[cherylrad]

Hi! We will be living in Puerto Morelos for at least a year and will need to buy a car! I have been told that you one is not allowed to register a car with a tourist visa. Any work arounds?

 

[Longford]

It might be better (might not) if you purchase a vehicle in the USA and drive it down:

Look at the "Vehicle Permits" section of the document linked below:

Mexico

And have a look at this webpage's vehicle registration section:

http://www.rollybrook.com/vehicle_permits.htm

 

[RVGRINGO]

See my other post regarding a car and a Tourist Permit.
A residence permit will allow you to stay, and keep a foreign plated car for up to 4 years.