Mahindra at the Auto Expo 2010

IronWolf · 8th January 2010, 15:18

53bhp bike? Mahindra?

Not sure what is the reason for the bunny tooth. Is it something to do with the M logo? Doesn't matter.

With next round of cosmetic changes I am sure the chrome bunny tooth would go missing.

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Originally Posted by Torqy

This bus doesn't need a communal riot to get burnt.

I concur !

Also - the detailed and interesting Thar Discussion is here

agspins · 8th January 2010, 15:26

BTW No pics of best seller of Mahindra's(Bolero), wasn't it displayed ?

dodge_v1per · 8th January 2010, 15:30

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Originally Posted by agspins

BTW No pics of best seller of Mahindra's(Bolero), wasn't it displayed ?

there was only 1 modified bolero there i think.

BaCkSeAtDrIVeR · 8th January 2010, 15:42

Is the Thar result of this:-

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/4x4-ve...mm540-4wd.html ?

If anybody is passing NH 17 in Kerala, between Thalassery and Vatakara, please park your vehicle for some time near a bus stop and take pics of some ordinary (not fast / limited stop buses). There are plenty of buses which have put the scorpio grill to good (at least, better ) use than the plain stupid one on that bus.

Parm · 8th January 2010, 16:44

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Originally Posted by BaCkSeAtDrIVeR

Is the Thar result of this:-

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/4x4-vehicles/50039-mm540-4wd-wish-list-what-you-really-want-your-mm540-4wd.html ?

you can say yes that M&M is taking feedback from TBhp forum members because lot of us are potential buyers!

this is the first time a vehicle will be driven by the demand of its end user through internet!

but well supported by mr. behram in bringing the thar to life on indian roads, rather offroads!

Finject · 8th January 2010, 16:45

Mahindra launches Scorpio Coffee Table Book at the Auto Expo. Scorpio's first customer, Ajay Devgan was also present. According the Mahindra's press release, the book will be available at all leading book stores and at Mahindra dealerships across the country

Finject · 8th January 2010, 16:52

Concept scooter specifications - 2 STROKE and 124 cc engine; Weight - around 72 kg.

Concept bike specifications - Electric and kick start mechanism; 124.6 cc engine capacity.

Cyrus43 · 8th January 2010, 17:11

You are quite right actually. A First of its kind for India!!

BaCkSeAtDrIVeR · 8th January 2010, 17:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by Parm

you can say yes that M&M is taking feedback from TBhp forum members because lot of us are potential buyers!

this is the first time a vehicle will be driven by the demand of its end user through internet!

but well supported by mr. behram in bringing the thar to life on indian roads, rather offroads!

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Originally Posted by Cyrus43

You are quite right actually. A First of its kind for India!!

In which, please allow me to congratulate M&M on (1) employing somebody sensible to listen to the users (2) listening to that guy (3) actually coming out with a product based on user feedback / demand.

Most of the "customer feedback" I have noticed, only goes into "correcting" customer perceptions on a product / image / company. Like for example, when people say that product X is unreliable, the company comes out with an ad campaign, saying that the product is reliable, rather than fix the issues.

Thank you, M&M.

raj_5004 · 9th January 2010, 00:55

i hope this link has not been shared-
Mahindra @ AutoExpo 2010

it covers everything from the gio to the scorpio to the new maxximo.

the maxximo IMO is a good looking pick up without the awkward face of the xylo & gio.

here is the website link-
Mahindra Maxximo | Powered by 1st 2 cylinder C2 CRDe engine

interesting features i noticed-
1) 2 cylinder CRDe engine
2) nice dashboard
3) drive by wire accelerator!!!
4) DOHC tech
5) independent front suspension with Mcpherson struts, no outdated leaf springs!
6) dead pedal, even my scorpio doesnt have one!
7) car like handbrake
8) stylish instrument console
9) its crash tested too! video in website.

price not revealed but i expect it to be in the range of 3-3.5 lakhs, as its quite hi-tech compared to its competitors..

cadaver_prad · 9th January 2010, 01:37

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Originally Posted by Torqy

This bus doesn't need a communal riot to get burnt.

i agree.. they have to learn a thing or two from TATA on this. their Starbus looks so better.

prasadee · 9th January 2010, 03:07

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Originally Posted by raj_5004

here is the website link- Mahindra Maxximo | Powered by 1st 2 cylinder C2 CRDe engine

The website looks fine and has goodies

- wallpaper! Seriously, who on planet earth would have a Mahindra Maxximo as their wallpaper? I doubt even the Mahindra Maxximo salesman would do that.
-Prasadee

GTO · 9th January 2010, 15:09

I have one question : What the heck is a Scorpio Coffee Table book? And why / who would want to read it?

I mean, the Scorpio isn't exactly an F40 or RR Phantom!

beejay · 9th January 2010, 15:12

+1 to that GTO. This is what happens when you try to copy an international player only in terms of strategy rather than fine tuning their products.

SS-Traveller · 9th January 2010, 15:30

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Originally Posted by Finject

Found these pics of the Mahindra Scorpio Special Edition and it does look stunning

The differences between the regular VLX and the Special Edition are:

Chromed alloy wheels instead of matt alloys (same size and type)
Pearl white paint (a la Corolla)
Roof-mounted DVD player
Shiny wood finish central console instead of matt wood finish
Leather seats in beige

Here are a few more shots of the LHD Scorpio Pik-up cutaway and the mHawk engine cutaway on display there.

8th January 2010, 15:26	#62
agspins Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MH-31 Posts: 1,652 Thanked: 508 Times View My Garage	BTW No pics of best seller of Mahindra's(Bolero), wasn't it displayed ?
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8th January 2010, 15:42	#64
BaCkSeAtDrIVeR BANNED Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kochi Posts: 2,522 Thanked: 752 Times	Is the Thar result of this:- http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/4x4-ve...mm540-4wd.html ? If anybody is passing NH 17 in Kerala, between Thalassery and Vatakara, please park your vehicle for some time near a bus stop and take pics of some ordinary (not fast / limited stop buses). There are plenty of buses which have put the scorpio grill to good (at least, better ) use than the plain stupid one on that bus.
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8th January 2010, 16:45	#66
Finject BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 99 Thanked: Once	Mahindra launches Scorpio Coffee Table Book at the Auto Expo. Scorpio's first customer, Ajay Devgan was also present. According the Mahindra's press release, the book will be available at all leading book stores and at Mahindra dealerships across the country Attached Thumbnails
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8th January 2010, 16:52	#67
Finject BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 99 Thanked: Once	Concept scooter specifications - 2 STROKE and 124 cc engine; Weight - around 72 kg. Concept bike specifications - Electric and kick start mechanism; 124.6 cc engine capacity. Attached Thumbnails
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8th January 2010, 17:11	#68
Cyrus43 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 5,019 Thanked: 221 Times View My Garage	You are quite right actually. A First of its kind for India!!
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9th January 2010, 00:55	#70
raj_5004 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dubai/Mumbai Posts: 5,238 Thanked: 3,139 Times	i hope this link has not been shared- Mahindra @ AutoExpo 2010 it covers everything from the gio to the scorpio to the new maxximo. the maxximo IMO is a good looking pick up without the awkward face of the xylo & gio. here is the website link- Mahindra Maxximo \| Powered by 1st 2 cylinder C2 CRDe engine interesting features i noticed- 1) 2 cylinder CRDe engine 2) nice dashboard 3) drive by wire accelerator!!! 4) DOHC tech 5) independent front suspension with Mcpherson struts, no outdated leaf springs! 6) dead pedal, even my scorpio doesnt have one! 7) car like handbrake 8) stylish instrument console 9) its crash tested too! video in website. price not revealed but i expect it to be in the range of 3-3.5 lakhs, as its quite hi-tech compared to its competitors..
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9th January 2010, 15:09	#73
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 70,529 Thanked: 300,724 Times View My Garage	I have one question : What the heck is a Scorpio Coffee Table book? And why / who would want to read it? I mean, the Scorpio isn't exactly an F40 or RR Phantom!
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9th January 2010, 15:12	#74
beejay Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: The Nilgiris Posts: 1,963 Thanked: 204 Times View My Garage	+1 to that GTO. This is what happens when you try to copy an international player only in terms of strategy rather than fine tuning their products.
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