Esteem 99 vs Palio 2001 vs .....

pathfinder · 7th March 2007, 13:54

A lot depends upon the conditions and mileage on the two cars.. please keep it simple and focus on your priorities, if the conditions of the two cars are identical then go for esteem considering maintainence cost is your priority.

FATAL3RROR · 8th March 2007, 10:38

hey guys! will b checking out both the cars this wkend..will get back with details n pics (if poss) asap..thnx a ton fr all da info guys!

prkothan · 8th March 2007, 11:49

First take test drive. There is world of difference between Palio 1.2 OV and Esteem, find it your self.
Its shame to compare Palio 1.2 OV with Esteem 99 model.
I would say its just a myth that, Esteem is maintenace free and gives high mileage. My colleague own 2005 model Esteem, its give him mere 11 kmpl.

Palio spare parts are not costly. Also the longevity of parts are high.

If you have bought Palio, by all certainity you will forget about spending few 100 Rs more on petrol.

esteem_lover · 8th March 2007, 12:45

Hey fatal3rror, dont make a fatal error. buying a new fiat is one thing & buying an used one is another totally different thing. considering the availability of spares & competent workshops, you might end up runnning instead of driving. A maruti or a hyundai is an excellent bet when it comes to used cars.

Quote:

"The 1999 Esteem would be nothing but a rattling bunch of metal components held together by rusted nuts and bolts. In case you buy this, do remember to be gentle over speed breakers.

" - sushanthr77

At least these rusted nuts & bolts are available across the counter at reasonable rates & they can be fixed in a jiffy by the average joe on the road.

FATAL3RROR · 8th March 2007, 12:51

hey esteem_lover...your id is sweet enough to let me know which car you would suggest. The only thing against the esteem lx I am considering is that its a carb model.
Cant wait to try out both of them this weekend!

Cheers!

esteem_lover · 8th March 2007, 13:01

Dont let my id prejudice you. I actually love so many other things in life. the esteem is my ride & i like her, that's all & i am trying to help you make the right decision
cheers

FATAL3RROR · 11th March 2007, 19:48

hey guys...the palio got sold..so cud only see the esteem today..

Esteem LX - November 99 - Black
Run 70,000 kms - 2nd Owner
Condition pretty good..test drove it..suspension feels good...no clatter anywhere...interiors very well done..all leather(seats,dash,ceiling...), got a pioneer mp3 cd player...Tyres look good..must hav run some 10-15kkms..

The seller is asking fr 1.35 lacs fr the vehicle...

Wat say guys? Worth it?

Fatal3rror

7th March 2007, 13:54	#16
pathfinder Newbie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 21 Thanked: 0 Times	A lot depends upon the conditions and mileage on the two cars.. please keep it simple and focus on your priorities, if the conditions of the two cars are identical then go for esteem considering maintainence cost is your priority.
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8th March 2007, 10:38	#17
FATAL3RROR BHPian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Leeds, UK Posts: 116 Thanked: 2 Times View My Garage	hey guys! will b checking out both the cars this wkend..will get back with details n pics (if poss) asap..thnx a ton fr all da info guys!
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8th March 2007, 11:49	#18
prkothan BHPian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: chennai Posts: 180 Thanked: 39 Times	First take test drive. There is world of difference between Palio 1.2 OV and Esteem, find it your self. Its shame to compare Palio 1.2 OV with Esteem 99 model. I would say its just a myth that, Esteem is maintenace free and gives high mileage. My colleague own 2005 model Esteem, its give him mere 11 kmpl. Palio spare parts are not costly. Also the longevity of parts are high. If you have bought Palio, by all certainity you will forget about spending few 100 Rs more on petrol.
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8th March 2007, 12:51	#20
FATAL3RROR BHPian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Leeds, UK Posts: 116 Thanked: 2 Times View My Garage	hey esteem_lover...your id is sweet enough to let me know which car you would suggest. The only thing against the esteem lx I am considering is that its a carb model. Cant wait to try out both of them this weekend! Cheers!
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8th March 2007, 13:01	#21
esteem_lover Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Madras/Py Posts: 7,556 Thanked: 502 Times View My Garage	Dont let my id prejudice you. I actually love so many other things in life. the esteem is my ride & i like her, that's all & i am trying to help you make the right decision cheers
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11th March 2007, 19:48	#22
FATAL3RROR BHPian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Leeds, UK Posts: 116 Thanked: 2 Times View My Garage	hey guys...the palio got sold..so cud only see the esteem today.. Esteem LX - November 99 - Black Run 70,000 kms - 2nd Owner Condition pretty good..test drove it..suspension feels good...no clatter anywhere...interiors very well done..all leather(seats,dash,ceiling...), got a pioneer mp3 cd player...Tyres look good..must hav run some 10-15kkms.. The seller is asking fr 1.35 lacs fr the vehicle... Wat say guys? Worth it? Fatal3rror
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