advice for buying cars

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    Mazda3 1.6l Dynamic 2017 vs Volvo v40 T3 Kinetic 2016 for a first car?

    Hi guys, I'm in the market for a car and really like the look of the Mazda3, I test drove one today and really liked it but was told by my friend who also test drove it that it feels underpowered compared to cars with similar engine capacities. I was told to have a look at the Volvo and was...
  3. N

    First car advice? Looking at a Mazda CX-5/3

    Hi guys, Looking at getting my first car soon, must be automatic. I obviously want to spend as little as possible while getting something decent and safe. I was looking at like 2014 Fortuners but Im concerned about reliability and infinite repairs? I also know theres some sort of time limit to...
  4. StuckInSouthAfrica

    Luxury Used Car Suggestion (yes, another one of these, sorry! )

    Hi all, I am looking to buy a car (pre-owned) and would appreciate some advice. I have already looked at other similar posts here and around the web regarding things to look out for. Budget: R200k (bank finance; will consider up to R250k for a good deal) Wants: I'm in no way trying to sound...
  5. C

    BMW 116i 2011 3 Door Advice

    I'm looking to buy a new car and I managed to find a 2011 BMW 116i 3 DR Manual for R139k with only 85000km's on the clock. IT's from SMG (An approved BMW dealer) and is really in immaculate condition. However, I'm hesitant to even touch a second hand BMW and rather go for a used Ford Focus or...
  6. A

    Advice on first car

    I'm planning on getting my first car in the next month or so. I've been looking at hatchbacks in the price range of around 120-130k. I'd prefer a newer model car around 2017/2018 and up, the newer and lower distance on the clock the better. The two I've been looking at are the VW Polo Vivo and...
  7. J

    Buying a car from a dealership vs privately

    Hello People! I am planning to buy a car in Cape Town in cash. I am not sure whether I should buy it from a dealership or privately. From what I have seen, buying privately will be a little cheaper. However, there may be some cons to it which I am not aware of. Could someone please guide me on...
  8. S

    To buy a Citi Golf or not?

    Hi guys I hope you can help me out, I bought a second-hand Ford Fiesta off of gumtree after a very serious hi-jacking and out of desperation I bought it, blinded by the cheaper price and the look of a new(er) car. Now, after having to replace the Welch plugs and tappet cover after owning the...
  9. P

    New car for under R250K

    Hi guys, I am looking to get a new car on finance and don't want to spend more than R3000 pm. It seems this would cap the value of the cars I can afford to about R250K. So far my top 2 are the Mazda 2 and the Kia Rio. I would like to avoid VW due to the high risk of theft and want to...
  10. RedViking

    Advice on Buying Hyundai i20 1.6 2011 model

    Hi, I'm looking at buying a secondhand vehicle and might consider a Hyundai i20 1.6 2011 model, 100 000 km for 65K. I will only see the vehicle later this week, private buy, but would like to go prepared. (Kwazulu Natal). 1. Anyone with some advice on this vehicle and things I need to look out...
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