Suggest a used car for 2.5 lacs

cruiser_1982 · 1st April 2009, 22:57

Hello guys, I have been in this forum for some time now and this is my first thread. I am planning to buy a used car for 2.5 lacs. My usage is going to be 64 kms daily with around 100 kms in the weekend.I am looking for a car that will fit my budget and will be easy on pocket to maintain. I am looking for a good fuel efficiency too

For a diesel option, I can stretch a 30K more.. I am tall at 6'3'' and healthy and so please suggest a car for me.

clevermax · 1st April 2009, 23:11

I guess an Indica Diesel in good condition would be most suited...

breezydrive · 1st April 2009, 23:15

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I am tall at 6'3'' and healthy
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An Indigo will suit your requirement.

loving_alaap · 2nd April 2009, 10:48

With your usage, it has to be either diesel or CNG!

Also it has to be well maintained one (relatively new), as you also require less strain on your pocket.

four suggestions:

1. In diesel you have limited options. used Indigo, Indica, Swift (if you are lucky).

I have seen a 2001 safari being sold at 2.3 lacs!!! (but it is heavy on pocket)

2. In CNG version, you can find a good number of used decent hatches (Santro, Wagon R etc).

3. Also you can buy good hatch around 2 lacs & spend 30-35K for a new CNG kit. (you will get a relatively new hatch of 2005 onwards around 2 lacs!!)

4. Last suggestion (if you can wait, wait for Nano!!!)

So, its up to the availability of the car. Best of luck for finding.

GTO · 2nd April 2009, 10:51

Diesel is best for your kind of running. Look no further than the Palio D, Indica and Indigo.

ashthedivx · 2nd April 2009, 11:04

I would suggest a Diesel Indica or Wagon converted to CNG if you don't require boot. Diesel Indigo or Esteem converted to CNG would be more practical option.

cruiser_1982 · 2nd April 2009, 11:23

Thanks for all your suggestion guys. I believed Indica will be the best bet and I am getting similar suggestions from you guys too. I just have following queries,

1. I am able to find Indica NA 1.4 Diesel with mileage > 50K being sold for around 2.5 lacs. What will be the regular maintenance that should be done around this mark? If possible can you give some rough estimates?
2. Indica Turbo and Indica Dicor are other options, but looks like both are discontinued. Can I still opt for these versions if available?

My pockets will be fully empty once I get the vehicle and I cannot be able to carry on any major works for atleast 2 months. Thats the reason I am asking you the above queries. Please pour in your suggestions, so I can go ahead with my buy. Thanks in advance for all your inputs.

ashthedivx · 2nd April 2009, 11:40

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Originally Posted by cruiser_1982

Thanks for all your suggestion guys. I believed Indica will be the best bet and I am getting similar suggestions from you guys too. I just have following queries,

1. I am able to find Indica NA 1.4 Diesel with mileage > 50K being sold for around 2.5 lacs. What will be the regular maintenance that should be done around this mark? If possible can you give some rough estimates?
2. Indica Turbo and Indica Dicor are other options, but looks like both are discontinued. Can I still opt for these versions if available?

My pockets will be fully empty once I get the vehicle and I cannot be able to carry on any major works for atleast 2 months. Thats the reason I am asking you the above queries. Please pour in your suggestions, so I can go ahead with my buy. Thanks in advance for all your inputs.

I believe Diesel maintenance actually starts after 50K only. Try to pickup a vehicle which ain't abused ie. a private vehicle rather then taxi and one with extended warranty.

Do try to pickup a Indica Trurbo as regular Indica without turbo will be sluggish to drive.

architect · 2nd April 2009, 12:23

I suggest you stay away from turbos and CRDi engines unless you get one in perfect condition. The NA Indica or Palio D is the best bet. However, make sure the car is not in a condition where you end up spending 50k-1 lac immediately after buying it (esp in case of the Palio D). Get it reviewed from a comptent mechanic and demand the entire service history.

I think you will get privately owned Indica DLS for this price. But I suspect nobody sells a diesel car before 50-70 k kms.

cruiser_1982 · 2nd April 2009, 13:00

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Originally Posted by architect

I suggest you stay away from turbos and CRDi engines unless you get one in perfect condition. The NA Indica or Palio D is the best bet. However, make sure the car is not in a condition where you end up spending 50k-1 lac immediately after buying it (esp in case of the Palio D). Get it reviewed from a comptent mechanic and demand the entire service history.

I think you will get privately owned Indica DLS for this price. But I suspect nobody sells a diesel car before 50-70 k kms.

Thanks Architect, I will keep it in mind during my search.

Tejas@perioimpl · 2nd April 2009, 13:20

I would stay away from used diesel cars. Rather buy a used OHC for 2odd lakhs and plonk in a LPG kit.

narayan · 2nd April 2009, 14:02

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Originally Posted by Tejas@perioimpl

I would stay away from used diesel cars. Rather buy a used OHC for 2odd lakhs and plonk in a LPG kit.

I think for his height for for the daily running, OHC will be a quite uncomfortable

i would also like to suggest a NEW CHEVY SPARK for that budget..

the 30k which you have to stretch for a diesel can be used to put in a CNG/LPG kit

DCEite · 2nd April 2009, 14:04

A used WagonR / Santro with CNG/LPG kit. Tall people and fuel efficiency are not a problem.

Tejas@perioimpl · 2nd April 2009, 14:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by narayan

I think for his height for for the daily running, OHC will be a quite uncomfortable

i would also like to suggest a NEW CHEVY SPARK for that budget..

the 30k which you have to stretch for a diesel can be used to put in a CNG/LPG kit

Chevy spark has more space than an OHC???!!!

I am 6 feet tall and "heavy" and am very comfortable in the OHC.

speedzak · 2nd April 2009, 14:37

Indica diesel is good. Try and get the Turbo or the Dicor if possible. They 're powerful, good to drive and will give you a smile on your face.
Maintenance won't be expensive and being a Tata, it will be easier to repair anywhere in the country.

Wagon R, Santro etc.. comes next. They're also easy on pocket and spacious enough to fit you in. Lots of CNG/LPG kits are available if you want to go that way.

Stay away from Palios. You'll get them very dirt cheap for 1 lac etc.. for petrol 1.2 versions. But the neighbourhood mechanic will be smiling all the way to his bank every time he sees your car.
Palio D will be available for something around your budget. But they'll be more big a trouble to maintain.

1st April 2009, 22:57	#1
cruiser_1982 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 313 Thanked: 16 Times	Suggest a used car for 2.5 lacs Hello guys, I have been in this forum for some time now and this is my first thread. I am planning to buy a used car for 2.5 lacs. My usage is going to be 64 kms daily with around 100 kms in the weekend.I am looking for a car that will fit my budget and will be easy on pocket to maintain. I am looking for a good fuel efficiency too For a diesel option, I can stretch a 30K more.. I am tall at 6'3'' and healthy and so please suggest a car for me.
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1st April 2009, 23:11	#2
clevermax Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Tvm/Amsterdam Posts: 2,086 Thanked: 2,639 Times View My Garage	I guess an Indica Diesel in good condition would be most suited...
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1st April 2009, 23:15	#3
breezydrive BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: NOIDA Posts: 750 Thanked: 125 Times View My Garage	[quote I am tall at 6'3'' and healthy [/quote] An Indigo will suit your requirement. Last edited by breezydrive : 1st April 2009 at 23:16.
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2nd April 2009, 10:48	#4
loving_alaap BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Ahmedabad Posts: 808 Thanked: 9 Times	With your usage, it has to be either diesel or CNG! Also it has to be well maintained one (relatively new), as you also require less strain on your pocket. four suggestions: 1. In diesel you have limited options. used Indigo, Indica, Swift (if you are lucky). I have seen a 2001 safari being sold at 2.3 lacs!!! (but it is heavy on pocket) 2. In CNG version, you can find a good number of used decent hatches (Santro, Wagon R etc). 3. Also you can buy good hatch around 2 lacs & spend 30-35K for a new CNG kit. (you will get a relatively new hatch of 2005 onwards around 2 lacs!!) 4. Last suggestion (if you can wait, wait for Nano!!!) So, its up to the availability of the car. Best of luck for finding. Last edited by loving_alaap : 2nd April 2009 at 10:53.
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2nd April 2009, 10:51	#5
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 70,492 Thanked: 300,289 Times View My Garage	Diesel is best for your kind of running. Look no further than the Palio D, Indica and Indigo.
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2nd April 2009, 11:04	#6
ashthedivx Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 1,356 Thanked: 24 Times	I would suggest a Diesel Indica or Wagon converted to CNG if you don't require boot. Diesel Indigo or Esteem converted to CNG would be more practical option.
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2nd April 2009, 11:23	#7
cruiser_1982 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 313 Thanked: 16 Times	Thanks for all your suggestion guys. I believed Indica will be the best bet and I am getting similar suggestions from you guys too. I just have following queries, 1. I am able to find Indica NA 1.4 Diesel with mileage > 50K being sold for around 2.5 lacs. What will be the regular maintenance that should be done around this mark? If possible can you give some rough estimates? 2. Indica Turbo and Indica Dicor are other options, but looks like both are discontinued. Can I still opt for these versions if available? My pockets will be fully empty once I get the vehicle and I cannot be able to carry on any major works for atleast 2 months. Thats the reason I am asking you the above queries. Please pour in your suggestions, so I can go ahead with my buy. Thanks in advance for all your inputs.
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2nd April 2009, 12:23	#9
architect Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Ghaziabad, U. P Posts: 1,359 Thanked: 764 Times	I suggest you stay away from turbos and CRDi engines unless you get one in perfect condition. The NA Indica or Palio D is the best bet. However, make sure the car is not in a condition where you end up spending 50k-1 lac immediately after buying it (esp in case of the Palio D). Get it reviewed from a comptent mechanic and demand the entire service history. I think you will get privately owned Indica DLS for this price. But I suspect nobody sells a diesel car before 50-70 k kms.
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2nd April 2009, 13:20	#11
Tejas@perioimpl Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bombay Posts: 4,423 Thanked: 9,581 Times View My Garage	I would stay away from used diesel cars. Rather buy a used OHC for 2odd lakhs and plonk in a LPG kit.
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2nd April 2009, 14:04	#13
DCEite Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: NCR Posts: 3,413 Thanked: 2,515 Times	A used WagonR / Santro with CNG/LPG kit. Tall people and fuel efficiency are not a problem. Last edited by DCEite : 2nd April 2009 at 14:08.
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2nd April 2009, 14:37	#15
speedzak BANNED Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: India Posts: 4,347 Thanked: 27 Times	Indica diesel is good. Try and get the Turbo or the Dicor if possible. They 're powerful, good to drive and will give you a smile on your face. Maintenance won't be expensive and being a Tata, it will be easier to repair anywhere in the country. Wagon R, Santro etc.. comes next. They're also easy on pocket and spacious enough to fit you in. Lots of CNG/LPG kits are available if you want to go that way. Stay away from Palios. You'll get them very dirt cheap for 1 lac etc.. for petrol 1.2 versions. But the neighbourhood mechanic will be smiling all the way to his bank every time he sees your car. Palio D will be available for something around your budget. But they'll be more big a trouble to maintain.
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