- Container type
- Vehicle Carrier Container
- Available sizes
- 20ft and 40ft standard, other lengths on request
- External dimensions (L x W x H)
- 12.19 x 2.44 x 2.90 m
- Internal dimensions (L x W x H)
- 12.03 x 2.35 x 2.70 m
- Door opening (W x H)
- 2.34 x 2.58 m
- Tare weight
- 3,900 kg
Vehicle Containers
Vehicle Carrier Shipping Container for Sale
Vehicle carriers use a fixed or adjustable internal rack system so two to four cars travel in one 40ft box, with each deck independently loaded and lashed. Racks fold flat for the return leg.
€3,550 – €6,300
approx. $3,850 – $6,850 · ex-depot, excl. VAT and delivery
Used by volume car exporters and remarketing operations optimising cost per vehicle.
- Available in new one-trip, cargo-worthy and wind-and-watertight grades
- Colour matching and corporate branding applied before dispatch
- Lock box, high-security padlock and anti-tamper hardware options
- Vent options to manage internal condensation
- Repair and refurbishment history documented on used stock
- Worldwide delivery by road, rail, sea or self-drive collection
About the Vehicle Carrier Shipping Container for Sale
Vehicle carriers use a fixed or adjustable internal rack system so two to four cars travel in one 40ft box, with each deck independently loaded and lashed. Racks fold flat for the return leg.
Every Vehicle Carrier Container for Sale we supply is drawn from our own inspected stock of lashing-equipped and racked units that protect cars, bikes and plant during ocean and overland transport. Swaans Containers B.V. trades globally from depots across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas, which means the unit you buy is sourced from the closest available yard rather than shipped needlessly across the world. That keeps both the price and the delivery lead time down.
Construction follows the standards the industry expects. The primary structure is Corten (COR-TEN A) weathering steel, 2mm corrugated panels, with 28mm marine-grade plywood on steel cross members and certification covering ISO 668, ISO 1496-1, CSC safety approval plate. The unit measures approximately 12.19 x 2.44 x 2.90 m externally and 12.03 x 2.35 x 2.70 m internally, with a door aperture of 2.34 x 2.58 m, a tare weight of around 3,900 kg and a maximum payload of 28,600 kg, giving roughly 76.3 m³ of usable volume.
Used by volume car exporters and remarketing operations optimising cost per vehicle. In practice most buyers arrive at this specification after comparing it against the alternatives in the Vehicle Shipping Containers for Sale range, and the decision usually comes down to access, payload and how the unit will be handled once it is on site.
The commercial case is straightforward. A steel container is one of the few assets that holds value: buy well, look after it, and you can expect a strong resale figure years later. Buying a Vehicle Carrier Container for Sale outright almost always beats long-term hire once the rental period passes twelve to eighteen months, and ownership removes the off-hire inspection charges and damage disputes that come with rented equipment.
Our sales team works with car exporters, classic vehicle dealers, motorsport teams and relocation specialists every day and will tell you honestly if a different specification suits your job better. Send us the cargo or the application, the site address and any access constraints, and we will come back with a fully landed price, the condition grade options available, and a realistic delivery date.
Buying guide
Use this guide before you order the Vehicle Carrier Shipping Container for Sale — it covers grade, certification, inspection and delivery so the unit you buy matches the job it is bought for.
New vs used options
New or one-trip units have made a single laden voyage from the factory and are visually near-perfect, with clean paint, tight seals and a full service life ahead. They cost more but need no remedial work and photograph well for customer-facing installations. Used stock is graded as cargo-worthy or wind-and-watertight. Cargo-worthy units carry valid CSC certification and can still be shipped internationally; wind-and-watertight units are structurally sound and dry but are sold for static use. Surface rust and repairs are normal at this grade and are documented before purchase.
Delivery requirements
Most units are delivered by tilt-bed or HIAB vehicle. You need firm, level ground, roughly twice the container length of clear approach space, and no overhead cables. Where access is restricted we arrange crane offload or split delivery to a nearby transfer point.
Site preparation
Place the container on a firm base such as concrete pads, railway sleepers or compacted hardcore under each corner casting. A level base is essential: a twisted frame makes the doors bind and voids most weathertight expectations.
Customisation options
Common modifications include personnel doors, windows, insulation, lining, electrics, shelving, ventilation, extra vents, partitions, ramps, security shutters and bespoke paint schemes. Specify these at order stage so the work is completed before delivery.
Maintenance
Maintenance is straightforward: keep door hinges and locking bars greased, clear roof debris, treat surface rust as it appears, and check the floor and door seals annually. Well-maintained steel containers routinely give twenty-five years of service.
Full specification
Full published specification for the Vehicle Carrier Shipping Container for Sale. Dimensions, payload and build details are confirmed in writing for the exact unit before dispatch.
- Container type
- Vehicle Carrier Container
- Available sizes
- 20ft and 40ft standard, other lengths on request
- External dimensions (L x W x H)
- 12.19 x 2.44 x 2.90 m
- Internal dimensions (L x W x H)
- 12.03 x 2.35 x 2.70 m
- Door opening (W x H)
- 2.34 x 2.58 m
- Tare weight
- 3,900 kg
- Maximum payload
- 28,600 kg
- Internal volume
- 76.3 m³
- Materials
- Corten (COR-TEN A) weathering steel, 2mm corrugated panels
- Flooring
- 28mm marine-grade plywood on steel cross members
- Certification
- ISO 668, ISO 1496-1, CSC safety approval plate
- Optional modifications
- Personnel doors, windows, insulation, lining, electrics, racking, ventilation, ramps, security shutters, bespoke paint and branding
Vehicle Carrier Shipping Container for Sale — questions
The questions buyers ask most often about the Vehicle Carrier Shipping Container for Sale. Select a question to read the answer.
Vehicle Carrier Shipping Container for Sale: How much does a Vehicle Carrier Container for Sale cost?
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Pricing for a Vehicle Carrier Container for Sale depends on condition grade, specification, current stock location and delivery distance. Standard-specification units are the most competitively priced because we hold volume; specialist and modified builds are quoted individually. Send us your postcode or port and we will return a fully landed price, usually within one working day.
Vehicle Carrier Shipping Container for Sale: Is the Vehicle Carrier Container for Sale available new and used?
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Yes. We supply new one-trip units for customers who need pristine condition, and inspected used units in cargo-worthy or wind-and-watertight grades where budget matters more than cosmetics. Every used unit is photographed and condition-noted before you commit.
Vehicle Carrier Shipping Container for Sale: Can you deliver a Vehicle Carrier Container for Sale internationally?
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We ship worldwide from depots across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas. Delivery can be arranged door to door, to your nominated port, or ex-depot for your own collection, and we handle export documentation where required.
Vehicle Carrier Shipping Container for Sale: Can the Vehicle Carrier Container for Sale be modified before delivery?
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Yes. Our workshops fit doors, windows, insulation, lining, electrics, ventilation, racking, partitions and security hardware, and apply bespoke paint and branding. Agreeing modifications at order stage is faster and cheaper than retrofitting after delivery.
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