{"id":54,"date":"2015-09-16T03:10:25","date_gmt":"2015-09-16T03:10:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.carro.sg\/?p=54"},"modified":"2025-11-18T16:48:24","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T08:48:24","slug":"expat-buying-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/expat-buying-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Buying a car in Singapore as a foreigner"},"content":{"rendered":"\"Car\r\n\r\nAs an expat, you'll probably have to think about whether to get a car to travel around in Singapore.\r\n\r\nSingapore\u2019s public transport system is highly efficient, but nothing beats the convenience of having your own car. Buying a used car in Singapore<\/a> has its perks \u2013 cheaper, lower depreciation, immediately accessible.\r\n\r\nForeigners can definitely buy cars in Singapore. <\/span>If you\u2019re looking into purchasing a car, here\u2019s a buying guide you can use for a smooth transaction.\r\n\r\nRead more: The costs of owning a car in Singapore<\/a>\r\n

1. Local driving license<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nFirst thing\u2019s first, your validity of your driver\u2019s license. International licenses are valid in Singapore for 12 months. If you\u2019re planning to drive in Singapore for more than 12 months, you\u2019ll need to convert to a local license within the first year of local residence. If you are unable to renew your license in the given timeline, you are required to retake the entire driving course.\r\n\r\nHere are 3 driving centres in Singapore to do so:\r\n
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  1. Singapore Safety Driving Centre Main Office, 2 Woodlands Industrial Park E4\u00a0S(757387). Tele:\u00a06482 6060<\/li>\r\n \t
  2. Singapore Safety Driving Centre Branch Office, Ang Mo Kio St 61BLK 635 #01-5113\u00a0S(560635). Tele:\u00a06455 8113<\/li>\r\n \t
  3. Bukit Batok Driving Centre 815, Bukit Batok West Ave 5 S(659085). Tele: 6561 1233<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n

    \u00a02. New car or used car?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nOf course, if you're looking to find a car to suit your liking, there are always the usual car showrooms. However, they note that new cars in Singapore come with an extremely hefty price tag (typically more than $100, 000).\r\n\r\nIf you want to save a ton of precious savings, getting a\u00a0used car <\/strong>is\u00a0a smart option. Many used cars are in good solid condition both inside and outside, and many have low mileages so it's not overused at all. Why not pay a significantly lower price for a car almost as good as new?\r\n\r\nAs a foreigner, you might not know this but you can find a list of used cars to buy at<\/span>\u00a0Carro<\/a>. Simply enter your criteria in the filter section and you'll find the car you are looking for in a jiffy! You don't have to worry about safety, as Carro\u00a0offers free inspections and warranty!\r\n\r\nOtherwise, you can head down to:\r\n