sometimes I think Walt Disney is writing the car ads for these people and they expect you to believe itA car 17 years old with 32,000 km? More chance of hitting the lottery............
sometimes I think Walt Disney is writing the car ads for these people and they expect you to believe itA car 17 years old with 32,000 km? More chance of hitting the lottery............
Might be but the 5 Cylinder Volvo engine is one of the best ever seen.Thanks all for your help with this. I was originally hoping somebody on here might have a good car to sell, but as I suspected, nobody has come forward. I decided that rather than trail around the dealers all over the country, I would call Mike Logan and he is now on the case. I found I still have his name in my phone contacts under "Gorgon Mike"!
A Daihatsu Mira? I've always had my doubts about three cylinder cars. I had a bad experience with a five cylinder Colorado, so I am biased against cars with an odd number of cylinders.
There's no doubt that many of the mechanics here are nothing but backyard wrench turners pretending to be professionals. In many ways, mechanics are like doctors here: Using one that is not highly recommended, you're just rolling the dice.In the US you can at least pull up any legit body shop reports. But sure there are nefarious mechanics there also but nothing like the outright attempts to put lipstick on pigs that's done here.
I bet 40% of cars in DR have had their instrument panel mileage rolled back or the check engine lights cross-wired to light up from another 'key-on' source, because I found that exact thing in a car my ex bought.
Rolling back an odometer in the US is quite rare.
You are rolling the dice with mechanics and doctorsThere's no doubt that many of the mechanics here are nothing but backyard wrench turners pretending to be professionals. In many ways, mechanics are like doctors here: Using one that is not highly recommended, you're just rolling the dice.
That is where Mike Logan earns his $250....he has the tools and knowledge to check the car and check it properly.If you want a good, economical, used car, but a Toyota or a Honda. I've had good luck with almost all the used cars I've ever bought. You have to know how to check one out though.
Good idea. I've had good experiences with Mazdas in the past.seriously consider a Mazda Demio (Mazda 2) Perfect first car. https://www.supercarros.com/mazda-demio/1394360/
was in one yesterday in Santo Domingo asked the uber driver how he liked his little Kia, he said great car had it for 5 years and havent done anything to it... and yes that included no oil changesI rented Kia Picantos for many winters. Cheap on gas and tough as nails. I drove them down rough backroads to get to remote beaches. Took them places I wouldn’t take an AWD SUV. Don’t expect blazing acceleration but they get around adequately. Budget sells off their cars annually. I think they ship them to Santo Domingo for disposal.
It's normal to drive a vehicle here without doing anything more than putting gas in it until it stops running. That's why Toyotas are so popular.was in one yesterday in Santo Domingo asked the uber driver how he liked his little Kia, he said great car had it for 5 years and havent done anything to it... and yes that included no oil changes
of course.. when the car starts making loud noise ... they just turn up the radioIt's normal to drive a vehicle here without doing anything more than putting gas in it until it stops running. That's why Toyotas are so popular.
And that's the reason you don't want to buy a car owned and used in the DR - the maintenance is non-existentwas in one yesterday in Santo Domingo asked the uber driver how he liked his little Kia, he said great car had it for 5 years and havent done anything to it... and yes that included no oil changes
Thanks for that, but the price is over our budget. Also, I would wonder about the availability of parts for a 2008 BMW. Nice to know the engine starts and stops though!Hello, I know someone who is selling a good car.
A 2008 BMW 318i E90 a unique opportunity, as it is one of the few in these conditions in the Dominican Republic.
Located between Sosua and Cabarete.
PRICE: 10 000 USD not less
The current owner is very very meticulous and takes care of this car every day.
A major maintenance of 90,000 km has just been carried out.
Gearbox: Automatic & sequential
Horsepower : 150
Fuel Type : Gasoline
Exterior Color: Charcoal grey
Interior Color: Black
Consumption: 7 liters/100 km
Condition: Perfect condition, well maintained, clean interior (no tears, no holes).
Low Mileage: The mileage is relatively low for its age, only 95,000 KM.
Performance: Powerful engine, smooth handling, and sporty characteristics that make it enjoyable to drive.
Safety Features: Functional airbags, ABS brakes and stability control.
Luxury Features: Leather seats, a premium sound system.
Maintenance History: Regular servicing and care, always kept clean, no animals, no smoking.
Unique Features: Engine start/stop, exceptional handling and driving dynamics, offering a sporty and engaging driving experience compared to many other cars in its class.
Ownership History: Second owner.
Aluminum rims
Reversing sensor
100,000 km maintenance at a BMW specialist: includes air filter, oil filter and internal engine cleaning (this is for the sake of selling the car in very good condition).
All of the above....It behooves me how anyone can run a car without ever changing the oil. Lack of education, or just too lazy and cheap.............