Costa Rican Harry.
Your Gringo Car Guy
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Experience meets Pura Vida

Meet Costa Rican Harry.

Your Gringo Car Guy. A lifetime around vehicles, and a personal connection to the place he now calls home.

Harry’s story

How he got here, and why he’s helping.

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From the U.S. Car Business to Costa Rica

Harry spent more than 45 years in the automotive business across Texas and California, with time in the broader automotive, boat and RV business too.

Dealership operations
Customer relationships
Sales
Negotiation
Pricing
Inventory
Boats & RVs
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Learning to Buy Vehicles in Costa Rica

After five years here, Harry has real, firsthand local experience. He has bought vehicles in Sarchí and Grecia, and picked up a few surprises along the way.

Pensionado
Costa Rican-licensed driver
Homeowner
03

Why I Created Costa Rican Harry

Harry wants to help others avoid some of the difficulties he went through, and make more informed decisions when buying a vehicle in a different country.

04

Why I’m Doing This Now

He’s retired, built his home and established a life in Costa Rica. Now he wants to stay active, meet good people, solve problems and enjoy helping others.

And no, he doesn’t plan to spend all his time under a palm tree drinking Imperials.

More than a car connection

You don’t have to figure everything out alone.

Buying a car in a new country has a few extra hurdles. Get experienced guidance as you explore your options.

01

Unfamiliar pricing

Without local reference points, it’s hard to tell what a fair price looks like.

02

Paperwork and process

Documents, registration and steps can differ from what you’re used to.

03

Language and disclosures

Details can get lost in translation, and knowing what to ask matters.

Straight talk

What to expect, and what to keep in mind.

What you can expect

  • Personal guidance from someone who’s been through it
  • Clear information on pricing, paperwork and disclosures
  • Straight answers, so you can make an informed decision at your own pace
  • No pressure to buy a car that isn’t right for you

Worth keeping in mind

  • Harry can’t guarantee the lowest price
  • Not every dealer is the problem. It’s about asking good questions
  • Check the documents, and consider an independent inspection

My Approach

Harry has partnered with a local vehicle provider, with the goal of presenting clean vehicles with available inspection information and proper disclosures.

How I Get Paid

The customer doesn’t pay Harry directly. The dealer pays him a flat fee, so feel free to ask him anything about it.

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A good car. A fair deal.
No unnecessary headaches.

Let’s talk about your next car. No pressure, just a conversation with someone who’s been through it.

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LET’S FIND YOUR CAR