Gift to my dad - please suggest a car within 8-12 lacs

BillGates · 6th November 2007, 23:48

Thank you guys for providing me with more insights. I will be in Delhi in 2 weeks and hopefully will test drive along with my old man - had narrowed down to Civic, Corolla and Cedia! I am also thinking of a nice hatch in the premium segment as possible alternative, but don't think there is one.

AnniHilat0R · 7th November 2007, 02:03

Well from my point of view, you stated that you are willing to buy the car in 2-3 months time. I guess you should wait till Jan 08.After the Auto Expo, loads of new variants hitting India will be clear. The new Corolla or the New City(which might be out till May actually) might be possible options.

lamborghini · 7th November 2007, 04:38

Well,
The only premium hatchback is the Optra SR-V.
It looks great in the Options Pack trim and has the other upsides of the Optra but is let down by its not so enthusiastic engine and gearbox.

rohan_fonseca · 7th November 2007, 15:41

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Originally Posted by lamborghini

Well,
The only premium hatchback is the Optra SR-V.
It looks great in the Options Pack trim and has the other upsides of the Optra but is let down by its not so enthusiastic engine and gearbox.

How about the diesel Getz? Price is almost premium

tsk1979 · 7th November 2007, 16:29

You want a car which has good legroom in rear, a comfortable rear seat and also easy to drive.
Octavia is not a nice car for rear passengers if your father is above 5'9" in height.
The SX4 is the best compromise, followed by the NHC VTEC with ABS.
Even the corolla is very comfortable.
I like the Civic, but rear seat is not something to boast about. As for the Optra, the rear legroom was not that great and seating was low as compared to the NHC and SX4.
These two are the best bet. Comfortable to drive. and good back seat with no hassles.

mathewpn · 7th November 2007, 17:48

Being the primary use is for your Parents, I would suggest you to go in for Innova. First of all it will be easy for them to get into the car and to get out. AC is pretty good. Comfort level and Safety is excellent. Returns good mileage also.

Mathew.

ashams_s · 7th November 2007, 22:50

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Originally Posted by IronWolf

Lots of Corolla votes I see. 12Lacs means that the Civic is within grasps right?

Nothing on Indian roads for that price says 'I have arrived' like a 2007 Honda Civic!!!

I too was surprised to see such a response..I was thinking may coz tis for the elderly..I have always seen folks crib on this forum when it comes to corolla..outdated, plain, suspension hassless blah blah..if you ask me..its a no nonsense automobile..absolutely no hassles and performance can appeal to young folks as well(like me

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lamborghini · 8th November 2007, 04:59

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Originally Posted by ashams_s

I too was surprised to see such a response..I was thinking may coz tis for the elderly..I have always seen folks crib on this forum when it comes to corolla..outdated, plain, suspension hassless blah blah..if you ask me..its a no nonsense automobile..absolutely no hassles and performance can appeal to young folks as well(like me

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Simple - Older people prefer the Corolla as it is more comfortable, easy to drive, bigger and has a more elegant look.
Younger people prefer Civic because it is more sportier looking, and drives better.

BillGates · 12th December 2007, 23:47

Hey guys, finally bought corolla (h2 varaint) for my dad. He just loves it. I was not there too long to get to know the car. But the initial impression, is that, it is the car, I was looking out for. Anyways, thank you guys for helping me out with the final decision!

CBlazer · 13th December 2007, 10:07

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Originally Posted by BillGates

Hey guys, finally bought corolla (h2 varaint) for my dad. He just loves it. I was not there too long to get to know the car. But the initial impression, is that, it is the car, I was looking out for. Anyways, thank you guys for helping me out with the final decision!

This must have exceeded your initial budget by over a lakh. How much did it cost you?

sidd_city · 13th December 2007, 13:17

Congrats bro you made the right choice.

speed_devil · 13th December 2007, 14:33

Nice choice bill, the corolla is really a classy car. The look and the interiors would definitely suit a elderly person.
Its got a good engine too and can be really quick, your dad will really love it.

CrAzY dRiVeR · 13th December 2007, 15:16

Congrats on the purchase!

RajaTaurus · 13th December 2007, 15:18

Congratulations to you dad. I wish him safe and comfortable rides to come...

hondadude · 13th December 2007, 16:26

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Originally Posted by BillGates

Hey guys, finally bought corolla (h2 varaint) for my dad. He just loves it. I was not there too long to get to know the car. But the initial impression, is that, it is the car, I was looking out for. Anyways, thank you guys for helping me out with the final decision!

Good choice indeed. Congrats for your purchase.

I have a question. Did you actually testdrive CCC (Cedia, Corolla and Civic) yourself? If so, please post your impressions and the reason you chose Corolla.

6th November 2007, 23:48	#61
BillGates Newbie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Stockholm Posts: 12 Thanked: 0 Times	Thank you guys for providing me with more insights. I will be in Delhi in 2 weeks and hopefully will test drive along with my old man - had narrowed down to Civic, Corolla and Cedia! I am also thinking of a nice hatch in the premium segment as possible alternative, but don't think there is one.
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7th November 2007, 02:03	#62
AnniHilat0R BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Navi Mumbai Posts: 287 Thanked: 60 Times	Well from my point of view, you stated that you are willing to buy the car in 2-3 months time. I guess you should wait till Jan 08.After the Auto Expo, loads of new variants hitting India will be clear. The new Corolla or the New City(which might be out till May actually) might be possible options.
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7th November 2007, 04:38	#63
lamborghini Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 6,114 Thanked: 5,763 Times View My Garage	Well, The only premium hatchback is the Optra SR-V. It looks great in the Options Pack trim and has the other upsides of the Optra but is let down by its not so enthusiastic engine and gearbox.
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7th November 2007, 16:29	#65
tsk1979 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 23,717 Thanked: 22,825 Times View My Garage	You want a car which has good legroom in rear, a comfortable rear seat and also easy to drive. Octavia is not a nice car for rear passengers if your father is above 5'9" in height. The SX4 is the best compromise, followed by the NHC VTEC with ABS. Even the corolla is very comfortable. I like the Civic, but rear seat is not something to boast about. As for the Optra, the rear legroom was not that great and seating was low as compared to the NHC and SX4. These two are the best bet. Comfortable to drive. and good back seat with no hassles.
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7th November 2007, 17:48	#66
mathewpn BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 43 Thanked: 4 Times View My Garage	Being the primary use is for your Parents, I would suggest you to go in for Innova. First of all it will be easy for them to get into the car and to get out. AC is pretty good. Comfort level and Safety is excellent. Returns good mileage also. Mathew.
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12th December 2007, 23:47	#69
BillGates Newbie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Stockholm Posts: 12 Thanked: 0 Times	Hey guys, finally bought corolla (h2 varaint) for my dad. He just loves it. I was not there too long to get to know the car. But the initial impression, is that, it is the car, I was looking out for. Anyways, thank you guys for helping me out with the final decision!
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13th December 2007, 13:17	#71
sidd_city BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Goa-London Posts: 138 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	Congrats bro you made the right choice.
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13th December 2007, 14:33	#72
speed_devil BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: mangalore\hyderabad Posts: 91 Thanked: 0 Times	Nice choice bill, the corolla is really a classy car. The look and the interiors would definitely suit a elderly person. Its got a good engine too and can be really quick, your dad will really love it.
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13th December 2007, 15:16	#73
CrAzY dRiVeR Team-BHP Support Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bangalore / TVM Posts: 17,181 Thanked: 73,508 Times View My Garage	Congrats on the purchase!
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13th December 2007, 15:18	#74
RajaTaurus Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Tenkasi, TN Posts: 1,119 Thanked: 473 Times View My Garage	Congratulations to you dad. I wish him safe and comfortable rides to come...
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