Buying a vehicle

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14-07-2008, 11:50 PM
fjones

Buying a vehicle

Hello All
I have been married, almost happily, to a Thai lady for over 37 years and intend to retire soon in England.
We purchased a house earlier in the year in Thailand and will use it for about four minths a year during the English winter.
I will be coming over to Thailand in November and I want to buy a good second hand vehicle to use for trips around the country.
I am seeking advice as to the best way to go about this, should I look to buy from an expat or from a local car sales.
Our house is about 80 miles west of Bangkok.
All advise will be appreciated.

Regards
Francis
15-07-2008, 12:23 AM
Spin

try these....

Expat Motors

One 2 Car
15-07-2008, 12:39 AM
Thetyim

BahtSOLD.com | Thailand Classified Ads | Ads for 14th Jul 2008 | Page 1
15-07-2008, 12:59 AM
Loy Toy

Don't buy a car, rent one. (8 months sitting idle in a garage, big problems await you)
No headaches regarding servicing the vehicle, no insurance problems/ registration hassles and the car will be ready and upon your return.
13-15 thousand Baht per month and if you like PM me and I can put you in touch with a reputable company.
15-07-2008, 01:16 AM
Spin

He cant pm you because he needs something like 20 posts or something like that. I think he can recieve them though so go ahead and send it....
13-15 K per month sounds cheap, what car would that money get you?
15-07-2008, 06:58 AM
Loy Toy

Something decent and roadworthy and about 5 years old. If Francis wishes he can google Qcars Thailand and John is the guy to speak too if he wishes to call that company direct.

I really feel, (and for 4 months of the year here) a rental is his best option :)
15-07-2008, 08:24 AM
jandajoy

I agree with that LT :)
15-07-2008, 09:12 AM
Travelmate

Buy a car and then sell after 4 months. That way enjoy cost free motoring. Car rental is false economy
15-07-2008, 09:33 AM
Marmite the Dog

Quote:

Originally Posted by Travelmate

Buy a car and then sell after 4 months.

Maybe he doesn't want the hassle?

I agree with LT that QCars are his best bet.
15-07-2008, 09:42 AM
Travelmate

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

Quote:

Originally Posted by Travelmate

Buy a car and then sell after 4 months.

Maybe he doesn't want the hassle?

I agree with LT that QCars are his best bet.

Agreeable if he does not want the hassle. Then again he is retired and will have time on his hands
15-07-2008, 10:04 AM
Marmite the Dog

Quote:

Originally Posted by Travelmate

Then again he is retired and will have time on his hands

Except he won't because he's only here for 4 months. :rolleyes:
15-07-2008, 10:08 AM
Travelmate

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

Quote:

Originally Posted by Travelmate

Then again he is retired and will have time on his hands

Except he won't because he's only here for 4 months. :rolleyes:

As stated rent cars is agreeable.
15-07-2008, 11:22 AM
Thetyim

Quote:

Originally Posted by fjones

We purchased a house earlier in the year in Thailand and will use it for about four months a year during the English winter.

I question that statement.
I lived in England for over 40 years and the winters were always 10 months long
20-07-2008, 01:26 PM
Pnow

hmmmmm, John died last year I believe..
20-07-2008, 01:27 PM
Pnow

John Q Cars that is..
20-07-2008, 01:33 PM
Marmite the Dog

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pnow

John Q Cars that is..

Hatch died. Q Cars is still running.
28-07-2008, 02:12 PM
The caped avenger

Where are Qcars based?
28-07-2008, 02:32 PM
good2bhappy

they have an office in Jomtien beach condominium
28-07-2008, 02:46 PM
klongmaster

Quote:

Originally Posted by Loy Toy

If Francis wishes he can google Qcars Thailand and John is the guy to speak too if he wishes to call that company direct.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

Hatch died. Q Cars is still running.

I can confirm that John is a top guy...based in Pattaya...honest as the day's long and he'll certainly take care of you...

However, my understanding is that Q cars Bangkok has folded following Hatch's demise... they have been selling their stock as leases expire and not renewing leases or making any new ones...