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When I ran a search for Vezel in the used market, most of them had ARF = OMV, meaning no CEVS rebate yeah? Unless the used car dealers screwed up?

thk the rebate is 10k.....no big issue but since we talking depn, this would have some adverse effect ^_^

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Ok, one complete calculation for comparison. Scenario: You have a Toyota Rush now, wondering if you should do COE renewal or buy a brand new Honda Vezel.

 

Let's say this is the Rush you have now, COE expiring July 2016: http://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=472775&DL=2140

You thinking of buying this Vezel: http://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=457287&DL=1264

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Renew 10 years COE for your Toyota Rush

 

PQP (Cat A, May 2015): $63,444

PARF: $10,031

 

Cash Paid: $63,444

Actual Cost of Renewal: 63,444 + 10,031 = $73,475 (due to PARF forfeited)

Depreciation: $7347.50/year

 

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Buy a brand new Vezel

 

Price: $116,800

PARF: $9,232

Toyota Rush PARF: $10,031

 

Downpayment (40%): $46,720

Loan Amount (60%): $70,080

Monthly Instalment (for 60 months): $1,332/month

Total Amount for Loan (Interest Rate 2.8%): $79,891

Total Cash Paid after 5 years: 46,720 + 79,891 = $126,611

 

Downpayment Paid in Cash: 46,720 - 10,031 = $36,689

Depreciation: (126,611 - 9,232) / 10 = $11,737.90/year

 

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10 year renewal required upfront cash of 63k, while buying a new car only requires 36k. That's 27k lesser. You really need to be cash rich to afford a 10 year COE renewal, especially since there is no loan available.

 

Also, a 5 year COE renewal will only cost 63,444 / 2 = $31,722 which is lesser than the downpayment for the new car. Those who foresee no need for a car in 5 years or no money to pay instalments will find 5 year renewal attractive.

 

Above is assuming 10 years. If we count backside itchy and change car after 3 years:

 

Toyota Rush COE refund: 63,444 / 10 x 7 = $44,410.80

Effective Depreciation: (73,475 - 44,410.80) / 3 = $9,688

 

If you're gonna have itchy backside, better to get a new car instead as the depreciation difference is only 2k/year. Else, renewal is attractive for the 4.4k/year savings.

You cannot underestimate the much improved FC of some newer rides. The savings can be close to $200 a month. The gap narrows significantly to less than $2000 between new and renewing for 10 years. By the time you factored in higher road tax, wear and tear plus the usual 3 years service package for a new ride, difference definitely less than 2K.

 

As for renewing for 5 years....... For selfish reasons, I hope more people do so cos they will contribute to the COE pool in 2020.

 

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In this case (Rush vs Vezel), the reason to renew COE doesn't seem to be a strong one from depre point of view.

However, if we look at bigger cars like camry or accord where new car is selling at $160K but the cost of renewing (parf + PQP) is $80K plus, the saving is substantial compared to buying new. Make sense?

 

 

Ok, one complete calculation for comparison. Scenario: You have a Toyota Rush now, wondering if you should do COE renewal or buy a brand new Honda Vezel.

 

Let's say this is the Rush you have now, COE expiring July 2016: http://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=472775&DL=2140

You thinking of buying this Vezel: http://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=457287&DL=1264

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Renew 10 years COE for your Toyota Rush

 

PQP (Cat A, May 2015): $63,444

PARF: $10,031

 

Cash Paid: $63,444

Actual Cost of Renewal: 63,444 + 10,031 = $73,475 (due to PARF forfeited)

Depreciation: $7347.50/year

 

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Buy a brand new Vezel

 

Price: $116,800

PARF: $9,232

Toyota Rush PARF: $10,031

 

Downpayment (40%): $46,720

Loan Amount (60%): $70,080

Monthly Instalment (for 60 months): $1,332/month

Total Amount for Loan (Interest Rate 2.8%): $79,891

Total Cash Paid after 5 years: 46,720 + 79,891 = $126,611

 

Downpayment Paid in Cash: 46,720 - 10,031 = $36,689

Depreciation: (126,611 - 9,232) / 10 = $11,737.90/year

 

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10 year renewal required upfront cash of 63k, while buying a new car only requires 36k. That's 27k lesser. You really need to be cash rich to afford a 10 year COE renewal, especially since there is no loan available.
Also, a 5 year COE renewal will only cost 63,444 / 2 = $31,722 which is lesser than the downpayment for the new car. Those who foresee no need for a car in 5 years or no money to pay instalments will find 5 year renewal attractive.
Above is assuming 10 years. If we count backside itchy and change car after 3 years:
Toyota Rush COE refund: 63,444 / 10 x 7 = $44,410.80
Effective Depreciation: (73,475 - 44,410.80) / 3 = $9,688
If you're gonna have itchy backside, better to get a new car instead as the depreciation difference is only 2k/year. Else, renewal is attractive for the 4.4k/year savings.

 

 

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A lotof cat a cars have fc of 17-20km per litre!!! That is going to save your $ spent on refueling... By aa lot..

 

UUltimatelyiit'sthe initial downpayment that puts off some of the potential buyers...

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In this case (Rush vs Vezel), the reason to renew COE doesn't seem to be a strong one from depre point of view.

However, if we look at bigger cars like camry or accord where new car is selling at $160K but the cost of renewing (parf + PQP) is $80K plus, the saving is substantial compared to buying new. Make sense?

 

 

Agreed. Before decide to renew, look at the relative cost of the PQP paid against the similar new car. Also need to consider the condition of your COE car. Lastly whether the needs to drive versus public transport.

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brand new car is easily 1.2k/mth for next 5 years

renewing coe for 5 yrs is probably zero/mth for folks who can pay in full

 

one can only use simple depr when one can pay in full. ie. 120k vs 31k. if someone purchased on loan, rule of 78 will ensure a much higher depr if disposed of in the early years.

 

thats why for now i am leaning more towards renewal of coe :)

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brand new car is easily 1.2k/mth for next 5 years

renewing coe for 5 yrs is probably zero/mth for folks who can pay in full

 

one can only use simple depr when one can pay in full. ie. 120k vs 31k. if someone purchased on loan, rule of 78 will ensure a much higher depr if disposed of in the early years.

 

thats why for now i am leaning more towards renewal of coe :)

 

Same here. Can only renew COE. Buying a used 2nd hand car is too dangerous. 50-50 chance of getting a lemon. End up more headaches.

No money to buy a new one.

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Should I Renew my COE When it Expires?

 

Yes you should.

 

If you drive your car after

 

COE has expired

 

you will be fined.

 

I always give the best advice [thumbsup]

 

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Teacher Jamesc, u so bad, catch ppl England mistake :a-fun:

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Sunset73, on 27 May 2015 - 11:29 AM, said:

 

Same here. Can only renew COE. Buying a used 2nd hand car is too dangerous. 50-50 chance of getting a lemon. End up more headaches.

No money to buy a new one.

Provided your car can make it for the next 5-10 years.

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Provided your car can make it for the next 5-10 years.

 

Should be no issue. Toyota Vios Manual 2006. Other than lousy noisy insulation, still quite manageable.

better choice is dont renew. take mrt better.

 

the free exit before 7.45am on for another year. can save alot $$..

 

Depends on situation. I work in Jurong Island. No matter how early I wake, also cannot enjoy free MRT ride [thumbsdown]

Need the car to send my fiancée to go for swimming lessons on Saturday and Sunday early morning. Need to run a couple of places in a day too. Not practical to take cab.

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Should be no issue. Toyota Vios Manual 2006. Other than lousy noisy insulation, still quite manageable.

 

 

Depends on situation. I work in Jurong Island. No matter how early I wake, also cannot enjoy free MRT ride [thumbsdown]

Need the car to send my fiancée to go for swimming lessons on Saturday and Sunday early morning. Need to run a couple of places in a day too. Not practical to take cab.

Renewed my Vios for 5 years. Sent for some replacement of parts. Pulley,belting and suspension holder total about $800+. Mileage about 150k only. Renewal for me is simple, does not want to tie down with loan and foresee COE will drop to 40 to 50k within the next 3 years. If projection is correct will scrap early, take back balance Coe and buy new. Can save from here also.

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In this case (Rush vs Vezel), the reason to renew COE doesn't seem to be a strong one from depre point of view.

However, if we look at bigger cars like camry or accord where new car is selling at $160K but the cost of renewing (parf + PQP) is $80K plus, the saving is substantial compared to buying new. Make sense?

 

 

 

Ok, quick one to compare COE renewal of 2005 Toyota Camry 2.4A vs buying a new Toyota Camry 2.5A.

 

Renew 10 years COE for your Toyota Camry
PQP (Cat A, May 2015): $63,444
PARF: $15,885
Cash Paid: $63,444
Actual Cost of Renewal: 63,444 + 15,885 = $79,329 (due to PARF forfeited)
Depreciation: $7932.90/year
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Buy a brand new Toyota Camry
Price: $164,888
PARF: $15,740
Old Camry PARF: $15,885
Downpayment (50%): $82,444
Loan Amount (50%): $82,444
Monthly Instalment (for 60 months): $1,566/month
Total Amount for Loan (Interest Rate 2.8%): $93,986
Total Cash Paid after 5 years: 82,444 + 93,986 = $176,430
Downpayment Paid in Cash: 82,444 - 15,740 = $66,704
Depreciation: (176,430 - 15,885) / 10 = $16,054.50/year
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Now we're talking a difference of 9k/year depreciation, which could almost get you a second B&B car that costs around 100k. 66k required for downpayment for a brand new Camry, which is equal to the cost of COE renewal for 10 years. COE renewal is very attractive now if your car is in good condition.
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Teacher Jamesc, u so bad, catch ppl England mistake :a-fun:

 

Haha this one not English, this one law.

 

I like to give people illegal advice.

 

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Renew Camry is not COE cat A, its supposed to be Cat B Pqp price

 

 

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Renew Camry is not COE cat A, its supposed to be Cat B Pqp price.....

 

 

Ok, quick one to compare COE renewal of 2005 Toyota Camry 2.4A vs buying a new Toyota Camry 2.5A.

 

Renew 10 years COE for your Toyota Camry

 

PQP (Cat A, May 2015): $63,444

PARF: $15,885

 

Cash Paid: $63,444

Actual Cost of Renewal: 63,444 + 15,885 = $79,329 (due to PARF forfeited)

Depreciation: $7932.90/year

 

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Buy a brand new Toyota Camry

 

 

 

Price: $164,888

PARF: $15,740

Old Camry PARF: $15,885

 

Downpayment (50%): $82,444

Loan Amount (50%): $82,444

Monthly Instalment (for 60 months): $1,566/month

Total Amount for Loan (Interest Rate 2.8%): $93,986

Total Cash Paid after 5 years: 82,444 + 93,986 = $176,430

 

Downpayment Paid in Cash: 82,444 - 15,740 = $66,704

Depreciation: (176,430 - 15,885) / 10 = $16,054.50/year

 

 

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Now we're talking a difference of 9k/year depreciation, which could almost get you a second B&B car that costs around 100k. 66k required for downpayment for a brand new Camry, which is equal to the cost of COE renewal for 10 years. COE renewal is very attractive now if your car is in good condition.

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Ok, quick one to compare COE renewal of 2005 Toyota Camry 2.4A vs buying a new Toyota Camry 2.5A.

 

Renew 10 years COE for your Toyota Camry
PQP (Cat B, May 2015): $72,136
PARF: $15,885
Cash Paid: $72,136
Actual Cost of Renewal: 72,136 + 15,885 = $88,021 (due to PARF forfeited)
Depreciation: $8802.10/year
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Buy a brand new Toyota Camry
Price: $164,888
PARF: $15,740
Old Camry PARF: $15,885
Downpayment (50%): $82,444
Loan Amount (50%): $82,444
Monthly Instalment (for 60 months): $1,566/month
Total Amount for Loan (Interest Rate 2.8%): $93,986
Total Cash Paid after 5 years: 82,444 + 93,986 = $176,430
Downpayment Paid in Cash: 82,444 - 15,740 = $66,704
Depreciation: (176,430 - 15,885) / 10 = $16,054.50/year
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Now we're talking a difference of 9k/year depreciation, which could almost get you a second B&B car that costs around 100k. 66k required for downpayment for a brand new Camry, which is equal to the cost of COE renewal for 10 years. COE renewal is very attractive now if your car is in good condition.

 

 

Oops, updated to Cat B pricing. 8.8k vs 16k, still a huge difference. 10k more cash needed for COE renewal.

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Oops, updated to Cat B pricing. 8.8k vs 16k, still a huge difference. 10k more cash needed for COE renewal.

Should calculate both without loans. It will then be 8.8k vs approx 13.4k. 164-15-15=134k.

 

Then you have to add the difference in road tax as this you must pay. This should narrow to approx 9.4 vs 13.4k. A 4k a year diff assuming you drive both for a full 10 years. This 4k will then need to cover the expected higher wear on the Coe car. You then have to figure out how much ore your have to pay. The 40k savings over 10 years could easily dwindle to 30k or less.

Renewing will always be cheaper. It up to the individual to think if that extra money saved could have been spent to make you happier in a new car or spent elsewhere.

 

I didn't renew mine as I could not foresee myself lasting another 10 years in the same car.

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