Classic Car Ocean & Air Freight & Customs Clearance
International vehicle transport by sea and air – with complete customs clearance. From Stuttgart to Scottsdale, from Munich to Monaco.
International transports are complex
Your classic car needs to be shipped from Germany to the USA. Or a rare collector’s piece needs to come from Dubai to Europe. Sounds simple – but it isn’t. Export documents, customs tariffs, import regulations, veteran vehicle rules, container loading, insurance...
At Classic Car Service, you don’t have to worry about any of that. We handle the entire process – from pickup at your home to delivery at the destination, including all paperwork and formalities.
Everything from one source
From ocean freight to air freight to complete customs clearance – we cover every step of your international vehicle transport.
Ocean Freight
Shipping by container (FCL/LCL), RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) or breakbulk. We organize the optimal loading method depending on vehicle type, condition, and destination port. Including professional cargo securing and container loading.
Air Freight
Air cargo for urgent and high-value vehicles. Express transfers within 2 to 5 days. Ideal for trade shows, events, VIP vehicles, or time-critical overseas transports.
Customs Clearance
Complete customs documentation for export and import. Export declarations, commercial invoices, certificates of origin, CARNET ATA/TIR. We know the requirements of every destination country and prepare all documents.
Import Duties & Clearance
Calculation and processing of import duties and import VAT. Temporary import for trade shows and events. Special regulations for veteran and historic vehicles when importing into the EU.
Door to Door Service
From pickup at your doorstep to delivery at the destination. We coordinate pre- and post-carriage, port logistics, loading, and last mile. One contact for the entire route.
Insurance & Documentation
Marine insurance for the entire transport route. Condition reports at pickup and delivery. Photographic documentation and seamless tracking.
Express transfers within a few days
For high-value and time-critical vehicles
Ocean freight or air freight?
Both routes have advantages. We advise you on which is right for your situation.
Ocean Freight
- Cost-effective for long distances
- Ideal for overseas (USA, Middle East, Asia)
- Container or RoRo available
- Transit time: 2 to 6 weeks depending on route
Long-term planned transports, collector vehicles, relocations
Air Freight
- Fastest transport method
- Ideal for urgent transfers
- Highest security
- Transit time: 2 to 5 days internationally
Urgent transports, trade shows, events, VIP vehicles
Customs clearance without the headache
Export Documentation
Export declarations, commercial invoices, certificates of origin – we prepare all documents.
Import Clearance
Calculation of duties and import VAT. Processing at the customs office.
Country-Specific Regulations
Every country has its own rules. We know the requirements from USA to UAE.
Veteran Vehicle Status
Special regulations for historic vehicles on import – we advise you.
Request international transport professionally handled
Whether ocean freight to the USA or air freight to Dubai – we provide you with a customized quote with all costs transparently itemized.
Certified Quality & Safety
Service Emergency
Immediate help with breakdowns, urgent transports or unforeseen situations – around the clock, 365 days a year.