When someone decides to buy Mazda online or through a car dealership in the Emirates, attention is usually focused on the price in the ad. This is what they focus on when planning a budget. But experienced drivers know that the total amount is almost always higher. The reason is the additional costs, which are not always noticeable at first glance.
Registration
Any car in the UAE must be officially registered. This is not just a formality: you will have to pay for license plates, registration cards and paperwork. The amount depends on the type and age of the car, but most often it is several hundred dirhams. If the car is imported from abroad, customs duties are added.
Tax Nuances
Starting in 2018, the VAT is 5%. If the price is shown in the ad without it, a significant amount will be added to the final payment. Many customers forget about this and then wonder why the receipt has grown.
Insurance
Driving without insurance is not possible in the UAE. The policy is mandatory, and its cost may vary significantly depending on the length of service of the driver, engine power and the age of the car. For new cars, comprehensive insurance often costs from 1,500 to 5,000 dirhams per year.
Inspection and Repair Before Registration
If you take a used car, it is checked before registration. Any problems found will have to be fixed at your own expense. Sometimes these are small things, but it also happens that repairs cost a decent amount.
Delivery
When buying through an online marketplace or from a seller in another emirate, you often must pay for transportation. The price depends on the distance and the delivery method.
Additional Equipment
The basic package may not have everything you need for the local climate. For example, an enhanced cooling system or sand filters. Installing these options won’t be cheap, but it will be more difficult to operate without them.
Conclusion
When planning a purchase, it is important to consider not only the “price tag” in the ad. It is necessary to immediately budget insurance, taxes, registration, possible repairs and retrofitting. This way you will know the real cost in advance and avoid unpleasant surprises.
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