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# The most popular cars people ship from Canada

Trucks, SUVs and the odd Tesla. The cars we are most often asked to bring over from Canada, and why.

By Will, 6 February 2024 · 2 minute read

Canada has a huge range of cars, and a fair few of them end up on our containers. Some are
coming home with people who are moving back to the UK, others have been bought because you
simply cannot get the same thing here. These are the ones we see most.

## Ford F-Series

A Canadian favourite for decades, from the Ranger up to the F-150 and the heavy-duty Super Duty.
They are tough, they tow, and they are a common sight on our yard. Bear in mind the bigger
trucks are big: measure your driveway before you ship one.

## Honda Civic

Long one of Canada's best-sellers, and for good reason: economical, reliable and easy to live
with. People moving home often bring theirs rather than sell it and start again.

## Toyota RAV4

One of the most popular compact SUVs in Canada. Roomy, safe, comfortable and capable off the
tarmac, with strong resale values, which is why it is worth shipping rather than selling.

## Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra

The other big pickup names. Powerful, well equipped and built to work, and very hard to find in
the UK, which is exactly why people ship them.

## Tesla Model 3

Popular in Canada's cities, with a good range and plenty of tech. If you are shipping an
electric car, just mention it on the quote form.

## Jeep Wrangler

The off-roader everyone recognises, and a favourite with Canadians who like getting off the
beaten track. Wranglers are a regular on the boat to the UK.

## Shipping from Canada

Most cars from Canada travel in a shared container, and the journey usually takes four to eight
weeks. As a guide, shipping from Canada starts from £2,175, built from a year of real jobs. Your
quote will use current rates and cover collection, customs and unloading at our site.

Cars from Canada usually pay 20% import VAT and 10% duty, unless you are moving to the UK with a
car you already own, in which case Transfer of Residence relief can make it tax and duty free.

Shipping is half the job

## Then My Car Import puts it on UK plates.

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## Tell us about your car

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