How much is insurance for a 1989 Suzuki Swift in Maine?

Insurance for a 1989 Suzuki Swift in Maine (ME) varies by driver profile, but Maine requires minimum liability coverage of 50/100/25. Older model years like the 1989 generally have lower premiums. Compare quotes from multiple carriers.

Does the 1989 Suzuki Swift have any recalls?

To check if your specific 1989 Suzuki Swift has open recalls, enter your 17-character VIN into Car Alpha's free recall checker. This searches the official NHTSA database. All recall repairs are free at authorized Suzuki dealerships.

How do I decode a 1989 Suzuki Swift VIN?

Enter your 17-character VIN into Car Alpha's free VIN decoder to instantly get full specs, manufacturing details, recall history, and ownership guidance for your 1989 Suzuki Swift using official NHTSA VPIC data.

What are Maine's requirements for a 1989 Suzuki Swift?

Maine requires minimum liability insurance of 50/100/25, valid registration, and a clean title. Check your 1989 Swift's warranty status and consider extended coverage options.

1989 Suzuki Swift in Maine

Hatchback·Model Year 1989·ME·New England

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Everything Maine drivers need to know about owning a 1989 Suzuki Swift — from Maine insurance requirements and minimum coverage (50/100/25) to lemon law protections, registration fees, and VIN decoding.

1989 Swift Insurance in Maine

Maine requires minimum liability coverage of 50/100/25 for all registered vehicles, including the 1989 Suzuki Swift.

Maine Minimum Coverage

50/100/25

Model Year

1989

Maine Avg. Annual Cost

$1,002

As an older model year, the 1989 Suzuki Swift generally has lower insurance premiums in Maine. You may want to evaluate whether comprehensive and collision coverage is cost-effective given the vehicle's current market value.

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1989 Swift Lemon Law in Maine

Maine's lemon law primarily covers new vehicle purchases. If you purchased your 1989 Suzuki Swift new and experienced persistent defects early on, you may have had lemon law protections. For used 1989 Swift purchases, check Maine's used car consumer protection laws and implied warranty rules. Maine's Lemon Law covers new vehicles within 3 years or 18,000 miles. After three repair attempts or 15 business days out of service, the consumer can invoke arbitration for a refund or replacement.

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1989 Swift EV Incentives in Maine

Maine offers incentives for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. If you're considering a 1989 electric or hybrid Suzuki Swift, you may qualify for state-level tax credits, rebates, or HOV lane access in addition to the federal EV tax credit of up to $7,500. Maine offers the Efficiency Maine EV rebate program with incentives up to $2,000 for new battery electric vehicles. Low-income residents may qualify for enhanced rebates.

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Registering a 1989 Swift in Maine

All Suzuki Swift vehicles driven in Maine must be registered with the state DMV. Maine charges an annual registration fee based on vehicle weight, typically $35 for most passenger vehicles. Excise tax is also assessed based on the vehicle's MSRP and age.

Registration Fee

$35 for most passenger vehicles

Title Fee

$33

Plate Fee

Emissions Testing: Maine requires emissions testing. Maine follows California's CARB emissions standards and requires OBD-II emissions testing in Cumberland County for vehicles older than the current plus one model year. Testing is annual. Your 1989 Suzuki Swift must pass emissions before registration can be renewed.

Safety Inspection: Maine requires a periodic safety inspection. Maine requires annual safety inspections for all registered vehicles. Inspections cover brakes, tires, lights, steering, exhaust, glass, and other safety components. Cost is typically $12.50.

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