Buy used cars in Phuket.

[Vlad1975]

Hi. I recently moved in Phuket and would like to buy a car. It seems to be really hard to find second hand cars here in Phuket.... Any suggestions? Im looking for a hatchback 4wd or a hatchback off road. Dont wanna spend over 150k for now. I dont mind brand or anything as long as it has automatic gear. Appreciate any help thank you, Vlad.

[LivinginKata]

Best of luck with spending 150k. Second hand cars are expensive here in Phuket.

Forget second hand dealers. Look in online classifieds, been looking myself for a few months, not much available.

Edited July 5, 2016 by LivinginKata

[Vlad1975]

I did find some on websites problem is no one ever replied to me.... Im thinking that maybe they dont understand english...

[Vlad1975]

Do you think id have more luck in Bangkok?

[LivinginKata]

Do you think id have more luck in Bangkok?

Yes - for sure better deals, and many more ....

[Vlad1975]

Hum ill fly to bkk and try there then. Thank you ^^

[Psimbo]

Best of luck with spending 150k. Second hand cars are expensive here in Phuket.

Forget second hand dealers. Look in online classifieds, been looking myself for a few months, not much available.

I agree with your first sentence, disagree with your third. Based on recommendations from friends I purchased a vehicle from Sure Motors, near the Prison (not to be confused with Toyota Sure). The also have a second showroom near the first lights north of Heroines. Their main salesman speaks very good English. They have a website where one can search for available vehicles and can also source requirements when asked

I got more than I expected for my old truck in part exchange, and they sorted out all the vehicle paperwork with the PLTO, even sorting a copy of my Resident Permit at Immigration. its far easier than the foreigner to foreigner transfer I had to do with the first vehicle I bought, even with a local lady providing assistance. A small fault found within the first month was addressed straight away and dealt with free of charge. it also took out the worry of finding a possible outstanding HP loan agreement on the vehicle, which has happened to others.

Since then others have purchased on my recommendation and have been quite happy with their service. In a small circle of acquaintances its about ten vehicles in all so I think its a reasonable endorsement.

(Not sure if I am allowed to put the name of the company above- if it has to be removed people can contact me by PM)

[Psimbo]

Do you think id have more luck in Bangkok?

PM'd you with a link as I'm not sure if I'm allowed to post it. Online research will help your search but your price expectations are not realistic.

[LivinginKata]

^

I bought my first 2 cars from Sure a lot of years ago. My comment was about finding a vehicle for 150,000 baht from a second hand dealer is not realistic.

[Vlad1975]

Hey thanks all i found a fairly new nissan juke for 200k from a friend of a friend and bought it. Just over my budget but it was really worth it )

[steelepulse]

For future reference, there's a few Facebook groups specializng in buying and selling of vehicles/motorbikes in Phuket. Seems to be a number of desperate sellers if you're a cash buyer.

[Psimbo]

For future reference, there's a few Facebook groups specializng in buying and selling of vehicles/motorbikes in Phuket. Seems to be a number of desperate sellers if you're a cash buyer.

I agree, there do appear to be some good deals out there- the Facebook sites are always great post Songkran when dreams have been shattered and economic truths have kicked in. Got some great bargains over the years.

As i said above though my concerns with a significant purchase such as a vehicle are about outstanding debt on the vehicle and the hassle of dealing with the PLTO in changing/proving ownership.

Probably not that great a drama but one I personally choose to avoid. Mainly down to my inability to speak and understand Thai (I have a tin ear when it comes to tonal languages)!

[Sharp]

Try

unseen car

Kaidee car

Google them..

[phuketrichard]

i also brought a used car form Sure in Phuket town, so far very pleased

[denkiblue555]

Well, I'll be the first to say that if you bought a "nearly new" Nissan Juke for 200k then you have got a pretty good deal.

They range from 840k to 920k...... a very impressive used car discount!