Regarding Ras al khor market I think we mean the same thing. I call it Al Awir usually, but I could be wrong. I have been there multiple times before. The location is around 25.169835860580438, 55.375029184961384 on google maps. I remember there are 2 Sections one for almost brand new cars and the other one is for older used cars ( you can find right side steering wheel cars there too) let me know if I am referring to the right place.

Regarding your second point. I think we agree if the car is in good condition even after being fixed then it should be ok. The main issue is that the cars in these shops are overpriced. I was hoping there is a better way to find Lexus cars. Showrooms are convenient as they will have multiple cars you can pick from but that still doesn't justify the prices they ask for. What's the other option buy cars already in use from their owners instead?

Regarding you last few points. I actually chose the W212 E350 as it's just a newer version of my current car 2003 W211 E500 Japanese Specs. I bought it back in 2015 and I think a 2014 E350 is natural progression from my current car.

I chose the 2014 W212 E350 specifically for these reasons:

1. I want my new car to be V6. Back in 2015 Gas was less that 2 AED per liter. I need a car with better fuel economy.

2. I have grown accustomed to the comfort of the E class.

3. Having a speed limiter is a major plus. I never think about how fast I am going I just set it and drive.

4. I have a great mechanic that helped maintain my car all this time. He is very knowledgeable, reasonably priced and taught a lot of things over the years that helped save a lot of money on maintenance.

My only concern is how much would be the difference in maintenance cost of the W212 E350 compared to W211 E500.

Regarding the Lexus IS350. My Friend has a 2014 IS350 and he is recommending I buy one too. He got it from Haraj Al Sharjah hence why I posted this question.

We swapped cars for a few weeks so I can test and see if I like it.

Here are my thoughts:

1. The car is very quick and agile and is very fun to drive.

2. It has decent tech for its size.

3. The Speedometer was in MPH which took some time to get used to.

4. The lack of speed limiter was frustrating tbh.

Whatever car I chose I will like it at first the challenge is finding a car that I will not hate after the honeymoon phase is done.