re: Tata Merlin - Safari replacement? *UPDATE* Uncovered Pic on pg34 & pg41 Quote:
Originally Posted by Fortuner71 Fantastic set of pics finally . This looks huge and definitely 17 inch wheels . Guess the launch might be round the corner maybe Diwali , hopefully . The dual exhausts look awesome . |
My pleasure Fortuner71. It was a shear luck I spotted it and was able to follow. Yes, the dual exhausts give a great appeal. Quote:
Originally Posted by Leinad @Maverick79 : Really good pictures indeed
Couple of things that hits straight based on the images
- The hinge towards the right side in the back/rear , confirms it side opening mechanism(and not a top up hydraulic system). Correct me if otherwise.
- The extra protruding plastic(next to third closed glass in the rear) is still puzzling me. Is it a visor like styling? |
Thank you. Managed the whole sooting with a BB 2MP mobile. It's now gone for repair as the display is only blank no matter what you do.
If found again, I would definately explore this extra protruding plastic. Quote:
Originally Posted by kaviprem ^^ Wheels definitely look bigger, possibly 17", but it also looks like more metal and less rubber if this is going to be a factory fitted set.
Overall, looks good and spare wheel at the rear door is not missed much.
Thanks for very nice set of pics.
Prem. |
Welcome Prem. Yeah, they seem to be 17 inchers for me too. This being a test vehicle, every thing now is factory fitted. Quote:
Originally Posted by gshanky Great work!!
I am glad to see that the heavy cladding is missing (I hope it is not hidden in camo). Were you able to also see the front fascia? |
Thank you. I tried desparetly, to capture the camoflagued front but couldn't as he was just trying to escape from me and my mobile. Quote:
Originally Posted by Irish It seems you missed your way to office and started the photoshoot instead? And what was the excuse in front of the boss? share.
Anyways, wonderful photographs. Waiting for this to be released in all over India as soon as possible.
Cheers!
Irish |
Luckily, I swiped just in time. Generally I reach 7 to 10 mins early. Also, the chasing was on my route it self. The detour to overtake it ,was only a Km off the chase. Quote:
Originally Posted by Dry Ice These pics solve the mystery of the tail gate - which was a topic of debate for the last few pages. 2 hinges clearly visible on the right side, so it will open just like the current one's - sideways.
I think its just the camo that 'seems' to be hiding the cladding. |
Yes. The tail gate is opened sideways. Don't know what would be productionised anyways. Quote:
Originally Posted by MAS @ maverick79 - Excellent pics
The Merlin looks good and massive. IMO without the wheel on the rear door, the Merlin actually looks neat (not bulky). The dual exhaust looks neat and sporty. The plastic protrusion over the third glass beats me too.
Looks like you were literally shadowing the Merlin. |
Oh man! It was a tough fight. That guy just didn't give me chance to overtake him completely to take a front shoot. Think he anticipated my curiosity about the front look. Quote:
Originally Posted by condor If there is no change in the door mounting/hinge points, then TML could have easily fitted in a door from the old Safari & made it better camouflaged. .. remove the spare wheel to mimic the new door. |
Don't know the intentions of TML. Quote:
Originally Posted by rajchetan Lovely set of pic friend.. Thanks.. Seems you were able to take lot more pics, Did you get to see the front? If yes please share the pics, or let us know ur observations.
Thanks Again...
1) That was already clear, that its a side hinged door. now its totally clear.
2) That's very confusing i must admit... The curiosity continuous.
They would want to test the new door settings and the working, to ensure the age old problem with the rare door sound's is solved completely. Hence test the actual parts as much as possible.
Now a question to all.
Q) The safari has been in the market and been tested for more than a decade. And has gone through a lot of changes and refreshes.
Now Dose it actually require so much of Practical testing?
What's Cooking TATA? |
Let TATA speak on this. Quote:
Originally Posted by the VTEC guy from the first picture get to see some part of the passenger side dashboard.Looks to be finished in black/dark grey. Also a square patch shows passenger side Airbag. |
Seems so. Quote:
Originally Posted by gshanky Though Safari has been around for a long time, it always had one or other problem or niggles. I would really appreciate if TML wants to do a complete makeover so that Merlin can sell well until they bring the successor to Safari in 2-3 years timeframe.
imo here are the challenges for Merlin
1) Give real competition to Scorpio in overall sales
2) A good looking/refined Merlin will also put pressure on Innova. This way TML will have competition on both sides of Innova. Seems like a good strategy to me
3) Integrate ARIA version of Engine and drivetrain
4) Some modification to chassis / suspension to reduce body roll
5) Revamp the dash to make Merlin look contemporary
6) anything else?
Overall I am glad TML is trying to keep it honest and is telling everyone that this is just a refresh. However it seems like they are trying to do a complete makeover and more testing the better. Hopefully we'll have merlin for diwali. Can't wait for the test drive when I'll be home. |
Wish TATA good luck. Quote:
Originally Posted by .anshuman |
Nice Scoop .anshuman.
You showed the back fo Merlin, open to all, answering all the queries regarding its rear.
By the way, where is this location, you spotted it? |