What car to buy - Suggestions?

bent_gate · Nov 20th, 2007, 02:45

Allright, I did a search and time to ask...

Following are my parameters:
- City driving, bangalore
- Five seater or more. I have children, and potential to expand if I have to carry their friends around.
- Weekend jaunts, possibly light offtrail. I am a hiker and climber. but too critical, as I feel that most cars are capable of light offtrail.
- Roofrack compatibility - to carry a six point five foot kayak, and occasional gear. Critical.
- 5-7 lakhs maximum.
- Powersteering, air conditioning, good trunk space.
- Reliable, yes that's a prerequisite

Thanks in advance for your help.

Nick-H · Nov 20th, 2007, 02:52

I'm sure there are people here that will be happy to advise and give their opinions, but I wonder if you are aware of the really excellent dedicated Indian motor forum: www.team-bhp.com.

Do give them a visit.

brownboy66 · Nov 20th, 2007, 09:51

I'll second the team bhp website. Excellent source of info.

nick - you forgot to mention how good Tata vehicles are

For 5-7 lakhs you'll have plenty of choice both new and used. Toyota innova has plenty of room inside for a crowd, and very reliable. The Mahindra Scorpio and Tata Safari would also fit the requirement (a bit of a squeeze for passengers in the back if your going the distances - not nearly as roomy as the innova).

happy shopping.

Prashant.M · Nov 20th, 2007, 12:03

How about Mahindra Renault's Logan? Good value for money. Don't know about the roof rack compatibility. Not a looker though.

Nick-H · Nov 20th, 2007, 12:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by brownboy66

nick - you forgot to mention how good Tata vehicles are

Yep!

And I'll just continue to "forget"!

Nov 20th, 2007, 02:45	#1
bent_gate Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bangalore, India Posts: 53	What car to buy - Suggestions? Allright, I did a search and time to ask... Following are my parameters: - City driving, bangalore - Five seater or more. I have children, and potential to expand if I have to carry their friends around. - Weekend jaunts, possibly light offtrail. I am a hiker and climber. but too critical, as I feel that most cars are capable of light offtrail. - Roofrack compatibility - to carry a six point five foot kayak, and occasional gear. Critical. - 5-7 lakhs maximum. - Powersteering, air conditioning, good trunk space. - Reliable, yes that's a prerequisite Thanks in advance for your help.

Nov 20th, 2007, 12:03	#4
Prashant.M Maha Guru Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,019	How about Mahindra Renault's Logan? Good value for money. Don't know about the roof rack compatibility. Not a looker though. __________________ Happiness is just a thought away

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Nick-H This is just a cameo appearance Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Chennai, India Posts: 36,197	I'm sure there are people here that will be happy to advise and give their opinions, but I wonder if you are aware of the really excellent dedicated Indian motor forum: www.team-bhp.com. Do give them a visit.

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brownboy66 newbie with some admin tools...... Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: New Delhi Posts: 2,733	I'll second the team bhp website. Excellent source of info. nick - you forgot to mention how good Tata vehicles are For 5-7 lakhs you'll have plenty of choice both new and used. Toyota innova has plenty of room inside for a crowd, and very reliable. The Mahindra Scorpio and Tata Safari would also fit the requirement (a bit of a squeeze for passengers in the back if your going the distances - not nearly as roomy as the innova). happy shopping.