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Originally Posted by Turbanator There are some ownership threads about VRS & Official review, hope you have gone through http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/test-d...00-kms-up.html http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/offici...al-review.html
You have not mentioned reasons for cancellation for Skoda, unless it's because of snob value, do consider your decision again as I find it most value per Bhp fun car which is what you are looking at.
Of the three cars you have mentioned, 5 series will stay fresh for longest and is loaded well with new gizmos. But if you are looking at outright performance, C43 AMG or it's cheaper cousin, AMG CLA 45 is also worth checking. Do post more about your priorities and budget. |
Looking to buy a car purely for driving pleasure.
Decided against the 5 series, despite the tech and gizmos(which i wish were in the 330i), because in the end the 5 series is meant to be a chauffeur driven car, with more emphasis on back seat luxury.
But, I will be driving the car, so I don't see the need for this.
Initially I was happy with the octavia vrs, even though I don't particularly like FWD.
But this has been simmering in the back of my mind ever since I dropped 50k on the booking, and in the end figured I don't exactly buy a car often, so let me just pick up something really good. I mean I have never spent on an expensive/brand name car, and I am not getting any younger!
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Originally Posted by Rajeevraj Maybe an irrelevant question and there may be other considerations you have, but you have mentioned you don't travel much and the car is going to be used in the city.
Assuming the city being talked about is Bangalore(from your profile), I cannot think of a commute anywhere in the city where you be able to appreciate the performance and handling of the cars being talked about. So is it not a bit of an overkill? Of course, if you do plan to go on long drives, then it is a different matter.
If it is purely for the brand value, I think you can extend your choices to other models also. |
True, my daily commute isn't much, but I would like to take this on long drives every so often, even if not everyday.
It is not for the brand value that I am looking to buy a german, but you must admit, a BMW or Merc built is definitely better than a Skoda.
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Originally Posted by Santoshbhat Its a nice position to be in .
You haven't mentioned about other needs. VRS, 330i, C43 and 530i - all good cars but each of these cars falls in different segments. Performance-wise the 530i will be the slowest, but its also the most luxurious and comfortable and newest of the lot. There's not much to separate the VRS and the 330i performance wise, but price-wise there is quite a difference. The C43 is the most expensive and will be the most expensive to maintain and quickest to depreciate. I don't know how kindly it will take to regular 91 octane petrol and Bangalore's slow crawling traffic. Quite frankly the C43 is overkill if you are looking to use it for your daily commute in Bangalore. This also applies to the other cars, but they are mainstream cars unlike the C43.
If you are not after badge/snob value, the VRS is the car to buy. Since you mention you want to take your first step into luxury brands, pick the one that your heart wants. C43 and beyond is best saved for later purchases once you've experienced and tasted luxury brand ownership. |
Decided against the 530i, as it doesn't suit my purpose.
Why would the C43 depreciate the most?
Thanks for the advise, will ponder over this further
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Originally Posted by lamborghini Honestly, in terms of performance etc., a stock vRS will keep you very happy owing to it's more practical nature as compared to the 330i & 530i.
However, keep in mind though that even the vRS is a product that should be replaced soon as it's been in the market for a while!
Between the 5 & the 3: the 3 series is more chuckable in the city, though the 5 is newer and definitely a segment above.
However, given your requirements the new Jaguar XF may be worth a look given many reports claim it to be the better driving machine compared to the G30 5 series.
If money isn't an issue, the C43 seems like a good bet! It looks the part, and is a lot quicker than the other cars in your shortlist.
If I were you, I'd pick between these two; and also check with the Audi dealership if they have any deals on the S6 / S5. |
I'm not sure if the XF's drive/handling/experince is comparable with the 330i, but I haven't driven the XF
Don't want to pick up a discontinued s5/s6 even if they have a good deal on it, thanks nontheless.
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Originally Posted by jkdas Why not the Volvo or Jag? Been waiting to ask this to some. Wont XE Portfolio be a goo choice too? ( Yup these are not Germans but something one would look at ?). |
Bro, I don't know much about volvo(I can still only think of buses when I hear the name, lol!), but I will look into it before taking a decision
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Originally Posted by GTO Nice position to be in, indeed!
I don't know how updated your profile is, but it says your current garage has a Hyundai Accent, Honda Brio, Chevrolet Cruze & Nissan Micra.
If that's the case, just go ahead with the Octavia vRS. It is a serious upgrade over anything you currently have, and a beautifully sorted performance machine.
From the options that you've listed, it's clear that budget isn't a problem (the C43 AMG starts at 80 lakhs). If that's the case:
Porsche Cayman or C43 AMG (I'd prefer the Cayman for its poise & balance). Take the Cayman for a spin. You'll find that it's more fun than a Ferrari in Indian conditions.
Other options you can consider are the Audi S5 & Ford Mustang (if American muscle is your thing).
If you need some practicality with performance, also check out the 530d M-Sport. One test-drive in it and you'll forget the 530i. |
Wow! The list really is old, I'm only holding on to the Cruze from that list. Infact that is the car I intend to replace now.
Wouldn't buy a Porsche for daily use, but I know how tempting that is
Mustang, I felt is a bit overrated, and I'm seriously not getting enough for what it costs on road!
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Originally Posted by VSD As per your above mentioned requirements it seems you want a fun and peppy car for everyday use. I'd suggest you look at the 530d. That car has lots of power for everyday use while being equally comfortable and efficient. It's packed with luxury with that awesome feeling Nappa Leather, next level tech inside out, specially the car parking tricks it's got with the new digital display key.
If you were keen on looking into the c43 amg budget there are few other options from the Mercedes stable, I'll list them below- - CLA45 AMG - This car is total monster when it comes to having most amount of fun while still keeping everything under your control at all times. This can be good or bad compared to how you want to take it.
- GLC43 AMG - Now this option is best of both worlds, gives you a powerful engine, nice sounding exhaust, higher ground clearance, brilliant road presence with those smashing looks (IMO) for all the snob value you'd need.
- C43 AMG - This car while giving you same amount of power as the other two is somehow not as chuckable as the cla45 and doesn't offer the practicality of the glc43. So, this would be my pick only if I want a sedan and the extra few mm of space inside over the cla.
- C300 Cabriolet - Well this option is mainly for snob value, It's a convertible as well as being a coupe, it grabs attention everywhere and this may be good option for nice long drives to the hills.
Polestar is a very good option too, it sounds nice and looks striking if you get the special blue colour. There might be few cars left with dealers and you can also negotiate a good deal on the car. It'll also save you good chunk of money over the AMG options.
I cannot advise on the VRS as I haven't driven it, so no idea how it drives, though it does look great deal at that price.
My pick from all these would be the 530d, it's just come out in the market, has almost every feature possible and will always keep you & your right foot happy for many miles to come.
VSD |
Thanks for the reply man, but I have dropped 5 series from the list, moroever I dont want to invest on a diesel anymore
But I will read up about the CLA45 AMG and enquire about it when I visit the showroom tomorrow