Entry level sedan with some snob value

SX4LOVER · 15th December 2009, 19:43

hi mohan, in my opinion you should tell your brother to test drive the high end Dzire, the linea (whichever is in budget) and the Manza. the manza is a refined car (at least compared to earlier TATAs) and the tata mototrs really seem to have learnt a lesson or two from history.

Dont take a decision without TD-ing the vehicles at least twice after a gap of at least two-three, jumping between vehicles to get the real feel.

all the best for the buy

McLaren Rulez · 15th December 2009, 20:25

Actually, wait for the Polo. Big hatches do have snob value and if he's open to the idea, that probably will be a good option. If he doesn't want a hatch, then a used sedan I guess.

SX4LOVER · 15th December 2009, 21:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by McLaren Rulez

Actually, wait for the Polo. Big hatches do have snob value and if he's open to the idea, that probably will be a good option. If he doesn't want a hatch, then a used sedan I guess.

i do agree with you mclaren, but wont VW parts be pricey, car costlier to run and maintain and its still unproven on indian roads? your views please!

Sanjay1707 · 18th December 2009, 00:12

I would say search for a used Corolla. 3-4 years old top end corolla can be your for 7 lacs. Very reliable and lots of snob value.

infallible79 · 19th January 2010, 10:40

Looking at your requirements by suggestion would be:

1. Linea base version
2. Fiesta base version (if he can stretch till 6.8L then ZXi with ABS, ICE is also available)

Now since he has a parking space constraint, Fiesta will be a better choice, as Linea is definitely bigger than Fiesta.

HammerHead · 19th January 2010, 13:49

Hi Mohandas,
Any update? I hope he is not waiting for Toyota Etios sedan

mohandas · 19th January 2010, 14:14

We decided to go ahead with a black Manza Aqua Qudrajet 90. The car was delivered on Thursday. No freebies but some consolation prizes such as mud flaps, mats and steering cover etc.
I am planning to write a in-detail report on initial ownership experiences. So..
Stay tuned

HammerHead · 19th January 2010, 15:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by mohandas

We decided to go ahead with a black Manza Aqua Qudrajet 90. The car was delivered on Thursday. No freebies but some consolation prizes such as mud flaps, mats and steering cover etc.
I am planning to write a in-detail report on initial ownership experiences. So..
Stay tuned

Congrats!! Black Manza woww!!
So you were able to convince your bro against 3 out of 4 points mentioned in the initial post.

Quote:

1. Proven hassel-free ownership for the next 5-7 yrs (atleast).
2. sound build quality
3. Has atleast some snob value
4. Has to be an international model - not a model

paharino1 · 19th January 2010, 21:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by mohandas

We decided to go ahead with a black Manza Aqua Qudrajet 90. The car was delivered on Thursday. No freebies but some consolation prizes such as mud flaps, mats and steering cover etc.
I am planning to write a in-detail report on initial ownership experiences. So..
Stay tuned

Great choice i must say

Too bad not a variety of options are avl for sedans in the 6.5 l bracket

I bought a Siena 100 hp 6 yrs back for 5.10lacs - am yet to see such a VFM sedan with such power in this price range...
I am looking for a upgrade this year ( max 7 lacs)....not too happy with the current choices..

Ford Fiesta Petrol..maybe...but a Ford....sigh !

sachinj12 · 19th January 2010, 23:25

Well, someone who didn't want to touch a TATA with a 100 ft pole has actually bought it

. On a serious note, the car looks huge in flesh, pics do no justice to it.

15th December 2009, 19:43	#31
SX4LOVER BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Highway Posts: 304 Thanked: 173 Times	hi mohan, in my opinion you should tell your brother to test drive the high end Dzire, the linea (whichever is in budget) and the Manza. the manza is a refined car (at least compared to earlier TATAs) and the tata mototrs really seem to have learnt a lesson or two from history. Dont take a decision without TD-ing the vehicles at least twice after a gap of at least two-three, jumping between vehicles to get the real feel. all the best for the buy
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15th December 2009, 20:25	#32
McLaren Rulez Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mysore Posts: 3,390 Thanked: 5,107 Times	Actually, wait for the Polo. Big hatches do have snob value and if he's open to the idea, that probably will be a good option. If he doesn't want a hatch, then a used sedan I guess.
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18th December 2009, 00:12	#34
Sanjay1707 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 35 Thanked: 2 Times	I would say search for a used Corolla. 3-4 years old top end corolla can be your for 7 lacs. Very reliable and lots of snob value.
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19th January 2010, 10:40	#35
infallible79 BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pune Posts: 49 Thanked: 0 Times	Looking at your requirements by suggestion would be: 1. Linea base version 2. Fiesta base version (if he can stretch till 6.8L then ZXi with ABS, ICE is also available) Now since he has a parking space constraint, Fiesta will be a better choice, as Linea is definitely bigger than Fiesta.
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19th January 2010, 13:49	#36
HammerHead Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Goan in Pune Posts: 1,247 Thanked: 641 Times View My Garage	Hi Mohandas, Any update? I hope he is not waiting for Toyota Etios sedan
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19th January 2010, 14:14	#37
mohandas BHPian Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 266 Thanked: 27 Times	Long due update We decided to go ahead with a black Manza Aqua Qudrajet 90. The car was delivered on Thursday. No freebies but some consolation prizes such as mud flaps, mats and steering cover etc. I am planning to write a in-detail report on initial ownership experiences. So.. Stay tuned
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19th January 2010, 23:25	#40
sachinj12 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,187 Thanked: 168 Times	Well, someone who didn't want to touch a TATA with a 100 ft pole has actually bought it. On a serious note, the car looks huge in flesh, pics do no justice to it.
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