I want to buy a new car...info please

[slightly]

Hi Guys

 

I am looking to buy a car in May.

I have heard that second hand cars are very expensive, so I am enquiring about buying a new one.

 

I am leaning towards a small car due to the obvious hazards of driving in Pattaya, so can anyone give me some info please:

 

Inparticular:

 

Honda Jazz

Toyota Yaris

Chevrolet Matiz

 

Please give me an idea of prices / warranty / dealerships in Pattaya region

 

Any info on larger vehicles & quality 2nd hand dealers would be appreciated.

 

Thanks

slightly

[chris2004]

I've been looking at buying a car as well but the low pound has put me off for a while.

 

There are 2 Toyota dealers and 1 Honda and 1 Chevrolet dealer on the Suvhumvit Road, going out of town towards Bangkok.

 

The Yaris and Vios start about 550,000 baht up to about 700,000. My preference was the Honda City, a lovely looking car with a massive boot, starts at 519,000. All have good 3 year warranties. Buying new is IMO a better option as even a 7-10 year old car with 100,000 kms will cost 300,000 +. Could you trust a second hand car salesman in Thailand?

 

My other problem was getting finance in my name, namely I couldn't unless guaranteed by a thai person. Paying all up front with the pound at 48 didn't seem a good idea.

[kuffki]

I would suggest the pick up models.

Not only its cheaper but bigger and has more use.

Like Toyota Hilux, Isuzu Dmax

"Working" cars have less tax, so its better value for money

[slightly]

I've been looking at buying a car as well but the low pound has put me off for a while.

 

There are 2 Toyota dealers and 1 Honda and 1 Chevrolet dealer on the Suvhumvit Road, going out of town towards Bangkok.

 

The Yaris and Vios start about 550,000 baht up to about 700,000. My preference was the Honda City, a lovely looking car with a massive boot, starts at 519,000. All have good 3 year warranties. Buying new is IMO a better option as even a 7-10 year old car with 100,000 kms will cost 300,000 +. Could you trust a second hand car salesman in Thailand?

 

My other problem was getting finance in my name, namely I couldn't unless guaranteed by a thai person. Paying all up front with the pound at 48 didn't seem a good idea.

 

Hi Chris

 

Thats good info

Now I have something to think about.

 

Thanks

slightly

[slightly]

I would suggest the pick up models.

Not only its cheaper but bigger and has more use.

Like Toyota Hilux, Isuzu Dmax

"Working" cars have less tax, so its better value for money

 

 

Hi kuffki

 

I didnt know about working cars having less tax

Thanks for that info.

 

Could you give me an idea of how much these pick ups go for?

 

Cheers

slightly

[kuffki]

Hi kuffki

 

I didnt know about working cars having less tax

Thanks for that info.

 

Could you give me an idea of how much these pick ups go for?

 

Cheers

slightly

 

 

From what i seen, starting prices are around 450K

[yankee99]

I would suggest the pick up models.

Not only its cheaper but bigger and has more use.

Like Toyota Hilux, Isuzu Dmax

"Working" cars have less tax, so its better value for money

 

I am not so sure that is true... toyota and dmax that i looked at were around 800K for a four door the mitsubishi was in the mid 700s.... A nice vios can be had for sub 600k

[kuffki]

I am not so sure that is true... toyota and dmax that i looked at were around 800K for a four door the mitsubishi was in the mid 700s.... A nice vios can be had for sub 600k

 

Yep for top of the range that will be right

But the starting price for 2 door,5 seater is 450K

[kuffki]

Check out this link with car prices

http://www.expatmotors.co.th/new_prices.html

[slightly]

Check out this link with car prices

http://www.expatmotors.co.th/new_prices.html

 

 

Thanks for the link & info.

I presume these dealers are on Sukhumvit rd.

 

Can you confirm please

[kuffki]

Thanks for the link & info.

I presume these dealers are on Sukhumvit rd.

 

Can you confirm please

 

Sorry have no idea where they are, but their contact details are on the website http://www.expatmotors.co.th/map.html

I think they in Bangkok, but it gives you an idea on prices. So you can go to other dealers around Pattaya and see what prices you can get-may be can get a better price

[slightly]

Sorry have no idea where they are, but their contact details are on the website http://www.expatmotors.co.th/map.html

I think they in Bangkok, but it gives you an idea on prices. So you can go to other dealers around Pattaya and see what prices you can get-may be can get a better price

 

OK I will compare the prices with the dealers in Pattaya first before I go to Bangkok.

Thanks for your help

[Benny10]

Last year I bought my Toyota in Bangkok, because the local dealers (2 In Patts and 1 in Chonburi) declined my request for a discount. Some offered just all extras and not even a 1 year free A-class insurance.

 

From the dealer in Bangkok I got all extras, 1 year A-class insurance free, plus 22 K discount.

With the smart card you are still entitled to get the free service at any dealer in LOS.

 

Toyota has 75 dealers in Bkk, so it’s worth to shop around.

Edited April 14, 2010 by Benny10

[CampariO]

Thinking about buying the Mazda 2, nice style, starting from 535.000:

 

http://www.mazda.co.th/en/models_newmazda2_main.php

[kuffki]

There are a few new cars on Thai market such as Nissan March Eco Car which apparently is better specs then others in its class and starting price is 375K http://www.nissan.co.th/march/main.html

Also Proton Savy around 399K http://www.protonthailand.com/index.php?action=savvy_price〈=en

[Noobiefarang]

Does anyone have any info on car financing?

We want to buy a car but want to pay it off during a couple of years. Do we have to live in Thailand to be able to do that?

Do we have to show proof of income from Thailand? Or is proof from Europe enough?

[slightly]

Last year I bought my Toyota in Bangkok, because the local dealers (2 In Patts and 1 in Chonburi) declined my request for a discount. Some offered just all extras and not even a 1 year free A-class insurance.

 

From the dealer in Bangkok I got all extras, 1 year A-class insurance free, plus 22 K discount.

With the smart card you are still entitled to get the free service at any dealer in LOS.

 

Toyota has 75 dealers in Bkk, so it’s worth to shop around.

 

Thats handy to know.

If I opt for Toyota I will definately take your advice & shop in Bangkok

 

Cheers

[slightly]

There are a few new cars on Thai market such as Nissan March Eco Car which apparently is better specs then others in its class and starting price is 375K http://www.nissan.co.th/march/main.html

Also Proton Savy around 399K http://www.protonthailand.com/index.php?action=savvy_price&lang=en

 

That Mazda sedan looks great!!

I will definately be having a look at that.

 

Thanks!

[slightly]

There are a few new cars on Thai market such as Nissan March Eco Car which apparently is better specs then others in its class and starting price is 375K http://www.nissan.co.th/march/main.html

Also Proton Savy around 399K http://www.protonthailand.com/index.php?action=savvy_price&lang=en

 

I had a Nissan years ago.

Ran like a dream

 

You have really come through with your info & given me lots to think about

 

Cheers

[slightly]

Thinking about buying the Mazda 2, nice style, starting from 535.000:

 

http://www.mazda.co.th/en/models_newmazda2_main.php

 

 

That Mazda sedan looks great!!

I will definately be having a look at that.

 

Thanks!

[CampariO]

That Mazda sedan looks great!!

I will definately be having a look at that.

 

Thanks!

Went to the Pattaya dealer today and did a short test drive. Nice to drive. The hight adjustable driver seat is great as my GF is 45 cm shorter than me and gets a good seating position as well.

The only disadvantage compared to other models in this class I see in the little knee space for rear passenger, but I usually don't have any, so I don't care.

Till end of the month they have a promotion and offered me for the basic model with auto gear free 1st class insurance, tinted windows (film), 500 Baht of gas and rear parking sensors (guess this promotion will be valid for the other models as well).

Will go for the 5 door as I don't need the large trunk. Way shorter and should be handy as parking space becomes dearer downtown.

Read many test reports about this car and there were few negative points only.

[slightly]

Went to the Pattaya dealer today and did a short test drive. Nice to drive. The hight adjustable driver seat is great as my GF is 45 cm shorter than me and gets a good seating position as well.

The only disadvantage compared to other models in this class I see in the little knee space for rear passenger, but I usually don't have any, so I don't care.

Till end of the month they have a promotion and offered me for the basic model with auto gear free 1st class insurance, tinted windows (film), 500 Baht of gas and rear parking sensors (guess this promotion will be valid for the other models as well).

Will go for the 5 door as I don't need the large trunk. Way shorter and should be handy as parking space becomes dearer downtown.

Read many test reports about this car and there were few negative points only.

 

I have just requested the Mazda brochure.

I like what you are asying & I will look for your info on the Mazda.

 

So you got the extras thrown in for the basic model Mazda 2 for 535,000.

Is that right?

 

I might now need a bit more room, so I might look at the Sedan

If you went for the Sedan do you think they would still have given you the extras.

 

Where is the Pattaya dealership?

if its on Sukhumvit, can you give me a rough idea where.

 

Let me know how things develope

[CampariO]

I have just requested the Mazda brochure.

I like what you are asying & I will look for your info on the Mazda.

 

So you got the extras thrown in for the basic model Mazda 2 for 535,000.

Is that right?

 

I might now need a bit more room, so I might look at the Sedan

If you went for the Sedan do you think they would still have given you the extras.

 

Where is the Pattaya dealership?

if its on Sukhumvit, can you give me a rough idea where.

 

Let me know how things develope

I got the offer for the basic model with automatic gear, priced at 570,000. (The 4 door sedan would be 564000 with automatic). Not sure for which model what extras are on offer, as the top model for example has the parking sensors already, but I think these extras should be in the promotion for the sedan as well, whether it is manual gear or auto.

As I am paying cash - not financing - there might be even more room to negotiate for extras. I asked if I get alloys for free, but the dealer declined. Let' see. While it is usually difficult (or with some dealers impossible) to get cash discounts, there is always the possibility to get some accessories.

 

Forgot to mention that the tax for one year was included as well, but have to pay for registration and license plates about 3,500 Baht. Downpayment for reservation is 2,000 only.

 

One gets with Mazda the free labour for service for 1k, 10k, 20k and 30k km as well, only need to pay for oil etc.

 

The Mazda dealer is on Sukumvit road, driving from Pattaya center in direction to Bangkok around 3-5 km on the right side. Hardly to miss.

[CampariO]

Does anyone have any info on car financing?

We want to buy a car but want to pay it off during a couple of years. Do we have to live in Thailand to be able to do that?

Do we have to show proof of income from Thailand? Or is proof from Europe enough?

Talked to the Mazda dealer about financing (think other dealers should give the same info):

As a foreigner you need to show a work permit or you have to have a Thai guarantee for you, who has to show proof of income.

[CampariO]

Found a weboard about Mazda 2 promotions.

All in Thai, but pretty much similar to the offer I got.

 

http://www.thaimazda2.com/webboard/viewforum.php?f=4

 

Additional are things like

-floor mats

-trunk mats

-spoiler (side and / or rear)

-wax

 

Example (with my translation in brackets):

 

แบบ A (option A)

 

 

1. ประกันชั้น 1 (1 year insurance)

2. พรบ. (tax)

3. ม่านบังแดด (film for windows)

4. กรอบป้ายทะเบียน (license plate holder?)

5. Sensor ถอยหลัง 2 จุด พร้อมทำสี (rear parking sensor)

6. ผ้ายางปูพื้น 4 ชิ้น (4 floor mats)

7. พรมเข้ารูป (???)

8. ปลอกปลายท่อไอเสีย (chrome exhaust ending)

9. เสาสั้น (short antenna)

10.พ่นกันสนิมรถยนต์ (anti rust spray)

11.เคลือบสีรถยนต์ (wax)

12. บัตร VIP (VIP card)

13.กระบอกน้ำ MAZDA (water cup?)

14.กระเป๋า MAZDA (bag)

15. พวงกุญแจ MAZDA (key chain)

16. เช็คระยะฟรี 3 ระยะ 10,000 / 20,000 / 30,000 km (free labour for service)

17. รับประกันตัวรถ 3 ปี /100,000 km (warranty 3 years or 100000 km)

18. บริการฉุกเฉิน 24 ชม. (24 h emergency service)

19. ส่วนลดเปลี่ยนเบาะหนังราคาพิเศษ (discount to change the seats to leather)

20. ส่วนลดเปลี่ยนกระจกมองข้าง แบบครอบไฟเลี้ยวราคาพิเศษ (discount to change side mirrors)

 

 

แบบ B (option B)

 

1. ประกันชั้น 1

2. พรบ.

3. ม่านบังแดด

4. กรอบป้ายทะเบียน

5. ชุดแป้นเหยียบ

6. ผ้ายางปูพื้น 4 ชิ้น

7. พรมเข้ารูป

8. ปลอกปลายท่อไอเสีย

9. เสาสั้น

10. สครับเพส

11.พ่นกันสนิมรถยนต์

12.เคลือบสีรถยนต์

13. บัตร VIP

14.กระบอกน้ำ MAZDA

15.กระเป๋า MAZDA

16. พวงกุญแจ MAZDA

17. เช็คระยะฟรี 3 ระยะ 10,000 / 20,000 / 30,000 km

18. รับประกันตัวรถ 3 ปี /100,000 km

19. บริการฉุกเฉิน 24 ชม

20.ส่วนลดเปลี่ยนเบาะหนังราคาพิเศษ

21. ส่วนลดเปลี่ยนกระจกมองข้าง แบบครอบไฟเลี้ยว ราคาพิเศษ