Below we would like to address these issues in relationship to overseas car transport, vehicle shipping and boat transport from USA to other countries.

So you finally found on Ebay that 1958 Corvette you've been hunting for years. The car is in US, you live in Norway and don't speak a word in English. All of a sudden, people all over the world find themselves facing these problems they thought never existed. How to find the right car shipping company able to handle not only the car transport, but take care of all documentation, customs clearance, vehicle pick up and delivery, loading and maybe even inspecting the vehicle and providing the escrow service to keep your transaction secure, and all of this without the big price tag?..

Go ahead, jump on google and enter "international car shipping", "boat transport" or "RV Shipping". Hundreds of companies pop up; how to choose that special one who to entrust your precious cargo?..

Car shipping industry evolved during the past 5-10 years. Modern vehicle transport companies offer a wide range of services and options to the demanding customer. Whether you need an exotic car transport, antique or classic vehicle shipping services, or just want to move your family car overseas, you can always count on finding the right car transport company with a price package and shipping options designed to fit your needs and budget.

Fortunately, the availability of international car shipping services has never been better. It is advisable to determine before you investigate auto transport companies what type of services you are looking for. Some of the most common types of vehicle shipping services are containerized car shipping; Roll-on Roll-off (RO-RO) car shipping (enclosed or on the deck); door-to-door car transport, terminal-to-terminal transport, specialty car moving services (exotic auto transportation, non-operational vehicle transport, enclosed car transport etc); delivery to a specified location, storage needs etc. There are a host of international car transport services that offer worldwide vehicle transportation solutions to individuals. These companies specialize in reliable, efficient service with frequent departures from major U.S. ports.

Some basic options for the overseas transport of your car are shipping in an ocean container. This container can be delivered to your home and you can load the car yourself. In addition you can ship your personal items with your auto. For many world destinations container service is the only option available.

Keep in mind that loading the car in the container is not easy and it is advised to employ professionals. The ocean container sits on chassis about four feet above the ground, has no platforms, lift gates or ramps. The car needs to be secured, blocked, and braced inside the container. If you choose not to pack the ocean container yourself, your car can be delivered to the international car transport company's warehouse, where it will be loaded into the ocean container. Moreover, you can often only collect loss insurance if the container is professionally packed. On the brighter side, these loading charges will only be a small portion of your total shipping cost.

Take note that you will have to employ a trucking company to move the vehicle from your home to the international car transport company's warehouse. Once the container is loaded and delivered to the U.S. port, it will be transferred onto a ship going to your port of destination.

The other most popular option in international auto shipping is RO/RO, which stands for Roll-On/Roll-Off service and basically means that your car will be "rolled on" the ship at the port of origin and "rolled off" at the port of destination. This service is limited to only a select group of US ports and overseas destinations so contact your international car transport company for this information. If you are transporting your vehicle internationally, whether by land or sea, there are certain documents and information you will have to secure.

It is recommended to check on Customs regulations in the country to which you are traveling to avoid problems once your car arrives. Many international car transport companies will provide a list of Customs regulations foreign consulates and embassies are also a good resource for this information. Make note you will need the original title and a letter from the lien holder (if applicable), authorizing the exportation of the car.

If you purchased a car in US you will need the original title and a Bill of Sale. Most all countries require you to present bills of lading. It is best to obtain this information from your international car transport company so you will be properly prepared for entry into another country.

There are many international car transport companies out there today competing for your dollars it should not be a difficult task to locate a small reliable company that has the highest safety records, excellent customer service and is ready to do business with you. One of these companies is USAC International Shipping (http://usacintl.com/ ). Not only we will provide you with an experienced customer service representative to guide you through every pitfall of international car shipping to ensure your car moves in the safest and most economical manner, but also provide with free shipping quote estimate, so that you will know all your shipping costs upfront, without hidden fees or charges.

Packing always seems like a chore when trying to remember what to pack and deciding what to keep and lose so it doesn't clutter your new home. However, it has to be done. Make sure that you have decided on what to take to your new home and what to throw away long before you move so you won't be rushed into your decisions.

With the items that are in good condition but are not needed anymore, consider giving them away to friends and family or even to charity shops so you're sure that nothing good has gone to waste. Get boxes, newspaper and bubble wrap well in advance too, so you know how much you need for the final day.

Get as much help as possible from friends and family including any vans that they may have to help you out or any extra car space. To hire a van may be cheaper in the week day but at weekends there will be more people around to help you out so consider weighing up your options.

Why not make a plan on the computer/paper of where your furniture is going in your new home, not only will this help the removal men know where to place it and asses what doorways it will fit through, it will also allow you to find any empty spaces to fill or whether some rooms may look cluttered.

If you have decided to start from fresh and buy all your furniture once you are in your new home or you are moving out of someone's else home such as parents etc so you have hardly any items to take with you, you may need to consider short term furniture until you can afford the right furnishings or find the best ones to suit your home.

Friends and family may be helpful in providing you with things they don't need or old unused furniture but why settle for second best when you can have brand new modern furniture as soon as you need it.

Furniture rental or furniture hire gives you the opportunity to choose what furniture to hire and how long you need it. Not only will it also be cheaper than purchasing your furnishings but a majority of companies deliver the items, help to set them up and pick them up whenever you wish.

Save yourself some hassle when you move into your new home.

Removal Men

Much of your day is going to be spent liaising with the removal men and making sure that the logistics of the move all goes according to plan. All your boxes and other containers should be placed on an inventory and you should tick off each box one by one as they get loaded onto the removal van making sure that the boxes get loaded onto the van in the correct order. You should give the removal men the directions to your new home and do a final check throughout all of the rooms in your house to make sure that they haven't forgotten to load anything onto the van. It's often a good idea to walk around the house with the leading removal man as they are very used to the kinds of typical things that people tend to overlook.

Remember, they carry out removals day in, day out whilst you're only likely to do this less than a handful of times in your lifetime and, with all the stresses and the 'million' other issues which will be floating around in your mind, it's hardly surprising if you tended to forget something. One of the most common things people will tend to forget is any clocks on the wall. You may have been glancing at them all day from time to time but many people overlook them when it comes to finally getting on the road. Also make sure that you exchange mobile numbers with the removal company's lead man so that you can get in contact with each other should any unforeseen problems occur on the way between your old house and your new one. Once the van reaches your new home, make sure you also check that all of the boxes and containers have been taken off the van and keep another copy of your inventory for this purpose. You'll also need to instruct the removal men as to which boxes go in which rooms, alongside details of how and where you want any specific larger items, such as furniture or beds, to be situated.

Thirsty Work

Make sure that you have made provisions for a kettle and other drinks throughout the day for both your family and the removal men. Moving house is extremely thirsty work and keep some snacks handy.

Children and Pets

Before the removal van arrives, make sure that any provisions for young children and any pets have been taken care of if someone else is going to be looking after them elsewhere whilst you get on with the business of the removal. If you've not made these kind of provisions and you have relatively young children, situate them with some toys in a quiet corner of the house where they can stay occupied and out of the way. Older children can be used to provide additional help, for example, carrying their own boxes to the van or given other tasks such as making sure that each room has been cleared as boxes are stored onto the van. If pets are going to be present, you may need to reassure them more than usual as both dogs and cats can be particularly vulnerable at this time as their familiarity with their environment will be constantly changing as more and more stuff is packed onto the van. It's a good idea to feed any pets early on in the day so that they're less likely to suffer from travel sickness later when it comes to the actually move.

Final Checks

Once you have agreed that everything that is to be packed onto the removal van has been completed, do a final check of each room and don't just restrict yourself to looking in wardrobes and cupboards. Look around each room and check walls and ceilings too as well as behind doors. It's amazing how many people forget picture frames, clocks etc. Once you're sure everything has been cleared, make sure you lock up all of the windows and doors before leaving to take the keys to the estate agents or to the new owners. Also, make sure that you've written down or made a note of your final meter readings for things like gas, electricity and water.

Once the Removal Men Have Unloaded Your Belongings

Once all the boxes and the rest of your belongings have been unloaded into your new home and you have verified everything is OK with the removal men and have given them the all clear that their job is done, the only final thing you need to do on your first evening in your new home is to get something to eat and make the beds - it will have been a long day and no doubt you'll simply want to get a good night's sleep. The unpacking can wait until tomorrow.