold claim to make. Especially when you stack a Volvo up against legendary Ferraris, Alfa Romeos, and Jaguars. But a driver-quality Volvo 1800ES trades in the low $20,000s, and even a sharp early coupe sits in the mid $30,000s. Using our list of recommended tools to calcul …
What Duties Do I Pay Today To Import Race Cars To The USA?
By Dmitriy Shibarshin, Alex Naumov on June 5, 2026 at 3:27 PM
Race Car and Track-Only Car Import Duties Today: What Section 122 Means for Your Build | 2026 Guide After months of shifting guidance on Section 232, reciprocal tariffs, and classic‑car exemptions, many importers are asking a simple question: “If my car clears US customs today, what d …
Someone Overseas Wants to Buy Your Car: A US Seller's Guide to Escrow and Pickup | 2026 Guide
By Alex Naumov on May 28, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Someone in Belgium just won your 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback on Bring a Trailer for $58,000. They want to wire the funds through a US shipping company you have never heard of, send a driver to your house in the next three days, and take the car straight to a warehouse in California. If …
Guatemala Car Shipping Documents Checklist for 2026 Imports
By Alex Naumov on May 11, 2026 at 11:03 AM
Shipping a car to Guatemala from the United States involves more paperwork than most people expect. The documentation requirements span both the U.S. export side and the Guatemalan import side, and a single missing document can delay customs clearance by days or longer. This checklist …
Ship Cars To El Salvador 2026: Complete Guide & Requirements
By Alex Naumov on May 1, 2026 at 7:50 AM
Shipping a car to El Salvador from the United States involves navigating specific customs regulations and documentation requirements. Whether you're relocating, buying a vehicle from a U.S. auction, or importing for commercial purposes, understanding El Salvador's current import regul …
Can I Ship Salvage Cars To El Salvador? 2026 Complete Guide
By Alex Naumov on May 1, 2026 at 7:41 AM
Shipping a salvage car to El Salvador presents unique challenges and restrictions that potential importers must carefully consider before purchasing damaged vehicles from U.S. auctions. While the prospect of importing a salvage vehicle may seem financially attractive, El Salvador's st …
UK MSVA Guide for Harley-Davidson Imports
By Alex Naumov on January 27, 2026 at 7:50 AM
Bringing a Harley-Davidson into the UK from the USA is more than just getting it on a ship. To ride legally on UK roads, most U.S.-spec Harleys need to pass the Motorcycle Single Vehicle Approval (MSVA) test, satisfy DVSA technical requirements, and then be registered with the DVLA. T …