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just looking for a ball-park estimate of how much i should expect to spend on a reliable (not pretty) 4x4 on stt. i am planning to move this coming summer and am trying to figure how much money i will need... any newbies who have recently made the move, please feel free to give me the play by play on expenses.
thank you,
erin
Posted : October 16, 2006 9:00 pm
A Suzuki Samurai, in "island" 'fair' condition will go for around $1,500 to $2,000. In 'rough but runs' shape, figure a thousand. 'Needs work' condition, $500 to $800. For a Suzuki Sidekick (Geo Tracker), add at least $500 to the above prices. AnnNYPisces just bought a 2WD Tracker (Sidekick) in really nice shape, with good tires, no dents, fairly new top, from the original owner for $3,600. It has low miles, driven by a school teacher, has a radio AND a back seat. It's a nice one. I think it would be considered in 'good' condition on this rock. What year is that, Ann?
Posted : October 17, 2006 6:10 pm
I am looking for a Sidekick (auto) for around 2000, if anyone knows of one, please give me a heads up. It doesn't need to be pretty, it just needs to run 🙂
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robertalbrecht@gmail.com
Posted : October 17, 2006 8:36 pm
I've posted this before, have bought and driven, "island cars" for two decades now, max paid $1500 and they've lasted me 4-5 years with long-run minimal investment. But I do have a most reliable mechanic who will check out a vehicle for $50 and who has never failed me.
Posted : October 17, 2006 8:38 pm
STT's mechanic is a stand up guy
Posted : October 17, 2006 8:51 pm
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hey stt resident,
great advice! could you email me your mechanic's contact info so i have it when i get there? thank you so much for your help!!
erin
bardsley@gmail.com
Posted : October 17, 2006 9:19 pm
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i got your email with the mechanic's number!
thank you so much!
erin
Posted : October 18, 2006 8:36 pm
Have a great island car for sale. It is an '88 Ford Bronco II, 5 speed, 2 wheel drive. Pretty much everything is new including tires, clutch, radiator, brakes and water pump. Asking $1500.00, but best offer will take it. Please call 340 344 7156 if you want to check it out. It is on the east end of St. Thomas and totally legal until March '07.
Posted : October 18, 2006 8:53 pm
