r/QatarCarEnthusiasts

For a family requiring a 7 seater, how does Lexus LX 600 Luxury compare against Land Cruiser VXR Twin Turbo? I’m considering 2023 models but unsure of the pros and cons of each beyond price

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Guys does anyone know about which driving school is good for VIP classes in qatar and give test date early and have high chances of passing. Also is there any driving school that takes payment in installments

I got hit in a car accident and getting my car fixed in a garage assigned by the car insurance(third party insurance), today the garage called me and told me that some of the parts they couldn't find either non-orginal or scrap, only orginal parts and that will cost me 500 Qar(50%)

What are my options?

Hi everyone, I have moved to Qatar recently and debating the purchase of a car. What’s the opinion on a Toyota RAV4 2026 Hybrid?

I haven’t seen many hybrid cars, but that could be due to lack of sighting on the roads - but what’s the opinion on hybrid cars?

I am new in Qatar. Just bought a used motorcycle that I like a month ago. Didn’t ride it at all. Until few days back, I’ve decided to take it to a detailing shop for a deep clean and polish. Planning to keep the bike for the whole summer after that.

Just as I’ve arrived home, got a message from Metrash to refer to investigation section for my registered vehicle number.

Early next morning, I went to visit the nearest Traffic Police office and was told that my bike needs to be impounded for 3 Months due to loud sound. Estimate to pay a fine of 1500QAR + 1800QAR (impound fees 20QAR/day).

I am aware that my bike has a slip on exhaust but didn’t know that it is illegal here. I know that I ride as safe as possible and always below the speed limit and didn’t revs my bike at all.

My main concern now is to leave the bike under the sun during this summer for 3 months straight. As someone who really appreciates motorcycles and cars, this is stressing me out. What more I have just polished and coated the bike for a long term storage.

Have anyone has any experience on how the vehicle impound process works here? Do you have any damages to your vehicle after the impound?

And I’ve found out on the internet that there is a ‘Smart Impound’ device that you can opt to where a GPS device will be attached to your vehicle instead. Anyone have any information on this?

Your response is very much appreciated. Thank you so much.

If I fail all my road test tries can I:

- Just do a Quarter Course (like the one at doha driving academy) to get my license?

- Do I have to redo the parking exam too, although i already passed it?

I have already finished a full course at khebra

As the title states, I would like to ask about the procedure and fees for importing a UAE-registered car into Qatar and registering it here as a normal car, not a classic car.

Please correct me if I'm wrong from what I've gathered so far:

- In UAE needs to pass inspection, get export papers, get export plates

(Or other route is to cancel the car in the UAE, tow the car to Qatar)

-Bu samra border pay 5% customs tax purchase price of the vehicle, get Qatar Export plates (will have 30-days to pass fahes)

Hi all. I used to live in Qatar, left in 2021, and my Qatar driving licence expired in Feb 2024. I have recently returned and am awaiting my RP. My question is, once my RP is issued, can I just apply for a renewal of my licence, or do I need to apply for a brand new licence and visit the MOT? I have a full UK licence, too. TIA

Hello everyone, I want to repaint my car to a different color, I want to know where are reputable garages to do so. I have a family friend who got their car repainted previously and had their compressor replaced with a bad one and they only noticed later on. I don't want anything similar to happen to me. I want a place that's safe for me to do so.

I would appreciate your replies, thank you so much.

I got rear ended earlier tonight while I was driving my dad’s car (company registration). Minor but visible crack on the rear bumper and I was stationary for about 3 seconds before I got rear ended in one of those inner streets in traffic. The other driver admits it was their fault, and I got their license plate, the photos of the cars, and the drivers’ number. What else to do? Apparently the registered owner of the car must report to METRASH instead of the driver (me), but I wanna know what to do further.

Before, if you went 180 kmph above the speed limit you're getting your car impounded. I've heard people saying now it's 160 kmph. Is this true? Did anyone get caught speeding 160 kmph recently?

Have the car work few electrical and mechanical issues... please recommend for garage

Any Hidden spots?

What is the best place to do PPI inspection for Nissan Maxima? How much does it cost? And how long does it take?

Thanks in advance.

Hi I am in my early 20s and about to buy my first car but I can't decide

- Budget = up to 55k QAR
- Don't wanna buy new
- I care about looks, engine and reliability
- I don't know if my priorities should be reliability or enjoyment, hence need an experienced take (I lean more towards enjoyment and looks)

I am open to everything.