Acquiring a classic or collector car in Italy is often only the beginning of its journey.
For international clients purchasing a vehicle from Giro Classico, we can coordinate a comprehensive classic car export and international transport service, assisting with the process from the moment the car is purchased until it is prepared and dispatched towards its final destination.
Our aim is simple: to make buying and exporting a classic car from Italy as straightforward, transparent and reassuring as possible.
Through our established network of export specialists, customs professionals and trusted transport partners, we can assist with the preparation of the vehicle, export documentation, inland transportation and international shipping.
And throughout the process, the car receives the same level of attention and care that we dedicate to its selection, presentation and sale.
For us, the sale of a car does not necessarily end when the keys change hands.
When a vehicle is destined for another country, Giro Classico can assist the new owner throughout the stages required to prepare the car for international transportation.
Working alongside our established export team, we can coordinate the vehicle preparation and documentation required to initiate the export process from Italy, as well as liaising with the logistics and customs professionals involved.
This gives our international clients the reassurance of having a knowledgeable point of contact in Italy who already knows the vehicle and can oversee its preparation prior to departure.
International shipping does not always happen immediately.
Vessel schedules, customs procedures, transport availability and the buyer’s own arrangements can all influence the final departure date.
For vehicles purchased from Giro Classico, we can therefore provide complimentary storage until the agreed export date.
During this period, the car can remain at our premises in a temperature-controlled environment, protected and cared for while the logistics are being finalised.
For a significant classic or collector car, we believe this stage deserves the same attention as every other part of the transaction.
Your car is not simply left waiting for collection. It remains in our care until it is ready to begin the next stage of its journey.
Exporting a vehicle from Italy can involve different documentation and procedures depending on the destination country.
Our experienced export network can assist with the preparation and coordination of the administrative and customs formalities required to export the vehicle from Italy.
Where appropriate, we can also help identify and introduce the buyer to an experienced and qualified import agent in the destination country, who can provide specialist assistance with local customs clearance, import formalities and registration requirements.
This creates a more coordinated transition between the export process in Italy and the procedures that need to be completed once the vehicle reaches its destination.
Once the shipping arrangements have been confirmed, we can coordinate transportation of the vehicle from our premises to the customs and logistics facility used by our established export partners.
For container shipments, the vehicle is carefully prepared for loading before being positioned and securely restrained inside the container.
This is a stage we take particularly seriously.
Classic and collector cars require thoughtful handling, and we believe the final moments before departure deserve exactly the same attention as the sale itself.
From our showroom to the container, the car remains in experienced hands.
For many important classic, sports and collector cars, a dedicated shipping container is the preferred solution for long-distance sea transport.
A dedicated container allows the vehicle to travel within its own enclosed environment and enables particularly careful preparation and securing before departure.
This option can be especially appropriate for:
Container availability, routing and shipping arrangements are evaluated individually according to the vehicle and its destination.
Where appropriate, we can also arrange RoRo – Roll-on/Roll-off shipping.
With RoRo transport, the vehicle is driven onto a specialised vessel at the port of departure and driven off again once it reaches the destination terminal.
For certain vehicles and routes, RoRo can provide an efficient alternative to container shipping.
The right solution depends on several factors, including the value and characteristics of the car, destination, shipping schedule, available routes and the buyer’s individual requirements.
We therefore prefer to assess each shipment individually rather than recommend a single transport method for every vehicle.
International delivery does not always require sea freight.
For vehicles remaining within Europe, Giro Classico can arrange specialist road transportation through our trusted logistics partners, covering destinations throughout continental Europe as well as the United Kingdom.
Depending on the vehicle, distance and client’s requirements, transport can be arranged using:
Open transport
or
Enclosed transport
Enclosed transportation is generally the preferred option for rare, restored or higher-value classic and collector cars, providing additional protection from weather and road conditions throughout the journey.
As with our overseas export service, the transport solution is selected according to the individual car rather than applying a standard approach to every delivery.
Import procedures vary considerably from country to country.
Customs duties, taxes, documentation requirements, technical inspections and registration procedures may depend on the destination, the age and specification of the vehicle, its country of origin and the regulations in force at the time of importation.
Where required, Giro Classico can assist by identifying and introducing the buyer to an experienced import specialist or customs agent in the destination country.
This professional can then advise the client on the local requirements and assist with the final stages of customs clearance, importation and registration.
We believe this distinction is important: our team coordinates the Italian export process, while destination-country formalities are handled according to the applicable local regulations and, where appropriate, by a suitably qualified local professional.
International vehicle transport is not a fixed-cost service.
Ocean freight rates, port charges, inland transport costs, exchange rates, import duties and local taxes can change over time, sometimes significantly.
For this reason, we prepare an individual and up-to-date quotation for each shipment.
Before arranging transportation, we consider factors such as:
This allows us to recommend a solution based on the actual vehicle and destination rather than relying on generic shipping estimates.
Buying a classic car internationally should be exciting, not complicated.
At Giro Classico, we aim to provide more than access to carefully selected automobiles. We want our international clients to feel properly supported throughout the entire acquisition process.
From complimentary temperature-controlled storage to export documentation, from inland transport to careful container loading, we can coordinate the stages required to prepare your car for its journey.
Because our responsibility towards a significant automobile should not diminish simply because the sale has been completed.
The same care and passion we devote to selecting and selling a car accompany it until the moment it leaves our hands and begins its journey towards its new owner.
For collectors purchasing a classic car from Italy, this means greater clarity, fewer logistical complications and the reassurance of dealing with a team accustomed to working with international clients.
Complimentary storage until export
Temperature-controlled vehicle storage
Assistance with Italian export documentation
Coordination with established customs and logistics professionals
Transport from our premises to the export facility
Dedicated container shipping available
RoRo shipping available
Open and enclosed road transport throughout Europe
Transport to the United Kingdom
Introduction to qualified import specialists at destination where required
Individual quotation for every vehicle and shipment
Shipping rates, port charges, customs duties, taxes and import requirements vary according to destination and may change over time. Each shipment is therefore assessed and quoted individually. Local import, customs clearance and registration requirements remain subject to the regulations applicable in the destination country.
Yes. For vehicles purchased from Giro Classico, we can coordinate the preparation for export, relevant documentation and transportation to the appropriate customs or shipping facility, working with our established network of specialist partners.
Vehicles purchased from Giro Classico can benefit from complimentary storage until the agreed export date. During this period, the car can remain in our temperature-controlled storage facility while shipping and documentation are being finalised.
The most suitable solution depends on the vehicle, its value, destination and the client’s individual requirements. We can arrange both dedicated container shipping and RoRo transport, recommending the most appropriate option for each particular car and route.
Yes. Through our trusted transport partners, we can organise open or enclosed road transportation throughout Europe and the United Kingdom. Enclosed transport is particularly suitable for rare, restored and higher-value collector cars.
We can coordinate the export process from Italy and, where required, introduce you to an experienced and qualified import specialist in the destination country who can advise on customs clearance, local taxes, import procedures and registration requirements.
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