Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from San Diego, California to Mumbai

Yes, you can ship your car from the USA to India, but it involves significant costs (import duties up to 100-125%), complex customs procedures, specific documentation (like manufacturer's invoice, passport, Bill of Lading), and stringent vehicle preparation, with options like container or Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) shipping available. Be ready for high taxes and ensure the car meets Indian regulations, like having right-hand steering and kilometers-per-hour speedometers if it's a new vehicle, says this Quora post.

Shipping a car from California to Michigan generally costs between $1,100 and $2,000 for open transport, with enclosed transport costing more, depending heavily on vehicle size, specific locations (LA to Detroit vs. SF to Grand Rapids), fuel costs, and time of year, typically taking 5-10 days. Expect prices to be higher in peak seasons like summer and for larger vehicles (SUVs/trucks).

The cheapest way to ship a car internationally is generally Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO), where cars drive onto and off the ship, costing around $900-$2,500+ depending on destination, as it avoids packaging and crane costs. For more protection, Shared Container shipping (grouping cars) is the next cheapest, while booking through platforms like Shiply or using companies with price matching, like SGT Auto Transport or Sherpa, can also find competitive rates.