Brand New Gypsy King - Way to Go

sameerag · 22nd December 2009, 15:01

The side mirrors are INR 600 a pair. I wish I could find better mirrors since these are not very good quality. Driver side did not require any additional holes since there was already a mirror fitted. Left side required 2 holes. No fouling in the doors whatsoever.

Since the bull bar was custom an extension was made to fit the fog lights. I am using a relay for both the headlights (90/100) and Fog lamps.

Rajachu · 22nd December 2009, 15:06

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Originally Posted by starter

Dear Sameer,
A really nice looking Gypsy.
2 questions from my side:

What make mirrors are those and could you share the details on getting them fitted? (As in, how many holes did you have to make and are there brackets fouling with the door?

Deepak

deepak,

the mirrors are the stock ones with the gypsy

Raj

AltoHoncho · 22nd December 2009, 15:38

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Originally Posted by sameerag

The side mirrors are INR 600 a pair. I wish I could find better mirrors since these are not very good quality. Driver side did not require any additional holes since there was already a mirror fitted. Left side required 2 holes. No fouling in the doors whatsoever.

Since the bull bar was custom an extension was made to fit the fog lights. I am using a relay for both the headlights (90/100) and Fog lamps.

How much did it cost On-Road. I have been told recently that the waiting on a Gypsy is too much, even the dealer might refuse to book one. Is that true, how much was the waiting time in your case since you bought it new.

sameerag · 22nd December 2009, 15:45

On road price was 5,40,000/- for a soft top. It is true that the wait is long and some dealers refuse to book a Gypsy. The wait is usually 30 to 45 days. I was fortunate to get it in 5 days through some contacts.

suren181 · 22nd December 2009, 16:27

sameerag, congratulations on the purchase. Tastefully done up too. Pardon my ignorance though, but is there a 4x4 option available from the factory?

ketla2411 · 22nd December 2009, 17:44

duh

....Gypsy IS A FOUR BY FOUR ! There is NO TWO WHEEL DRIVE OPTION from MUL, as far as the whole wide world knows.

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Originally Posted by suren181

sameerag, congratulations on the purchase. Tastefully done up too. Pardon my ignorance though, but is there a 4x4 option available from the factory?

ketla2411 · 22nd December 2009, 18:16

Sameerag, congrats on your new buy. The gypsy looks a mean killer after Performance Auto's magic wand job. All the best

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Originally Posted by sameerag

On road price was 5,40,000/- for a soft top. It is true that the wait is long and some dealers refuse to book a Gypsy. The wait is usually 30 to 45 days. I was fortunate to get it in 5 days through some contacts.

starter · 22nd December 2009, 20:44

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Originally Posted by sameerag

The side mirrors are INR 600 a pair. I wish I could find better mirrors since these are not very good quality. Driver side did not require any additional holes since there was already a mirror fitted. Left side required 2 holes. No fouling in the doors whatsoever.

Since the bull bar was custom an extension was made to fit the fog lights. I am using a relay for both the headlights (90/100) and Fog lamps.

Dear Sameer,
Thanks for the information. Where would the top portion of that mirror be fitted to? I am a fellow owner like you, of a new Gypsy (2 months old). I've heard that Bolero's mirrors are very good. They are manufactured by LUMAX. You could have a look at Sawyer's Gypsy. Your vehicle's mirrors also look nice. I've seen a couple of Army Gypsies here with similar mirrors.

Regarding the headlights, i've heard that the OEM reflectors cannot sustain higher wattage bulbs. Just wanted to make you aware.

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Originally Posted by Rajachu

deepak,

the mirrors are the stock ones with the gypsy

Raj

Dear Raj,
No, these mirrors are not OEM. The stock mirrors is absolute nonsense. One, it is a plain mirror; two, it comes only on the right side; three, it bends down once you cross 80 kmph. So, i am badly looking for alternatives.

Cheers,
Deepak

gungeek · 23rd December 2009, 00:43

Hi Sameer,

First of all congrats for the new gypsy

, Just want to know how much you paid for power steering ? And how it is performing ?

1919 · 23rd December 2009, 02:05

@ Sameer

Many many congrats on your new gypsy buddy! Its ppl like u who keeps on reminding Maruti to keep the Gypsy afloat - otherwise it would have become a part of the "exclusive army vehicles" long back.

Looking for some more pics of the Gypsy in its true terrain - not much fun seeing it parked in front of your residence mate - don't u agree?

nairanupg · 23rd December 2009, 12:58

that Sure is a beauty on the roads mate a big thumps up.
Nice stance on the thing and real neat. A new set of wheels does have its charm; more so a rarity like the gypsy.
You fitting in an A.C for Delhi summers ?
and the most important question;
Any plans of taking it offroad ??

rmonie · 23rd December 2009, 17:30

Congratulations. Sweet looking ride.

sameerag · 24th December 2009, 12:12

I'll definitely think about an AC in the summers. I might even get a half cabin.
Offroading is in my mind but probably after the first service.

Turbo Head · 16th January 2010, 17:05

Congrats for Nice and cool looking ride, Infact you match my taste very closely for the ride. Even I am in my 30s and planning to owe something very similar, though not now maybe after some saving in a year or so.
As everyone asked wanted to know the price & performance of PS, specially with those 255 contis

Monkeyboy4u · 16th January 2010, 18:24

Hi sameer congrats on your new gypsy, its good to know that you got it in 5 days

.

Its nice to know that many teenage dreams get fulfilled in the 30s !

I am also looking forward to fulfill one such dream hopefully this year, i.e. get a gypsy for myself.

It would be great if you can share the name of the dealer from which you purchased this beauty.

22nd December 2009, 15:01	#31
sameerag Newbie Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Delhi Posts: 10 Thanked: 0 Times	The side mirrors are INR 600 a pair. I wish I could find better mirrors since these are not very good quality. Driver side did not require any additional holes since there was already a mirror fitted. Left side required 2 holes. No fouling in the doors whatsoever. Since the bull bar was custom an extension was made to fit the fog lights. I am using a relay for both the headlights (90/100) and Fog lamps.
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22nd December 2009, 15:45	#34
sameerag Newbie Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Delhi Posts: 10 Thanked: 0 Times	On road price was 5,40,000/- for a soft top. It is true that the wait is long and some dealers refuse to book a Gypsy. The wait is usually 30 to 45 days. I was fortunate to get it in 5 days through some contacts.
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22nd December 2009, 16:27	#35
suren181 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 850 Thanked: 11 Times View My Garage	sameerag, congratulations on the purchase. Tastefully done up too. Pardon my ignorance though, but is there a 4x4 option available from the factory?
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23rd December 2009, 00:43	#39
gungeek BHPian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Allahabad Posts: 25 Thanked: 0 Times	Hi Sameer, First of all congrats for the new gypsy , Just want to know how much you paid for power steering ? And how it is performing ?
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23rd December 2009, 02:05	#40
1919 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 4 Thanked: 0 Times	@ Sameer Many many congrats on your new gypsy buddy! Its ppl like u who keeps on reminding Maruti to keep the Gypsy afloat - otherwise it would have become a part of the "exclusive army vehicles" long back. Looking for some more pics of the Gypsy in its true terrain - not much fun seeing it parked in front of your residence mate - don't u agree?
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23rd December 2009, 12:58	#41
nairanupg BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Asia Africa GCC Posts: 188 Thanked: 127 Times	that Sure is a beauty on the roads mate a big thumps up. Nice stance on the thing and real neat. A new set of wheels does have its charm; more so a rarity like the gypsy. You fitting in an A.C for Delhi summers ? and the most important question; Any plans of taking it offroad ??
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23rd December 2009, 17:30	#42
rmonie BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 233 Thanked: 62 Times View My Garage	Congratulations. Sweet looking ride.
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24th December 2009, 12:12	#43
sameerag Newbie Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Delhi Posts: 10 Thanked: 0 Times	I'll definitely think about an AC in the summers. I might even get a half cabin. Offroading is in my mind but probably after the first service.
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16th January 2010, 17:05	#44
Turbo Head BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New Delhi Posts: 328 Thanked: 247 Times	Congrats for Nice and cool looking ride, Infact you match my taste very closely for the ride. Even I am in my 30s and planning to owe something very similar, though not now maybe after some saving in a year or so. As everyone asked wanted to know the price & performance of PS, specially with those 255 contis
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16th January 2010, 18:24	#45
Monkeyboy4u BHPian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: New Delhi Posts: 66 Thanked: 24 Times	Hi sameer congrats on your new gypsy, its good to know that you got it in 5 days . Its nice to know that many teenage dreams get fulfilled in the 30s ! I am also looking forward to fulfill one such dream hopefully this year, i.e. get a gypsy for myself. It would be great if you can share the name of the dealer from which you purchased this beauty.
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