[asit.kulkarni93]

Originally Posted by motorworks

Came across a used 2011 new shape swift zxi as a replacement for my wife's alto. It's a single owner, bangalore registered vehicle, clocked about 30k. Since its zxi it's got all the bells and whistles. Trouble is that the exterior has taken quite a beating. The bonnet needs to be repainted and there are things like a broken fog lamp, tail light etc apart from the usual dents and minor scratches. The owner is quoting about 4.3 lakhs. The tyres are already nearing their end of their life too..

Trouble is the owner has not renewed insurance which was due about a month ago. Now even if I buy the vehicle for about 4.3L, it looks like I will have to incur around 10k for the insurance, about another 20-30k on the painting and repair work. Is it worth it?

I have not come across the new swift zxi for anything less than 5 to 5.25 lakhs in bangalore.
Your feedback would be really helpful.

Frankly I would suggest stay away from such a car. You will end up spending another 60k on the car which is seriously not worth it.
Why are you so keen on a swift?
Be it petrol or diesel, swift's always have a ridiculous asking price in the used market. I suggest look for a used brio, i10, Jazz or the ritz.

Asit

[ramzsys]

Originally Posted by csateesh

Just wanted to use the above data points to clear the so called perception of expensive spares of Hyundai !!

Hyundai turbo chargers cost 50k +. For maruti and fords it is <20k.

Assembly of these expensive spares put together makes the car price expensive too, as it is reflected in the ex-showroom prices.

[Mordred]

Originally Posted by 13thpsycho

It's diesel. Superb 2.0 tdi CR elegance. 38k run with complete service history. Replaced tyres around 10k Kms because they weren't good enough. Put in pirelli p7 215/55 they have tread left for at least 25-30k kilometres. It's a no expense car. How much do you say it should sell for?

Here in kerala these guys dont fetch much resale. And I really dont want to dissapoint you.

[Astonite]

Hello guys,

I have a Polo (P) Highline Nov 2013. It has run close to 27k kms. How much can I expect? I'm planning to sell my car and get a diesel one.

TIA

[FidoDido]

Hello guys

I'm having two options. Wish to have your guidance over their price

1. Toyota Fortuner
4X2 Manual transmission
model April 2014
mileage 8000km
Registration Delhi
Asking price 23lakh

2. Toyota fortuner 4X4 manual transmission
model make December 2013. Registered January 2014
mileage 11.00 km
Registration Delhi
Asking price 22lakh


Please suggest me what all should I look for and what should be the right price for these cars.

Thanks in advance

[zulfi hansi]

Originally Posted by FidoDido

Hello guys

I'm having two options. Wish to have your guidance over their price

1. Toyota Fortuner
4X2 Manual transmission
model April 2014
mileage 8000km
Registration Delhi
Asking price 23lakh

2. Toyota fortuner 4X4 manual transmission
model make December 2013. Registered January 2014
mileage 11.00 km
Registration Delhi
Asking price 22lakh


Please suggest me what all should I look for and what should be the right price for these cars.

Thanks in advance

If you need only 4x2 go for it, but try to bring the price down. At least 30% lesser from the OTR price.

[CountMe91]

Would request you to spend a couple of lacs more to get yourself a new car. A fortuner 4*4 would make more sense.

Originally Posted by FidoDido

Please suggest me what all should I look for and what should be the right price for these cars.
Thanks in advance

When you are spending nearly 4.60 lacs on a 3-4 year old car, it makes more sense to invest another 50k and go for a new car. Since the Swift is now available in Lxi (O) variant as well, you can try your hand based on your budget and requirements.

Originally Posted by motorworks

I have not come across the new swift zxi for anything less than 5 to 5.25 lakhs in bangalore.
Your feedback would be really helpful.

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[motorworks]

Originally Posted by CountMe91

When you are spending nearly 4.60 lacs on a 3-4 year old car, it makes more sense to invest another 50k and go for a new car. Since the Swift is now available in Lxi (O) variant as well, you can try your hand based on your budget and requirements.

You are right. It seems quite risky to spend this kind of money on a used car. But I didn't know that swift had an option for ABS in LXi. Are you sure?

Originally Posted by asit.kulkarni93

Frankly I would suggest stay away from such a car. You will end up spending another 60k on the car which is seriously not worth it.
Why are you so keen on a swift?
Be it petrol or diesel, swift's always have a ridiculous asking price in the used market. I suggest look for a used brio, i10, Jazz or the ritz.

Asit

Thanks for your suggestion.I'm most likely not buying this car which I mentioned earlier. Yes, swifts command a ridiculous price! I came across another used 2010 swift zxi for about 5 lakhs! On the other hand finding petrol hatchbacks with safety features is a very tough task. Almost non existent!

[CountMe91]

ABS and Airbags are only available in the top end varaints. Not in the Lxi trim. Although VDi is equipped with optional ABS. Pls check with your nearest dealer.

Originally Posted by motorworks

You are right. It seems quite risky to spend this kind of money on a used car. But I didn't know that swift had an option for ABS in LXi. Are you sure?

[katpasin]

Hi Guys,

I was looking for a automatic that my dad can drive(he doesn't know to drive, is 63 yrs old and needs a car for transportation. He does not prefer having a driver)

So I was interested in Alto K10 AMT model, been the smallest car. But then when i went to the showroom and sat in it, it was really cramped.. My shoulders were rubbing against the door while i was seated in the co-passenger seat. And the steering was touching my thighs in driver position with seat fully pulled back.

Though this is for my dad, and he is a bit healthy, he would too feel it cramped....

Now apart from Alto AMT, looking at the used market for the cheapest reliable easy to drive automatic.....

For less than 3 lacs, found Santro Automatics and Honda city( around 2007-2008) CVT models..... Most will have around 50k - 70k kilometers on them.

But would these automatics be reliable?? have read a few threads and learnt that if the transmission goes bad, its going to set me back by lacs....

Any suggestions....

[sankdeshmukh]

Hi All

How much should I expect for Mid2009 Dzire VXI.
Single Owner
MH02 Passing
Mileage 72500
Scratch less condition
All 4 tyres are new rplaced in september-2014, 3 yrs warrenty available.
Battery replaced in Spe-2013 Amaron, 1.5yrs warrenty still left.

I agree with Suzuki San, true value people always quote UNTRUE value for your car, In Feb-2013 they quoted 60K for my Oct-2006 42K run Baleno when i was looking for SX4, they didn't raised there quote & keep saying that its out of production & blah blah.
Finally bought a second hand SX4 & sold my Baleno in Nov-2013 at 1.40L to an individual.
Always expect around 60-90k more for your vehicle than true value quote.

[naru]

A friend in Mumbai is selling his 2011 Chevy Magnum 2.0. I'm interested since I know the seller can be fully trusted. But need advice on three points:

1 Is it a good idea to buy since the car has long been discontinued?

2 Is it worth the trouble and costs transferring it to Delhi?

3 How much will be the avg annual maintenance costs?

Need clarity on these points before I go ahead and seal the deal. Please help.

[asit.kulkarni93]

Originally Posted by naru

A friend in Mumbai is selling his 2011 Chevy Magnum 2.0. I'm interested since I know the seller can be fully trusted. But need advice on three points:

1 Is it a good idea to buy since the car has long been discontinued?

2 Is it worth the trouble and costs transferring it to Delhi?

3 How much will be the avg annual maintenance costs?

Need clarity on these points before I go ahead and seal the deal. Please help.

Please mention the km's done. The maintenance cost is surely high for the magnum. But it all depends on how many kms has the car clocked.
Lastly transferring a magnum to delhi from Mumbai won't be a good idea.

Asit

[naru]

Originally Posted by asit.kulkarni93

Please mention the km's done. The maintenance cost is surely high for the magnum. But it all depends on how many kms has the car clocked.
Lastly transferring a magnum to delhi from Mumbai won't be a good idea.

Asit

It's done some 56k kms.

Clutch plate, brake pads were changed in June, simply because they were free under a Chevy three-year service scheme. Tyres too were changed around same time.

How much will be the cost of transfer from Mum to Delhi?

[sbalagru6]

What would be the correct price for the below car,

Registered Location - Bangalore
Car Model - Ford Fiesta 1.6 S Petrol (Sports edition with ABS/Dual Airbag/Rear Spoilers/Etc...)
Year - Nov 2008
Single owner
Mileage - ~40000 Kms

Comprehensive insurance till Nov 2015. Condition of the car looks good from inside and outside.
Seller is quoting ~3.45 Lakhs, slightly negotiable.