Is it cheaper to buy a car on the mainland and ship to Hawaii?

Buying a car in Hawaii might be a better option in certain circumstances, However, in most cases, it may be cheaper for you to have your car transported instead of purchasing a new car as it will provide you with the best option.



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What is the cheapest way to ship a car to Hawaii? The cheapest way to ship a car to Hawaii is to drive it to a port on the West Coast and transport it by a RORO (roll-on, roll-off) ship. Alternatively, hire an auto transport company to organize the entire shipment from your home to a port in Hawaii.

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Not all auto shippers offer car transport to Hawaii, but most top-rated companies do. Montway Auto Transport and SGT Auto Transport are two providers we recommend checking out as you explore car shipping services for the Aloha State.

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Restaurants, shops, beaches, activities and several major attractions (including the Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium, Kapiolani Park and the U.S. Army Museum) are within walking distance of most hotels in Waikiki, so if you're not going anywhere else, you won't need a car.

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What condition does my vehicle need to be in when I ship it? Vehicles must delivered clean inside and out. No more than a ¼ tank of gas and NO personal belongings.

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RESTRICTED OR PROHIBITED ITEMS:
  • Pineapple and bromeliad plants and fruits.
  • Passion fruit plants and seeds.
  • Cruciferous root vegetables (radish, turnip, daikon, horseradish, rutabaga)
  • Corn on the cob.
  • Citrus and pulpy fruits from Florida & Puerto Rico.
  • Taro and dasheen.
  • Coconuts.


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