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Udo
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Thanks for the rules explanation about importing cars. That is the most comprehensive writing I have seen to date.
To Ed:
My one sentence explanation was not sufficient, thanks to Bob...but now you see that it is not worth nationalizing a car in Baja. Stick with South
Dakota (today's weather there made news headlines: 4 feet of snow! We REALLY got out of there just in time. One day it is 74 degrees, the next day it
starts to snow and it stops at 4 feet!
We really got lucky!
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Can someone clarify what the "gold star" is and what is required to obtain the star on a new DL?
I am gearing up to move my residency to SD and register my cars there.
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Can anyone recommend a PMB service in Rapid City?
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Udo
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http://www.Americas-mailbox.com
[Edited on 4-15-2015 by Udo]
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Udo
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The GOLD STAR is obtained when one presents at least two (2) federally issued IDs.
Can be a combination of w-2, social security card, US passport.
You also have to give up your current state's driver's license. The process of filling out the form takes about 5 minutes. They then take your photo,
and immediately hand you your SDDL on the spot.
The motel at http://www.americas-mailbox.com will have all your residency paperwork filled out for you when you check in. They are located about two miles from
the DMV office, which is not open on Mondays.
It can't get any easier than that!
| Quote: | Originally posted by bajalearner
Can someone clarify what the "gold star" is and what is required to obtain the star on a new DL?
I am gearing up to move my residency to SD and register my cars there. |
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It is not worth the hassle or the cost.
| Quote: | Originally posted by lencho
| Quote: | Originally posted by Udo
Why not support the state I live in?
We will only be in California a few more months, the move to Baja permanently. Why should I support the California Economy |
Following that argument, you should "probably" be registering your vehicles in BCS, your chosen state of residence.  |
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Just re-read the thread, can't find reference:
What are the options of obtaining US insurance only as needed when entering the US from Mexico?
"Raise your words, not your voice. It's rain that grows flowers, not thunder." ~Rumi
"It's the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it." ~ Aristotle
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LOL, "Another example of Gringos' favored status in Mexico..." this must be your humor here lencho unless you want to list "The Many examples of
Mexicans' favored status in California & USA....." just spreading the humor right back where it really belongs. I guess it would be best to just
say "Let's Not Go THERE, CORRECT???" LOL Take Care & Travel Safe----"No Hurry, No Worry, Just FUN" bajafun777
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One footnote I have learned last month.
In California, your car insurance (Mercury, State Farm, etc.) will cover any accident IF your car is plated in California. As soon as you obtain new
registration in another state (I.E. South Dakota), your California car insurance is nul and void.
Ask your insurance company why.
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AKgringo
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My legal permanent residence is in Alaska, and I have a secondary residence in California. I am currently insured with Geico, and they require me to
have two different policy's, because the states have different requirements, and liabilities.
My California policy covers vehicles registered in both states (2 AK, 2 CA), because that is where they are primarily used. The CA policy is actually
cheaper for the same coverage, but more of a pain in the rear to start and stop coverage for vehicles that are not going to be driven for months at a
time.
I hope this isn't too much off topic, but can anyone reading this give me any information about replacing Geico with a policy that would cover me for
liability only, no matter what I am driving?
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DENNIS
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Maybe a good question for AAA.
"YOU CAN'T LITTER ALUMINUM"
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Quote: Originally posted by Udo  | One footnote I have learned last month.
In California, your car insurance (Mercury, State Farm, etc.) will cover any accident IF your car is plated in California. As soon as you obtain new
registration in another state (I.E. South Dakota), your California car insurance is nul and void.
Ask your insurance company why. |
Maybe this is because you are not supposed to be living in California anymore. After all you are not paying for any of the nice benefits you get.
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| Quote: Originally posted by Bajaboy | | Quote: | Originally posted by yellowklr
| Quote: | Originally posted by Bajaboy
Why not support the state you live in? |
maybe because its a left wing tax you to death state??? |
Yes, yes it is. Keeps out the riff raff |
Most states have anonymous methods for turning tax cheats in. Another way have keeping the freeloaders out.
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DENNIS
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California has a way of keeping freeloaders out? Must have started within the last half hour.
"YOU CAN'T LITTER ALUMINUM"
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Amazing huh. They aren't all poor, brown or black. I m sure you know a few and can do your part as well.
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Udo
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HDI Seguros (Discover Baja) as well as BAJABOUND have liability only driver's licenses policies so you may drive whatever you wish in Baja.
It costs around $180.00 USD per year.
| Quote: Originally posted by AKgringo |
I hope this isn't too much off topic, but can anyone reading this give me any information about replacing Geico with a policy that would cover me for
liability only, no matter what I am driving? |
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| Quote: Originally posted by Udo | HDI Seguros (Discover Baja) as well as BAJABOUND have liability only driver's licenses policies so you may drive whatever you wish in Baja.
It costs around $180.00 USD per year.
| Quote: Originally posted by AKgringo |
I hope this isn't too much off topic, but can anyone reading this give me any information about replacing Geico with a policy that would cover me for
liability only, no matter what I am driving? |
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I believe if you read the whole statement he is referring to replacing Geico and driving in the USA, not Mexico.
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Thanks Udo, but it is a US policy like that I am looking for. I have a gas hog ford truck, and an old motorhome that are rarely used, and I probably
don't put more than 15 to 20 thousand miles on the other four combined!
Add in the fact that all of the vehicles spend four to six months a year in storage, I am spending a lot for just liability and comprehensive
insurance. The comprehensive is required to keep from canceling the policy every time I store them.
Edit; I am asking here rather than from an agency, because I value the opinion of a satisfied user more than a salesman.
[Edited on 6-13-2016 by AKgringo]
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AKgringo,
Where are your vehicles registered? If in the US, call an independent insurance agent in the area and ask him. Don't talk to any insurance company
directly, speak to an independent expert who is familiar with the rules where your vehicles are registered.
At least that is what I would do.
I have a substantial discount on a vehicle (Mercury Ins) because I drive it less than 3000 miles a year. I have an independent agent and he took my
word for it and got the discount.
[Edited on 6-13-2016 by SFandH]
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Mulegena
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residency and Medicare
By declaring residency in South Dakota must Medicare be obtained in South Dakota, too?
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