Just from a very quick look around the area I found that used vehicles lost no more than 10% of sticker value when 3 years old on the dealer floor. I have no idea what they do with used vehicles here but I have not found a reasonable amount of depreciation.
The comprehensive insurance (from reading QIC policy papers) must be purchased at the time of initial purchase with the option of up to 3 years comprehensive coverage. They do not have comprehensive widely available except on NEW vehicles.
As for used I saw a used H3 and a used Land Cruiser that were only QR 5000 less than the new vehicles. If you do the math as I saw you are US then you would save a whopping $1400. For this you get someone else's problems, unknown maintenance history, less warranty, and since it is in Qatar you also get that wonderful smoked in for a year smell instead of New Car smell.
Make your decision upon arrival. I personally found that some of the better deals on 4x4's is to be found in the US manufacturer market. If you have no need for an SUV and you want 4x4 then the Silverado Reg Cab's are extremely affordably. The Trailblazer/Envoy's are a great SUV choice. This value is increased by the excellent service and support you will receive from the GMC dealer here (Mannai).
Just from a very quick look around the area I found that used vehicles lost no more than 10% of sticker value when 3 years old on the dealer floor. I have no idea what they do with used vehicles here but I have not found a reasonable amount of depreciation.
The comprehensive insurance (from reading QIC policy papers) must be purchased at the time of initial purchase with the option of up to 3 years comprehensive coverage. They do not have comprehensive widely available except on NEW vehicles.
As for used I saw a used H3 and a used Land Cruiser that were only QR 5000 less than the new vehicles. If you do the math as I saw you are US then you would save a whopping $1400. For this you get someone else's problems, unknown maintenance history, less warranty, and since it is in Qatar you also get that wonderful smoked in for a year smell instead of New Car smell.
Make your decision upon arrival. I personally found that some of the better deals on 4x4's is to be found in the US manufacturer market. If you have no need for an SUV and you want 4x4 then the Silverado Reg Cab's are extremely affordably. The Trailblazer/Envoy's are a great SUV choice. This value is increased by the excellent service and support you will receive from the GMC dealer here (Mannai).
This is just my opinion so no flames please.
Hmmm- which personality is coming out today?