Which Car for my family?

dev · 10th March 2005, 16:32

Guys,
Thanks for your contribution till now.

I am in really confused state, whether to go for a new one or purchase a second hand vehicle.
this will be our first four wheeler and we don't have any experience. So you people can imagine we will be new at the drivers seat.
So, please recommend whether to go for a new one or used one.
Thanks.

maybach · 10th March 2005, 16:46

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Originally Posted by dev

Guys,
Thanks for your contribution till now.

I am in really confused state, whether to go for a new one or purchase a second hand vehicle.
this will be our first four wheeler and we don't have any experience. So you people can imagine we will be new at the drivers seat.
So, please recommend whether to go for a new one or used one.
Thanks.

Indigo Marina is the way to go. Very nice car with a nice boot to take up loads of things.. you can carry your world with yourself

You will also find a used Qualis in this segment

man23ish · 10th March 2005, 16:48

I would say go for a used Sumo for now.. Don't spend too much money on a new/old 4-wheeler. After you get used to driving in bangalore conditions, you can think about upgrading to the Innova..

If you are going for a new vehicle, go for the Innova if you are looking for a long term ownership and if you can afford it. Else our good old Amby is the best..

Remember, when you are carrying your family with you. Road Safety should be the topmost priority in your mind.

Cheers,
Manish.

dev · 10th March 2005, 16:59

Thanks guys.
Manish,
where can I get a good second hand car in Bangalore? Do u know any dealers who can give good vehicles in reasonable price?

Thanks.

man23ish · 17th March 2005, 16:23

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Originally Posted by dev

Thanks guys.
Manish,
where can I get a good second hand car in Bangalore? Do u know any dealers who can give good vehicles in reasonable price?
Thanks.

Hmm, I am searching for a good second hand car since the past 4-5 months.. But to no avail so far.. Here is what i did, First of all, find a good & reliable car mechanic. Secondly buy the AdMag or FreeAds weekly newspaper, Look for used vehicle ads. Book and appointment with the car owner and ask him to bring the vehicle to your mechanic's garage. (Usually most people will bring the vehicle to the garage.) Let the mechanic have a thorough look at the vehicle. Check the odometer, insurance and registration papers.. If you notice any tampering with anything, back out of the deal immediately..

I had almost zeroed in on a Maruti Van 2003 model and was about to pay the cheque to the previous owner, when my wife suggested that we show it to our mechanic. We found it to be an accident vehicle.. The tinkering and painting work was done very well from outside.. But thanks to my wife's advice and the mechanics honest opinion i backed out of the deal..

Remember, you want to buy a car, not the previous owners worries..

Maruti True-Value and Nandi Toyota have their used cars division. But their price is over-hyped..

I am still searching..

- Manish.

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dev BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: BLR Posts: 109 Thanked: Once	Guys, Thanks for your contribution till now. I am in really confused state, whether to go for a new one or purchase a second hand vehicle. this will be our first four wheeler and we don't have any experience. So you people can imagine we will be new at the drivers seat. So, please recommend whether to go for a new one or used one. Thanks.
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10th March 2005, 16:48	#48
man23ish BHPian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 641 Thanked: 23 Times	I would say go for a used Sumo for now.. Don't spend too much money on a new/old 4-wheeler. After you get used to driving in bangalore conditions, you can think about upgrading to the Innova.. If you are going for a new vehicle, go for the Innova if you are looking for a long term ownership and if you can afford it. Else our good old Amby is the best.. Remember, when you are carrying your family with you. Road Safety should be the topmost priority in your mind. Cheers, Manish. Last edited by man23ish : 10th March 2005 at 16:50.
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10th March 2005, 16:59	#49
dev BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: BLR Posts: 109 Thanked: Once	Thanks guys. Manish, where can I get a good second hand car in Bangalore? Do u know any dealers who can give good vehicles in reasonable price? Thanks.
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