How to Not Get Burned Buying a Used Car in Israel

Logosofia no Dia a Dia · May 25, 2026 · 30m

Israel's 83% purchase tax on new cars makes the used market the only option for most drivers. But buying a cheap car can turn into a financial nightmare if you don't understand what the annual roadworthiness test actually checks — and what it misses. This episode breaks down the real cost of deferred maintenance, why cars with too many previous owners are a red flag, and how the math of "buy cheap and fix what breaks" can flip from savings to a slow bleed faster than people realize. If you're shopping for a used car in Israel, this is the episode you need before you hand over a single shekel…