| Buying a car in Dubai doesn't have to be as difficult as | | | | However, be sure to know that there some |
| you might think. If you are interested in purchasing a | | | | differences. Many lenders will ask for forward dated |
| car in Dubai or buying a car abroad and importing it to | | | | checks to be cashed on each due date of your loan |
| Dubai, there are some basic things you should consider. | | | | instead of monthly payments. When you get financing |
| What's great about car purchases in Dubai is that their | | | | through the dealership it is important to note that the |
| list prices compared to other regions is so much | | | | loan will come through the dealership's preferred bank. |
| cheaper, but you'll also need to think about not only the | | | | If you choose your own bank, you may actually get a |
| actual purchase but also insurance and registration | | | | better rate and terms on your car loan. |
| among other things. | | | | Getting insurance is absolutely essential in Dubai. There |
| The first thing you need to know about buying a car in | | | | is no shortage of car insurance options in Dubai and |
| Dubai is that you must have a residence visa for the | | | | your dealership can also help you locate an insurer. |
| country. If you do not then you won't be able to buy a | | | | However, unlike the U.S. be sure to pay close attention |
| car there. As long as you have that bit of paperwork, | | | | to who is covered on your policy. Quite often, female |
| you're set. All you need to do is decide whether you | | | | spouses are not included on the insurance coverage. |
| want to purchase a new car or a used one. | | | | Also be on the lookout for "blood money" which is |
| Remember, new cars are inexpensive but used ones | | | | money paid to the victim or victim's family in the case |
| are even cheaper! | | | | of death or severe injury caused by a collision. |
| Many people choose to buy used cars in Dubai simply | | | | Once you've purchased the car and insured it you will |
| because they are so affordable. Used cars are usually | | | | need to register it. All cars in Dubai must be registered. |
| just as good as new ones since the turnover rate of | | | | If you buy a car from a dealership, the dealership will |
| expatriates in Dubai is so swift. People are always | | | | help you register the vehicle. However, if you purchase |
| coming and going and will often sell their cars for great | | | | the car from an individual the responsibility lies on you. |
| bargains. If a used car is what you're after be sure to | | | | Remember, if your car is more than two years old, it |
| check notice boards, online forums, newspapers, | | | | must be tested before it can be registered. You can |
| colleagues, and even used car dealerships. | | | | take it to a testing center or hire a service to do this |
| There are plenty of dealerships specializing in both | | | | for you. |
| used and new cars. An excellent source of used cars | | | | As long as you know all the basics about buying a car |
| in Dubai is at auction. Buying a used car at auction or a | | | | in Dubai, you should be fine. Just remember, it is always |
| dealership in Dubai is usually your best bet as the cars | | | | wise to go into the purchase of a car as an informed |
| have all undergone vehicle checks and tests. | | | | consumer, so do your research before signing on the |
| If you need financing for a car purchase in Dubai it is | | | | dotted line. Also, if you plan on importing a car into the |
| possible through most new and used car dealerships | | | | country, there are other steps that you will need to |
| as well as local banks. The basic principle is very | | | | take, so making your purchase locally might be your |
| similar to the same process in the United States. | | | | best bet. |