Been looking around at getting a second hand car lately, something reliable for daily commuting around Dubai without breaking the bank, and I'm trying to get a realistic idea of what I'd be looking at for regular upkeep. Everyone keeps telling me different things about how much I should budget for things like battery changes, tyres, AC servicing, all that stuff that adds up over time. I was reading through some forums and came across this article that actually breaks down average costs for different car models here in the UAE, which was super helpful because it gave me actual numbers instead of just guessing. If you're in the same boat and wondering what to expect expense wise, you can click here for the full breakdown, it covers everything from Japanese sedans to American SUVs and even gives estimates for garages in different areas. Made me realise I was probably underestimating some things like the battery replacement costs which seem to hit harder here in the heat. Anyway, just thought I'd share in case anyone else is doing the maths like me and wants a clearer picture before committing to a purchase.