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Motoring in Thailand and Asia Car's and MotorBikes in Thailand and Asia, Where to Buy and where to get fixed, Insurance? What's that then, everything to do with motoring and Vehicles goes in this section. Do I really need a driving Licence in Thailand?

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Old 25-08-2008, 09:24 AM   #21 (permalink)
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if you have children and you live off the beaten track then wheels are a must!
No way will I allow my kids on a motorcycle so a car is my only option.
I went for a 3 yr old pickup as it has good resale value as well as longevity.
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Old 25-08-2008, 09:46 AM   #22 (permalink)
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^ Too right. We need a car occassionally. Got an old reliable banger that works fine, is easy to fix and cheap to run. I've been offered what I payed fpr it a couple of times but don't want to sell. I certainly don't need a prestige vehicle 'cos the wife would break it. When she breaks this one it's no big deal.
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Old 25-08-2008, 10:13 AM   #23 (permalink)
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The running costs of any vehicle will be a constant drain on your finances. Does not matter whether you drive every day or once a month. It will drain your cash regardless. You cannot run away from it.
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Old 25-08-2008, 11:07 AM   #24 (permalink)
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I would only buy a pickup here in Thailand, cheap to buy, low depn, very low running and fixed costs.
Its only used for a run to the shops, taking kids to school so spending up on a sedan is pissing money away for me.
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ever seen a Thai at an accident scene?
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Yes but they allow you do do things that you otherwise would not be able to do. That could be business related, hobbies etc...
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ever seen a Thai at an accident scene?
Exactly, thus having to shoulder extra costs. When a fleeing Thai is no where to be found to pay for damage inflicted to your respective mechanical chariot.
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The running costs of any vehicle will be a constant drain on your finances. Does not matter whether you drive every day or once a month. It will drain your cash regardless. You cannot run away from it.
Yes but they allow you do do things that you otherwise would not be able to do. That could be business related, hobbies etc...
Did you read the OP. We are talking about "Costs of car ownership"! Not what they can do for you.
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Sticking to the topic of the OP is not one of the strong points of this forum.
Threads evolve.
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The running costs of any vehicle will be a constant drain on your finances. Does not matter whether you drive every day or once a month. It will drain your cash regardless. You cannot run away from it.
Yes but they allow you do do things that you otherwise would not be able to do. That could be business related, hobbies etc...
Did you read the OP. We are talking about "Costs of car ownership"! Not what they can do for you.
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You're the moron, Khlongie needs his new car for his business, moron. Do you propose he pulls up to hotels with a buffalo and cart, moron? I'm sure his clients will be well impressed....moron!
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The running costs of any vehicle will be a constant drain on your finances. Does not matter whether you drive every day or once a month. It will drain your cash regardless. You cannot run away from it.
Yes but they allow you do do things that you otherwise would not be able to do. That could be business related, hobbies etc...
Did you read the OP. We are talking about "Costs of car ownership"! Not what they can do for you.
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You're the moron, Khlongie needs his new car for his business, moron. Do you propose he pulls up to hotels with a buffalo and cart, moron? I'm sure his clients will be well impressed....moron!
That you will find on a seperate thread. Obviously you have difficulty in grasping the concept of having a different thread for their respective topic.
This one in particular relates to cost of car ownership.
Move along now. Judging by your above posts you are prone to childish outburst.
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I guess thinking of two threads at one time is above your inteligence level, I appoligise for straining your brain.

Oh and if I am not mistaken it was you who thought it appropriate to retaliate with childish insults.
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imho I think klongmaster's first post says everything about the cost of owning a car, 80% of it, in his example, is the depreciation of the value of the car.
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If it is business related, how are the expenses tax deductible in Thailand?
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Given what some have said on here, perhaps you'd be better off leasing a car instead Klongster?

Without knowing the specifics or details it would surely be around the same cost as financing a car with the added benefit of not having to worry about depreciation (I think most leases are structured around getting a new car every 2 -3yrs).
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If it is business related, how are the expenses tax deductible in Thailand?
This is a good question, I would also like to know.

It was mentioned to me a few days ago that someone bought a new BMW under the company name to keep the profits down, apparently the car was also about 20% cheaper due to being tax deductible.

Anyone know how it works?
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Given what some have said on here, perhaps you'd be better off leasing a car instead Klongster? Without knowing the specifics or details it would surely be around the same cost as financing a car with the added benefit of not having to worry about depreciation (I think most leases are structured around getting a new car every 2 -3yrs).
Have another guy I know here who is leasing...he pays more per month than my repayments, and ends up with nothing...true he doesn't have to pay for repairs but new cars are very reliable so that's not a factor now like it used to be...

certainly worth looking into though Ant...stimulating ideas for which I'm grateful...
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