I'd like to pay someone to borrow their car...

Submitted by Amanda on 1 July, 2008 - 07:42.

Looking for a cheap way to have a truck/car for about 3 weeks in July, and also for a month or two beginning in mid-August while we get settled...We'd like to buy a truck eventually, but don't want to rush into anything. I'm afraid that a long term rental will be prohibitively expensive...but if anyone has any ideas or suggestions they would be much appreciated. Thanks!

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I would also like to make a point that

Submitted by will305 on 2 July, 2008 - 16:50.

In Managua, I used to take taxis regularly, several times a day at about C$60 cords round trip average.

If you make an average of 3 trips a day (Supermarket, Mall, etc) at C$60 cords round trip, which is reasonable, and probably less in Granada because distances are less, it adds up to $9.32 a day or $279 a month. IF you take 3 trips every day, which is doubtful. Alot less than renting a car unless you need a truck.

Something to think about.

that's a very good point

Submitted by Amanda on 2 July, 2008 - 18:03.

in general, I totally agree. In fact, I lived for 2 years traveling from Masaya to Managua for work daily and didn't miss a car. In fact, I often complain that the "public transport" in Nicaragua is better than in Miami. However, in our specific situation, my husband's projects will necesitate frequent visits to tiny "comarcas" in Leon and Chinandega....so he will need a car. None the less, that is very good advice for someone contemplating a vehicle when they move.

well said

Submitted by Lolafargo on 2 July, 2008 - 14:16.

Well said, I read this post yesterday and wanted to responded but has no idea without sounding bitchy.

It's true...

Submitted by will305 on 2 July, 2008 - 11:59.

I have done what you are wanting to do, there are people who will do it, but the cost is almost the same as renting from Budget or whatever...and not worth the risk. No roadside assistance, which I have needed on TWO occasions.

Good luck

Submitted by Chele John on 2 July, 2008 - 11:20.

You are asking a lot.

Unless you have family to borrow/rent from who live in Nicaragua, I'm going to be very surprised if you find anyone willing to rent their car to you for a price you seem to think is fair.

The fact is between the roads and the risk of having an accident in Nicaragua while you are driving, the cost/risk of renting or borrowing a car is high. Especially if you want something with four wheel drive.

You have to make up your mind. Either you are really going to move in country or you aren't.

You can try and play it safe all you want but when it comes to a vehicle you have absolutely only two choices. Rent or buy your own.

There's nothing in between.

Some things are much cheaper in the third world.

Reliable transportation never is.

You're probably right...

Submitted by Amanda on 2 July, 2008 - 14:30.

I know it was a long shot, but it never hurts to ask. And having lived there only four years ago for about 2 years, I am pretty familiar with the transport situation. Anyway, I think I found a place that will let me rent and not force me to buy their insurance, since my credit card provides as well...that keeps the rental to about $15 a day, which is totally reasonable. Also, re: you're comment about needing to decide....we are moving, we already have a house lined up, and maybe we'll meet sometime after we're there in August.

Will and John are correcto

Submitted by tacomasteve on 2 July, 2008 - 14:16.

Most gringos here have vehicles because they need them on a daily basis....Weekly Rentals range from about 150 for a compact to 390 for a Pick Up, daily rental of a Toyota Land Cruiser is $65... With a little wheeling and dealing you can arrange a driver and vehicle for $40-50 a day.. Chele John are you related to the big Chele Auto Lot in Managua?

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