Private Seller or Dealer? One Choice Could Cost You More.

Upfront advertised price

Usually lower, but does not include inspections or admin support.

Usually higher, partly due to showroom, staff, and service overhead.

Inspection & testing

Buyer pays for independent inspection and RTA test; adds a few hundred dirhams.

Some dealers include basic checks, but you may still pay internal “inspection” or “service” fees.

Registration & transfer fees

Buyer typically pays registration and ownership transfer fees separately.

Often added as admin or registration line items on the invoice.

Warranty / return protection

Almost never a warranty or return policy; any issue after purchase is your full responsibility.

May include limited warranty or service contract, but its cost is built into the higher sale price and possible extra packages.

Repairs after purchase

All mechanical faults and hidden issues are paid by the buyer.

Dealers may have done basic reconditioning; major repairs are less likely immediately, but “included” work contributes to overall higher cost.

Admin / processing fees

Usually none, but you must handle all paperwork yourself.

Common: documentation, processing, delivery, and plate fees that increase the final “out‑the‑door” price.

Financing & insurance

You arrange your own finance and insurance; more effort, but you can shop for the best rates.

In‑house finance and insurance are convenient but may have higher interest or bundled add‑ons that raise the real total cost.

Overall “real” cost

Lower sticker price, but more hidden risk and out‑of‑pocket costs if problems appear later.

Higher sticker price plus fees, but more structure, some protection, and fewer surprise expenses right after purchase.