Volvo Sat Nav in Cyprus? - Page 2

behrichards · May 15th, 2011, 18:23

Niggles,
What paperwork did you need to take to the port? Presumably you need all the ownership docs etc , insurance and the C104A
Did they issue you a temporary registration there and then that allows you to drive for the 30 days until you do all the tests etc?
Thanks,
Ben

Niggles · May 16th, 2011, 17:26

Yeah - ownership (Pink logbook/V5 or BFG 75), insurance (although I didn't have Cyprus insurance I had a green card from my insurance company in Germany to cover me). You then get a temp registration for 30 days. I didn't have a C104A from SBA customs as I am here on slightly different rules - if you did you may find that they actualy register the car - not sure. I also managed to blag 90 days as it was a couple of days before Easter and everything here was about to close down for a week (I only asked for an extra week or two!).

Niggles.

neilbk · May 22nd, 2011, 18:19

Sorry to hear that the main dealer couldn't help on the maps front - at least there are other options - and in truth - it isn't a big place anyway!

Who did you opt for for insurance? Do they offer no claims discounts etc, or run parallel to a UK policy?

Grateful for your advice

N

Niggles · May 23rd, 2011, 16:13

Varios insurance companies - I have gone for one that was suggested by a neighbour - after phoning around a couple of places they were the best price and most responsive. They do NC discount (inc protected) and very similar policy cover to UK. I am not sure if I am allowed to say names on here or not?

Niggles · May 23rd, 2011, 16:15

I also had a PM message about driving rules in Cyprus. Sadly I don't have 30 posts yet so can't reply (seems to be a forum setting) - but in reply:

Yes - based on UK driving rules it is pretty similar. Just remember that places have 2 names now (Nicosia is now sign posted as Lefkosia etc). You will need seperate insurance if you wish to drive to the north - this can be purchased at the crossings, but check with the hire car company that the car is allowed to go north). Also be aware that driving standards are very low so drive defensively! They do not always bother stopping at red lights etc. Enjoy - the weather is great at the moment.

Niggles.

darbs · May 23rd, 2011, 18:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by Niggles

I also had a PM message about driving rules in Cyprus. Sadly I don't have 30 posts yet so can't reply (seems to be a forum setting)

if you want to PM, the moderators can bump up your post count to allow you to. just leave them a message here....

http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=99800

behrichards · Jul 17th, 2011, 10:59

Hi Niggles,
Just wondering if you are in position to give any info on the registration process etc.
Getting close now, so any info is gratefully received.

Thanks,

Ben

May 22nd, 2011, 18:19	#13
neilbk New Member Last Online: Sep 28th, 2011 13:20 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Manchester	Insurance options in Cyprus Sorry to hear that the main dealer couldn't help on the maps front - at least there are other options - and in truth - it isn't a big place anyway! Who did you opt for for insurance? Do they offer no claims discounts etc, or run parallel to a UK policy? Grateful for your advice N

May 15th, 2011, 18:23	#11
behrichards New Member Last Online: Mar 12th, 2013 10:03 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Preston	Niggles, What paperwork did you need to take to the port? Presumably you need all the ownership docs etc , insurance and the C104A Did they issue you a temporary registration there and then that allows you to drive for the 30 days until you do all the tests etc? Thanks, Ben

May 16th, 2011, 17:26	#12
Niggles Junior Member Last Online: Sep 1st, 2015 22:51 Join Date: May 2010 Location: All over	Yeah - ownership (Pink logbook/V5 or BFG 75), insurance (although I didn't have Cyprus insurance I had a green card from my insurance company in Germany to cover me). You then get a temp registration for 30 days. I didn't have a C104A from SBA customs as I am here on slightly different rules - if you did you may find that they actualy register the car - not sure. I also managed to blag 90 days as it was a couple of days before Easter and everything here was about to close down for a week (I only asked for an extra week or two!). Niggles.

May 23rd, 2011, 16:13	#14
Niggles Junior Member Last Online: Sep 1st, 2015 22:51 Join Date: May 2010 Location: All over	Varios insurance companies - I have gone for one that was suggested by a neighbour - after phoning around a couple of places they were the best price and most responsive. They do NC discount (inc protected) and very similar policy cover to UK. I am not sure if I am allowed to say names on here or not?

May 23rd, 2011, 16:15	#15
Niggles Junior Member Last Online: Sep 1st, 2015 22:51 Join Date: May 2010 Location: All over	I also had a PM message about driving rules in Cyprus. Sadly I don't have 30 posts yet so can't reply (seems to be a forum setting) - but in reply: Yes - based on UK driving rules it is pretty similar. Just remember that places have 2 names now (Nicosia is now sign posted as Lefkosia etc). You will need seperate insurance if you wish to drive to the north - this can be purchased at the crossings, but check with the hire car company that the car is allowed to go north). Also be aware that driving standards are very low so drive defensively! They do not always bother stopping at red lights etc. Enjoy - the weather is great at the moment. Niggles.

Jul 17th, 2011, 10:59	#17
behrichards New Member Last Online: Mar 12th, 2013 10:03 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Preston	Hi Niggles, Just wondering if you are in position to give any info on the registration process etc. Getting close now, so any info is gratefully received. Thanks, Ben

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