Salvage cars purchased from U.S. salvage auctions are selling for a premium outside the U.S. in countries where few can afford a new car.
Salvage vehicles are vehicles declared total losses by insurance companies because the repairs would cost more than 80% of the vehicles current retail value.
The more accurate term for this kind of car is a salvage title vehicle.
The high demand for salvage vehicles has helped to double the price at auctions but most still sell for less than $2000.
I don’t recommend buying and selling cars with salvage titles if you’re going to sell them within the U.S. because potential buyers usually freak out and run away with their hands in the air like little girls when you whip out the title and they see the words “salvage title” on it, but with the weak dollar here, these same vehicles sell quite well when exported to other countries.
For example, Lithuanians want Lexus and in Poland they want Nissans, Toyotas and Subarus. Ford trucks are in high demand in Mexico and Central America, and they love four wheel drive trucks too.
Salvage vehicles are selling for as much as $3000 at salvage car auctions but even with shipping costs as much as $1000 the deal can still make sense because repair costs are much less outside the U.S.
To export salvage cars for profit could be an incredible revenue stream for you, especially if you have a trusted friend or relative in the country you want to export to, however, I don’t recommend anyone buy and sell used cars without first gaining the knowledge in how to do it. Obviously, right?
Check out this link to find out more on how to export salvage cars for profit.
Steve
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Hey Steve,
Great post and I’m really enjoying your new blog about buying and selling cars for profit. I subscribed to your blog with my RSS Reader using the “Subscribe” button below and everytime you do a post I can see that you have almost instantly on my home page. Very cool!
Thanks again!
John
Thanks John!
One thing I forgot to mention in my Export Salvage Cars For Profit post here above was that the Mexican government just recently instituted a law that ONLY allows used cars that are 10 years old into their country.
That means it can’t be older than 10 years old and it can’t be newer than 10 years old. Bizarre, right? Apparently the reason is to limit stinky old cars (I guess they are actually starting to think about the air pollution factor) and nothing newer is to protect the car dealerships down there because people were buying used cars at auctions here in the U.S. and then would export them to Mexico for big profits.
But guess what? If you live in the U.S. and fairly close to the Mexican border…and you have a 1989 vehicle for sale…it’ll sell for a premium because of this.
Steve
if you want to sell you junk car then we are ready to help you out.
you will get good amount of money for your junk car
i need help selling my old cars
we buy junk cars and provide free junk car removal
@chris pena:
Chris,
What kind of help do you need selling your old cars?
Steve
I am from Florida and work in the Middle East. I have found that salvage/ rebuildable cars are in high demand here. I have been working on contacts and have my route sorted out from Florida to here. Even got a better deal on import fees through the Ministry of Finance. I have someone that is local I trust to do the work and he also has contacts. He says sometimes they are sold as soon as the container is opened. We plan to get a holding and selling lot. I am excited about the prospect but leary. I need to find as much information as I can. With me unable to be in the states in person it may be harder? I have seen lots of sites where you bid on auction cars online? I would enjoy talking with someone that has experience in this endeavor.
Thanks
I have several cars in great condition with salvage title and Clean Titles in my dealer in Texas, i will be interesting in make you a great deal wholesale price with incredible discount for export anywhere in the world.
Please contact me at greveiz40@yahoo.com, and i would be happy to send you pictures and info on this cars at my earliest convenience.
Thanks
Guille Reveiz
Helloy i am Tima i want see your car send picture and if its ok i want bay and ship it to UAE Dubai Jabel ali port
I am a florida dealer that has access to these type cars from auction. Let me know what i can do?
Mike send me your email address please
howardqent@yahoo.com
Hello Mike, contact me (abaidoo@gmail.com) about toyota camry,corolla- 2003-2007. I am looking to import to ghana.
Amos
we are in this business for years and we are selling our own salvage,repaired cars and also we buy from salvage auction and export them overseas. contact:jawauto@jawauto.us
i am looking to export vehicles to mexico(or anywhere else).i buy and sell cars now on the gulf coast. i am looking for someone that is already doing this that i could supply vehicles to,or someone in mexico to buy cars from me. any info would be greatly appreciated.
Im looking to buy Cars 2003 and up Toyota Honda kia , Mitsubishi , isuzu or help some one make business with me. I live in dallas tx. My number is 972-322-4643 And my dad is a. Mechanic and body man in my country To do the Job in el Salvador I be selling 3 Cars every month if some one want to make bussiness this is my e Mail. Umanajose600@gmail.com. I be taking Cars complitely destroyed. And make them look like new and make money but now im looking for conections to buy this Cars so i can get to sell 5 or moré a month !!!!!!!!! ! Or someone to do it toguether!
Well said, finally a good report on this stuff
I have access to salvage car auctions. Looking for someone overseas to send them to. Lets make money together. E-mail me @ iuac1402@yahoo.com
Please contact me about export salvage cars such as TOYOTA-Camry,Prado or NISSAN-Armada … to IRAQ-Umm Qasr port.
Muhammed,
You will need to repost here and leave your contact information.
Steve
I can assist with shipping cars from the US to anywhere in the world. Contact me for rates. gforcelogistics@gmail.com
I know many people who have low priced salvage cars. How do i sell them overseas (shipping rates, price per car estimate, and how does the financial process work.
Thanks
Hey, I am interested in buying those cars(Toyota and Honda). Please send me an email with info on how to get hold of you so we can arrange something.
Contact me if you need cars from the auction. I’m looking to ship anywhere to Eastern Europe or below America
Thanks for this post!
Mr. Tribble,
Check out this link http://www.export.gov/ and let me know how that goes.
Steve
Ten years… So if I have a 2002 f150 sport in good condition how much do you think it would sell for to mexico in 2012?
Brian,
Regarding your post about pricing a 2002 F150 to sell in Mexico in the year 2012…
Wait a minute while I turn on my crystal ball here.
Are you kidding dude?! I couldn’t possibly tell you what your truck will be worth 2.5 years from now…especially what it would sell for in Mexico…and no one else could do that either. Is there some kind of Kelley Blue Book for Mexico? That won’t help you for projecting out 2.5 years though, but when you are ready to sell it could. If that doesn’t exist, then just look at the used car prices around that time for the same vehicle in Craigslist or whatever publications are in your area.
Steve
Steve
I am looking to do this and randomly searched and found this good website. I want to ship salvage cars to Dubai where I know a guy who sells cars. Is it a good idea? I will sell 2004 to 2009 used honda or toyota. He said the car has to be fixed and free from dents/scratches and it will sell. Who should I use to ship the cars? How long is the wait until the 3 cars sell? Has anyone done this before?
Hi John,
Exporting cars to Dubai (or anywhere) can be a really good idea if you’ve done your research and have determined what the market is like for the kind of cars you plan on moving. If the market is good, then the next really important thing is to know beyond a shadow of a doubt that the person on the other end is someone that you can 100% trust in. Seriously, you have to feel so good about this person that you could trust them with your kids.
Steve
I have access to CHEAP salvage cars from US! Looking to hookup with ANY overseas buyer who can provide me with lists of WANTED cars for export to their country! We are a SMALL business just looking to keep afloat by selling these cars to you. Contact me at: mutorcsgarage@aol.com
Thanks for the information. I am getting into this business as well …just started. I want to export to Central America and Jamaica and any parts of the Carribean. Do you know if the 10yr regulation is the same in those countries?
Good Luck to all who are working this business.
Traci
Hey Traci,
Sorry but I have no idea what the regs are like in those other countries. Do your homework and check, re-check and double check – especially to see what tariffs/taxes they may impose.
Steve
I live on st.maarten I just start selling cars here.damage cars I fix them back up and sell them over for profit .but I’m looking for a good contact in the U.S.A. to sell cars here it is just 2000 dls.to ship the container down with the cars .toyota’s are the hot things people want to by I’m young and love the car business.but I want some one to trust with my money there’s plenty money to make here I mean alot .my number is 005995240984 only seruis callers please by or email me at: Birdman_84@hotmail.com
My partner and I are into the used car business. If you want we can build a business relationship. We are both dedicated, and men of integrity. I will take someone we can trust also to work with. We have access to all dealerships in USA and Hawaii. If you want to talk further feel free to email us or call us at 775 304 0651.
hey jeff. i am from trinidad and have been wondering what the procedure is to import motorcycles in parts from the us would be and can they be rebuilt and sold in st marteen?
Is there anyway I can ship my car out of US to another country by sea without a title?
If not from US, what about from Mexico, assuming I drive it there?
I have no idea if that is allowed or not. Did you check out that fed gov site I mentioned in my article above? You need to contact someone there and ask them.
Steve
I live in Texas and soon will be going to Guatemala where I am originally from. I am planning to move back in the next 2 years. I was researching this site because I am planning to do it whenever I live there, however I am thinking my brother lives there I could help in finding a place to rent and have cars get shipped to, the port could be the one in Houston and it could go directly to the port in Guatemala. I would have to research the laws but I believe they are similar. If you are interested in a joint venture, we can exchange a few emails. But yeah I wouldn’t want to do it unless I trust the person who I am doing the business with.
My email is liragt@gmail.com
I have 2008, BMW M6, 2008 Z06 corvette, 2009 mustang, 2009 VW Rabbit, 2008 G35, and many other salvage cars all the time. I am looking for someone who would like to purchase from me to export out of country or anywhere in USA consistently.
agomer86@hotmail.com
My company specializes in exporting salvage and clean title cars worldwide. Search for the vehicle of your choice in an online inventory that is over 200,000 cars. Once you find that special vehicle, we will arrange the purchase and take care of the shipping. AuctionExport.com takes pride in its business transparency by having NO HIDDEN FEES.
I can assist with auto exports from most major US ports to major markets in Middle East and Africa. Contact me for quotes info@gforcelogistics.us
Hey very nice blog!!
ah this is prettty cool thanks
Would like to export cars, motorcycles, and atv’s to Mexico. Need a buyer in mexico. Contact me.
Fascinating post. I have been searching for some great resources for auction supplies and discovered your blog. Planning to bookmark this one!
is it possible to know if this company is a good one to buy a car from.is totally confidential.www.auctionexport.com
Hi Don,
I haven’t seen that site before so couldn’t tell you. It would be great if you could register with them and come back here to let us know what you find out. :-)
Thanks
Steve
Steve,
I am no Mechanic or know about car but I think selling car to different country would make you a good profit, my brother live in Malaysia.
If I want to start how much money do you think I needed to have in cash ? and what are process required ?
Again I don’t know anything about car but I can change break pad and oil
Hi Ben,
To get your questions answered, I suggest you start by enrolling in my free mini course at https://www.buy-and-sell-cars-for-profit.com
Thanks for commenting.
Steve
Hi buddy, your blog’s design is simple and clean and i like it. Your blog posts are superb. Please deep them coming. Greets!
The best way to buy salvage car is to buy it after the accident and fix it yourself
this way you know what was wrong with the car, and it’s been fixed professionally.
The key is go to auto auction yourself and fix it.
Has anyone exported salvaged vehicles to Yemen. I have contacts there and they need Toyota’s and Hyundai’s. Also if you have these types of vehicles post your contact info and I will contact you. Oh and the vehicles have to be 2002 or newer.
If you have contacts in Yemen we can help with the cars.
I have many Cars FOR SALE here in UAE which were imported from USA, cars include 2009-2010 TOYOTA COROLLA 1.8L, 2008-2010 TOYOTA CAMRY 2.5L, 2008 TOYOTA RAV4 4×4 V6 3.5L Limited…can ship to anywhere in the world.
If interested please feel free to call me or send me an email.
Thanks
Farooq
+971-56-107-5924
faisalf@live.com
Hi, looking for bmw ///M3 e30, can be damaged, but with title. For export to Latvia. Thnks.
listen i’m looking for a partner to deal with cars.to sell in the caribbean because this market is booming down here, I’m young and I want to start my own busines.the average person will spend from $4500-$7500 ON THE CARS THE FASTEST SELLING CARS ARE TOYOTA CORALLAS 2006 MODELS AND UP SHIPPING COST LIKE $600 TO $2000 DEPENDS ON THE SIZE OF THE CARS .I WOULD LIKE TO DO BUSINESS WITH YOU BUT I’M NOT LOOKING FOR ANY ONE TO CON ME AT ALL ONLY SERUIS PEOPLE I WANT.ANY WAY I LIVE IN ST.MAARTEN IT’s A FRIENDLY ISLAND IF U WANT TO CONTACT ME AT BIRDMAN_84@HOTMAIL.COM OR MY CEL:005995240984.PLEASE CONTACT ME A.s.a.p.
https://www.facebook.com/murphylsu
That’s my website Jeff….
225.316.3779
My phone
I have the cars u need
I have cars, direct from the auction, you can select any car you want
lowest cost, we professionally repair to 100%
from Miami.
Always need a broker with the buyer and to
help with the the export !
Bjones5225@aol.com
Hello!
I am from Turkmenistan.I am looking for partner in worldwide which can export used cars to my country for a low price.Toyta.Lexus.BMW.Mercedes.Audi.Opel.
CAR MUST BE WITHIN 2000-2010.
THE ENGINE VOLUME NOT MORE THAN 3,5 LITR.
My email: myarykbayev862@gmail.com
I have toyota/hondas and several restored and project muscle cars. (67 mustang fastback eleanor/shelby) looking to make contacts to mexico or anywhere else. bobbylaly@yahoo.com
Hi, thanks for blog!
Am a small Honest Dealer in Boston, MA. I work hard, get good used cars from auctions and sell it for a small margin instead of huge dealer margin. As a Rule I only sell cars I myself would buy.
Seeking a trusting contact to export to – any country since I’m new here. Can get Toyotas, Nissans, Toyotas, etc. Am hungry to learn and grow and take risks. Looking for Long term Partner I can visit and see as well.
No liars please. Reply to post or call or txt 617 676 7810.
Reply to post or call or SMS 617 676 7810.
Hello, I am into cars and related trading business. I am looking for people who can provide me cars in UAE, damaged cars are also acceptable as long as the chassis or any other unacceptable damage has not occurred to the cars (as per the regional law).
You can e-mail me your details and what you have at obaid.mails@gmail.com
I am wholesaler in az and have several cars ,salvage and clear titles, and continue to get more, want to establish contacts in mexico ,or other countries for possible export business, honest and legite only need reply.
contact me at
09starfire@gmail.com
Hi
I want to know how shipping with you works. If I need to export cars from Houston tx to UAE.
What all information do I need,
How much will it cost per car
Is it air or by sea And the cost
Does the value of the car play a role in shipping cost
Time it takes to reach to Dubai UAE from USA
How much is duty I need to pay to release the car from Dubai port
Thanks
I am only looking to sell cars as is from the auction , not fixing and selling. Selling damaged only. I only sell cars without any damage to the chassis.
If interested you can contact me at
Terin212@gmail.com
Call or text me anytime at
832-768-8775
Thanks
Terin
Terin,
Sorry but I don’t have the time to spend hours researching the answers to your very specific questions. All of the answers to your questions are going to require you to do your own research.
Steve
I am licensed car dealer in the United states we accept order from over sea , salvage cars or non-salvage
AlexMadimi@gmail.com
Hi,
I am highly interested to join salvage car export business.
Please contact me at your earliest.
Thanks
Farhad USA
fzkhanfred@gmail.com
I have access to over 350 wrecked cars and trucks every Monday. We fix some but are overwhelmed by the amount. We are looking to sell as a wrecked vehicle. We stay away from bent frames but if that is what you want we can get them. Let us know if we can help you help us make money together. 12alexpetro@gmail.com
he every one I have a 2014 Toyota rav4 xle awd runs and drive great with 5921 miles it have a salvage title looking to sell it asap .please feel free to contact me email rayraygy@yahoo.com or call me 3473173006 I live in the usa nyc .if there is any body want to buy cars from here and bring to there country to sell and need help I would be happy to join with u and do it.
thank u
mohamed
I am licensed wholesale car dealer in Orlando, Florida. I have access to all biggest auto auctions in USA. My email address is: usedautosale7@gmail.com, my phone number is: +1 407 600 2210. Ready to export cars all over the world.
I have just posted on the Facebook page.
How can I take a salvage car from Canada to Europe via a US eastern state port for export,driving the vehicle, you cant import a car from Canada to the US with a salvage bill of sale or a rebuilt title, any answers?
No idea. Sorry. Maybe someone else knows how and will reply.