1987 Buick Grand NationalTrue Cost of Ownership in Malaysia
245 hp turbocharged V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (30%), VAT (6%), insurance, fuel at RM0.52/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$55K
Base: $40K
Annual Total
$13K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$12K
30% of base price
VAT
$3K
6% applied
Annual Insurance
$950
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$120K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
1987 Buick Grand National — Full Cost Breakdown in Malaysia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $40K |
| Import Duty (30%) | $12K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (6%) | $3K |
| Total Purchase Price | $55K |
| Annual Insurance | $950 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $780 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $9K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $700 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $13K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $120K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.862 |
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 — Malaysia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$780
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$65
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$5.20
10L × RM0.52
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 Malaysia
How does the Buick Grand National compare to similar cars available in Malaysia?
Buick
Grand National
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$13K
Porsche
718 Cayman
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$14K
BMW
M2
Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$14K
Toyota
GR86
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Malaysia market. Import duty (30%) and VAT (6%) applied to all models.
🇲🇾 Owning a Car in Malaysia
Heavily subsidized fuel. Proton/Perodua cheap.
Very Expensive for Malaysia
Annual car costs = 108% of average Malaysia income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In Malaysia
Fuel Price
RM0.52/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$950
Per year
Import Duty
30%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
6%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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Buick Grand National in Malaysia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Buick Grand National in Malaysia.
The 1987 Buick Grand National has a base price of $40,000 USD. In Malaysia, after 30% import duty and 6% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $55,120 USD (RM55,120 MYR).