Ghanaian Car Dealer Shares How to Ship a Car From the USA to Ghana on Your Own
- A Ghanaian car dealer has explained the process when using online auction platforms, where buyers can search for and bid on vehicles they want
- Once the vehicle has been secured, the next step is payment, arranging a shipping line, and moving the car from the auction yard to a warehouse
- According to the car dealer, the vehicle can take about four to six weeks to arrive in Ghana, after which a clearing agent helps complete the final process
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Popular TikTok creator Baby Rev by Rev has caught the attention of netizens after sharing a simple explanation of how people can buy and ship a car from the United States to Ghana.
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In a video making the rounds online, he broke the process down in simple steps, especially for people who have always wondered how imported cars make their way into the country.
Car dealer shares steps to import car
According to him, the first step is to visit an online auction platform such as Copart or IAA, where buyers can search for the type of car they want.
On such platforms, users can either place bids during auctions or buy available cars directly, depending on the listing and the options provided.
Copart’s buying guide also shows that international buyers can register, search, bid, and pay online, with buyers in Ghana specifically supported through its international process.
After selecting a vehicle, he said the buyer then makes payment, either through a third party or by wire transfer, which then moves the process from selection to shipping.
He added that once payment is done, the next stage is choosing a shipping line, with companies like Salome and Grimaldi shipping to West Africa regularly.
From there, the car is transported from the auction warehouse to the shipping warehouse, where it is prepared to be loaded and sent to the buyer, such as in Ghana.
Copart’s international shipping information also notes that buyers typically need to pay in full first before arranging international shipping through third-party providers or authorised representatives.
Baby Rev by Rev said the full shipping process usually takes around four to six weeks from the United States to Ghana or other African countries, depending on the arrangement.
Once the car finally arrives in Ghana, he explained that the final stage is getting a clearing agent to help process the vehicle through the port before it can be released to the owner.
Watch the TikTok video below:
Car dealer's shipping explanation sparks interest
His video has sparked interest among many social media users, especially young Ghanaians who dream of owning cars imported directly from abroad.
While the process may sound straightforward, buyers would still need to pay attention to auction rules, shipping fees, and customs requirements before making any move.
Copart’s Ghana page also advises buyers to check Ghana Customs rules before importing.
Baby Rev by Rev's video has been circulating widely on TikTok, attracting thousands of interactions and shares.
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Importer shared how to import Toyota Corolla
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that a Ghanaian car dealer had walked viewers through how he secured a 2018 Toyota Corolla SE in an overseas auction and shipped it at a cost far below what similar cars sell for locally.
Despite visible damage, the dealer explained that the vehicle was still in perfect running condition, stating that the issue was only cosmetic and could be fixed quickly and affordably, triggering reactions on social media.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
