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W211 Mercedes E class. Try to get 2007-2009 facelift models. Before facelift they have some issues but after facelift models are amazing. If you are looking for good fuel you can get E200 Komperssor which has 1.8 liter 4 cyl engine. Sample https://dubai.dubizzle.com/motors/used-cars/mercedes-benz/e-class/2019/5/21/top-range-super-clean-e280-low-mileage-exp-2/?back=L21vdG9ycy91c2VkLWNhcnMvbWVyY2VkZXMtYmVuei9lLWNsYXNzLz9zaXRlPTImcz1NVCZyYz0xNDAmYzE9MTQ1OSZjMj0xNDY5JnByaWNlX19ndGU9JnByaWNlX19sdGU9JnllYXJfX2d0ZT0yMDA2JnllYXJfX2x0ZT0yMDA5JmtpbG9tZXRlcnNfX2d0ZT0ma2lsb21ldGVyc19fbHRlPSZzZWxsZXJfdHlwZT0ma2V5d29yZHM9JmlzX2Jhc2ljX3NlYXJjaF93aWRnZXQ9MCZpc19zZWFyY2g9MSZwbGFjZXNfX2lkX19pbj0tLSZhZGRlZF9fZ3RlPSZhdXRvX2FnZW50PQ%3D%3D&pos=18

Instead of drive arabia car compare, which is meaningless for him at the moment unless he decides a couple of cars. Go to car classified sites and search with 20K - 25K price filter, select sedan, coupe and hatchback option to drill down to see what all options are there in the used car market.

I'm kinda in the same boat. Having 2 pajero's in my driveway that both consume a lot really adds up. A sedan will definitely help reducing your fuel costs and probably also maintenance costs. Just my two cents: * Korean cars like KIA are Hyundai are great commuters. The Kia Optima definitely has a nice presence, and also the Cerato is nice. This is a buyer's market so plenty are available and they are not overly expensive. Resale value is a bit lower. * Japanese cars would be the preferred option, although i find them a bit boring, especially the Corrolas and Camrys. Resale value will be higher. Mazda 6 is my preferred Japanese option as it really looks sporty. * German cars.... nah sorry, they are cheap to get but your maintenance cost will probably be too high. * French or Italian.... very nice... not so much for the daily commute (reliability issues). Steer clear from CVT transmission if you can. You know they are a pita... Have a look at below website. Might help you to compare different cars: https://www.drivearabia.com/carprices/uae/carcompare/

China is definitely ahead of the curve much more than the west would want us to believe. As of now China is pretty much a cashless society and has been for sometime now and Im not takomg cresit cards but smart pay, e wallet, most monetary transactions are paid through phone, wechat seems to the weapon of choice their, even the smallest vendors are using it. Just scan the QR code which you can find at the counter or even on shop fronts, amount to be paid and done. China has been unnecessarily demonized in the west.

After spending 9 years driving my Pajero 3.8, I have finally decided to move on and get myself a more affordable daily driver. I clock about 4000 - 5000 km a month. My budget is approx 20 - 22K, and the criteria is as follows: 1. Has to be a sedan mainly to help reduce my current mileage 2. Should be reliable 3. I keep getting visitors from banks, suppliers and customers frequently, and hence cant drive a small car like Yaris. Need to keep some image. Thanks for the help and suggestions.

I would say get a Lexus LS 430. Very solid and reliable cars. Drivetrain is like a rock and go for half a million kms easy without ever opening it up. It has image, super comfy and luxurious. Gas mileage would be the only slight drawback but not much more than the Jero. Or a Merc S320 for slightly better gas mileage. But in my own usage Ive found very little difference in mileage between a 6 and V8 and then you always regret not getting thr V8 so go for the S500 instead plus more bells and whistles. Just avoid the fancy suspension, 4matic and ABC If fuel economy is your number one priority then it has to be a 4 banger because as I said 6 n 8 are almost identical and V8 Ive actually found V8s more economical on highway driving at or under speed limit. Hard to find a good 4 cylinder that ticks all your boxes. So you will have to compromise on one atleast.

Go for Mercedes C200.. 2007 to 2009 model will fit in your budget. Try to find a clean car and you will never regret the deal.

definitely the stuff nightmares are made of!

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Shuweihat Island, Location, Waypoints, Photos, Videos, Reviews and Feedback from the travellers who visited before. Shuwaihat Island offers the best mix of clear water shallow beaches with beautifully textured rocks and zero light pollution to enjoy the stars like never before. This island is a perfect place for any photographer to capture incredible shots of great variety from the sky, water, rocks, sun, beach, sea in one place. Sandstone colour rocks and low-lying cliffs that look like mini caves are mesmerizing in itself. Shuweihat Island is about 3 hours and 30 minutes away from Dubai and 2 hours and 30 minutes from Abu Dhabi. As you will be driving on International Highway E11 so be confident to overtake truckers every now and then at high speed. Although you can reach in a sedan car, but getting closer to the water or reaching to tall rocks or crossing the rocky terrain 4WD is better. I visited Shuwaihat Island on the last national day weekend and this place was very crowded with hundreds of cars. Shuweihat Island scenery is so beautiful that you can spend hours doing nothing and enjoying the nature if you plan to visit during good weather. You can enjoy the rocky formation and clear water shoreline is amazing, of course with sandals as the beach is mixed with sand and rocks. If you plan to stay here for long, you should carry enough water and food as there is no grocery or cafeteria nearby. You can fill up the petrol in the last Adnoc Fuel station at Qareen Al Aish and pack up the food supplies as this Adnoc gas station is big enough to have a convinient store, ATM, restaurant and toilets. Adnoc at Qareen Al Aish: https://goo.gl/maps/PSQ2hvJWHJy This is my recommended spot that I found the best in terms of scenic beauty and access to the beach. https://goo.gl/maps/B3utEm8nYmv 24°06’42.2”N 52°25’57.4”E Reviews: Tripadvisor - 4 out 5 based on 10 reviews Google: 4.6 out of 5 based on 152 reviews Best time to visit: October to May, when the weather is not too hot for outdoor. Shuweihat Island Entry Fee: There are no charges to visit or using public areas Shuweihat Island Timing: It is open 24/7, 365 days, you can enjoy in day and night too. Shuweihat Island Camping: Not sure if it's allowed everywhere, as part of Shuweihat Island is owned by Army. If you happen to make an attempt, keep it clean and less noisy and you might get away. Essentials: Outdoor clothing and closed footwear, few good torches or flashlight if you plan to stay after dark. Online GPS is a must for driving (offline is even better), carry plenty of water and food if you plan to stay outdoors for long hours. Keep it clean: Don't litter anywhere, because trash cans, plastic and glass kill wildlife. Emergency: If bitten by a snake or a Scorpio take a picture or remember the colour and size and rush to the nearest hospital for a specific antidote for that species. Keep yourself calm, so your blood pressure and heartbeat stay low to help you minimize the effect. Feedback: Please leave your feedback below if you have been to Shuweihat and like to add something more.

Fuel prices in the UAE are set to increase in June. Super 98 petrol will cost Dh2.53 per litre, up from Dh2.48 a litre in May, while Special 95 will cost Dh2.42 a litre, up from Dh2.34 a litre the previous month. Diesel will cost Dh2.56 a litre, up from Dh2.53 a litre in May. This is the fourth consecutive month this year that fuel prices have gone up 😭

Thanks everyone for the suggestions, I had done some work and have shortlisted the following cars: 1. Lexus GS300 - GCC Spec (2006 - 2009) with mileage of approx 200K 2. Lexus IS 250 / 300 - GCC Spec (As latest model as I can get) 3. Honda Civic 1.8 L (2012 +) - A small but fun car to drive, but doesnt carry the image like the above. The only car that I would buy if mileage is the main criteria Regarding Honda Accord, already one of my family members has the 2014 model so wouldnt want one more. As much as I love how the LS 430 feels, having a V8 will kinda defeat my entire purpose of selling the Pajero. Mind you I am still quite happy with it, its just the rising fuel cost is starting to hurt. So I felt to get something that gives me the mileage between a 1.5 litre and my Pajero. Regarding the Mercs, I was always afraid of their reliability issues. Any particular models that is the safest of the lot and things that I need to watch out for. Hows the reliability of the C200 (2007 - 2009) or the S320 (which years should I be looking) Also, many of the cars are US specs but have been registered in UAE for quite a while like 4 - 5 years. Do i need to keep away from those as well?

Great effort!!

I agree with most of what of you say, but perhaps China will be demonized less when they get the issue of Government-approved theft of intellectual property under control.

Hahhaha, my all three fines have weird stories and caught me one off. 1) radar was mobile one set on 80 road and short spot reduce to 60 and that's where it must have flashed. 2) lane discipline was cop car blocked lane in one way lane in deira, waited for few minutes behind him and then moved ahead from wrong side as traffic was pilling behind me. 3) interrupting traffic was a parking fine, next to my office where hundreds are parking in same fashion since last several years.

“Interrupting trafic in any other way not specified in this table” Did you have a refusal on SZR ?

@Frederic brilliant share and good to have a first hand insight from what you've seen in China. Definitely looks promising with a lot of question marks, but inevitably the future staring us right in our face.

Come on, Sertac... “Legends never die, they just change shape” !

Great news? Its an insult to the efforts of law obeing drivers. Nice job Dubai Police! Serve and protect: in the mean time Dubai Police let drivers who are risking my and my family life get away with offenses.

Indeed. I’ll deport everyone and keep your cars and have all the fun to myself 😝

I don’t like things like this. I’ve seen people save their fines and wait for discounts. It kinda takes away from the fact you’re getting fined for breaking the law. People make mistakes but some just keep pushing and pushing the limits. Offenders should be punished and punished hard. No mercy.

I think you need to be a good driver for the whole year to get 100% . if you've been a good driver for the whole year you wouldn't have any fines. What's the criteria for being a good driver?

This upward trend will continue😥