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What are the best options for long-term car rentals or purchasing a vehicle in Suan Phueng, Thailand?
Sep 3, 2022
4 years ago
Derrick ********
ORIGINAL POSTERMy wife and I are looking to go to Thailand for 3-4 months this winter. I'm wonder if anyone can give advice on long term car rentals or even looking to purchase a cheaper vehicle for this time. We will be staying in Suan Phueng.
If we like living there we'll be looking to make the move the following winter.
Thanks for the input.
If we like living there we'll be looking to make the move the following winter.
Thanks for the input.
TLDR : Answer Summary
A couple is seeking advice on long-term car rentals or purchasing an affordable vehicle during their 3-4 month stay in Suan Phueng, Thailand, with plans to potentially relocate for a longer period. The discussion highlights various rental options, advice on the necessity of a car in rural areas, and the significance of public transportation in Thailand. Additionally, there are suggestions for learning Thai and recommendations for various car rental companies.
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You should enjoy Suan Phung I live near there during the winter.
Saensook ***************
Where are you thinking, I am recommend Hua Hin.
Derrick ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@GR *********
Suan PhuengReply to
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Jo **********
what part of Thailand you go? In the North honest people.
Derrick ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Jo *********
would love to visit the north but we are looking to go to Suan Phueng areaReply to
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Steve **********
(If you’re thinking of moving it would be a good idea to learn some Thai - I’m a Thai tutor, British but born in Thailand if you’re interested)
แมทธิว **************
Biz car rental at the airport do a Yaris for 13.5k a month
Don *********
Check out Chic Rental - they recently quoted me THB17k per month for a 6 month lease on a Honda BRV. Chic are in most popular locations around Thailand
Renaud ***********
Where are you planning to move?
Derrick ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Renaud **********
we are planning to go to Suan PhuengReply to
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Richard **************
Have you been to Thailand? So many towns where you don't need car.
Derrick ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Richard *************
yes we've been a few times. But we plan to go to Suan Phueng which didn't have as much and we'll be traveling out to some more rural areas for volunteer work so being self-sufficient will be much better.Steve **********
@Richard *************
yes public transport is EVERYWHERE all the time (whether in big cities or small towns) and so cheap. And more fun and much better for getting to more the places and people.Reply to
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Dawn ********
We normally rent for a couple of months. Think we paid around £500 july/august. Pattaya area. Don’t forget your international drivers licence
Jackie *********
2nd hand cars are not really good value for money
Karim ***************
@Jackie ********
why? Because cars hold their value in Thailand?Kent ***********
@Karim **************
on that we agree but you said new cars. New cars depreciate immediately following sale with few exceptions. Car prices in Thailand are significantly higher than in the west old or new primarily due tax embedded in the purchase price that sellers attempt to recover until the end in the scrap yard.Karim ***************
@Kent **********
I never said new cars.Reply to
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Kent ***********
@Karim **************
new cars hold their value in Thailand, where is your data on this. I don't agree.Karim ***************
@Kent **********
cars on the second hand market, in Thailand, hold their value. It’s a very well known fact…Kent ***********
@Karim **************
historical data on kaidee and fbook marketplace contradicts your statement that "new cars hold their value in Thailand".Karim ***************
@Kent **********
but, I think it’s old cars hold their value. Which they do, when compared to western second hand car prices.Reply to
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Jackie *********
@Karim **************
new cars are better value. So yes to your questionReply to
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Paul *********
@Car ***************
can help you.John **********
Would help ppl if they know where in Thailand you are settling in.
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