I Bought a Used Car in China

For expatriates, buying a car is more than just a convenience; it's a symbol of their dedication to life in China and the freedom to explore its unknown terrains and cultural riches.
Expats' Untraveled Path
Driving in China brings unique problems and opportunities due to its expanding infrastructure and driving culture. Those who grasp China's underlying norms and rhythms can navigate its roadways without much difficulty, unlike the frightening narratives that typically accompany it. After four years of using public transportation and an electric scooter, I was drawn to automobile buying by the appeal of vehicular independence.
How Foreigners Own
The robust public transit network in China's megacities makes car ownership redundant for many foreigners. A car can become a luxury and an essential outside the city, providing weekend getaway. Mandarin skills and perseverance are needed to get a Chinese driver's license and negotiate the bureaucratic complexity of buying and registering an automobile.
A Sign of Stability
Car ownership in China is more than a means of transportation; it's a declaration of one's commitment to the country. It shows locals and expatriates a dedication to the community and a desire to explore China's wide landscapes and cultures.
Looking for the Perfect Ride
The rich ecosystem of China's used automobile market-from private vendors and roadside sales to 4S shops and vast car markets-makes car shopping an adventure. These channels offer a variety of options, each with its own set of considerations, from mechanic shops' integrity to huge used car markets' one-stop automotive solutions.
My search led me to consider Chinese automakers' models. From the state-owned FAW Group's compact SUV to Geely's rapidly growing line-up, enriched by its Volvo and Lotus acquisitions, to Baojun's international collaboration with General Motors and SAIC Motors, to Chery's value offerings and Jaguar Land Rover partnership. Each competitor showed how Chinese car engineering and design is changing.
My Pick: Great Wall Haval H6
I chose the 2012 Great Wall Haval H6 after my seach. It stood out among the many possibilities due to its value, comfort, design, and reliability. The negotiation, a ballet of patience and strategy, led to a purchase that made me feel accomplished and excited for the future.
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[@wadeabout1856]

As a foreigner, I admire you for having the courage to take a driver ’s license in China. I took my driver ’s license 10 years ago. It ’s very easy to take a test.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

It definitely opens the country up.

[@danceauto_cn]

As a Chinese, I also think he is very brave

[@FerMuBe]

Congratulations! See you on the road!!!

[@IrishinAsia]

Congrats on the car! Drive safe the roads are nuts here, especially outside the city.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

It’s not so bad. There are many other countries that are worse.

[@underratedreviewer]

you havent seen in india

[@fluffingfluff]

Wow congrats man!!! Next time please do a NIO test drive, haha.

[@nefflz]

Great deal! Good luck 😊🍀

[@dooodooox]

Congrats , Haval.Great Wall probably the H6 is fantastic solid cars enjoy it .

[@WalkaboutRojo]

I love it. It's a solid car and the newer models are even nicer.

[@Trigger9994]

Amazing, you have a new subscriber!

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Awesome, thank you!

[@bearlyvaping943]

Having just wrote and passed my driver's today in my small little third tier city I started looking online regarding car purchases. All my Chinese friends want me to buy new and had me second guessing myself. After watching your video I am reinforced in my belief that spending 30/50k RMB is a viable option for a good quality car. Even if sinces it's past the 6 year mark it needs to get inspected every year. It's literally once a year not a deal breaker in my opinion. Thanks for this. Regards B

[@WalkaboutRojo]

maintenance costs are very low.. Be proactive and take good care of it and it'll love you back.

[@danceauto_cn]

New cars in China depreciate quickly after being used, especially now, and second-hand cars may be a more cost-effective option.

[@blardymunggas6884]

Wow congrats for your new car and lovely partner. Thanks for sharing. I will probably look into buying a car soon in china as well

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Go for it!

[@gregsantos9731]

Wow! Another tour inside China!

[@abids1253]

very well made/ good video indeed 👍

[@Sandertie1]

Great video! can you do more videos of car lot visits and show the different cars with their prices and your thoughts on it?

[@WalkaboutRojo]

That's the plan! I'm going to be purchasing another car this summer and i'm starting to look around.

[@danceauto_cn]

I'm a car exporter from China and that's what I'm planning to do

[@ZLL668]

Congratulations!

[@borjagomezvillar2982]

Good looking car. Congrats, I believe you when you say it's stressing. Good luck ;)

[@derek787]

Congrats. Does this mean we'll get some future videos of you driving around town? 😁🚘

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Yes. Driving videos are rather boring, it local destinations are coming to the channel.

[@Charlie-jj4jr]

I have to say it's really a good deal! congrats man! it's time to schedule a road trip all the way to tibet hahaha!

[@WalkaboutRojo]

I don’t know about Tibet... but yes. Road trips are coming.

[@Charlie-jj4jr]

@@WalkaboutRojo G318 worth to try, from Chengdu all the way to base camp of Everest, you'll love it

[@rishaabhjaggi1336]

I own a Toyota Highlander 2016 and a BAIC (Beijing) Senova X35 2017, the car shown at 2:20. in Shaoxing, Zhejiang China.

[@Diamondback68]

Time to conquer Southern China by road trip? Be well and safe.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Yes... a lot of exploration in the coming year.

[@yz9067]

Congrats. You have done a right decision. Haval h6 is the most popular SUV in China. 3 million have been sold.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

I'm very happy with it and also impressed with their latest models.

[@clearelijah7186]

With the help of instagram.com/wireless_hacker1_official/ i received a Toyota Corolla car and the shipping cost is low price $500 only.

[@JBfan88]

"Siwankuai"-rojo busting out the Chinese!

[@WalkaboutRojo]

I use it when i can.

[@gregsantos9731]

Thanks!

[@benamvs2383]

Hi do you know if it's possible to buy a used car and register it under my name with only the Temporary driving permit ? i've been asking around in my city in Shaoxing province and they assured me that i can. the only downside of that is that you have to renew your driving permit every year which i don't mind tbh.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

better to get a Chinese License.

[@fokozuynen2048]

well buying a car as someone that is not from that country is a nightmare everywhre , i had a lots of problems here in Europe so imagine.

[@-Gunnarsson-]

The oil change is probably a knock off too. Water with black paint

[@WalkaboutRojo]

haha, no worries, i was there when he bought it and watched everything he did.

[@danny-qs5zd]

hey, you got yourself a very beautiful lady friend there .. 👍 .. and congrats for the car! 😁

[@RelizEkpoJnr]

Please what websites can I use to buy cars in China? My ultimate goal is to import to my Country.

[@rishaabhjaggi1336]

Bro come to the east coast of china (shanghai, hangzhou, suzhou) almost every foreigner owns a ride. Some go for the really hefty ones (M.Benz, BMW, Jaguar and etc.) whereas some stick to the cheaper and economical options like Toyota, Hyundai, Honda, Kia and etc.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

if you can afford one in Shanghai, go for it.

[@rishaabhjaggi1336]

@@WalkaboutRojo I own 2 in Hangzhou, a Toyota Highlander 2016 and a BAIC Senova X35.

[@kazakh-interista]

How much does toyota camry 2020 cost?

[@debbieherbert1]

Yes you are right when I came to Hangzhou my friends where driving and I couldn’t cause my school doesn’t allow us to.. but how much are cars there in Suzhou and Hangzhou?

[@rishaabhjaggi1336]

@@kazakh-interistaanywhere from 225,000 RMB - 280,000 RMB.

[@ipfreak]

btw, how much does it cost for a new clutch in china? not cheap in the states. my friend had new clutch for his golf and it was almost $1500! that was the price tag of 2017.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

I have no idea. Everything is considerably cheaper in China though; from the cost of the parts to the labor.

[@VintageVaughnVehiclces]

Find a 2012 vw santana Chinese made quantum station wagon an import it to America and double your money. Vw station wagons are valuable in america.

[@burbex]

I just started driving in China recently, but I don't think I'd buy a car, renting is so cheap, whereas parking fees for your own car are huge. Some of these Chinese cars are starting to look quite boss. I'm going on a roadtrip through Southern China over Spring Festival, I'm a bit afraid to drive, but it'll be fine.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Me too! I agree that renting is a great way to go about it if you live in the city. I’ve been doing that for the last couple of years. But, I wanted to indulge in my own weekend toy.

[@mikerostov7811]

Good luck to you.

[@wqxwy]

you should thanks a lot to her

[@joeextraknow2854]

Used cars in China are relatively cheaper as Chinese usually believe new things. They don’t buy used things often. $4k great deal! She is good looking!

[@WalkaboutRojo]

I think I got a good deal on this one, but I didn’t in general the used car market here is very strong compared to the states. The demand for wheels is outrageously huge so even used cars (especially imports) hold their value well.

[@joeextraknow2854]

Walkabout Rojo I see. Thanks

[@ADLET22]

Good day! Can you show a websites where could see used cars price?

[@WalkaboutRojo]

try 58.com

[@bjthedjdutchdude1992]

Link&co is also available in europe

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Really? That's great!

[@kobeofreflourish358]

How can I get intouch with u bro??

[@themalik]

Congratulations! See you on the road!!! You can also import!

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Yes! Thank you!

[@littlehorne8641]

Do more video I love this

[@WalkaboutRojo]

You go it... will do.

[@neno56527]

can you find a used wuling mini ev and what would be the price ?

[@WalkaboutRojo]

That's a great idea. I have no idea about the price of a used mini ev. I"ll have to look into that.

[@Darkest_matter]

I'm really thinking of buying a car in China and importing it into the UK. Do you know anything about that? For £600 here, I can get a Toyota Corolla, honda civic (non type R) ect. But I want a Subaru Impreza or a type R.

[@Darkest_matter]

*my budget would be about £4000 and I want a car with quick acceleration and decent off road capability.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

I wish i could help you with this, but i have no idea where to start with it. I think you're better off just buying a car locally than trying to import one.

[@dr.willpowerblaypacker8357]

Hi Sir, i would like to know how much you got the license plate for? Was the license plate given to you temporarily for free by the car selling company or you purchased it?

[@WalkaboutRojo]

the temp plate and real plate was paid for by the seller of the car (it was part of the negotiation.) These prices vary from city to city.

[@danceauto_cn]

several hundred RMB.

[@A7medatef2011]

Hello can i ask you how did you get the car plate number cause in Guangzhou where i am living it very hard to get one

[@WalkaboutRojo]

if you live in the big cities, it's nearly impossible to get a plate unless you go for an electric car. I live in a 3rd tier city; temporary plates were immediate and permanent were done in 2 weeks.

[@kimoking5221]

Hello dear you live in Guanghzou please where the market for the used car if you know please guide me thank you

[@journeytothewest4484]

@@WalkaboutRojo how much did you pay for the licence plates?

[@AllTraderKorea]

Is there a website in China to look for used Chinese brand cars?

[@WalkaboutRojo]

not really.

[@hashimilyas8023]

yes there are many auction houses and they also have websites

[@waqasfidavlog]

Is that allowed to bring Chinese registered car to out of country, EU etc,,, we are living in hk and planning for road trip to GCC via china, we do alot of search about carnet but here in hk they said hk registered car only can be driven between guangdong province

[@WalkaboutRojo]

I have no idea. Rules for these things are complicated, changing often, and complicated by ongoing Covid restrictions

[@waqasfidavlog]

Thanks for your quick reply Stay blessed

[@glenwjohnson809]

Please make a video on GAC GS8 2022.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

I've seen them on the roads lately. tough to get my hands on some of these for filming, but i'll keep trying.

[@glenwjohnson809]

@@WalkaboutRojo Thanks.

[@u.psblog5464]

Which city is it .I want to go to China

[@gregsantos9731]

Very nice window car shopping! This how i like it, seeing different uncommon cars. 😊

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Yes, thanks. I plan on returning to these lots again in the summer.

[@paopaowell]

not all use car is cheap as you think just like lamborghini ferrari audi so on

[@roma4345]

12:17 La china esperando el beso JAJAJa

[@erenestawanjiru1935]

Is This The Definition Of Used Cars In China? This Cars Look Stunning 😍😍😍

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Yeah, it's not bad for such an old car. A year later, I'm still loving it.

[@arshoohanyan754]

Hello. I've recently acquired my driver's license here in China and am now trying to buy car. Can you tell me more about that process of obtaining a license plate, transferring the car to your name and so on? Great car by the way.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

It’s different in every city and province. Most car sellers will walk you through the process.

[@arshoohanyan754]

@@WalkaboutRojo thanks. How's the car by the way? No regrets?

[@WalkaboutRojo]

@@arshoohanyan754 none whatsoever. I'm actually more impressed with it than I thought I would. quality of the car (even 10 year old car) is better than what you would expect.

[@arshoohanyan754]

@@WalkaboutRojo that's good. Thinking about getting a Chinese one as well. One more question. How much taxes do I have to pay when buying a used car here? I've heard it's crazy expensive for the brand new ones.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

it depends on the model... I don't know the exact numbers, but I had them include in the out-the-door price.

[@aventurasytravesurasenariz6771]

Can u send it out of country like if u move

[@gregnixon1296]

How do the people in China pay for a car? Avg income per person is $12k per year. These used cars are about $5-6k. As of 2019, there were 180 cars per 1000 people. Do people not need cars, or are they just out of reach for the citizens?

[@skahu78]

Unlike in the USA the CO2 emission procapital Is only 6.8 tons/year (u.s.a 14) so imagin how much higher Will It Be if every chinese have a car, so the big problem Is that people Who live in big city (which have a higher income) are limited by law (you Need to win a lottery for a licemce plate or Need to buy One on a auction) average income is 12k but you Need to know that people living in the countryside have an averege of 0 (even if It not true, they dont Need to declare It)

[@WalkaboutRojo]

No, you don’t need a car in China. Ebikes and motorbikes are the most ways to get around and all the major cities (and there are many) have well designed, cheap public transportation. I still take the bus often. Cars are considered a luxury item

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Only in the tier 1 cities is there a lottery for plates. My city of 3.5m was not an issue. The way around this is to buy an electric car which has a completely different plate system. Electric cars are truly the future here and the infrastructure to support them is much more developed than even in the states.

[@wadeabout1856]

China ’s income is not so high, the average person ’s monthly income is only 3k-4kRMB ($400-$600), and the long-term factory work time will be about 4k-6kRMB ($600-$900). The income in banks or government agencies is relatively high. But the welfare part accounts for about 30%, and the actual salary is about the same as that of the factory. The cost of processing all the documents for low-end new cars usually needs to start from 100kRMB, and most people will choose loans to buy，Pay off the loan in about 3 years. Big cities do not need cars at all. Public transportation is fast and cheap. We usually choose public transportation + DIDI (DIDI = Uber, Cheaper than Uber). It is very troublesome to drive a car to find a parking space, and you will receive a high number of fines if you do not park as required. The annual income of $ 12k you mentioned is only easy to achieve in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou, the four international high-consumption and high-income cities.

[@kleberdiaz70]

Where is located specific in China (City)....

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Zhongshan

[@kleberdiaz70]

@@WalkaboutRojo . How much about the cars in US money

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Oh, they range. it depends on what you want of course. I go over some of this in the video

[@kleberdiaz70]

@@WalkaboutRojo where is the address. .... thank

[@inessaidi5357]

Plz what's the name of the market

[@subodhsarkate2585]

🎉

[@danny-qs5zd]

👍

[@ericrooney4468]

I would go with Geely.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

It was nice.. i was originally going to pick that one. But, i'm happy with the choice i made.

[@MrMaziar58]

Why not have a fixed price and avoid all these haggling!

[@WalkaboutRojo]

trust me, i would prefer that. It would make things so much easier. But, that's the way things are here.

[@MrMaziar58]

Walkabout Rojo When in china do as Chinese do If they ask for ¥10 Just offer them ¥ 5 …

[@clearelijah7186]

With the help of instagram.com/wireless_hacker1_official/ i received a Toyota Corolla car and the shipping cost is low price $500 only.

[@johnl3230]

Cars are so cheap there!!!

[@WalkaboutRojo]

sometimes... it really depends on the car. Plus there are so many other expenses associated with owning a car here.

[@johnl3230]

@@WalkaboutRojo oh ok, I had no idea. Just saying that cause you can easily spend $30k here in the states.

[@clearelijah7186]

With the help of instagram.com/wireless_hacker1_official/ i received a Toyota Corolla car and the shipping cost is low price $500 only.

[@NEEL69P]

Next car, manual and rear wheel drive #ChinaDrift

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Nice idea!

[@ProtegeTuype]

Sorry for the question but does your right eye is artificial ?

[@WalkaboutRojo]

Haha... that's an odd question. I'm curious why you would think that.....

[@ProtegeTuype]

@@WalkaboutRojo It's looked like so .

[@clearelijah7186]

With the help of instagram.com/wireless_hacker1_official/ i received a Toyota Corolla car and the shipping cost is low price $500 only.

[@tfmkhonza5084]

Haval is a good car

[@WalkaboutRojo]

I'm very happy with my choice.

[@goclunker]

Geely quality. Crying laughing.

[@gregsantos9731]

Hey! Congrats for having new pretty Chinese woman friend!

[@Bust_A_Nut_Garage]

Wow Hitman 5 looks so real

[@bcbc7193]

Are you dating her? Cus I can see she has you in her eyes.

[@alemalia6888]

congrats bro ...and btw dont look just like a business woman to me ,,maybe something more , lol ,,you have a great choice ,,i mean from every ankle

[@tomcruise7095]

We do have Chinese cars in Australia but they are absolute trash they cost like 20 to 30k aus and sell for like 3K a mere 5 years later with like 70 to 100k kilometres on them… at this stage they need a new engine suspension transmission interior is worn, clear coat peeling etc, everyone smart stays way clear of them and there’s not many out there for a good reason.

[@peterrathod]

fosil fuel Cars in China are cheap ass....SUVS....sedans, sport couple, you name!! the Chinese are driving EVs now,...Telsa for example only cots 300 thousand Chinese YTuan now..

[@WalkaboutRojo]

This is true. Still, the demand for vehicles of any kind keeps the 2nd hand market relatively healthy.

[@gregnixon1296]

300k yen is $42k USD. Workers in China avg. $12k USD per year. A Tesla's cost to income for them is huge.

[@worldcitizen7898]

@@gregnixon1296$12k a year is only an average (outdated to begin with), including millions of farmers (many of whom declare no income). The income of people in the cities is much higher. There is a huge middle class in China (bigger than the entire population of the USA), and rich people are plentiful. You see many Tesla, BMW, and other luxury cars here, much more common than I ever saw in the USA. Many people here pay for their luxury cars with cash, as credit market is not nearly as common or developed here.

[@goclunker]

Dude, NONE of these cars have a "great reputation around the world", quite the contrary, they have terrible reputations, especially Chery and Geely. sorry not sorry.

[@WalkaboutRojo]

It's all subjective, i suppose. You can't deny they're getting better every year. I love my haval.

[@worldcitizen7898]

You clearly haven't seen or driven a modern Chinese car. They have improved dramatically in the past 5 years (everything changes fast here), and now many are truly world class. Scoff if you want, but don't be surprised when Chinese cars are crushing the foreign competition, you will soon see them everywhere (just as people scoffed at Japanese and Korean cars until they too crushed the European and American competition -- I'm old enough to remember).

[@goclunker]

@@worldcitizen7898 yet they still use the SAME Mitsubishi engines. Nice try tho

[@worldcitizen7898]

@@goclunker That is not at all true, and hasn't been true for many years. Furthermore, the Mitsubishi engines used by older Chinese cars (including the previous model Haval H6 like his) are well regarded reliable engines, so what's your point ? Many automakers , not just Chinese, part share with other makers. Especially with EV cars (the future), China is leading the world. You do know Toyota EV tech is licensed from China brand BYD (also partners with Mercedes Benz and partly owned by Berkshire Hathaway / Warren Buffet).