NEW CARS VS. USED CARS IN QATAR

PRICES OF NEW CARS ARE REASONABLE, AND NOT NEARLY AS INFLATED AS THE PRICES OF SOME IMPORTED ITEMS IN QATAR. AS IN MOST COUNTRIES, POPULAR ASIAN BRANDS (TOYOTA, HONDA, NISSAN) WILL BE VERY ECONOMICAL, AND IT’S OFTEN EASIER TO OBTAIN SPARE PARTS FOR THESE MAKES. EUROPEAN LUXURY BRANDS (MERCEDES, BMW) ARE ALSO ON OFFER, BUT WILL BE MUCH MORE EXPENSIVE.

New cars can be bought directly from the dealership, and you can take your pick from many well-recognised makes and models, such as Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, Mercedes, Volvo, even Ferrari and Rolls Royce! Buying directly from the dealership is a straightforward process, just as you would probably expect in your home country. Car Rental in Qatar

Used cars in Qatar can either be bought from a dealer or directly from the owner. A good place to start looking for used cars is via any of the online virtual marketplaces or classified directories that have popped up.

Qatar Motor Trader features cars being sold from both private owners and dealerships.

In both cases, don’t be afraid to ask questions, go for a test drive and try to negotiate a better price. In the case of a used car, ask how often the previous owner serviced the vehicle, and do take the vehicle to a reliable garage for an inspection; Salwa Road, near the Industrial Area, hosts a number of mechanics happy to provide such a service for a reasonable price. Qatar Car Hire

Most banks in Qatar will offer car loans, usually up to two years, and dealerships will also have loan options, these often include one large down payment followed by three to four monthly instalments. Alternatively, some companies will offer loan schemes that then deduct payments from your monthly salary.