[Guna]

My friend has a Tuscon which has done 3.5 lakh kilometers. He says that the car has not been though any major overhauling expect for changing clutch and shocks. 1 lakh kilometers is nothing if the car is in good condition and maintained as per schedule.

[self_driven]

Originally Posted by gemithomas

1) Should I look for a replacement just because the lodgy has crossed 1 lakh km AND it is out of warranty AND it has been out of production? Or should i decide to hold on to it for a couple more years.

No. 1 lakh kms is nothing for a modern engine that has been driven carefully and serviced timely. In my opinion, 2 lakh kms mark is where people should contemplate selling their car based on age factor alone.

Components such as suspension, brakes, belts, clutch and tyres can be easily replaced. These replaceable parts are fairly reliable and serve well for next 30-40k kms at least.

One also needs to look at the past reliability record of the car. If it has been trouble-free for 1 lakh kms, chances are that it would remain so for the next 1 lakh kms as well.

Net net, sell the car if you want a change now (say for better safety, more features or more power) and not purely based on the fact that it has done 1 lakh kms. Have a look at this thread and you might change your decision - https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/india...-odometer.html (Highest reading on the odometer!)

2) If at all it is logical to sell because it has crossed 1 lakh km AND is out of warranty AND is out of production... What do you guys think is the best bet now?

Tata Hexa and Innova Crysta will be apt replacements apart from the Marazzo (which you didn't like)

[cs_rajesh]

Originally Posted by gemithomas

1. My Renault Lodgy 110PS has completed 1,00,000km and is just out of warranty.

Do you expect any major repairs, such as changes to suspension components, struts, wheel bearings etc? You may show to a trusted FNG and get a quick check done.
Do you feel the clutch heavy?
Do you feel you might have to spend heavily on subsequent paid services (the service manual may specify what components need change at around what kms run).
Do you feel the need to change the tires now?

IMHO, If you do not foresee much expenses for the next 30000 km at the least, then you can postpone the search or decision to go for new car.

[Storm2.0]

Hello friends, I have a 2008 Honda City Zx and it needs suspension overhauling, change of rubber parts and re painting on lot of panels. Since our cars are not used much and future is uncertain as I may move out of Bangalore it doesn't make sense to us to buy a new car now.
Can you guys suggest a good and reliable garage in and around HRBR layout, Banaswadi or Kalya Nagar Bangalore who is competent to carry out all these repairs at a reasonable cost.

[THE_DRIFTER]

My Manza's engine seized at around 80k kilometers and I decided to give it a new lease of life so I went for an engine overhaul and am enjoying every moment spent in this car till now.
If you have your heart set on a car don't let it go and spend on it if budget permits, else sell it. This is why I was able to drive an Alto LX (without power steering or power windows) for a long 2,08,000 kilometers.

[Tgo]

Originally Posted by gemithomas

1) Should I look for a replacement just because the lodgy has crossed 1 lakh km AND it is out of warranty AND it has been out of production? Or should i decide to hold on to it for a couple more years.


2) .. What do you guys think is the best bet now?

Part 2 is simple:

Ertiga / XL6 is the best bet.

Part 1 becomes simple:

Do the options above appeal to you? Practicality-wise they might, however you won't get the 110 PS like performance on the highway.

What you can do is: get a pre-owned second car to break the monotony, as I guess that's what you are most suffering from.

[gemithomas]

Thank you all for the quick and helpful responses.

The Lodgy is just over 4 years old now. Just before my warranty got over i had a steering column replacement due to noise and the a/c compressor also was changed due to a knocking noise that was coming. Other then that no major complaints till date.

The car still runs smooth. The clutch is tight though. But it had been like that from the beginning itself is what i remember. Clutch should last another 30-40k at the least is what i think.

I was having great expectations for the marazzo till i drove it. Not a bad car at all but somehow i did not feel comfortable owning one.

Though i close to hate Maruti, i would have contemplated settling with the Ertiga if 1) it came with black interiors and 2) it came with captain seats at the middle row. And also would have thought of the XL6 if it came with the 1.5 Diesel. Unfortunately Maruti decided people should not have such a need!

So i guess i should happily keep this for a few more years..

Thanks a lot for all the replies. Truly appreciate your help.

[carboy]

> It's inherently unreliable and / or the cost of repair meets / exceeds its utility / book value.


What would be the book value of a 13 year old Petrol Swift VX-ABS with around 90K kms? (I joined TBHP originally to get advice for my new car buying 13 years back)

I am now currently in a dilemma.

My Swift was great for the first 12 years - that's long time & I am very happy with it. Any new car I purchase in the future also will be almost surely be a Maruti.

But in the 13th year, I have spent a lot of money on the repairs of the car. I think I must have spent 30K+ in the 13th year in independent garages. I am not sure if the book value of the car will be much more than this. But I am still slightly on the side of keeping my car rather than junking it. I am considering the current year as a particularly bad year - I am ok spending upto 10-15K per year maintaining the car - considering I don't really drive much these for the last few years, using taxis is probably the cheapest option for me, but I still like having a car for the occasional use, so I will keep this for one more year at least & re-evaluate after a year goes.

Stuff done on the car this year.
- 2 belts changed
- Rear right light internal assembly changed.
- Gear bushing changed
- 4 shock absorbers changed & suspension overhauled (1st overhaul/maintenance of suspension in 13 years)
- Steering repairs & overhaul
- Dickey strut spring bars changed
- Automatic windows overhauled
- Axle repaired

All done at a couple of neighbourhood mechanics

I am now most worried about the timing thing. Should I be doing any preventive change of that or should I wait for some problem to happen. As of now, there are absolutely no issues. How much would it cost to change the timing thing?

[samdarshi.pali]

Originally Posted by carboy

>

Stuff done on the car this year.
- 2 belts changed
- Rear right light internal assembly changed.
- Gear bushing changed
- 4 shock absorbers changed & suspension overhauled (1st overhaul/maintenance of suspension in 13 years)
- Steering repairs & overhaul
- Dickey strut spring bars changed
- Automatic windows overhauled
- Axle repaired

Except for that Axle fixes, all other items are counted as consumables/spare that should be changed/repaired about 40K KM. I think your car is in good condition and it's going to take you a lot more kilometers to travel.

Samdarshi

[sreerknair]

Folks, need some advice. I own a 2010 Manza QJD driven 94,000 KM. For the past 2 years, I have been spending a good amount on its repairs, though the car has been very less used during that time. In those 2 years I have replaced the below items (all OEM from independent garage)

- Starter motor
- Alternator belt, and one pully
- Brake booster with cylinder
- A/C compressor, and pipe
- The bar holding radiator (It got rusted, couldn't get it as a part, so FNG welded it using an iron bar). Not sure how this has happened. Car is always in a covered parking. And no other part has rust.
- Temperature gauge sensor

For past 4 months I spent around 35k to 40k on repairs. This got me thinking, is it time to buy a new one. Honda City is on my radar, but that amounts to spending close to 17L for the top end. This and the fact that after 2 to 3 years my job may require me travel overseas for 2 years (I know we can't plan the future and things may change by then, but..) I am unable to take a decision on whether to sell Manza and buy a new car OR hope no more repairs are needed and try my luck ? If at all I buy a new car, it has to be an Automatic (CVT or TC). Any pointers you can suggest to help me take a decision ?

[landcruiser123]

Originally Posted by sreerknair

This got me thinking, is it time to buy a new one.

Unless you absolutely need an automatic, I wouldn't let go of the car especially after the kind of money you've put into it.

Any pointers you can suggest to help me take a decision ?[/quote]
I'd say avoid purchasing the City if there's a good chance of you going abroad and no one at home can take care of the car. You stand to lose a lot in depreciation.

If the Manza is very troublesome down the line, refer this: https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/buyin...-car-less.html (ARTICLE: The Beauty of Lateral Upgrades (Getting MORE CAR for LESS $$$)) I'm pretty sure you can get an used Ciaz ATs or older City ATs half of 17 lakhs or less.

[sreerknair]

Originally Posted by landcruiser123

I'd say avoid purchasing the City if there's a good chance of you going abroad and no one at home can take care of the car. You stand to lose a lot in depreciation.

Thank you landcruiser, I can't say for sure that I will go overseas, but most likely and I need one car at home for my parents to travel with the help of a driver. They don't travel much, but may be once or twice a month to town for groceries, relatives etc. Not sure if that is good enough to take care of a new car.

Originally Posted by landcruiser123

If the Manza is very troublesome down the line, refer this: https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/buyin...-car-less.html (ARTICLE: The Beauty of Lateral Upgrades (Getting MORE CAR for LESS $$$)) I'm pretty sure you can get an used Ciaz ATs or older City ATs half of 17 lakhs or less.

Having spent good time in garage with Manza, I am now afraid to go this route. After all I am thinking of a new car mainly because of reliability issues with current one. Buying used needs lots of research and also depends on whether the seller was smarter than me to hide the defects. Myself being from Kerala doesn't help much as well. Here any good maintained car retains its value in used market.

[landcruiser123]

Originally Posted by sreerknair

..I need one car at home for my parents to travel with the help of a driver. They don't travel much, but maybe once or twice a month to town ....take care of a new car.

Well, if you have a trusted driver, go ahead and buy the City the next time the Manza throws a tantrum.

Having spent good time in garage with Manza, I am now afraid to go this route....Here any good maintained car retains its value in used market.

Search for "How to buy a used car" guides on TBHP. If you're still uncomfortable buying a used car, a Honda City will definitely be a good option.

Remember, buying a used car is not everyone's cup of tea and that is fine...

[stallmaster]

A friend is getting this Jetta(company registration) dirt cheap at a literal throwaway price, with this massive 'hole'. Other than this, the car is super-fine. Should he get it repaired and use it or just stay clear off this mess?

[hserus]

Originally Posted by stallmaster

A friend is getting this Jetta(company registration) dirt cheap at a literal throwaway price, with this massive 'hole'. Other than this, the car is super-fine. Should he get it repaired and use it or just stay clear off this mess?

I would check the underbody and chassis for rust