Classic cars, motorcycles, valuable vehicles to Australia & New Zealand — shipped with expertise and care since 1998
Shipping a classic car or valuable vehicle to Australia? You need more than a freight forwarder pushing paperwork. You need specialists who understand that your '67 Mustang or vintage Land Rover isn't just cargo — it's a prized possession.
We ship our own classic cars and caravans between UK and Australia, so we know exactly what matters: proper securing, enclosed container protection, and careful handling at every stage. And because we're direct importers with shipping line accounts, you pay wholesale rates without the middleman markup.
Container shipping from £4,500 for a single vehicle. Transit time 8-16 weeks. Full marine insurance available.
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You deliver your vehicle to UK port (Southampton, Felixstowe, or Tilbury). You collect from AU/NZ port (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Auckland, etc.).
+£400-£1,200
We collect your vehicle from your UK location and deliver to port. You collect from AU/NZ port.
+£600-£1,500
You deliver to UK port. We arrange delivery from AU/NZ port to your destination address.
+£1,000-£2,700
We handle collection in UK and delivery in AU/NZ. Complete white-glove service.
| Vehicle Type | Container | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Single car/motorcycle (shared 20ft) | Shared 20ft | £4,500-£5,500 |
| Single large car (sole-use 20ft) | Sole 20ft | £6,500-£8,500 |
| Two cars (40ft container) | Sole 40ft | £8,500-£10,500 |
| Premium vehicle (>£50k value) | Custom | Custom quote |
Includes:
We guide you through all preparation requirements:
Your vehicle is loaded with care:
Complete peace of mind:
Customer: Classic car collector
Challenge: £45,000 restored vehicle, needed secure shipping without deck exposure
Solution: Sole-use 20ft container, professional securing, agreed value insurance at £45,000
Result: 9-week transit, arrived pristine condition, customer saved £2,000 vs. removals company quote
"I was nervous about shipping my restored Mustang to Australia, but SeaCrate made the whole process straightforward. They understood the value of the car and treated it with respect. Arrived in perfect condition, and I saved money compared to other quotes. Highly recommended for classic car shipping."
— David M., Melbourne
Yes, within reason. You can load spare parts, tools, and accessories that relate to the vehicle. These must be declared on the customs manifest. We don't recommend household goods, but vehicle-related items are fine.
Australian biosecurity is very strict. Your vehicle must be spotlessly clean — undercarriage, wheel wells, interior. No soil, seeds, or organic material. We provide a detailed cleaning checklist. Failure to clean properly results in £220+ fines at AU customs.
8-16 weeks depending on route and port. UK to Sydney/Melbourne is typically 10-12 weeks. This includes inland transport to UK port, sea transit, and customs clearance.
Marine cargo insurance up to £50,000 is included in our pricing. For higher value vehicles, we can arrange additional coverage. You'll need to provide proof of value (receipts, valuations, photos).
Yes, but it requires special handling. The vehicle needs to be loadable (steering works, brakes functional for safety). We'll arrange winching if needed. Additional charges may apply.
UK side: V5 logbook, proof of ownership, export declaration. AU/NZ side: Import approval, biosecurity clearance, customs declaration. We guide you through every document required.
RoRo exposes your vehicle to 8+ weeks of salt spray, weather, and deck conditions. For a restored classic or valuable vehicle, the risk isn't worth the small cost difference. Container shipping provides complete protection.
Yes! If you have a standard-sized vehicle, you can share a 20ft or 40ft container with another customer. This reduces your cost significantly. We handle all the coordination.
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