americantraveler
American looking for information about Hungary
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Lives in los angeles
Registration: 01 May 2011
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looking at Hungray to retire by opalla
Hello I'm currently in U.S wanting to be an Expat. I'm a retired nurse. I'm still youngish lol really I did retire early. I'm friendly,My ego is in portion with my reality. lol. I have always wanted to travel. Now that my children are grown and out ...
Yes, this is my last weekend in Hungary so I am going to take the train to both Szentendre and Godollo (hopefully). For Opalla's benefit - the weather here in Budapest has been unsettled. Kind of cold, windy and then followed by nice days. Almost ... Read More
Required Safety Equipment ? by americantraveler
Hello, I understand some items of Safety Equipment are required to be carried in an auto at all times. Is it a Warning Triangle (one or two?), a Safety Vest, Spare bulbs, Spare fuses and a First Aid kit? Anything else? TIA Rob
Thanks as always for your well thought out and comprehensive reply. I think I will simply avoid driving in Austria. Rob Read More
Required Safety Equipment ?
Hello, I understand some items of Safety Equipment are required to be carried in an auto at all times. Is it a Warning Triangle (one or two?), a Safety Vest, Spare bulbs, Spare fuses and a First Aid kit? Anything else? TIA Rob Read More
Purchasing an automobile in Hungary by americantraveler
Hello, I will be purchasing an automobile from a private Hungarian "seller" very soon. Can someone please tell me what exactly is the process or procedure to follow when buying an auto from an individual? I am a tourist so I will not be ...
Thanks also for that link Gentlemen, I should have been more accurate. I am looking for a Smart Roadster Coupe. The Roadster is the little beauty. The regular Smart 2for2 (?) coupe is really quite ugly (in my opinion). Yes, I do have my eyes ... Read More
looking at Hungray to retire by opalla
Hello I'm currently in U.S wanting to be an Expat. I'm a retired nurse. I'm still youngish lol really I did retire early. I'm friendly,My ego is in portion with my reality. lol. I have always wanted to travel. Now that my children are grown and out ...
Hello Opalla, I do not know if you have taken that plunge and moved to Hungary yet, but I can tell you that what I saw of Budapest last August was magical. I wandered several districts, like a Bohemian vagrant, marveling at the arts, the ... Read More
Purchasing an automobile in Hungary by americantraveler
Hello, I will be purchasing an automobile from a private Hungarian "seller" very soon. Can someone please tell me what exactly is the process or procedure to follow when buying an auto from an individual? I am a tourist so I will not be ...
Thanks for the warning. Yes buying cars long distance can be risky. And it is very possible to travel a long way only to be presented with junk. Which is a real bummer! My experience though is that most people, most of the time, are pretty ... Read More
Purchasing an automobile in Hungary by americantraveler
Hello, I will be purchasing an automobile from a private Hungarian "seller" very soon. Can someone please tell me what exactly is the process or procedure to follow when buying an auto from an individual? I am a tourist so I will not be ...
WOW!! Thanks for the first-rate, detailed analysis. I am indebted to you and appreciate the time and effort you have clearly put into answering my questions. Certainly buying cars in foreign countries (for a visitor) is not for the faint of heart ... Read More
Purchasing an automobile in Hungary by americantraveler
Hello, I will be purchasing an automobile from a private Hungarian "seller" very soon. Can someone please tell me what exactly is the process or procedure to follow when buying an auto from an individual? I am a tourist so I will not be ...
Ok, thanks again as always. I learn something new each time you post. I am familiar with the German 5-day "transit license plate/temporary EU registration" and am intending to utilize that option. 5-days is insufficient though for my holiday as I ... Read More
Purchasing an automobile in Hungary by americantraveler
Hello, I will be purchasing an automobile from a private Hungarian "seller" very soon. Can someone please tell me what exactly is the process or procedure to follow when buying an auto from an individual? I am a tourist so I will not be ...
Thanks again for the valuable insights. Clearly, as we say here in the southwest USA, "This is obviously not your first rodeo" and I appreciate the concise, factual "nuts and bolts" info. Naturally I want to fully comply with Hungarian motor ... Read More
Purchasing an automobile in Hungary by americantraveler
Hello, I will be purchasing an automobile from a private Hungarian "seller" very soon. Can someone please tell me what exactly is the process or procedure to follow when buying an auto from an individual? I am a tourist so I will not be ...
Thanks for the kind reply, and I am sure you have a feel for the local used car market conditions in Hungary. But in the global picture, Hungary still has moderate used car prices (for the models I am interested in anyway). If you think Hungary has ... Read More
Purchasing an automobile in Hungary
Hello, I will be purchasing an automobile from a private Hungarian "seller" very soon. Can someone please tell me what exactly is the process or procedure to follow when buying an auto from an individual? I am a tourist so I will not be ... Read More
Want to buy Daihatsu Charade Turbo Diesel
Hello, I want to buy a Daihatsu Charade Turbo Diesel of 1986 or 1987 vintage. Any hope? TIA Rob Read More