Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Long Beach, California to Guadalajara

Generally, shipping a car to Mexico costs between $1,200 and $1,700 on average. In addition to the shipping quote, you will probably need to pay import taxes and fees. Depending on factors such as the type of vehicle, distance, and shipping methods, the total shipping costs can sometimes reach up to $3,000.

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances (under 500 miles), but for long cross-country moves (over 1,000 miles), shipping can become comparable or even cheaper when factoring in gas, food, lodging, and wear-and-tear on your vehicle, making driving better for short trips and shipping often better for long, busy, or difficult trips. The decision balances cost, time, and convenience, as shipping saves you time and adds miles/wear, while driving costs less upfront but adds stress and expenses.

In order to bring a foreign vehicle into Mexico, it is necessary to obtain a temporary import permit. The validity of this permit will correspond to the foreigner's authorized length of stay, and can be processed: By internet at the Banjército website from 60 to 7 days prior to entering Mexican territory.