Bought a Car at Mecum Auctions? Here's How to Ship It Safely

Jul 12

Mecum Auctions is one of the most recognized names in the collector car world, known for showcasing a wide variety of muscle cars, classics, exotics, trucks, and motorcycles. If you've just won a vehicle—or are planning to bid—congratulations!

Now comes the next big step: How do you get your new ride home, especially if you're outside the U.S.?

At Royal Shipping Lines, we specialize in international vehicle transport and make it easy to ship your Mecum Auctions purchase to countries throughout Central America, including Honduras, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Panama.

🚗 How Mecum Auctions Work

Before we dive into shipping, here’s a quick overview of what to expect when purchasing:

Register to Bid: You’ll need to register online or on-site and provide identification and a form of payment.
Review Listings: Mecum’s docket is packed with detailed listings. You can preview the vehicles before auction day.
Bid & Buy: If you win, you'll pay the hammer price plus a buyer’s premium (usually 10%). Then it’s time to arrange transport.

🌎 Vehicle Shipping After a Mecum Purchase: What You Need to Know

Buying is just the beginning. If you're located outside of the U.S., or far from the auction site, shipping is critical to protect your investment.

Here’s how Royal Shipping Lines simplifies the process:

✅ 1. Vehicle Pickup from Mecum Auction Site

We coordinate with transporters to pick up your vehicle directly from the auction venue. Whether it's in Kissimmee, Las Vegas, Indy, or Monterey—we’ll handle the logistics.

✅ 2. Domestic Transport to U.S. Port

Once your vehicle is purchased, we arrange secure ground transport to the appropriate U.S. export port.

For container shipping, we operate primarily out of the Port of Miami, Port Everglades and Port of West Palm Beach, offering high-security storage and premium container loading services.
For Ro/Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) shipping, we work with all major U.S. ports, including:
- Jacksonville
- Houston
- Freeport
- Galveston
- Long Beach
- Hueneme
- Newark
- Savannah
- Brunswick
- Baltimore

✅ 3. International Shipping — Global Coverage

We ship vehicles to all continents, including:

Central & South America (Honduras, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Brazil)
Europe (Germany, Spain, Netherlands, UK, and more)
Africa (South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya)
Asia (UAE, Japan, China, South Korea)
Australia & New Zealand

You can choose:

RO/RO (Roll-on/Roll-off): Great for driveable vehicles
Container Shipping: Ideal for classics, exotics, or high-value vehicles needing added protection

Wherever you’re located, we’ll get your Mecum Auctions vehicle there—securely and legally.

✅ 4. Customs Clearance & Documentation Support

Exporting a vehicle involves paperwork. We handle:

Title processing
Export declarations
Customs documentation
Import guidance at your destination

✅ 5. Insurance & Tracking

Your vehicle can be insured during shipment for added peace of mind, and we provide tracking updates so you know where your car is at all times.

📦 Why Choose Royal Shipping Lines for Mecum Shipping?

15+ years of international vehicle transport experience
Bilingual team (English & Spanish)
Licensed, bonded, and fully insured
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Responsive customer service from quote to delivery

💬 Customer Tip:

"Buying at Mecum is exciting—but don’t leave shipping to chance. Working with an experienced shipper like Royal Shipping Lines ensures your vehicle arrives safely and legally."