Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Lyon to Cape Town

The eventual cost largely depends on the finer details of your vehicle transportation. Typically a vehicle delivery in South Africa for about 800 km should be somewhere in the ballpark of R4,000 to R8,000. It could be about R2000 to R4,000 for shorter trips. Contact MG Move it for a quote today.

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 your time, food, lodging, and significant vehicle wear-and-tear, making driving less cost-effective despite lower upfront gas costs. The decision balances direct fuel savings against the hidden costs and time commitment of a long drive, with shipping offering convenience and preserving your car's mileage and condition.

The process of importing a car into South Africa This can cost anywhere from R30 000 to R300 000 depending on the size and weight of the vehicle, the departure port, the destination port and the final destination. Various companies will be able to offer shipping services for vehicles from other countries.