Transport car vs. buying there

[mauimike]

Originally Posted by ssxa

JMO, but I'd sell and buy locally. Shipping is a nightmare with delays, damage and theft. Plus to fill that beast here with among the highest gas prices in the nation would hurt. Maui Toyota has among the best prices on new Toyotas in the state and are very competitive with the Mainland, in some cases even better. All depends on what you want to drive. Craigslist also is another good resource.

Think twice - Maui Toyota has the most arrogant people in the service department!!! From all over the nation!!!

[Sweetbeet]

Originally Posted by Jonah K

The main companies that currently ship vehicles to Hawai'i are Matson, Horizon, and Pasha and I've used all of them at one time or another.

So, which would you recommend, and why?

[KCrlni]

98 Subaru outback... sell it or ship it???

[Brav989]

Originally Posted by KCrlni

98 Subaru outback... sell it or ship it???

I would do a couple things. Figure out what it's worth right now. Figure out how much it would cost to ship from where you live to Hawaii. Check out the used car dealerships on the island you will be living, as well as neighboring islands. And check out sites like autotrader.com and craigslist and such to find any vehicles like yours.

That's what I'd do anyway

If you can find one comparable I'd just sell yours and buy another used one. I mean factor in the cost which is around a grand to ship I believe just from the west coast, not to mention (I've heard from many) it takes something like 4-8 weeks for it to arrive. So if you arrive ahead of it, you'll be using a rental anyway really.