Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car - A wise decision??
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Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
dhaya -- 'Steering rattle poses a security risk', is a true statement. In this case the steering suddenly gets jammed and refuses to move (read the EPS failure). Many i10's have this problem. Hyundai haven't yet mastered the art of EPS. Hence almost all newer cars from Hyundai stable has this issue. And Indian roads adds to it.
AMG -- Tried searching for octy RS. Didn't find one in Pune
Cortina -- Auto astar is not on the list. looking for used SX4 or new alto k10 or any other car that is trouble free.
dhaya -- 'Steering rattle poses a security risk', is a true statement. In this case the steering suddenly gets jammed and refuses to move (read the EPS failure). Many i10's have this problem. Hyundai haven't yet mastered the art of EPS. Hence almost all newer cars from Hyundai stable has this issue. And Indian roads adds to it.
AMG -- Tried searching for octy RS. Didn't find one in Pune
Cortina -- Auto astar is not on the list. looking for used SX4 or new alto k10 or any other car that is trouble free.
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Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
octi vrs will be in 4L budget. my advice stay out!
lancer and ohc are far better. agree old gen looks esp in interior.
octi vrs will be in 4L budget. my advice stay out!
lancer and ohc are far better. agree old gen looks esp in interior.
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Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
One more point regarding $$.
My i10 will fetch 5 lacs. Bought it for 585000 in Sep 2009. So I lose 85k. The petrol costs for me are almost 6k per month.
If i buy an alto k10 it will come @4lacs in Pune. The estimated petrol cost for me would be @3k per month.
I thought doing the math just to see the savings if at all they exist?
In case of SX4 this calculation does not stand valid.
One more point regarding $$.
My i10 will fetch 5 lacs. Bought it for 585000 in Sep 2009. So I lose 85k. The petrol costs for me are almost 6k per month.
If i buy an alto k10 it will come @4lacs in Pune. The estimated petrol cost for me would be @3k per month.
I thought doing the math just to see the savings if at all they exist?
In case of SX4 this calculation does not stand valid.
Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
@cooldhaya -I agree with you that a used car if maintained properly should be trouble free but I feel this applies to less than three year old cars with moderate mileage ( 12 -17000 Km /year)
@amiti - go for Alto K10 - Don't think twice if you don't mind missing Airbags and ABS.Anyhow you will save 1 lakh rupees which can be put to better use later.
@cooldhaya -I agree with you that a used car if maintained properly should be trouble free but I feel this applies to less than three year old cars with moderate mileage ( 12 -17000 Km /year)
@amiti - go for Alto K10 - Don't think twice if you don't mind missing Airbags and ABS.Anyhow you will save 1 lakh rupees which can be put to better use later.
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Hi Amit, Thanks for the separate thread. Now let’s have a comprehensive discussion on this topic. My advice will remain the same – drop out the Alto K10 from your list because first off, it’ll be highly used on the highways so the car should be solid, spacious and comfortable. You can consider upgrading to i20 (It’ll fetch loyalty bonus) or wait for the New Suzuki Swift. As you told that peace of mind is the top-most priority, I don’t think hunting for Pre-owned would be wise, and then struggle with issues later. Of course, it does make an immediate wallet-sense but only if you are ready for a thorough research and can wait. I don’t know about the Mitsubishi after sales network in Pune, but a pre-owned Cedia makes totally worth it. Sure, it’s hard to find but the looks, space, and driving pleasure will only leave you impressed. Don’t miss one if you come across any because the biggest advantage is that it carries a very poor resale value. A Sports variant (2007 – 2008) ranges from anywhere under Rs.5.5 Lakhs, whereas the others (Select / Spirit) can be bought for as low as Rs.4 Lakhs. Make sure to go through this thread before inspecting a second hand car: http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/f...pecting-second-hand-car-exhaustive-guide.html
Drive Safe,
350Z
Hi Amit, Thanks for the separate thread. Now let’s have a comprehensive discussion on this topic. My advice will remain the same – drop out the Alto K10 from your list because first off, it’ll be highly used on the highways so the car should be solid, spacious and comfortable. You can consider upgrading to i20 (It’ll fetch loyalty bonus) or wait for the New Suzuki Swift. As you told that peace of mind is the top-most priority, I don’t think hunting for Pre-owned would be wise, and then struggle with issues later. Of course, it does make an immediate wallet-sense but only if you are ready for a thorough research and can wait. I don’t know about the Mitsubishi after sales network in Pune, but a pre-owned Cedia makes totally worth it. Sure, it’s hard to find but the looks, space, and driving pleasure will only leave you impressed. Don’t miss one if you come across any because the biggest advantage is that it carries a very poor resale value. A Sports variant (2007 – 2008) ranges from anywhere under Rs.5.5 Lakhs, whereas the others (Select / Spirit) can be bought for as low as Rs.4 Lakhs. Make sure to go through this thread before inspecting a second hand car: http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/f...pecting-second-hand-car-exhaustive-guide.html
Drive Safe,
350Z
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Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
Thanks for your comments, Vibhor. I was also thinking on similar lines. Then the only choice left is SX4. Old or new is the only question. In Pune I have a friend who works at one of the maruti dealers. As per him people are selling their petrol SX4 and buying diesel ones. Hence the chances of getting good car are more. Hence I zeroed down to used SX4. If I wont get a used one, I may go in for new SX4.
I had always liked cedia sports. However there is only one dealer in Pune and these cars are hard to find here.
Hyundai cars are out of question. Pune has pathetic A.S.S. with Hyundai and lately I have seen ( with my own eyes) new car parts taken out and put in other cars without any guilt feeling and seems a standard practice due to lack of availability of spares.You wont beleive, when I went for filter change, they didn't had a air filter in stock for i10. Hence any hyundai is a strict NO.
So let see, keep your suggestions/comments coming till I find a better car.
Thanks for your comments, Vibhor. I was also thinking on similar lines. Then the only choice left is SX4. Old or new is the only question. In Pune I have a friend who works at one of the maruti dealers. As per him people are selling their petrol SX4 and buying diesel ones. Hence the chances of getting good car are more. Hence I zeroed down to used SX4. If I wont get a used one, I may go in for new SX4.
I had always liked cedia sports. However there is only one dealer in Pune and these cars are hard to find here.
Hyundai cars are out of question. Pune has pathetic A.S.S. with Hyundai and lately I have seen ( with my own eyes) new car parts taken out and put in other cars without any guilt feeling and seems a standard practice due to lack of availability of spares.You wont beleive, when I went for filter change, they didn't had a air filter in stock for i10. Hence any hyundai is a strict NO.
So let see, keep your suggestions/comments coming till I find a better car.
Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
SX4 is indeed good car except its mileage is not that much good . i think maruti cars will be good for you .
SX4 is indeed good car except its mileage is not that much good . i think maruti cars will be good for you .
Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
Even i20's have steering rattles. I am not a master in this subject but hey, why not a used honda city? (non vtec).
Even i20's have steering rattles. I am not a master in this subject but hey, why not a used honda city? (non vtec).
Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
I don’t know but considering the top-most requirement of owning a trouble-free car, I’d want to recommend buying new. Not that second hands are problematic but only to stay on the safer side...unless you are getting something as interesting as the Cedia (Though only after thorough inspection). Maruti SX4 is a nice deal too but don’t forget that people are selling it off for a reason, which is precisely the low fuel efficiency. Would you be able to live with it, being aware that Petrol prices are only touching sky and you have extremely high usage? Please wait for the New Swift / DZire, or you may also consider getting a C-Segment sedan such as upcoming New Ford Fiesta (Releasing in a couple of months).
This sounds a worthwhile option too.
Drive Safe,
350Z
I don’t know but considering the top-most requirement of owning a trouble-free car, I’d want to recommend buying new. Not that second hands are problematic but only to stay on the safer side...unless you are getting something as interesting as the Cedia (Though only after thorough inspection). Maruti SX4 is a nice deal too but don’t forget that people are selling it off for a reason, which is precisely the low fuel efficiency. Would you be able to live with it, being aware that Petrol prices are only touching sky and you have extremely high usage? Please wait for the New Swift / DZire, or you may also consider getting a C-Segment sedan such as upcoming New Ford Fiesta (Releasing in a couple of months).
This sounds a worthwhile option too.
Drive Safe,
350Z
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Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
I do agree with you Vibhor. Lets see, I have just started my hunt. I can wait for new swift. Anyways how is the performance of sx4 diesel? Is it worth considering?
@fusion -- not interested for used honda. People here have their hondas with them for more than 5 years.
I do agree with you Vibhor. Lets see, I have just started my hunt. I can wait for new swift. Anyways how is the performance of sx4 diesel? Is it worth considering?
@fusion -- not interested for used honda. People here have their hondas with them for more than 5 years.
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Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
Hey Amit, Please check out our complete review on Maruti SX4 Diesel: http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/f...aruti-suzuki-sx4-diesel-road-test-review.html
Drive Safe,
350Z
Hey Amit, Please check out our complete review on Maruti SX4 Diesel: http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/f...aruti-suzuki-sx4-diesel-road-test-review.html
Drive Safe,
350Z
Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
Do you want to change your car because you are bored of the auto gearbox, or are you just smitten by the "I am bored, lets change" bug.
If it is the former, then its fine.
But if it is the later, the i10 auto is a really decent car.
My suggestion: Keep unless you are really desperate for a manual.
Do you want to change your car because you are bored of the auto gearbox, or are you just smitten by the "I am bored, lets change" bug.
If it is the former, then its fine.
But if it is the later, the i10 auto is a really decent car.
My suggestion: Keep unless you are really desperate for a manual.
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Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
I want to change because of steering rattle issue. No other problem. Otherwise I like my car. Regarding auto, I don't have an issue. Also no EMI's on my car. Only cost is of petrol @6000 INR as a drive a lot.
No I am not desperate for manual gear box.
I want to change because of steering rattle issue. No other problem. Otherwise I like my car. Regarding auto, I don't have an issue. Also no EMI's on my car. Only cost is of petrol @6000 INR as a drive a lot.
No I am not desperate for manual gear box.
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Re: Trying to trade in my new i10 asta auto for a used car -- A wise decision??
I dont think it is worthwhile to change just because of such a negligible issue.
I know you will say it is not a small issue, etc etc.
But you are just over-hyping the rattle issue, IMO.
I dont think it is worthwhile to change just because of such a negligible issue.
I know you will say it is not a small issue, etc etc.
But you are just over-hyping the rattle issue, IMO.