Frequently asked questions
Costs, condition, titles, seller info, shipping and staying safe when importing a car from US Copart & IAAI auctions.
How much does it cost to import a car from US auctions?
The all-in landed cost is the winning bid plus auction fees, US inland transport, ocean freight and destination customs (duty, excise, VAT, clearing). Our calculator shows every line before you bid, in USD and your local currency — no hidden fees.
Can I see the real final auction price before I buy?
Yes. Search any VIN for its auction sold-price history and full decode for free — you see what comparable cars actually sold for, before you commit. No 'pay first, see later'.
What does the title (salvage / clean) mean for me?
Every lot shows its title type and sale-document notes. Salvage/rebuilt titles are cheaper but restrict registration in some countries — we flag the title and help you check it's registrable where you live before you bid.
How do I know the real condition? What does 'Run & Drive' mean?
We show the original auction photos, primary and secondary damage on a visual damage map, loss type, airbag status and odometer with its actual/not-actual flag. 'Run & Drive' means it started and moved at intake — not a mechanical guarantee, so we help you read the signals.
Who is the seller — insurance or dealer?
Copart and IAAI hide the seller publicly; we surface it from auction history (insurance company vs. non-insurance dealer) so you know who you're buying from.
How long does shipping take?
Typically 4–8 weeks door-to-port depending on destination: US inland to the export port, ocean freight, then customs. You track the whole journey by VIN on one live timeline.
Do you bid and buy for me, or can I bid myself?
Both. Ask us to bid, buy and export on your behalf, or use the catalog and calculator to plan it yourself and we handle logistics. You choose your carrier — no forced shipping.
How do you protect me from hidden fees and scams?
Transparent all-in pricing before you bid, the seller and reserve/minimum shown openly, a free VIN report before payment, and proactive VIN tracking after — the opposite of the 'cat in a bag' experience buyers complain about.
Which countries do you ship to?
Europe (EU + Ukraine, Poland, the Baltics, Romania), Georgia, and beyond — with per-country customs built into the calculator. Ask us for any destination.
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