The "I Booked my Car" Thread

Arjun1010 · 17th September 2010, 17:10

Hi Friends,

Yesterday i booked Maruti Swift VDi ABS, pearl white color with RKS Motors, Hyderabad. The waiting period is 6 months, but requested the GM for faster delivery through know sources. Need your suggestions on it before taking the delivery and what precautions and care to be taken.

Also if you can suggest on some accessories which will be of use going forward.

ramzsys · 18th September 2010, 08:47

Chevrolet Tavera
Neo2 B3
Moonbeam white.
Delivery promised in two weeks.
Dealer: Anamalais, coimbatore.
booking amount: Rs.10k
Approximate on-road price: 8.5 Lakh.

Waited for the CRDi version, but the 2 litre Rhino sourced engine isn't as useful as the isuzu 4AJ1.

Scorpio LX was considered, but ruled out for lack of space and UV is to be chauffeur driven most of the time.
Innova is not sturdy enough for the rough-roads(IMO).

Obviously, an used model would have suited well, but couldn't get one in market.

jkdas · 18th September 2010, 08:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by Suresh Hari

Finally, after a lot of confusion (ANHC v Vento) and a bit of coaxing from the wife, went ahead and booked the ANHC.

I went with the saying "A known devil is better than an unknown Angel"

Nice quote. Any other reason why you booked the Vento? Guess your input/experience should go to the Vento thread

Quote:

Originally Posted by anujmishra

For me it is not Sedan to SUV it is Maruti 800 to SUV

. Safari LX at Bangalore after discount around 9,15,500 approx. Thanks to killer road tax in Karnataka.

Congrats! Any offers? Do get extended warranty. Also, can you check with them about AMC ?

Congrats.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rnidumolu

Check this below. ZeRo is able to get it in 1day

Maybe the dealer had one in stock?

@ramzsys; is the new Tavera launch confirmed and any idea about price?

anujmishra · 18th September 2010, 18:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by jkdas

Congrats! Any offers? Do get extended warranty. Also, can you check with them about AMC ?

I got Sunfilm and Reverse Parking Sensor along with basic accessories in deal and some corporate and standard discounts. Yes, I am getting extended warranty (2 Years) for Rs. 7K and AMC for 3.4K. I opted for AMC as my yearly drive would not be more than 15 - 17K.

ramzsys · 18th September 2010, 18:33

jkdas, i got no information on the actual launch. But my preference is long term ownership so booked the isuzu motor. IMO, Chevy cant charge a premium for a home-grown engine.

supremeBaleno · 21st September 2010, 13:25

Booked an A-Star (AT) yesterday for the in-laws. Actually, the previous Estilo booking was changed to A-Star. 25 days min delivery period quoted in Kerala for A*-AT. Onroad price comes to ~4.65lakhs, after discounts.

hemanth.anand · 23rd September 2010, 11:12

Fiat Grande Punto
1.2 Emotion
Bossa Nova White.
Booked on 22 September
Registration on 28 September
I'm taking Delivery on October 1st.
Dealer: Concorde Motors, Diary Circle, Bangalore.
booking amount: Rs 48k (min 25k)
Approximate on-road price: 5.6 Lakh.

Since my mileage is not too much, i was not particular about the fuel. After lot of debate over Punto petrol and figo diesel, me and my wife along with my family voted for the European quality, Italian looks, and the features.

This happens to be our first marriage anniversary gift.
Gifted by us for ourselves

supremeBaleno · 24th September 2010, 12:35

Is there a way to track the arrival of the car at the dealers ? ie. other than trusting the dealer's word. I don't want the car to be used as a TD car by the sales-guys, since I know that they don't have an AT demo car.

ghodlur · 24th September 2010, 12:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by supremeBaleno

Is there a way to track the arrival of the car at the dealers ? ie. other than trusting the dealer's word. I don't want the car to be used as a TD car by the sales-guys, since I know that they don't have an AT demo car.

For now none of the dealers or for that matter car manufacturers have an online tracking system. The only alternative is to believe the dealer.

For now if you see any A-Star AT on the roads, get hold of the dealer's collar for sure.

ghodlur · 24th September 2010, 12:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arjun1010

Hi Friends,

Yesterday i booked Maruti Swift VDi ABS, pearl white color with RKS Motors, Hyderabad. The waiting period is 6 months, but requested the GM for faster delivery through know sources. Need your suggestions on it before taking the delivery and what precautions and care to be taken.

Also if you can suggest on some accessories which will be of use going forward.

Holy cow, 6 months waiting period for a Swift. Were you aware of the waiting period before you booked. I think you defintely had some options before booking the car. I dont think its worth that wait.

Seriouly friend would suggest you to cancel the booking and search for alternatives. There are many options available. Just my opinion.

Suresh Hari · 24th September 2010, 17:17

Thanks! I booked the ANHC not the Vento. Although I had my heart set on the Vento I went ahead with the ANHC after a lot of debate with my better half. I have no regrets though and I'm eagerly waiting for the delivery of my Tafeta white ANHC this Monday

MCR · 25th September 2010, 09:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by hemanth.anand

Fiat Grande Punto
1.2 Emotion
Bossa Nova White.
Booked on 22 September
Registration on 28 September
I'm taking Delivery on October 1st.
Dealer: Concorde Motors, Diary Circle, Bangalore.
booking amount: Rs 48k (min 25k)
Approximate on-road price: 5.6 Lakh.

Congrats on the booking mate and welcome to the Fiat Family

tushar_lalsan · 26th September 2010, 20:33

Make : VW
Model : New Beetle
Variant : 2.0 ltr Automatic
Fuel : Petrol
Booking Date : 24th Sep 2010
Color : Candy White
Expected Delivery Date : 15th Oct 2010
Dealer & City : VW Raipur, Varda projects
Freebies : Insurance
Accessories: Tailgate Spoiler (IBL), Twin Exhaust, Body Cover, Rear sun shield.
Booking Amt: 5L
On Road: 25.3L

speedKrazy · 27th September 2010, 14:15

Make : FIAT
Model : PUNTO
Variant : 90 HP
Fuel : DIESEL
Booking Date : 25th Sep 2010
Color : BOSSA NOVA WHITE
Expected Delivery Date : Any time when loan is ready
Dealer & City : CONCORDE MOTORS,COCHIN
Freebies : Free RSA,Free Extended warranty,9 k corporate Discount,5k Exchange bonus
Accessories: Under body painting(5 y warranty),Teflon coating,Steering cover,Neck rest,Rubber Mats,Mud Flaps.
Booking Amt: 5k
On Road: 7.41l

akshaymahajan · 27th September 2010, 14:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by tushar_lalsan

Make : VW
Model : New Beetle
Variant : 2.0 ltr Automatic
Fuel : Petrol
Booking Date : 24th Sep 2010
Color : Candy White
Expected Delivery Date : 15th Oct 2010
Dealer & City : VW Raipur, Varda projects
Freebies : Insurance
Accessories: Tailgate Spoiler (IBL), Twin Exhaust, Body Cover, Rear sun shield.
Booking Amt: 5L
On Road: 25.3L

Nice. So now you will have two bugs.

Hope to read a nice ownership review of the bug. Probably the first on team-bhp.

17th September 2010, 17:10	#1096
Arjun1010 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 46 Thanked: 5 Times	Booked Swift VDi ABS Hi Friends, Yesterday i booked Maruti Swift VDi ABS, pearl white color with RKS Motors, Hyderabad. The waiting period is 6 months, but requested the GM for faster delivery through know sources. Need your suggestions on it before taking the delivery and what precautions and care to be taken. Also if you can suggest on some accessories which will be of use going forward.
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18th September 2010, 08:47	#1097
ramzsys Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NH209 Posts: 1,786 Thanked: 1,465 Times	Chevrolet Tavera Neo2 B3 Moonbeam white. Delivery promised in two weeks. Dealer: Anamalais, coimbatore. booking amount: Rs.10k Approximate on-road price: 8.5 Lakh. Waited for the CRDi version, but the 2 litre Rhino sourced engine isn't as useful as the isuzu 4AJ1. Scorpio LX was considered, but ruled out for lack of space and UV is to be chauffeur driven most of the time. Innova is not sturdy enough for the rough-roads(IMO). Obviously, an used model would have suited well, but couldn't get one in market. Last edited by ramzsys : 18th September 2010 at 08:54.
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18th September 2010, 18:33	#1100
ramzsys Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NH209 Posts: 1,786 Thanked: 1,465 Times	jkdas, i got no information on the actual launch. But my preference is long term ownership so booked the isuzu motor. IMO, Chevy cant charge a premium for a home-grown engine.
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21st September 2010, 13:25	#1101
supremeBaleno Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Chennai / Kochi Posts: 5,654 Thanked: 2,803 Times View My Garage	Booked an A-Star (AT) yesterday for the in-laws. Actually, the previous Estilo booking was changed to A-Star. 25 days min delivery period quoted in Kerala for A*-AT. Onroad price comes to ~4.65lakhs, after discounts.
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23rd September 2010, 11:12	#1102
hemanth.anand Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 3,290 Thanked: 14,888 Times View My Garage	Fiat Grande Punto 1.2 Emotion Bossa Nova White. Booked on 22 September Registration on 28 September I'm taking Delivery on October 1st. Dealer: Concorde Motors, Diary Circle, Bangalore. booking amount: Rs 48k (min 25k) Approximate on-road price: 5.6 Lakh. Since my mileage is not too much, i was not particular about the fuel. After lot of debate over Punto petrol and figo diesel, me and my wife along with my family voted for the European quality, Italian looks, and the features. This happens to be our first marriage anniversary gift. Gifted by us for ourselves
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24th September 2010, 12:35	#1103
supremeBaleno Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Chennai / Kochi Posts: 5,654 Thanked: 2,803 Times View My Garage	Is there a way to track the arrival of the car at the dealers ? ie. other than trusting the dealer's word. I don't want the car to be used as a TD car by the sales-guys, since I know that they don't have an AT demo car.
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24th September 2010, 17:17	#1106
Suresh Hari Newbie Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: bangalore Posts: 4 Thanked: 0 Times	Thanks! I booked the ANHC not the Vento. Although I had my heart set on the Vento I went ahead with the ANHC after a lot of debate with my better half. I have no regrets though and I'm eagerly waiting for the delivery of my Tafeta white ANHC this Monday
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26th September 2010, 20:33	#1108
tushar_lalsan BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: B'lore Posts: 76 Thanked: 27 Times View My Garage	Vw New Beetle Make : VW Model : New Beetle Variant : 2.0 ltr Automatic Fuel : Petrol Booking Date : 24th Sep 2010 Color : Candy White Expected Delivery Date : 15th Oct 2010 Dealer & City : VW Raipur, Varda projects Freebies : Insurance Accessories: Tailgate Spoiler (IBL), Twin Exhaust, Body Cover, Rear sun shield. Booking Amt: 5L On Road: 25.3L
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27th September 2010, 14:15	#1109
speedKrazy BHPian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 69 Thanked: 2 Times	Punto all the way..... Make : FIAT Model : PUNTO Variant : 90 HP Fuel : DIESEL Booking Date : 25th Sep 2010 Color : BOSSA NOVA WHITE Expected Delivery Date : Any time when loan is ready Dealer & City : CONCORDE MOTORS,COCHIN Freebies : Free RSA,Free Extended warranty,9 k corporate Discount,5k Exchange bonus Accessories: Under body painting(5 y warranty),Teflon coating,Steering cover,Neck rest,Rubber Mats,Mud Flaps. Booking Amt: 5k On Road: 7.41l
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