Anyone waiting for the Renault Duster?

beans100 said:
I must ask: What car are you driving and what is your dream car?
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Not sure why it's relevant, but I love rambling on 'bout cars, so: Currently driving a Picasso diesel, because after much consideration - and because French cars have f'all 2nd-hand value - it proved to offer an unbeatable combination of safety, space and both fuel and monetary economy.

Dream car? That's all relative, but probably a Porsche of some flavour. My ideal car for here and now? A Golf R - not much need for more car than that, ever. Oh, and a beat-up Land Cruiser for everything the Golf can't do.
 
Its just a rebranded dacia. Saying it would be nice is like saying the renault sandero is a nice car, which it most definitely is not.
 
HapticSimian said:
Sure, but it's a product specifically designed for, and built in, 'emerging' markets. I'll give it a wide, wide berth... things'll be falling off before you get it home from the dealer.
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Strange that it's a top seller in France & has just been launched to rave reviews in the UK. :twisted:
 
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Ye gads, the Etios is shockingly horrid. I'd rather walk through broken glass... I don't know how anyone happily parts with their money for such a piece of ****.
 
Actually sells quite well in the UK too, as a Dacia... I don't think it is a bad package. It is reasonably capable as a 4x4 too.

HapticSimian said:
things'll be falling off before you get it home from the dealer.
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What are you basing that on? This car is maybe not what you want... but there is definitely a spot for it in the market.
 
Quantum Theory said:
What are you basing that on? This car is maybe not what you want... but there is definitely a spot for it in the market.
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I stated quite specifically what I base that on in the bit of my post you chose not to quote. Sure, there's a market for it. There's also a market for Glenryck Pilchards; that doesn't mean that either is something to strive towards.
 
HapticSimian said:
I stated quite specifically what I base that on in the bit of my post you chose not to quote. Sure, there's a market for it. There's also a market for Glenryck Pilchards; that doesn't mean that either is something to strive towards.
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I did not quote it, because that is not a reason for a car to fall apart. The NP200 does not fall apart. The Sandero does not fall apart. I ask again... Why do you think the Duster will fall apart? It has been on the market for years. Is there many reports of them falling apart or something?
 
Quantum Theory said:
I know what you were doing... Do you really think it is a good place to use it?
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What place? Casual discussion? Sure... Also, just for you:

It seemed sturdy. But as a colleague reported some months back that a door had come off on his preview version I was listening for any clatter and rattles. I couldn't find anything to concern me. Above all, it coped particularly well with both the variety of underfoot conditions and a consistent buffeting from some fierce gusts of wind.
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:D

It's a substandard vehicle introduced in wider markets in order to capitalise on under-pressure consumers who don't give things like quality, safety and longevity a second thought.
 
HapticSimian said:
:D

It's a substandard vehicle introduced in wider markets in order to capitalise on under-pressure consumers who don't give things like quality, safety and longevity a second thought.
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Twenty-something outdoorsy types, that cannot afford new premium SUV's, or the maintenance and petrol consumption on high mileage second hand ones. This car is perfect for them. As long as there is a decent warranty, I don't think there is any real reason to tell them not to buy it...
 
Quantum Theory said:
Twenty-something outdoorsy types, that cannot afford new premium SUV's, or the maintenance and petrol consumption on high mileage second hand ones. This car is perfect for them. As long as there is a decent warranty, I don't think there is any real reason to tell them not to buy it...
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I do; defer your outdoorsiness to a time when you can afford something a bit more capable. 'Sides, why should maintenance, mileage or fuel consumption be high on something 2nd-hand? People buy cars with their hearts instead of their heads, which is the only reason why a glorified tin can like this has a market at all.
 
HapticSimian said:
Not sure why it's relevant, but I love rambling on 'bout cars, so: Currently driving a Picasso diesel, because after much consideration - and because French cars have f'all 2nd-hand value - it proved to offer an unbeatable combination of safety, space and both fuel and monetary economy.

Dream car? That's all relative, but probably a Porsche of some flavour. My ideal car for here and now? A Golf R - not much need for more car than that, ever. Oh, and a beat-up Land Cruiser for everything the Golf can't do.
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And here I thought you don't like French cars?
 
Wow, it seems there is loads of negativity whenever somebody brings out a vehicle that is more affordable and isn't super premium.

I will be looking to get the top spec 2x4 diesel duster when it arrives and will give you guys a proper review once I get it. It seems to be a hit overseas so I will take my chances.

Guys you do realize that cheaper could simply mean it has less of the off-road toys other SUV's have right?
 
Shayd said:
Wow, it seems there is loads of negativity whenever somebody brings out a vehicle that is more affordable and isn't super premium.

I will be looking to get the top spec 2x4 diesel duster when it arrives and will give you guys a proper review once I get it. It seems to be a hit overseas so I will take my chances.

Guys you do realize that cheaper could simply mean it has less of the off-road toys other SUV's have right?
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If I don't beat you to it
 
Can't understand why they would call the car a 'Duster'... not an appealing name at all, rather just give it a number.
 
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