New Car!! Second hand scorpio or sierra turbo?

PsychoLyn · 11th April 2010, 02:55

Hello People...
Im Really Confused..
I just got engaged....
And well i already drive a maruti zen mpfi 2001...
But im looking to buy a bigger vehicle...
I was wondering whether to buy either a second hand scorpio...
Or whether to buy a second hand tata sierra turbo...
As im on a tight budget im tilting towards the sierra...
Any ideas??

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Captain Slow · 11th April 2010, 03:11

There are many other cars you look at.
For a new car
DEzire
Manza
Figo

docaxe · 11th April 2010, 05:01

right on. a small new car within your budget is anytime worth a used car which might look bigger in size only.

milestogo · 11th April 2010, 11:26

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right on. a small new car within your budget is anytime worth a used car which might look bigger in size only.

A big car will look bigger in size.

PsychoLyn - how about an used Innova ? Thats definitely better value than the Safari or Scorpio.

mooza · 11th April 2010, 15:42

Hi PsychoLyn, what's your budget? Are you looking at accomodating more people or more luggage?

If you provide all the details, you could get "spot on" suggestions from a lot of fellow Bhpians, which could help you eliminate your confusion

PsychoLyn · 11th April 2010, 15:45

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Originally Posted by milestogo

A big car will look bigger in size.
I agree.. but right now i need something which would be safe for the wife to drive too..

PsychoLyn - how about an used Innova ? Thats definitely better value than the Safari or Scorpio.

true guys but im on a tight budget with the wedding , new house so for now innova out of the question.

guys dunt get me wrong but if u crash at 40 in a zen and in scorpio which one u thinks going to get more wrecked?

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Originally Posted by docaxe

right on. a small new car within your budget is anytime worth a used car which might look bigger in size only.

new car would cost me alot mate!

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Originally Posted by Captain Slow

There are many other cars you look at.
For a new car
DEzire
Manza
Figo

sorry rest of the owners but i personally hate the dezire and the manza.
the swift any day way way better.

and the manza is crap sorry i think tata can do way better with next few launches.

PsychoLyn · 11th April 2010, 15:50

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Originally Posted by mooza

Hi PsychoLyn, what's your budget? Are you looking at accomodating more people or more luggage?

If you provide all the details, you could get "spot on" suggestions from a lot of fellow Bhpians, which could help you eliminate your confusion

nothing fancy mate..
when i was 16 i used to drive my dads tata estate.
and trust me i miss that car.
now the zen is my baby bought with my 1st salary.
but im looking to upgrade it i like the swift but honestly its just a bigger zen.
so something a lil bigger.
and comfortable for the wife and in the future (Kids) hehe.

gaddiwale · 11th April 2010, 16:15

A quick check at Carwale.com revealed a decent pre-owned Scorpio will cost you ~ 5.00 lakhs or above, where as a preowned Swift comes ~ 3.50 lakhs. If your budget permits go for a new Ford Figo base model, but stay away from old TATA Sierra.

//M · 11th April 2010, 16:41

The Ford Figo is spacious and highly VFM. Though not in the league of a Sierra, but a better buy. If you are looking MUV/SUV-wards, then a used Innova makes sense. It may be slightly expensive than a Scorpio with a similar reading on the odo, but IMO the Innova is a far better car in the used car market.

keyurshah · 11th April 2010, 19:17

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Originally Posted by gaddiwale

A quick check at Carwale.com revealed a decent pre-owned Scorpio will cost you ~ 5.00 lakhs or above, where as a preowned Swift comes ~ 3.50 lakhs. If your budget permits go for a new Ford Figo base model, but stay away from old TATA Sierra.

I fully agree. Tata Sierra production has stopped since many years. Plus knowing the Tata quality of vehicles at the time when Sierra was produced, any Sierra you buy now, would be really heavy on your pocket in terms of maintenance.

I would advise you to stay away.

You may rather see a used Qualis (though I think this might be difficult as not many Qualis owners are selling them). Might fit the bill and is a good vehicle.

PsychoLyn · 12th April 2010, 11:56

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Cartman · 12th April 2010, 12:27

Hey there buddy. Whatever car you think of, make sure have a test drive. People will give you loads of opinions. Remember, that will be based on their views, their likings. See what suits you best.

To list things, a hatch would be good. Easy to zip around in traffic.

As for what the Mrs likes, she may love the pink Estilo. Now, you wouldn't want to buy that. Would you?

Check the following cars if you're willing to settle in for a hatch.

Figo
Punto
Polo

For sedans,

Dzire
Manza

If you want to live with a *pre-worshiped* car,

Innova
Scorpio
Safari

Happy choosing!

See you around!

Cartman.

jawanak · 12th April 2010, 16:08

you mentioned safety.. go for a car which addressed your safety concern within your budget... that might mean a hatchback but will come with safety features like ABS and airbags within your budget...

an old scorpio or a new bolero might be very strongly built but these safety features along with a good seatbelt will provide you better safety.

keyurshah · 12th April 2010, 21:39

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Originally Posted by PsychoLyn

guys what about a bolero?
brand new? or second hand?

Spot on... A bolero should be a very good buy. Its sturdy and has great build. Though might not give you the experience on an SUV, its a very good vehicle and a second hand should fit your budget. Or you might even try a Mahindra Invader for that better feel (though I have not tried Invader anytime).

PsychoLyn · 14th April 2010, 22:14

im very confused...

but i have got kind of an approval from the mrs...

we may be going in to check the bolero out..

any guys with any info on the bolero or scorpio pro's and con's?

Note from Mod : Scorpios & Boleros are deeply discussed on the forum. Please search. Closing thread.

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PsychoLyn BHPian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 152 Thanked: 3 Times View My Garage	New Car!! Second hand scorpio or sierra turbo? Hello People... Im Really Confused.. I just got engaged.... And well i already drive a maruti zen mpfi 2001... But im looking to buy a bigger vehicle... I was wondering whether to buy either a second hand scorpio... Or whether to buy a second hand tata sierra turbo... As im on a tight budget im tilting towards the sierra... Any ideas?? Note from the Team-BHP Support : Please take the time to use proper punctuation as per Team-BHP rules. Avoid...typing...like...this. Thanks. Last edited by Rehaan : 13th April 2010 at 10:36. Reason: Please see the note that has been put at the end of your post by the Support Team.
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Captain Slow Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,549 Thanked: 1,957 Times	There are many other cars you look at. For a new car DEzire Manza Figo
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docaxe BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: mumbai Posts: 141 Thanked: 171 Times	right on. a small new car within your budget is anytime worth a used car which might look bigger in size only.
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mooza Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,096 Thanked: 368 Times	Hi PsychoLyn, what's your budget? Are you looking at accomodating more people or more luggage? If you provide all the details, you could get "spot on" suggestions from a lot of fellow Bhpians, which could help you eliminate your confusion Last edited by mooza : 11th April 2010 at 15:44.
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gaddiwale BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: BANGALORE Posts: 399 Thanked: 77 Times	A quick check at Carwale.com revealed a decent pre-owned Scorpio will cost you ~ 5.00 lakhs or above, where as a preowned Swift comes ~ 3.50 lakhs. If your budget permits go for a new Ford Figo base model, but stay away from old TATA Sierra.
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//M Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: New Delhi Posts: 6,201 Thanked: 22,920 Times	The Ford Figo is spacious and highly VFM. Though not in the league of a Sierra, but a better buy. If you are looking MUV/SUV-wards, then a used Innova makes sense. It may be slightly expensive than a Scorpio with a similar reading on the odo, but IMO the Innova is a far better car in the used car market. Last edited by //M : 11th April 2010 at 16:43.
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PsychoLyn BHPian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 152 Thanked: 3 Times View My Garage	valuble! Post Deleted by the Team-BHP Support : SMS / Slang is STRICTLY prohibited on this community. We would much appreciate your using full & proper English in posts, for the benefit of other forum users. Please view our board rules carefully before proceeding any further. Last edited by GTO : 13th April 2010 at 13:16.
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Cartman BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 411 Thanked: 244 Times	Hey there buddy. Whatever car you think of, make sure have a test drive. People will give you loads of opinions. Remember, that will be based on their views, their likings. See what suits you best. To list things, a hatch would be good. Easy to zip around in traffic. As for what the Mrs likes, she may love the pink Estilo. Now, you wouldn't want to buy that. Would you? Check the following cars if you're willing to settle in for a hatch. Figo Punto Polo For sedans, Dzire Manza If you want to live with a pre-worshiped car, Innova Scorpio Safari Happy choosing! See you around! Cartman.
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jawanak BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Posts: 30 Thanked: Once	you mentioned safety.. go for a car which addressed your safety concern within your budget... that might mean a hatchback but will come with safety features like ABS and airbags within your budget... an old scorpio or a new bolero might be very strongly built but these safety features along with a good seatbelt will provide you better safety.
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PsychoLyn BHPian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 152 Thanked: 3 Times View My Garage	thanks guys... im very confused... but i have got kind of an approval from the mrs... we may be going in to check the bolero out.. any guys with any info on the bolero or scorpio pro's and con's? Note from Mod : Scorpios & Boleros are deeply discussed on the forum. Please search. Closing thread. thanks Last edited by GTO : 15th April 2010 at 20:03. Reason: See Mod note in your post
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