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There is only one dealer for each company, in San Jose and the entire country.
I said we had had two Nissans, but we did also import a Chevrolet pickup, years ago.
No, at this point we are in the interior of Guanacaste a long way off from most [i]Gringos[/i] requiring this service,:wink: but he does occasionally go out of this area to repair various types of equipment.Land Rover and Land Cruiser parts seem easily accessible all over the country and they can be sent ‘from town’ via the bus, if not found locally. and it is one that my husband, a mechanic recommends. He is used to finicky British vehicles. 😉 after owning both MGB’S and Jaquars.
One of the best parts stores in Costa Rica, [url=http://www.laguacamaya.co.cr/index.php]La Guacamaya[/url] and they are now in several locations.
We have bought and used hard, 2 Nissan pick-ups.
Now you did ask for ONLY recent renewals….:roll:
If your Residency was approved under the old rules, you are still required to produce your ‘cambio receipts’ [i]however[/i] if it was under the new rules they are not required…but take them anyway 🙄
You need to provide proof of your pension (recent SS letter from the Embassy) and you must make an appointment to get this, copies of your present [i]cedula[/i], recent CAJA receipts and utility bill is required.
You can make an appointment a month in advance at BCR or immigration [i]if you prefer.[/i] although you may be offered an appointment for the same week as you applyAn [url=http://www.qcostarica.com/2014/06/06/new-rtv-manual-requires-the-new-license-plates-and-kmh-speedometer/]article this morning[/url] regarding new rules to be in place for next year RITEVE inspections.
“Right hand driven vehicles will no longer pass the inspection. RHD vehicles are prohibited under the Ley de Transito of 2012, however, it was not a fail point for the vehicular inspection”.
“The new manual requires that speedometers include the kilometers per hour (kmh) measurement. Some imported vehicles, like from the United States for example, have speedometers only in miles per hour (mph). The change, however, only applies to vehicles entering the country starting next year”…although vehicles before 1977 in the UK were not required to have Kmh. speedometers. Right?
No, it isn’t a ‘special day’ here that warrants another holiday for Costa Ricans, so immigration will be open. Make sure your license plates are good for driving in town on a Friday.
Lou, by now you will have realized that your [url=http://www.aeropost.com/web/frontend/restringidos?lang=_eng&country=sjo]meds, vitamins or food supplements[/url] cannot be shipped by courier or mailed via the Post office, without an import permit. Each Rx requires a separate permit, [i]possibly[/i] a broker and your [i]cedula[/i] information and a trip to El Roble, Caldera to retrieve them. So unless you have ‘friends’ who can bring them it looks like you will need to make that trip.
Just remember that your legal paperwork must be dated less than 6 months previously, when being handed over to immigration.
We imported a vehicle from the US and it’s not such a ‘hassle [b]if[/b] you have a competent shipper/broker involved. If you decide not to import one, and if you can find what you want, it would be best to purchase one here rather than renting a vehiclePlease note that as a [i]Rentista[/i] and being under 55 your [url=http://www.usexpatcostarica.com/arcr-rate-hike-for-caja-plan/]healthcare[/url] could cost you $442 per month…:shock:
Even higher premiums are being put on an [i]Investor[/i] of $680 although this is not posed on the other link.Dick, to purchase either of your choices expect to pay a very high price, especially a new one from a dealer. You will find many older ones here, but they still may not be ‘cheap’
To rent or lease them, would also cost [i]well[/i] over $1000 per month … but I don’t know a company that deals in these specific vehicles.
Suggest you read the ‘rules and regs’ if you haven’t already done so, in regards to [url=http://www.costaricalaw.com/Immigration-and-Residency/residency-general-information-and-summary.html]living here legally.[/url]From an expat of both the UK and Canada 😉
It is important to understand that when in a more rural, higher altitude, there [i]may[/i] be less access to some of the amenities you want or need.
Unless you [i]like [/i]these specific conditions, I don’t recommend the area north of San Ramon as it tends to get VERY foggy …right down to the ground for days at a time…and windy there due to the cloud forests and mountains north of town.
Although it is considered to be good for orchids….:roll:
[b]Costaricabill[/b]’s advice is right on the (pension) money…8)
In fact, you [u]cannot[/u] combine the income from two individuals when applying for residency.If you haven’t yet visited these areas, you really should do this …or any areas… preferably for an extended time, before deciding to purchasing any property.
Good website for additional information regarding the [url=http://www.costaricalaw.com/Immigration-and-Residency/residency-general-information-and-summary.html]legalities of living here.[/url]Sue, sorry to hear that you and your husband didn’t get to share more years together.
It seems that many who move here, stay for 2-4 years, then choose to return ‘home’, for a variety of reasons.
Not many well stocked health food stores [i]anywhere[/i] in the country. The largest [url=http://www.qcostarica.com/2014/05/21/gnc-closes-costa-rica-stores-for-dispute-with-the-ministry-of-health/]GNC[/url] has presently closed it’s doors. You will not find the type of ‘macrobiótica’ similar to what you be used to.
Realize that food supplements etc. are [url=http://www.aerocasillas.com/web/frontend/restringidos?lang=_eng&country=sjo]Restricted[/url] [u] so are not [/u]permitted to be sent via the mail or though courier service, unless you apply for a import permit, which is not so cheap and easy to do, as every item need a specific permit and you will be required to travel to ‘pick up your goods’ as they will [u]not[/u] be shipped to your address.
