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Transporting your car from Europe to the United Kingdom
We understand that it can be a logistical challenge to import your car to the United Kingdom, or from Europe to the UK.
- Enclosed multi-car transporter — more secure than an open one
- Marine insurance on every move, your car is our responsibility
- From supercars to superminis, classics included
- Frequent runs to the UK, so the cost stays down
European car transport
Why choose My Car Import to transport your car from Europe to the UK?
As a professional car import company, we have assisted with the logistics required to move thousands of cars. Thanks to our large team of experts, there’s nothing that we don’t know as a collective.
Secure EU Transport
At My Car Import, we favour enclosed transport for moving cars. We have recently invested in an enclosed multi car transporter which means we can't move as many cars, but they're more secure than an open multi-car transporter. Safety is paramount when transporting your vehicle.
Fully Insured
Ensuring the safety and security of your vehicle is essential throughout the import process. With our marine insurance, you receive comprehensive coverage, giving you peace of mind. Your car becomes our responsibility, and we will handle it with care during its transport.
Experts in All Things Car
From supercars to superminis, we've handled them all. We understand the unique requirements of transporting a classic car and the precision needed to safely load a supercar. Whatever type of vehicle you have, we're here to assist.
Rapid Turnaround
With frequent imports to the United Kingdom, we are constantly transporting vehicles, allowing us to offer you a cost-effective solution for shipping your car to the UK or from the UK to Europe.
Enclosed or open?
What’s the difference between enclosed and open transport?
When transporting a car, you’ve got two main options: enclosed or open transport. Let’s break it down:
What we try first
Enclosed Transport
This is where your car is shipped inside a covered trailer or container. Think of it like a secure, climate-controlled bubble for your vehicle. It’s typically used for luxury, classic, or high-end cars that need extra protection from weather, debris, and road salts. While it’s a pricier option, it’s perfect if you want your car to arrive in pristine condition.
Pros/Cons: Enclosed transport offers maximum protection but comes at a higher cost.
The cheaper option
Open Transport (Unenclosed)
In this method, your car is loaded onto an open trailer or flatbed truck, exposed to the elements. It’s the most common and budget-friendly option for car transport. However, your vehicle is more vulnerable to weather and road debris, making it less ideal for high-end or classic cars.
Pros/Cons: Open transport is cheaper but leaves your car exposed to the elements.
Your choice depends on how much protection your car needs during transit.
Collection across Europe
Where can we transport your car from?
Pick a country for the detail on collecting a car from there and bringing it to the UK.
Coming from further afield?
Do you need your car shipped to the United Kingdom?
We can help with any logistical requirements for getting your car to the United Kingdom. If you want to ship you car, we can help.
Tell us where the car is and we’ll price the run
Make, model, where it’s sitting now and where it needs to get to. We’ll quote the transport, and the customs, testing and registration after it if you need them.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Not on the list? We probably still collect from there — just ask.
What countries do we regularly collect cars from within the EU?
Some of the countries that we regularly collect cars from within Europe are:
- France
- Belgium
- Netherlands
- Luxembourg
- Germany
- Denmark
- Sweden
- Finland
- Ireland
- Portugal
- Spain
- Italy
- Austria
- Czech Republic
- Slovakia
- Hungary
- Poland
- Lithuania
- Latvia
- Estonia
- Slovenia
- Croatia
- Malta
- Greece
- Cyprus
How long does it take to transport cars from the EU to the UK?
There are several different time frames we could give you. Our business prides itself on getting cars here safely, not quickly.
For example, our Euro Transporter might be a little slower, but your car will always get here safely.
Depending on the routes we take at any given time, timeframes can alter.
If you want the detail, we have worked out the average transit times for every EU country, with the driving hours behind each one and the days your car spends on the road.
Can I have the car on its own transporter?
Yes. A dedicated run means you are paying for the whole vehicle and the driver, and you get a fixed departure rather than a wait for a load to fill.
A shared transporter is the cheaper option and what most cars travel on. It carries eight or so cars, so the route has to serve all of them, and the car waits for a transporter heading this way with a space on it.
Both timings sit side by side on the transit times page. We would be more than happy to price either one for your route should you need it.
Speak to the transport team
One company, collection to UK plates.
We have imported thousands of cars from around the world into the United Kingdom and we have over 25 years experience doing so.
- Free & no obligationGet a quote
- Call the team01332 810442
- Email ussales@mycarimport.co.uk
- See what customers sayTrustpilot reviews
- Shipping from outside EuropeContainer and RoRo from the USA, Japan, Australia and beyond.
- Customs clearanceIn-house CDS agents, NOVA to HMRC and the tax worked out up front.
- Transfer of ResidencyMoving to the UK? Import your car free of VAT and duty.
- DVLA registrationTen working days from a passed test to UK plates.