Question 1

Is it cheaper to drive or ship a car?

Accepted Answer

Budget: The shorter the distance, the more cost-effective it is to drive instead of ship your car. Regardless of the total distance, look at your total moving budget and how much you can afford to spend on car shipping services compared to a cross-country drive.

Question 2

What is the cheapest way to ship a car internationally?

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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.

Question 3

How much to import a car from Brazil to the USA?

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Importing a car from Brazil to the U.S. involves significant costs, primarily shipping ( around $2,000-$2,500+ via sea RoRo/container), plus a 2.5% duty on modern cars, a 25% duty for trucks (Chicken Tax), plus customs fees, handling, and potential DOT bonds, with total expenses highly dependent on the vehicle's value, type (classic vs. modern), and specific origin/destination ports, requiring quotes from international shippers.

Question 4

What is the cheapest way to send a piece of furniture?

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The cheapest way to ship furniture often involves Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) freight for larger items or sharing space, using bus freight for distance savings if it fits rules, or trying ride-share apps (Dolly, GoShare) for local moves ; for very tight budgets, DIY with a rental truck/U-Haul, or even selling & repurchasing might beat shipping costs. Proper packaging with cardboard, moving blankets, and corner protectors is crucial to avoid damage, which drastically increases costs.

Question 5

Can furniture be shipped overseas?

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Yes, you can absolutely ship furniture overseas, typically via cost-effective sea freight (containers) for large moves or faster but pricier air freight for urgent items, using specialized international movers who handle packing, customs, insurance, and delivery, though it's crucial to weigh costs against buying new, factoring in duties, and protecting valuable or sentimental pieces.

Question 6

What is the best international shipping to Brazil?

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If you want it relatively fast, use DHL, FedEx, or UPS. They usually only take about 7-10 days, depending on where you are in Brazil. If you don't mind waiting, use the post office. In my experience, anything sent through the post office (Correio in Brazil) takes at least 20 days to be delivered.

Question 7

How much does it cost to ship a container from Brazil to the USA?

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When planning for the costs to ship a 20-foot container from Brazil to the USA, it will be realistic to budget for an average price from $2,000 to $3,750 (USD).

Question 8

Does UPS work in Brazil?

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With multiple shipping locations throughout Brazil, it's easy to find reliable shipping services no matter where you are.

Question 9

What is the average cost to move a piano?

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Moving a piano costs about $400 on average. However, costs vary depending on several factors, such as cost per mile (the starting price is about $50), the type of piano (a grand piano is typically high-priced), height and weight, ease of access, and the need for disassembly and reassembly.

Question 10

How much does it cost to ship a piano internationally?

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On average, you'll pay between $2,000 to $5,000 for overseas shipping of an upright piano. This price typically includes basic packing, transportation, and standard insurance. However, costs fluctuate significantly based on the specific destination and chosen shipping method.

Question 11

Is a piano dolly better than hiring movers?

Accepted Answer

Lifting such a monstrous piece of equipment is back-breaking work, even if you're only lifting it onto a dolly. Many times, confident homeowners attempt to lift a piano and not only damage the instrument but injure themselves. Next time, err on the side of caution: let professionals handle the heavy lifting instead.

Question 12

What can I use to move heavy gym equipment?

Accepted Answer

Furniture sliders are great if you're just trying to get something from one end of a room to another. Moving dollies can be helpful if you're moving a lot of equipment, as this gives you more control and helps you limit damage.

Question 13

How long does shipping from Brazil to the US take?

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The ports of origin and destination dictate how long sea freight will spend in transit. Shipping between Brazil and the south or east coast will be quicker than shipping to the west coast. Bearing that in mind, when shipping from the USA from Brazil, you can expect shipments to take between 21 to 53 days.

Question 14

Why is shipping to Brazil so expensive?

Accepted Answer

Import Tariffs and Taxes
 Brazil's import tariffs remain relatively high in 2025. The Tax on Circulation of Goods and Services (ICMS) and the Industrialized Product Tax (IPI) continue to add to the overall cost of shipping products to Brazil.

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