1987 Buick Grand NationalTrue Cost of Ownership in Argentina
245 hp turbocharged V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (21%), insurance, fuel at $0.65/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$65K
Base: $40K
Annual Total
$13K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$14K
35% of base price
VAT
$11K
21% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$132K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
1987 Buick Grand National — Full Cost Breakdown in Argentina
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $40K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $14K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (21%) | $11K |
| Total Purchase Price | $65K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $975 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $9K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $13K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $132K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.895 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Buick Grand National Fuel Cost Calculator — Argentina
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Annual Fuel Cost
$975
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$81
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$6.50
10L × $0.65
Buick Grand National Depreciation Curve
The Buick Grand National loses approximately $20K (50%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $40K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $31K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $27K | 68% |
| Year 3 | $24K | 60% |
| Year 4 | $22K | 54% |
| Year 5 | $20K | 50% |
Depreciation based on sports segment averages.
Buick Grand National vs. Competitors in Argentina
How does the Buick Grand National compare to similar cars available in Argentina?
Buick
Grand National
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$13K
Porsche
718 Cayman
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$14K
BMW
M2
Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$14K
Toyota
GR86
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Argentina market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (21%) applied to all models.
🇦🇷 Owning a Car in Argentina
Inflation makes costs volatile.
Very Expensive for Argentina
Annual car costs = 122% of average Argentina income ($11K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$11K
In Argentina
Fuel Price
$0.65/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
21%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Argentina
Buick Grand National in Argentina — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Buick Grand National in Argentina.
The 1987 Buick Grand National has a base price of $40,000 USD. In Argentina, after 35% import duty and 21% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $65,340 USD ($65,340 ARS).