1987 Buick Grand NationalTrue Cost of Ownership in Philippines
245 hp turbocharged V6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (30%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at ₱1.05/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$58K
Base: $40K
Annual Total
$13K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$12K
30% of base price
VAT
$6K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$750
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$123K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
1987 Buick Grand National — Full Cost Breakdown in Philippines
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 (12%) | $6K |
| Total Purchase Price | $58K |
| Annual Insurance | $750 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $1K |
| Annual Depreciation | $9K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $550 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $13K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $123K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.868 |
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 — Philippines
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,575
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$131
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,500L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$10.50
10L × ₱1.05
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 Philippines
How does the Buick Grand National compare to similar cars available in Philippines?
Buick
Grand National
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$13K
Porsche
718 Cayman
Base Price
$65K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$14K
BMW
M2
Base Price
$63K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$14K
Toyota
GR86
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Philippines market. Import duty (30%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
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Traffic congestion increases fuel costs.
Very Expensive for Philippines
Annual car costs = 372% of average Philippines income ($4K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$4K
In Philippines
Fuel Price
₱1.05/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$750
Per year
Import Duty
30%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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Buick Grand National in Philippines — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Buick Grand National in Philippines.
The 1987 Buick Grand National has a base price of $40,000 USD. In Philippines, after 30% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $58,240 USD (₱58,240 PHP).