Much of the week has been spent trying to understand the logistics of buying a car in South America. As in any country there is documentation to take car of, and there is an element of 'waiting game' about it.
What we're finding is that it doesn't look like it is possible to buy a car, hop in, and then tour the continent. We will need to fully register the car and complete the necessary paperwork in order to be able to drive the car at all (understandable) - but also before being allowed to cross borders. This is the stumbling block.
Whilst we will end up with a temporary RUT (which gives us permission to drive the vehicle) upon purchase - we will not be able to exit the country with the car until the permanent version of this document is lodged. This can take up to 1 month. On a 3 week road trip, where we will not be at any fixed abode, this is something of a stumbling block.
As things stand, we are literally attempting mission impossible.
This morning I have emailed the embassy of each and every South American country - to ask if they can help or advise...
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