Question on Buying a Car in Canada

Depends on the "entertainment", eh?

 

You are forgetting that a vehicle costs half again as much
in Canada, one that sells for 20K in the US sells for 30K
in Canada.


mike hunt

 

You are forgetting that a vehicle costs half again as much
in Canada, one that sells for 20K in the US sells for 30K
in Canada.


mike hunt

 

Please be specific.

 

Please be specific.

 

Pro: may be cheaper, may have amenities not available in US.
Con: No support for 'gray market' cars from AHM, i.e. warranty or service
support. Dealer service may be less than expected on gray market car.

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Pro: may be cheaper, may have amenities not available in US.
Con: No support for 'gray market' cars from AHM, i.e. warranty or service
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New Tacoma for 22,500 CDN MSRP ... pretty good deal. Other used deals ...

Sample of local dealer in Vancouver, BC suburb of Surrey

http://www.jptoyota-surrey.com/

 

New Tacoma for 22,500 CDN MSRP ... pretty good deal. Other used deals ...

Sample of local dealer in Vancouver, BC suburb of Surrey

http://www.jptoyota-surrey.com/

 

Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys
in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for
hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was
about a 15% tax on everything. They charge 3% more if one paid
in American dollars or used a US credit card. Some places even
would not give you change for American dollars. If the bill was
for say $20 Canadian they would take an American $20 but not give
you any change. At that time an American $20 would get you $28
Canadian, at a bank, even after the exchange fee. Somebody has
to pay for that 'free' medical care I guess.


mike hunt

 

Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys
in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for
hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was
about a 15% tax on everything. They charge 3% more if one paid
in American dollars or used a US credit card. Some places even
would not give you change for American dollars. If the bill was
for say $20 Canadian they would take an American $20 but not give
you any change. At that time an American $20 would get you $28
Canadian, at a bank, even after the exchange fee. Somebody has
to pay for that 'free' medical care I guess.


mike hunt

 

Canadian dollar now stronger keep coming back with those Murcan $$$ they
spend real good here. Two things to remember however-- count your change and
don't bend over. )

 

Canadian dollar now stronger keep coming back with those Murcan $$$ they
spend real good here. Two things to remember however-- count your change and
don't bend over. )

 

Smart tourists claim back the GST.

Funny *you* wouldn't mention that.....

 

Smart tourists claim back the GST.

Funny *you* wouldn't mention that.....

 

Also funny he wouldn't mention that this ability to claim back the GST is
broadly and loudly advertised in numerous places in all international
airports within Canada.

 

Also funny he wouldn't mention that this ability to claim back the GST is
broadly and loudly advertised in numerous places in all international
airports within Canada.

 

spake unto the masses in

I don't believe you were ever in Montreal. What color is the railing at the
Customs area at the airport?

Bullshit, "Mike". Most places give you the exchange. There is normally a
sign posted next to the cash with the current US exchange on it. It's 1.30
as I write.

Montreal is a wonderful city. Way better than Toronto. And with better
drivers, too.

 

spake unto the masses in

I don't believe you were ever in Montreal. What color is the railing at the
Customs area at the airport?

Bullshit, "Mike". Most places give you the exchange. There is normally a
sign posted next to the cash with the current US exchange on it. It's 1.30
as I write.

Montreal is a wonderful city. Way better than Toronto. And with better
drivers, too.

 

I wouldnt blame all Canadians for that bad apple giving you no change on an
american 20 cause you can get ripped off right in the usa by that type of
person-course you would have to let them do it to you there too.
There is buttheads in every country, you just were expecting it from a nice
Canadian. Anywhere near here(maritime Canada) has a big sign near the cash
or outside advertising the american exchange rate so you know you wont get
ripped when you go in. Now I see why. Its also makes for competition amongst
themselves for the best rate offered to Americans to get them in the door.
Better come here eh.