cruffman
Jamaican expat in Dominican Republic
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Jamaican
Lives in puerto plata
Speaks spanish
Registration: 09 December 2018
Buying a car by jcrenshaw
I'm To DR trying buy me a used car any advice are help
good morning...got the number....will call you this evening....have a great day Read More
Buying a car by jcrenshaw
I'm To DR trying buy me a used car any advice are help
hi there.....shoot me a whatsapp number and i will call you Read More
WillieWeb Has Passed by UncleBuck
I just read on another blog that WillieWeb has passed. He had been battling cancer, and a new lump showed up in his jaw/throat. He was not seeking treatment for this particular issue.He was a very active and informative contributor, with a ...
that hurts...he was one nice human being Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
@Nanosaso planner means well by starting a thread which allows for open discussion. knowing her style, i do not see the tread becoming overrun by refugees from other Dominican sites who are intent on warfare. their tenure will be fleeting..hopefull ... Read More
HOTEL ETC IN SD NEAR CANADA VISA CENTER by mocaman67
Wonder if anyone knows of clean inexpensive place my wife & I can stay for a night when she comes in for her fingerprinting & photo for her Canadian Permanent Resident Application at the Canada Visa Center in SD? Hoping to for an ...
make that ''doctor'' Read More
HOTEL ETC IN SD NEAR CANADA VISA CENTER by mocaman67
Wonder if anyone knows of clean inexpensive place my wife & I can stay for a night when she comes in for her fingerprinting & photo for her Canadian Permanent Resident Application at the Canada Visa Center in SD? Hoping to for an ...
All the best of luck. yes, this is exactly what the doctot ordered Read More
HOTEL ETC IN SD NEAR CANADA VISA CENTER by mocaman67
Wonder if anyone knows of clean inexpensive place my wife & I can stay for a night when she comes in for her fingerprinting & photo for her Canadian Permanent Resident Application at the Canada Visa Center in SD? Hoping to for an ...
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HOTEL ETC IN SD NEAR CANADA VISA CENTER by mocaman67
Wonder if anyone knows of clean inexpensive place my wife & I can stay for a night when she comes in for her fingerprinting & photo for her Canadian Permanent Resident Application at the Canada Visa Center in SD? Hoping to for an ...
Hostel San Francisco de Asisi in Gazcue. nice neighborhood, inexpensive, clean, pleasant..that i the best that comes to mind Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
@ondami i have met several expats in the course of doing the car search thing, and some have been exceptionally sweet human beings. i sometimes ask them what brought them to the DR, and they say that it is a case of push-pull...the mellow aspects ... Read More
Haiti issues by ondami
Good afternoon all.Moving to Punta Cana January’ish 2025.Have read a lot about tropical bows in Haiti.Is there any concern, or does this cause concern for the government of DR?How is the Haiti “issue” handled in DR?many thanks for ...
@plannerexcellent idea, planner. to my way of thinking it makes no sense discussing the conditions in Haiti wihout examining why they exist.. Read More
Haiti issues by ondami
Good afternoon all.Moving to Punta Cana January’ish 2025.Have read a lot about tropical bows in Haiti.Is there any concern, or does this cause concern for the government of DR?How is the Haiti “issue” handled in DR?many thanks for ...
Haiti cannot be fixed. it will be like this forever. Its condition is its penance for overthrowing colonial slavemasters. 100 years from today Haitians will still be living in shacks without running water, dying from primitive diseases like ... Read More
Can I ship my a 2014 Jaguar Ftype it's older than 5 years of age by ddmcneill
I have a 2014 Jaguar Ftype , I'm moving to Dominican Republic and I do not want to leave my car in the states , is there any way possible I can ship my car to DR. I was told that a use car cannot be older than 5 years old.
very true... Read More
Can I ship my a 2014 Jaguar Ftype it's older than 5 years of age by ddmcneill
I have a 2014 Jaguar Ftype , I'm moving to Dominican Republic and I do not want to leave my car in the states , is there any way possible I can ship my car to DR. I was told that a use car cannot be older than 5 years old.
There are enough old beaters on Dominican roads to start with...the government does not want to see people ringing in 10 year old jalopies Read More
Can I ship my a 2014 Jaguar Ftype it's older than 5 years of age by ddmcneill
I have a 2014 Jaguar Ftype , I'm moving to Dominican Republic and I do not want to leave my car in the states , is there any way possible I can ship my car to DR. I was told that a use car cannot be older than 5 years old.
@ondamiyou read wrong. 5 years. Read More
Can I ship my a 2014 Jaguar Ftype it's older than 5 years of age by ddmcneill
I have a 2014 Jaguar Ftype , I'm moving to Dominican Republic and I do not want to leave my car in the states , is there any way possible I can ship my car to DR. I was told that a use car cannot be older than 5 years old.
@ondamiif you attempt to ship in a 2011 you will be avoiding all the fees, because it cannot be done. Read More
Can I ship my a 2014 Jaguar Ftype it's older than 5 years of age by ddmcneill
I have a 2014 Jaguar Ftype , I'm moving to Dominican Republic and I do not want to leave my car in the states , is there any way possible I can ship my car to DR. I was told that a use car cannot be older than 5 years old.
@Dominicangringo61know what? it's their country. they get to decide what goes. they make the rules.foreigners know what their option is. Read More
Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR
[b]First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you[/b] So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo ...
@windeguyi agree with what you say, but if you bring in a US spec car and the front bumper gets damaged you would have to import a replacement from the USA. Read More
Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR
[b]First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you[/b] So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo ...
@crabelramblei have found a little over 200 cars for expats. Only two of those cars have had catastrophic engine failures...both were 2016 Hyundai Santa Fes with the GDI motor... Read More
Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR
[b]First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you[/b] So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo ...
@windeguyone more thing with Hyundai and Kia....if you read the reliability reviews they all make mention of the engine disasters experienced by these cars..oil leaks, engine fires, compresion loss...guess what? those problems occur with the ... Read More
Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR
[b]First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you[/b] So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo ...
2018 KIA SORENTO LX in USA avg price 17,500.2018 SORENTO LX at dealer in DR...21,000add 1500 USD shipping, 18% import duty, first plate charge and all the broker fees and under the table payments to the USA import and you tell me which is the ... Read More
Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR
[b]First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you[/b] So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo ...
@dwightjacksonlet me try to bring you up to speed with the cultural and economic realities of the DR..1..not very many people here can afford to lay out 70k for a car2..guys with 70k are not spending it on some used BMW, when they can buy a Land ... Read More
SELLING AN CAR IN THE DR. by Elgin7144
Good afternoon everyone,I was wondering if anyone knew a site where I could place my auto that I am trying to sell also, does anyone know of a site of where I can find what the value would be of the Auto that I’m trying to sell? Thank you so ...
put the car on facebook marketplace...there are other sites such as Corotos and Supercarros, but they do not have the same amount of hits Read More
BUYING A VEHICLE IN DR by 2VPsoldier
Okay, I am getting close to being ready to purchase a vehicle. What I would like to know is how it generally works here in the DR. I will only be able to give a deposit and then "finance" the remainder. Just wondering how it works and if ...
@ddmcgheethe allowance has to be utilized within the first six months of residency, or it is nullified Read More
Vehicle Repairs by ondami
Good evening folks.When we move to Punta Cana, getting closer every day, we want to purchase a couple of used vehicles via cruffman, God willing.In our thought process we believe it would be wise to purchase a vehicle that can be easily repaired; ...
Merry Christmas...Happy New Year Read More
Vehicle Repairs by ondami
Good evening folks.When we move to Punta Cana, getting closer every day, we want to purchase a couple of used vehicles via cruffman, God willing.In our thought process we believe it would be wise to purchase a vehicle that can be easily repaired; ...
It looks nice on you.. Read More
Vehicle Repairs by ondami
Good evening folks.When we move to Punta Cana, getting closer every day, we want to purchase a couple of used vehicles via cruffman, God willing.In our thought process we believe it would be wise to purchase a vehicle that can be easily repaired; ...
it depends on your budget...if you can afford 25k, and you want a small SUV, the absolute cream of the crop is the Mazda CX5..better than RAV4, better than CRV. if you are working with 10-11 grand the Renault Duster is the best. beyond that, a ... Read More
Vehicle Repairs by ondami
Good evening folks.When we move to Punta Cana, getting closer every day, we want to purchase a couple of used vehicles via cruffman, God willing.In our thought process we believe it would be wise to purchase a vehicle that can be easily repaired; ...
Happy Holidays to you, sir...blessings Read More
Vehicle Repairs by ondami
Good evening folks.When we move to Punta Cana, getting closer every day, we want to purchase a couple of used vehicles via cruffman, God willing.In our thought process we believe it would be wise to purchase a vehicle that can be easily repaired; ...
making a list of cars that are easily repaired is easy...making a list of cars which break less often is more useful, in my opinion.let us take the Hyundai Tucson...it comes equipped with three different engines. 1..the DOCH2..the GDI3..The older ... Read More
If so many ex-pats are complaining about… by ondami
If ex-pats are complaining about: the driving in DR, the bottled water in DR, the intent device in Dr, the slower pace of life in DR, etc., etc., etc., then how come they moved there in the first place and how come they stay?I am confused by these ...
@rlwoodzcorrupt human action?well, there are some serious ladrones in government, and almost all walks of civic existence...those types exist everywhere.. Read More
BUYING A VEHICLE IN DR by 2VPsoldier
Okay, I am getting close to being ready to purchase a vehicle. What I would like to know is how it generally works here in the DR. I will only be able to give a deposit and then "finance" the remainder. Just wondering how it works and if ...
@Thoreau Guillaume et Carolinewill call you later this evening...stay dry.. Read More
BUYING A VEHICLE IN DR by 2VPsoldier
Okay, I am getting close to being ready to purchase a vehicle. What I would like to know is how it generally works here in the DR. I will only be able to give a deposit and then "finance" the remainder. Just wondering how it works and if ...
@Thoreau Guillaume et Carolinehi there....thank for reaching out to me. please shoot me a whatsapp number so i can call you and we can exchange ideashave a great evening Read More
Security Alert: Terrorism towards US citizens abroad/worldwide by voipnetworks
The department of state issued an important message to all US citizens worldwide: Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and ...
if some terrorists are passing through form external sources then mayhem could be a possibiity...there are no homegrown terrorists in the caribbean. we have more worthwhile pursuits than killing strangers. Read More
If so many ex-pats are complaining about… by ondami
If ex-pats are complaining about: the driving in DR, the bottled water in DR, the intent device in Dr, the slower pace of life in DR, etc., etc., etc., then how come they moved there in the first place and how come they stay?I am confused by these ...
there is a guy who posts on another DR related site who had nothing good to say about the DR. he once revealed that he had lived in 17 countries, and they were all equally depressing.i asked him if it had ever dawned on him that maybe he is the ... Read More
If so many ex-pats are complaining about… by ondami
If ex-pats are complaining about: the driving in DR, the bottled water in DR, the intent device in Dr, the slower pace of life in DR, etc., etc., etc., then how come they moved there in the first place and how come they stay?I am confused by these ...
pay bills when due?two concepts come to mind when you say that..collection agencies..credit score.. Read More
If so many ex-pats are complaining about… by ondami
If ex-pats are complaining about: the driving in DR, the bottled water in DR, the intent device in Dr, the slower pace of life in DR, etc., etc., etc., then how come they moved there in the first place and how come they stay?I am confused by these ...
i am not in a position of knowledge to comment on the economics of education here, but i grew up in a country which is equally poor, or even more so, and guys i went to school with ended up on scholarship in Ivy League schools. the Jamaican girl who ... Read More
If so many ex-pats are complaining about… by ondami
If ex-pats are complaining about: the driving in DR, the bottled water in DR, the intent device in Dr, the slower pace of life in DR, etc., etc., etc., then how come they moved there in the first place and how come they stay?I am confused by these ...
many of the complaints and low assessments of things in the DR are highly misguided. much of it is not well analyzed and thought out.take for eample the repetitive droning about education in the DR...yes, the run of the mill schools leave much to be ... Read More
Scams from Women? by cirock
One subject I really haven't seen or I could have missed, are the type of scams women think of in Dominican Republic. Has anyone posted scams from women or heard of some
does anybody believe that Dominicans invented these scams? there are fake pregnancy scams in San Diego , Baltimore and Ottawa, too. Read More
Buying a car in Punta Cana by bsander5573bs
Can a expat buy a car in DR witout residency
@bsander5573bsmost certainly they can Read More
Alert Buying a Car... by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Read this today thought I would share.Scams are growing through vehicle sales in the Dominican RepublicScams are growing through vehicle sales in the Dominican Republicphoto from pexels.comSanto Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has seen an increase ...
@Karin1great observations once again, Karin..25 years ago, or thereabouts, insurance companies had a fixed payout threshold , above which they declared a car a total loss. if the actual cash value of a car was 10,000 dollars, and the property ... Read More
Alert Buying a Car... by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Read this today thought I would share.Scams are growing through vehicle sales in the Dominican RepublicScams are growing through vehicle sales in the Dominican Republicphoto from pexels.comSanto Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has seen an increase ...
@Karin1very insightful and useful observations, Karin..NEVER buy a car in a private sale without first seeing the matricula. if there is a lien there will be an entry on the matricula which says ''tiene oposicion''. that means the title is ... Read More
Alert Buying a Car... by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Read this today thought I would share.Scams are growing through vehicle sales in the Dominican RepublicScams are growing through vehicle sales in the Dominican Republicphoto from pexels.comSanto Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has seen an increase ...
@plannertrue word, Planner Read More
Alert Buying a Car... by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Read this today thought I would share.Scams are growing through vehicle sales in the Dominican RepublicScams are growing through vehicle sales in the Dominican Republicphoto from pexels.comSanto Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has seen an increase ...
@RockyMactually, there are laws...if you do not believe me, then try to stiff your household help for a week's wages. she will swing by the fiscal, and they will confiscate your big screen Samsung and sell it to make her whole.there are laws..it ... Read More
Alert Buying a Car... by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Read this today thought I would share.Scams are growing through vehicle sales in the Dominican RepublicScams are growing through vehicle sales in the Dominican Republicphoto from pexels.comSanto Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has seen an increase ...
hi there, Christopher....thanks for posting that article. it will surely serve as a caution to people who plan to dive into the car buying pool..Every last one of us is a potential victim of scams..these guys are no different than a guy selling cars ... Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Dominican Republic[B] by Mark Mclaurin
@T.DRRRthats inherently classist and patently untrue, anywhere !
@Mark Mclaurinit simply means that in your experience they might be princes among men, but in mine they are not...maybe in MY thinking i am looking for something which differs from what you are looking for. Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Dominican Republic[B] by Mark Mclaurin
@T.DRRRthats inherently classist and patently untrue, anywhere !
@Mark Mclaurindid you miss the part where i said ''IN MY EXPERIENCE"?That disqualifies what i said from being a generalization. Read More
US products not available in Dominican Republic by paula82pl
Hello, I live in the US and I'm working on a college assignment where I have to come up with an idea what product (or service) I can start selling in DR that is not present there yet. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!Thank you.
many years ago a lady in Santo Domingo came up with a simple idea which really took off..Hot dogs on a stick...no bun.in a few weeks she was enjoying roaring success.. business was booming..in a few months later, it was all over. there were ... Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move to the Dominican Republic, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in ...
ignore one of my posts, or both. i made the second post because i did not see the first one...good night. Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move to the Dominican Republic, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in ...
i am going to take a lashing for saying these things, so get your whips at the ready.Dominicans, superficially, are great buddies, and will do you many different kindnesses. if your car stops on the highway they will pull over and help you get it ... Read More
Adapting to the pace of life in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move to the Dominican Republic, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in ...
@T.DRRRsadly, you are right on many counts. superficially, Dominicans are great folks. they are fun people, and they will show you kindnesses at many turns. if your car gets a flat on the highway, they will pull over and help you change the wheel. ... Read More
Homicides in DR by Guest2022
El Caribe has posted an article which is very revealing in relation to homicides committed in DR in 2021. Interesting reading and no surprises which are the most dangerous barrios in Santo Domingo. Santiago is having a big problem with murders right ...
go off the rails Read More
Homicides in DR by Guest2022
El Caribe has posted an article which is very revealing in relation to homicides committed in DR in 2021. Interesting reading and no surprises which are the most dangerous barrios in Santo Domingo. Santiago is having a big problem with murders right ...
@planner hold things down planner, or the site will goo off the rails and become DR1. Read More
CAR Imports by Leonel Padilla
I got a question can I ship repaired tittle cars to Dominique Republic?
i am not sure either. i am just guessing.. Read More
CAR Imports by Leonel Padilla
I got a question can I ship repaired tittle cars to Dominique Republic?
i guess he is referring to rebuilt salvage titles. they are allowed to enter Read More
Being scammed, please help!!! by chrisfaithac
Need good legal council ASAP. Moved to Santo Domingo one week ago. Just to discover fiance and DR attorney has scammed me out of many dollars. Starting to get a little scary. Can anyone direct me to good attorney that deals with expat issues in ...
i am equally sympathetic to the plight of the op...however, someone earlier in the thread observed that this kind of event is par for the course here. you made mention of a number of factors which are common to the phenomenon...you asked some ... Read More
Being scammed, please help!!! by chrisfaithac
Need good legal council ASAP. Moved to Santo Domingo one week ago. Just to discover fiance and DR attorney has scammed me out of many dollars. Starting to get a little scary. Can anyone direct me to good attorney that deals with expat issues in ...
@ddmcghee you forgot this one.....is the age difference between you like 40 years? Read More
Being scammed, please help!!! by chrisfaithac
Need good legal council ASAP. Moved to Santo Domingo one week ago. Just to discover fiance and DR attorney has scammed me out of many dollars. Starting to get a little scary. Can anyone direct me to good attorney that deals with expat issues in ...
@ddmcghee red flags?if you go somewhere to buy something that costs 45,000USD, and someone tells you that you cannot put the proof of ownership documents in your name, i would say that is a red flag, no? Read More
Being scammed, please help!!! by chrisfaithac
Need good legal council ASAP. Moved to Santo Domingo one week ago. Just to discover fiance and DR attorney has scammed me out of many dollars. Starting to get a little scary. Can anyone direct me to good attorney that deals with expat issues in ...
i hope this does not come off sounding cruel, but the moral of the story in this case is that one should seek knowledgeable advice before making spending decisions such as these. if you are going to buy a house, have a talk with someone who knows ... Read More
Being scammed, please help!!! by chrisfaithac
Need good legal council ASAP. Moved to Santo Domingo one week ago. Just to discover fiance and DR attorney has scammed me out of many dollars. Starting to get a little scary. Can anyone direct me to good attorney that deals with expat issues in ...
@planner absolutely correct. there is no way to get that car back short of getting some muscle...something like a lawyer who has some generalissimo buddies who threaten to do harm if the car is not freed.. Read More
Being scammed, please help!!! by chrisfaithac
Need good legal council ASAP. Moved to Santo Domingo one week ago. Just to discover fiance and DR attorney has scammed me out of many dollars. Starting to get a little scary. Can anyone direct me to good attorney that deals with expat issues in ...
@L T95 how is an American attorney going to help him in an impasse with a Dominican? what is needed is a good Dominican attorney from a reputable firm. Read More
Being scammed, please help!!! by chrisfaithac
Need good legal council ASAP. Moved to Santo Domingo one week ago. Just to discover fiance and DR attorney has scammed me out of many dollars. Starting to get a little scary. Can anyone direct me to good attorney that deals with expat issues in ...
@chrisfaithac hi there...i am sorry to hear of your situation, one i have seen many many times...sadly, there is nothing you can do about the car. it is already in her name and you cannot unring that bell. . i hope you get a great set of attorneys ... Read More
How much to pay for menial labor in the yard and around the house by crabelramble
My wife and I have a home in el campo outside of La Vega. You know, an area where the streets have no names, the houses have no numbers, the roosters never stop crowing, the dogs never stop barking, and more than one of your neighbors has a couple ...
hi there Kentonflaig..no offense intended when i raise the subject of what it is worth...the main issue is that expats and Dominicans see payment diferently, because of the income realities. a local would be happy with paying 50 pesos for a ... Read More
How much to pay for menial labor in the yard and around the house by crabelramble
My wife and I have a home in el campo outside of La Vega. You know, an area where the streets have no names, the houses have no numbers, the roosters never stop crowing, the dogs never stop barking, and more than one of your neighbors has a couple ...
brilliant, planner (as usual)what it is worth to you is an important factor in the equation. Read More
The work culture in Dominican Republic by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in Dominican Republic[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in Dominican Republic[/b] can be both ...
the culture is not formatted for any kind of serious conduct...it is just caribbean laissez faire.i have called car dealers on 3 different listed numbers and nobody answers the call. in the USA if you work in an office and the phone rings the ... Read More
The work culture in Dominican Republic by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in Dominican Republic[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in Dominican Republic[/b] can be both ...
work culture?hmmm...let me ponder that one awhile.. Read More
Living in DR is not for everyone! by polo1club
I see more negative information about DR then usual. I realize that its not the same as living in the US, Europe, Canada or Brazil, but it is a different country different cultures and different traditions, The people are loud and festive sometimes ...
when you move from a ''first world '' country to a third world sandbar you have to lower expectations. things will not be just like the place you left. however, i have met numerous expats here who have made the best of the environs and the ... Read More
Penalty for no marbete by ratzoritzo
I was unable to renew my marbete this year due to a copy of registration that Banreservas said was too light and illegible. I forgot to bring the original with me from the US and unfortunately will be driving for the next 4 months with no sticker. I ...
@planner planner, you are like a walking encyclopaedia....do they still have those, what with google? Read More
To purchase a car by Daniella Maugeri
What do I need to purchase a car from New York in dominican republic mu fiance there and I want to purchase a car I have one here that is paid off through a dealer in the United States
i know you were, planner. i hope he gets it...let me add this...snowinpalm, if you wanted to buy a Hyundai Tucson or Santa Fe, would you know which engine to look for? do you think that the average buyer knows that there are different Hyundai ... Read More
To purchase a car by Daniella Maugeri
What do I need to purchase a car from New York in dominican republic mu fiance there and I want to purchase a car I have one here that is paid off through a dealer in the United States
planner, why waste time countering a posting like that? for every positive experience buyiing a car there are 100 negative ones. anyone who believes that self help is better than expert understanding of the business is not somebody to get into a ... Read More
To purchase a car by Daniella Maugeri
What do I need to purchase a car from New York in dominican republic mu fiance there and I want to purchase a car I have one here that is paid off through a dealer in the United States
if prospective buyers follow the directions given by ynotbdiving the medicine will go down real easy.. Read More
To purchase a car by Daniella Maugeri
What do I need to purchase a car from New York in dominican republic mu fiance there and I want to purchase a car I have one here that is paid off through a dealer in the United States
thanks for the kind words guys.....you too, planner...have a sweet weekend Read More
Get well Rocky by planner
I want to take a moment to wish Rocky aka Dave aka ddmcghee's husband a quick recovery.He had back surgery this past week in Santo Domingo. I am sure both will tell us the good the bad and the otherwise of their experience once Dave is ...
GET WELL!!!wishing you speedy recovery, Rocky.. Read More
Buying a car in the Dominican Republic... by ppauley
I'm new to the “expat.com” Dominican Republic forum, so please forgive me if my post’s question has been previously answered. My partner, Michelle, and I have recently purchased a villa near Sosuá. We plan to arrive in ...
it was a pleasure...enjoy it in the best of health...blessings Read More
Buying a car in the Dominican Republic... by ppauley
I'm new to the “expat.com” Dominican Republic forum, so please forgive me if my post’s question has been previously answered. My partner, Michelle, and I have recently purchased a villa near Sosuá. We plan to arrive in ...
thanks for the generous remarks, planner and WW.... Read More
Buying a car in the Dominican Republic... by ppauley
I'm new to the “expat.com” Dominican Republic forum, so please forgive me if my post’s question has been previously answered. My partner, Michelle, and I have recently purchased a villa near Sosuá. We plan to arrive in ...
i do not want to get into an argument with TDRR about the used car business, but Moca is probably the worst place to buy a used car. Santiago is decent, but overpriced. Santo Domingo, the capital, is leaps and bounds above either Moca and Santiago. Read More
Buying a car in the Dominican Republic... by ppauley
I'm new to the “expat.com” Dominican Republic forum, so please forgive me if my post’s question has been previously answered. My partner, Michelle, and I have recently purchased a villa near Sosuá. We plan to arrive in ...
a word of caution to people buying cars in the Cibao region....a 2017 CRV is going to run you close to 40 large in places like the tramo.... same car in Santo Domingo will run 35k. Read More
Buying a car in the Dominican Republic... by ppauley
I'm new to the “expat.com” Dominican Republic forum, so please forgive me if my post’s question has been previously answered. My partner, Michelle, and I have recently purchased a villa near Sosuá. We plan to arrive in ...
actually, dealers post their ads in either dollars or pesos. you only have a problem if you do not pay in the currency they post. if they post the car as 500,000 pesos, and you try to pay for it in dollars, then you will have an exchange rate ... Read More
Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR
[b]First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you[/b] So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo ...
@planner there are lots of other options....they just happen to be crap, more often than not Read More
Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR
[b]First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you[/b] So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo ...
@Tippj maybe it's just me, but i think that travelling 4 hours to get a great car beats travelling 2 hours to get a piece of crap, which will be a nightmare for you in the foreseeable future..then again, i have been wrong many times Read More
Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR
[b]First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you[/b] So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo ...
thanks a ton for the props , Planner Read More
Car: Buy in Country or Ship? by TonyJ54
We bought a placed in Sosua. I am an airline employee and travel to the DR monthly for a week at a time. Thus far I’ve been renting cars. After I retire I will probably buy a dependable vehicle. I’m trying to make the decision whether ...
they aren't exactly a Toyota or Honda, but they are tough cookies... Read More
A colmado is a good business to open in DR? by carlhenrypierre83
Hi good night A colmado is a good business to open in DR? What's the process or the step to open a colmado please?
there are certain ventures that foreigners should stay far away from. colmado is probably the best example..those things are usually run on credit and foreigners do not have the networks and muscle to ensure that debtors come through with payments. ... Read More
Chicken growing business by Rajko85
This might sound like a dumb question. Anyone on here in a chicken growing business? I am considering moving to DR (santiago) with my wifey. Her dad owns a lot of land down here but am afraid to pull the trigger as we make a good living in USA. For ...
if you have a small plot of land and want to get into agriculture, then it is obvious that you need to engage in a pursuit which produces intensively per acre or hectare, or whatever. if you have an acre of land you are not going to get rich ... Read More
buying a new or used car in puerto plata,sosua, etc by hwaters25
any advice, tips, hints , cautions, thanks
my one word comment...don't. Sosua and POP are not exactly ideal places to buy used cars...not good ones, anyway. Read More
buying a new or used car in puerto plata,sosua, etc by hwaters25
any advice, tips, hints , cautions, thanks
the prices of used cars are very high, but so are the prices of new cars. at least if you buy a used car someone else has absorbed the brutal first and second year depreciation. Read More
buying a new or used car in puerto plata,sosua, etc by hwaters25
any advice, tips, hints , cautions, thanks
thank you for the kind words, Uncle Buck Read More
Buying a car by jcrenshaw
I'm To DR trying buy me a used car any advice are help
thanks for the very charitable assessment of my services. it was a joy meeting lennoxnev and his charming wife, and triumphing over the auto market this time.. enjoy it in the best of health... Read More
Automobile business in DR by Looking For Her
Looking for some advice on a business idea I was working months ago and after several meetings with dealers and importers there, I was unable to gain the confidence and trust necessary to start this endeavor. Automobiles are expensive there due to ...
absolutely right... Read More
Automobile business in DR by Looking For Her
Looking for some advice on a business idea I was working months ago and after several meetings with dealers and importers there, I was unable to gain the confidence and trust necessary to start this endeavor. Automobiles are expensive there due to ...
for many years it has been illegal to bring in salvage certificate cars. at one time you could do that. just like many years ago some Toyotas came to the DR in crates and got assembled here. just like 15 years ago you could bring in cars with ... Read More
Automobile business in DR by Looking For Her
Looking for some advice on a business idea I was working months ago and after several meetings with dealers and importers there, I was unable to gain the confidence and trust necessary to start this endeavor. Automobiles are expensive there due to ...
it is not a moot point. you cannot legally bring in a vehicle with a salvage CERTIFICATE. ou can bring them in with aa salvage TITLE. when you buy a salvage in its destroyed form you get a salvage certificate. when you repair the vehicle, and ... Read More
Automobile business in DR by Looking For Her
Looking for some advice on a business idea I was working months ago and after several meetings with dealers and importers there, I was unable to gain the confidence and trust necessary to start this endeavor. Automobiles are expensive there due to ...
be very careful when you buy a car in this country which came from offshore. if that thing has a rebuilt salvage title you will be running it on seguro de ley, because no insurance carrier will give you any type of comprehensive or collision ... Read More
Automobile business in DR by Looking For Her
Looking for some advice on a business idea I was working months ago and after several meetings with dealers and importers there, I was unable to gain the confidence and trust necessary to start this endeavor. Automobiles are expensive there due to ...
did you try this venture? did you bring cars into the country on a salvage certificate? Read More
Stories about the good side of the DR by DominicanadaMike
With some recent postings I thought we should start a thread and share some stories about events in the DR that made your day or helped you see that better side of life in the DR. We are just an island here and every story has a significant impact, ...
As quite a few people know, i got kicked in the nuts by the covid bug... i spent a week in the hospital and every evening my cab driver brought me a home cooked meal. when i got out of the hospital and went back to my apartment, my medicine was on ... Read More
Importing car to Dominican Republic by Scorpiana
So I received a quote to have my car delivered from Florida to DR for about $1,200-seems reasonable. What kind of cost should I expect when it arrives to the DR and relinquished to the officials?
thanks to folks like WillieWeb and planner for always giving me props... Read More
Importing car to Dominican Republic by Scorpiana
So I received a quote to have my car delivered from Florida to DR for about $1,200-seems reasonable. What kind of cost should I expect when it arrives to the DR and relinquished to the officials?
'''you would think a dealer would be legit''.... not really. they are bigger crooks than private sellers. they are the guys who present you with fake matriculas and computer generated CARFAX. Read More
Importing car to Dominican Republic by Scorpiana
So I received a quote to have my car delivered from Florida to DR for about $1,200-seems reasonable. What kind of cost should I expect when it arrives to the DR and relinquished to the officials?
hi there .. good morning ...this is Cruffman.....stand by for adventure...i am going to message you Cruffman Read More
Questions on buying a car by dominicangringo
Hi everyone, Will be moving to the Dominican Republic in February and looking to purchase a vehicle. I have browsed around the forum and had the following questions: 1. I've seen Cruffman being the go-to guy to purchase a used car in the ...
you are not stepping on my toes....we are in the same shoes. i much prefer cars bought here, like at Viamar. nobody in this part of the world needs heated seats. nobody really needs cruise control, and memory seats. basic, solid cars cost way ... Read More
Questions on buying a car by dominicangringo
Hi everyone, Will be moving to the Dominican Republic in February and looking to purchase a vehicle. I have browsed around the forum and had the following questions: 1. I've seen Cruffman being the go-to guy to purchase a used car in the ...
it was an absolute pleasure facilitating this transaction..meeting you in person was a joy after having communicated with you electronically for such a long while. enjoy the car in the best of health, and i wish you fruitful times... Read More
Questions on buying a car by dominicangringo
Hi everyone, Will be moving to the Dominican Republic in February and looking to purchase a vehicle. I have browsed around the forum and had the following questions: 1. I've seen Cruffman being the go-to guy to purchase a used car in the ...
i am always ready, willing, and available to help you find a car....you can whatsapp me at 829 546 3624, or email me at cafenegril1@yahoo.com safe travels Mike Read More
I want to buy a used Honda CR-V by juansellsthebronx
How is the safest way to buy a used car in dr?
hi there, 2VP. sorry i did not get back to you before. you might be aware that i got flattened by COVID, but i am on the mend...been on my feet for a week. what exactly do you need, and how soon? what is your maximum budget? as soon as i have ... Read More
Questions on buying a car by dominicangringo
Hi everyone, Will be moving to the Dominican Republic in February and looking to purchase a vehicle. I have browsed around the forum and had the following questions: 1. I've seen Cruffman being the go-to guy to purchase a used car in the ...
if you are not versed in this matter, you need the help or service of someone who is. there are guys out there who are fabricating titles...if you get a fake title and it does not show up on the dmv computer you are in a world of hurt.... i have ... Read More