Whether or not you really need a car in Doha depends on where you live and other things. There are some places very close to shopping areas, so you wouldn't need a car to shop.
Also, it depends on how you get to work. Some companies provide transportation, and some don't. Obviously if yours doesn't, then you will need to provide your own transportation. Some employers give you transportation allowance that makes buying a car easier.
I rented a car for a few months, for the 2,000 Q.R. mentioned in earlier posts. But then I decided to buy a cheap used car. I bought a car for 14,500 Q.R. that should last as long as I am here. The rent was just money down the drain and I should be able to sell my car for a good price when I leave. The depreciation flattens out on old cars and the price depends on condition and brand.
Used car prices fluctuate and seem to go in cycles. Right now the prices are high. It depends on whether many people are coming into the country or if they are leaving.
I wish I didn't need a car here, but I do.
Whether or not you really need a car in Doha depends on where you live and other things. There are some places very close to shopping areas, so you wouldn't need a car to shop.
Also, it depends on how you get to work. Some companies provide transportation, and some don't. Obviously if yours doesn't, then you will need to provide your own transportation. Some employers give you transportation allowance that makes buying a car easier.
I rented a car for a few months, for the 2,000 Q.R. mentioned in earlier posts. But then I decided to buy a cheap used car. I bought a car for 14,500 Q.R. that should last as long as I am here. The rent was just money down the drain and I should be able to sell my car for a good price when I leave. The depreciation flattens out on old cars and the price depends on condition and brand.
Used car prices fluctuate and seem to go in cycles. Right now the prices are high. It depends on whether many people are coming into the country or if they are leaving.