Pre-owned Optra / Pre-owned Accent CRDi / New Tata Indigo

ashthedivx · 15th February 2007, 16:09

Hey people!

Nice to have such a wonderful site onboard with lots of information. I had been a silent guest for long and but as i need to decide my next car... I thought why not take opinion of people around Team-BHP.[/COLOR]

Cars short listed -Pre-owned Optra / Pre-owned Accent CRDi / New Tata Indigo

Price range - 4-4.5 for pre-owned / 5.5-6 for New

Maintenance & After Sales Service (A.S.S.) expectations - Should be prompt and pocket friendly

Average distance traveled per day - Daily running not less than 60-70 Km

Where car will be mostly used (city / highway / rough roads etc) - Marjory in City limits i.e. Delhi. Occasionally outside Delhi tour with family

Chauffer driven / self driven - Depends sometime i too have to drive myself.

Whether the vehicle will be shared by other members of family - It will be entirely driven by me only.

Any specific requirements from car (ex. Better luggage space, responsive engine, rear seat comfort) - It should be cheap on running cost................... According to my calculations Optra (Further converted in CNG) will be cheapest option to drive. Also, as my major running will be in Delhi City only where CNG pumps are enormous, so no particular problem regarding refilling and waiting lines stuff. + a bit greedy and fascinated towards the comfort, status and luxury provided in Optra

However, if CNG optra ruled out (any how, which I actually don’t want by heart) I would like to opt for a 8-9 month old Accent CRDi which definitely delivers more value then it`s pre-owned price tag, which again I found cheaper to drive car. Lastly, I have the Tata Indigo (Non-Dicor) in my mind as it will be available on great discounts at financial year closing season i.e. March end.
How long you intend on keeping this car (and how important resale is to you) - At least for 3-4 Years.

I’ll be driving alone. Occasionally with family of 5, including me.

As I am more inclined towards CNG Optra, it would be really informative to know the Service cost of optra or something like AMC can be purchased from GM only to support and minimize any service cost.

Lastly, I am open to any suggestion regarding any other car in the price bracket available. Hope to hear from you Guys soon.

Ashish

sajo · 15th February 2007, 21:21

How about a new discounted Baleno? But you have to hurry up if you want one.

ashthedivx · 15th February 2007, 21:56

Personlly i do not like the front shape of Baleno --- the only reason.

Ashish

tsk1979 · 15th February 2007, 22:17

In your budget since you plan to afford the maintaince costs of a sub 6L car, you go for either the accent crdi or Indigo.
If you are 5 people the accent will be smallish, so indigo is your best option, and a DICOR will cost you less than 6L.

benbsb29 · 16th February 2007, 11:17

Somehow, i feel the Optra fits the bill here. CNG not being a problem in Delhi, it makes sense.

maxbhp · 16th February 2007, 13:02

How about a used corolla ?
1.Good mileage
2.Nice service
3.Comfortable interiors
4.Can be got for 5.5-6 lacs appr
5.Quite powerful

ashthedivx · 17th February 2007, 11:33

tsk >>>
I suppose price of a dicor is around 5.8 lakh ex-showroom delhi + local taxes it should not be less than 6.25 onroad.

max bhp >>>
its hard to find a well-maintained corolla in this price bracket i think.... but yes definetly a nice option to look into.

ben>>
apart from cng, it seem also seems viable as pre-owned optra holds a low-resale value, like 2004-05 can be easily found witin 4.25-4.75 bracket that too well-maintained.

ravibhat · 17th February 2007, 19:09

Used Accent CRDi or used Optra fits your bill I feel!

You can consider new Indigo as well, but I don't suggest DICOR engines including Accent in India because diesel available in India is ofvery bad quality too much of adulteration, so used diesel cars will show age very fast :(

In long run its Petrol which will make sense if you do proper math!

Ravi.

BUSA · 17th February 2007, 19:26

You can close your eyes and go for the Optra. Service costs are second cheapest in the segment next to only the Elantra. Dont worry about the service its cheap.

amu1983 · 17th February 2007, 19:40

>>i do not like the front shape of Baleno

I suggest you shed your feelings against the Baleno, and consider it seriously. It'll sure be a LOT cheaper to run and maintain than the Optra or the Accent. Japanese technology rules, man! The history has proven it.

Indigo? No, No.

ashthedivx · 19th February 2007, 11:02

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Used Accent CRDi or used Optra fits your bill I feel!

You can consider new Indigo as well, but I don't suggest DICOR engines including Accent in India because diesel available in India is ofvery bad quality too much of adulteration, so used diesel cars will show age very fast :(

In long run its Petrol which will make sense if you do proper math!

Ravi.

Ravi, in my case i have to mostly roam in delhi.... i was already using the Indica from last 2 yrs... was overall satisfied with the performance and pocket friendliness.

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You can close your eyes and go for the Optra. Service costs are second cheapest in the segment next to only the Elantra. Dont worry about the service its cheap.

Busa... u are suggesting it on the basis of avg. service cost... which is usually FOC in case of new cars due to spl. service packages offered by Company like one offered by GM i.e. 3yr / 40000km service holiday.... or the service cost apart from these spl. packages.

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I suggest you shed your feelings against the Baleno, and consider it seriously. It'll sure be a LOT cheaper to run and maintain than the Optra or the Accent. Japanese technology rules, man! The history has proven it.

Amu.. even i was fascinated pedaling baleno and maruti`s service backup but coudn`t make the space of it`s shape in my fascination.

Ashish

mobike008 · 19th February 2007, 12:53

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Originally Posted by ashthedivx

Price range - 4-4.5 for pre-owned / 5.5-6 for New

I would like to opt for a 8-9 month old Accent CRDi which definitely delivers more value then it`s pre-owned price tag, which again I found cheaper to drive car. Ashish

8-9 month old Accent CRDI wont come for 4.5 Lakhs, It would be more in the range of 6.00 Lakhs, A 4.5 Lakh Accent CRDI would be easily 3-4 years old.

Kool_Kid · 19th February 2007, 14:18

Dear Ashthedivx,

Have you considered Swift VDI ... it on road 5.4 in delhi and has got cute look and great engine. the only thing it does not have is a tail

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bayuin2004 · 22nd February 2007, 22:50

the swift vdi is a good choice and if u can wait then you can try out the getz diesel which is yet to be launched in the month of march and where as buying a second hand accent crdi i dont think you might be getting it for about 4.5-5 lacs range.the optra is a comfortable one with great interiors and all the stuff but when it comes to the ride its not that great in that range of cars

ashthedivx · 23rd February 2007, 11:21

bayuin>>>
getz is no where expected before may-june... however which car decision has to be finalised by march end anyhow

15th February 2007, 16:09	#1
ashthedivx Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 1,356 Thanked: 24 Times	Pre-owned Optra / Pre-owned Accent CRDi / New Tata Indigo Hey people! Nice to have such a wonderful site onboard with lots of information. I had been a silent guest for long and but as i need to decide my next car... I thought why not take opinion of people around Team-BHP.[/COLOR] Cars short listed -Pre-owned Optra / Pre-owned Accent CRDi / New Tata Indigo Price range - 4-4.5 for pre-owned / 5.5-6 for New Maintenance & After Sales Service (A.S.S.) expectations - Should be prompt and pocket friendly Average distance traveled per day - Daily running not less than 60-70 Km Where car will be mostly used (city / highway / rough roads etc) - Marjory in City limits i.e. Delhi. Occasionally outside Delhi tour with family Chauffer driven / self driven - Depends sometime i too have to drive myself. Whether the vehicle will be shared by other members of family - It will be entirely driven by me only. Any specific requirements from car (ex. Better luggage space, responsive engine, rear seat comfort) - It should be cheap on running cost................... According to my calculations Optra (Further converted in CNG) will be cheapest option to drive. Also, as my major running will be in Delhi City only where CNG pumps are enormous, so no particular problem regarding refilling and waiting lines stuff. + a bit greedy and fascinated towards the comfort, status and luxury provided in Optra However, if CNG optra ruled out (any how, which I actually don’t want by heart) I would like to opt for a 8-9 month old Accent CRDi which definitely delivers more value then it`s pre-owned price tag, which again I found cheaper to drive car. Lastly, I have the Tata Indigo (Non-Dicor) in my mind as it will be available on great discounts at financial year closing season i.e. March end. How long you intend on keeping this car (and how important resale is to you) - At least for 3-4 Years. I’ll be driving alone. Occasionally with family of 5, including me. As I am more inclined towards CNG Optra, it would be really informative to know the Service cost of optra or something like AMC can be purchased from GM only to support and minimize any service cost. Lastly, I am open to any suggestion regarding any other car in the price bracket available. Hope to hear from you Guys soon. Ashish
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15th February 2007, 21:21	#2
sajo Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pune Posts: 2,625 Thanked: 1,153 Times	How about a new discounted Baleno? But you have to hurry up if you want one.
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15th February 2007, 21:56	#3
ashthedivx Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 1,356 Thanked: 24 Times	Personlly i do not like the front shape of Baleno --- the only reason. Ashish
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15th February 2007, 22:17	#4
tsk1979 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 23,717 Thanked: 22,826 Times View My Garage	In your budget since you plan to afford the maintaince costs of a sub 6L car, you go for either the accent crdi or Indigo. If you are 5 people the accent will be smallish, so indigo is your best option, and a DICOR will cost you less than 6L.
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16th February 2007, 11:17	#5
benbsb29 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Brisbane Posts: 9,969 Thanked: 13,234 Times View My Garage	Somehow, i feel the Optra fits the bill here. CNG not being a problem in Delhi, it makes sense.
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16th February 2007, 13:02	#6
maxbhp Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: C C K Posts: 1,382 Thanked: 89 Times View My Garage	How about a used corolla ? 1.Good mileage 2.Nice service 3.Comfortable interiors 4.Can be got for 5.5-6 lacs appr 5.Quite powerful Last edited by maxbhp : 16th February 2007 at 13:20.
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17th February 2007, 11:33	#7
ashthedivx Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 1,356 Thanked: 24 Times	tsk >>> I suppose price of a dicor is around 5.8 lakh ex-showroom delhi + local taxes it should not be less than 6.25 onroad. max bhp >>> its hard to find a well-maintained corolla in this price bracket i think.... but yes definetly a nice option to look into. ben>> apart from cng, it seem also seems viable as pre-owned optra holds a low-resale value, like 2004-05 can be easily found witin 4.25-4.75 bracket that too well-maintained.
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17th February 2007, 19:09	#8
ravibhat Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,256 Thanked: 37 Times View My Garage	Used Accent CRDi or used Optra fits your bill I feel! You can consider new Indigo as well, but I don't suggest DICOR engines including Accent in India because diesel available in India is ofvery bad quality too much of adulteration, so used diesel cars will show age very fast :( In long run its Petrol which will make sense if you do proper math! Ravi.
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17th February 2007, 19:26	#9
BUSA Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bombay Posts: 5,130 Thanked: 20 Times View My Garage	You can close your eyes and go for the Optra. Service costs are second cheapest in the segment next to only the Elantra. Dont worry about the service its cheap.
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17th February 2007, 19:40	#10
amu1983 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Pune Posts: 144 Thanked: 0 Times	>>i do not like the front shape of Baleno I suggest you shed your feelings against the Baleno, and consider it seriously. It'll sure be a LOT cheaper to run and maintain than the Optra or the Accent. Japanese technology rules, man! The history has proven it. Indigo? No, No.
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19th February 2007, 14:18	#13
Kool_Kid BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Delhi Posts: 165 Thanked: 15 Times	Dear Ashthedivx, Have you considered Swift VDI ... it on road 5.4 in delhi and has got cute look and great engine. the only thing it does not have is a tail ..
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22nd February 2007, 22:50	#14
bayuin2004 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: hyderabad Posts: 30 Thanked: 0 Times	the swift vdi is a good choice and if u can wait then you can try out the getz diesel which is yet to be launched in the month of march and where as buying a second hand accent crdi i dont think you might be getting it for about 4.5-5 lacs range.the optra is a comfortable one with great interiors and all the stuff but when it comes to the ride its not that great in that range of cars
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23rd February 2007, 11:21	#15
ashthedivx Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 1,356 Thanked: 24 Times	bayuin>>> getz is no where expected before may-june... however which car decision has to be finalised by march end anyhow
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