re: Review: 1st-gen Mahindra Thar (2011 - 2019) Quote:
Originally Posted by carrot_eater If I recall correctly - you were waiting for a FF AC. I am aware that the FF is not going to happen any time soon. However was wondering if you have any information on the price / time line expected for the dealer fitter AC on the Thar. Are the M&M dealers in Hyd more aware than the Blr dealers. |
Yes you are quite right, the only reason I delayed my purchase since its launch was the desire to have a FF AC. I knew BD and team had sorted out the AC for the car so I had hoped marketing would push for its early introduction. But I understand it may be a while before its offered as a factory option.
It was my recent trip to Kashmir that really helped me decide to go ahead. I love travelling in India and I want an open car. My most memorable drive in recent times was when I drove from Bangalore to Kurnool top down in my CJ3B clipping at a steady 80 kmph. It was magical. I love open air motoring and the top on my CJ3b is forever down, unless it rains. Therefore the Thar too will be stripped of its top and kept completely open. I'll have a small bikini top for that sudden shower you may encounter.
In a year's time I should think a/c fitment at dealer's end should be a routine procedure with no grey areas. I'll install the a/c before next summer. Until then the monsoon season and winter should be most enjoyable top down.
I don't think the Hyd dealers are any more aware than the Blr ones but I can find out more details on pricing etc here and I'll chat up some of the workshop guys to see if they have understood BD's SOP on ac fitment. Quote:
Originally Posted by Jaggu Congratz DKG! Its an excellent vehicle for your touring needs. M&M has sent out circulars to dealers on some recall so hopefully the critical niggles are already sorted out in your vehicle when it is delivered. Looking forward to a ownership experience from a true gentleman offroader ![Smile](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.png) |
I plan to turn it into my go anywhere expedition vehicle Jaggu. Kit it up with all the essentials so that I can start doing those Himalayan road trips. I am buying this car purely so that I can explore the Himalayas, and ofcourse take part in exciting OTR's around the country.
You know as I toured Kashmir in MPV's or SUV's most of the time I wanted to chop the darn roof off so that I could take more of the stunning vista in. That's what made me want the Thar asap. For a nature buff an open 4x4 is pure nirvana.
I am glad cars are being recalled to fix glitches. Its actually a healthy sign when a mfg does that. |