Ship Cars in Containers: International Car Shipping Rates
The same due-diligence you apply to finding the perfect classic car, we put into ensuring your car is loaded inside a container safely and securely.
“No two cars are alike, and each one requires a white glove service during loading and unloading on the other side.” - Alex Naumov, COO of West Coast Shipping
Our experienced team in California and New Jersey can load cars, motorcycles, parts, pallets, boxes, and household goods into shipping containers. When you ship in a container you also have the ability to place items inside the vehicle without any extra charges.
Wholesale Client?
We offer wholesale pricing to customers who have 3-4 cars to ship in a single container.
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Shipping Container Specifications
Knowledge of container capacity is one of many variables involved in the logistics of international car shipping. A reliable car shipping company like West Coast Shipping can optimally pack and crate vehicles according to their desired use and destination requirements. Classic cars may require more space, racking and safe handling provisions while other vehicles may be good candidates for consolidated shipping. Let us know what you need and we’ll optimize your international car shipping experience.
20ft Container Specifications
STANDARD 20′ | ||
INSIDE LENGTH | 19’4″ | 5.89 m |
INSIDE WIDTH | 7’8″ | 2.33 m |
INSIDE HEIGHT | 7’10″ | 2.38 m |
DOOR WIDTH | 7’8″ | 2.33 m |
DOOR HEIGHT | 7’6″ | 2.28 m |
CAPACITY | 1,172 ft³ | 33.18 m³ |
TARE WEIGHT | 4,916 lb | 2,229 kg |
MAX. CARGO | 47,999 lb | 21,727 kg |
40ft Container Specifications
HIGH CUBE 40′ | ||
INSIDE LENGTH | 39’5″ | 12.01 m |
INSIDE WIDTH | 7’8″ | 2.33 m |
INSIDE HEIGHT | 8’10′ | 2.69 m |
DOOR WIDTH | 7’8″ | 2.33 m |
DOOR HEIGHT | 8’5″ | 2.56 m |
CAPACITY | 2,694 ft³ | 76.28 m³ |
TARE WEIGHT | 8,750 lb | 3,968 kg |
MAX. CARGO | 58,450 lb | 26,512 kg |
45ft Container Specifications
STANDARD 45′ | ||
INSIDE LENGTH | 44'6" | 13.56 m |
INSIDE WIDTH | 7'7''' | 2.35 m |
INSIDE HEIGHT | 8'7'' | 2.70 m |
DOOR WIDTH | 7'-8 1/8" | 2.34 m |
DOOR HEIGHT | 8'-6" | 2.59 m |
CAPACITY | 3,040 ft³ | 86 m³ |
TARE WEIGHT | 10,360 lb | 4,699 kg |
MAX. CARGO | 71,500 lb | 32,432 kg |

Wholesale Car Import & Export Solutions
We work closely with large dealers, auctions, wholesales and event organizers to provide turn-key solutions for their vehicle shipping needs worldwide.
- End-to-End solutions between the US and the world
- Vehicle collections
- Private secure locations in CA, FL, NJ
- Vehicle and parts storage
- Last mile delivery
- Option to use your carrier bookings
- Expedited Air Freight options