They give you an invisible cheque. You use it to settle your current vehicle shortfall, as a deposit on the new car, or they write a physical cheque and you can spend as you like (an EFT but I'm being dramatic)
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They give you an invisible cheque. You use it to settle your current vehicle shortfall, as a deposit on the new car, or they write a physical cheque and you can spend as you like (an EFT but I'm being dramatic)
TheChamp
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And the Ranger dominates the Hilux again.
NarrowBandFtw
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In my experience all it means is they knock that amount off the price of the new car you're buying.
They have to call it something fancy like assistance because "discount" or "price drop" are terms that the car sales industry have struck from their dictionaries, you might even be hanged for dropping a price ...
FiestaST
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SA's not alone! German new car sales stumble in October
Frankfurt - German new car sales saw a sharp dip in October after two months of strong growth, official data showed on Wednesday (November 3).
Albeit the European market is significantly larger than South Africa's, it's still interesting to know what's happening in the global car market.
A 5.6% fall in registrations compared with the same month in 2015 saw just over 262 700 new cars hit the tarmac, the KBA transport authority reported.
From growth to slump
The agency had recorded increases in August and September of 8.3 and 9.4% in Europe's largest car market, boosted by increased consumption by private households.
Registrations over the whole year remain positive, with a total of 2 818 507 cars registered in Germany from January to October, an increase of 4.9% over the same period in 2015.
October's data saw fewer new registrations for all German carmakers.
Scandal-hit Volkswagen, which in September 2015 admitted to installing emissions cheating software on 11 million cars worldwide, retained the largest share of the market at almost 19% for its own-branded cars.
But at almost 50 000, it sold just under 20% fewer vehicles than in October last year.
All-round decline
Over the whole year to October, Volkswagen sales were down by 3%, worse than the 1% fall recorded over the year to September.
Luxury carmaker Porsche, a VW subsidiary, was the only other German brand to suffer a double-digit fall in sales in October, losing 13.3% to land at 2 276 units.
Meanwhile, VW-owned Audi's sales fell 2.9%, Daimler-made Mercedes-Benz fell 3.5%, and BMW lost 2.4%.
But there were double-digit increases for a number of foreign carmakers, with luxury brand Jaguar more than doubling its numbers to 712.
Toyota, Peugeot, Renault and Alfa Romeo were also among non-German brands to boost their sales.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/News/Indu...man-new-car-sales-stumble-in-october-20161103
Frankfurt - German new car sales saw a sharp dip in October after two months of strong growth, official data showed on Wednesday (November 3).
Albeit the European market is significantly larger than South Africa's, it's still interesting to know what's happening in the global car market.
A 5.6% fall in registrations compared with the same month in 2015 saw just over 262 700 new cars hit the tarmac, the KBA transport authority reported.
From growth to slump
The agency had recorded increases in August and September of 8.3 and 9.4% in Europe's largest car market, boosted by increased consumption by private households.
Registrations over the whole year remain positive, with a total of 2 818 507 cars registered in Germany from January to October, an increase of 4.9% over the same period in 2015.
October's data saw fewer new registrations for all German carmakers.
Scandal-hit Volkswagen, which in September 2015 admitted to installing emissions cheating software on 11 million cars worldwide, retained the largest share of the market at almost 19% for its own-branded cars.
But at almost 50 000, it sold just under 20% fewer vehicles than in October last year.
All-round decline
Over the whole year to October, Volkswagen sales were down by 3%, worse than the 1% fall recorded over the year to September.
Luxury carmaker Porsche, a VW subsidiary, was the only other German brand to suffer a double-digit fall in sales in October, losing 13.3% to land at 2 276 units.
Meanwhile, VW-owned Audi's sales fell 2.9%, Daimler-made Mercedes-Benz fell 3.5%, and BMW lost 2.4%.
But there were double-digit increases for a number of foreign carmakers, with luxury brand Jaguar more than doubling its numbers to 712.
Toyota, Peugeot, Renault and Alfa Romeo were also among non-German brands to boost their sales.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/News/Indu...man-new-car-sales-stumble-in-october-20161103
FiestaST
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SA car sales: 2016 ends on 'a weak note'
South African vehicle sales ended 2016 on a weak note with figures for December 2016 at 41 639 units recording a decline of 7 519 vehicles or a fall of 15.3% compared to the same period in 2015, reports National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa).
The December 2016 new passenger car market and light commercial vehicle market reflected a year-on-year drop of -14.0% in the case of cars and -17.8% for light commercial vehicles. Sales of medium and heavy commercial vehicles declined by 18.2% year-on-year.
In contrast, export sales had recorded an improvement in December and at 18 668 units reflected a gain
of 1222 vehicles or 7.0% compared to the 17 446 vehicles exported during December 2015.
For the third year in succession, new vehicle sales during 2016 in South Africa recorded a year-on-year decline.
Why the drop i sales?
The slowdown in the domestic economy, above average new vehicle inflationary pressures, increases in interest rates, pressure on consumers’ and household disposable income and low levels of consumer confidence had contributed to a double digit decline in annual domestic sales volumes.
Aggregate sales during 2016 fell by 11.4% in volume terms to 547 442 units compared to the sales total of 617 648 in 2015.
Overall sales
Naamsa said: "Overall, 2016 turned out to be another extremely difficult year for the South African automotive industry with domestic new vehicle sales progressively under pressure, particularly at dealer level, despite attractive sales incentives and a strong contribution by the car rental sector which accounted for an estimated 16.3% of new car sales during the year.
"Industry trading conditions had remained intensely competitive characterized by pressure on dealer margins."
2016 Vehicle exports represented the highest annual Industry export figure on record and total vehicle exports at 344 822 units were up on the 333 847 vehicles exported in 2015.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/News/Industry_News/sa-car-sales-2016-ends-on-a-weak-note-20170109
South African vehicle sales ended 2016 on a weak note with figures for December 2016 at 41 639 units recording a decline of 7 519 vehicles or a fall of 15.3% compared to the same period in 2015, reports National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa).
The December 2016 new passenger car market and light commercial vehicle market reflected a year-on-year drop of -14.0% in the case of cars and -17.8% for light commercial vehicles. Sales of medium and heavy commercial vehicles declined by 18.2% year-on-year.
In contrast, export sales had recorded an improvement in December and at 18 668 units reflected a gain
of 1222 vehicles or 7.0% compared to the 17 446 vehicles exported during December 2015.
For the third year in succession, new vehicle sales during 2016 in South Africa recorded a year-on-year decline.
Why the drop i sales?
The slowdown in the domestic economy, above average new vehicle inflationary pressures, increases in interest rates, pressure on consumers’ and household disposable income and low levels of consumer confidence had contributed to a double digit decline in annual domestic sales volumes.
Aggregate sales during 2016 fell by 11.4% in volume terms to 547 442 units compared to the sales total of 617 648 in 2015.
Overall sales
Naamsa said: "Overall, 2016 turned out to be another extremely difficult year for the South African automotive industry with domestic new vehicle sales progressively under pressure, particularly at dealer level, despite attractive sales incentives and a strong contribution by the car rental sector which accounted for an estimated 16.3% of new car sales during the year.
"Industry trading conditions had remained intensely competitive characterized by pressure on dealer margins."
2016 Vehicle exports represented the highest annual Industry export figure on record and total vehicle exports at 344 822 units were up on the 333 847 vehicles exported in 2015.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/News/Industry_News/sa-car-sales-2016-ends-on-a-weak-note-20170109
FiestaST
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SA's top-selling cars: Polo Vivo still on top
The Volkswagen Polo Vivo reigns as SA's top-selling vehicle in December 2016.
Overall however a struggling economy and a tumbling rand took its toll on passenger car sales.
Drop in sales
The Vivo was the best-selling passenger for the last month of 2016, with 1835 unit sold. The only other car to have sold more than 1000 units was the VW Polo with 1504 units.
Other passengers cars struggled to pass the 1000-unit mark.
The Toyota Fortuner sold the third most number of vehicles (958), followed by the Toyota Corolla/Auris/Quest on 957.
Ford's EcoSport (896), Fiesta 9627) and Figo (475) also saw dwindling sales compared to previous months in 2016.
The biggest surprise, perhaps, was Renault's Kwid, again registering a solid month with 752 units, following a strong November 2016.
Ending the year on a weak note
Naamsa comments that industry domestic sales for the year ended on a weak note, with aggregate industry new vehicle sales for December 2016 at 41 639 units recording a decline of 7519 vehicles or a fall of 15.3% compared to the total new vehicle sales of 49 158 units during the corresponding month of December 2015.
Naamsa said: "Overall, 2016 turned out to be another extremely difficult year for the South African automotive industry with domestic new vehicle sales progressively under pressure, particularly at dealer level, despite attractive sales incentives."
The slowdown in the domestic economy, above average new vehicle inflationary pressures, increases in interest rates, pressure on consumers’ and household disposable income and low levels of consumer confidence had contributed to a double digit decline in annual domestic sales volumes.
Top-selling new vehicles in November 2016:
1 VW Polo Vivo - 1835 units
2 VW Polo - 1504
3 Toyota Fortuner - 958
4 Toyota Corolla/Auris/Quest - 957
5 Ford EcoSport - 896
6 BMW 3-Series - 849
7 Renault Kwid - 752
8 Ford Fiesta - 627
9 Toyota Etios - 597
10 Ford Figo - 475
http://www.wheels24.co.za/News/SA_vehicle_sales/sas-top-selling-cars-polo-vivo-still-on-top-20170109
The Volkswagen Polo Vivo reigns as SA's top-selling vehicle in December 2016.
Overall however a struggling economy and a tumbling rand took its toll on passenger car sales.
Drop in sales
The Vivo was the best-selling passenger for the last month of 2016, with 1835 unit sold. The only other car to have sold more than 1000 units was the VW Polo with 1504 units.
Other passengers cars struggled to pass the 1000-unit mark.
The Toyota Fortuner sold the third most number of vehicles (958), followed by the Toyota Corolla/Auris/Quest on 957.
Ford's EcoSport (896), Fiesta 9627) and Figo (475) also saw dwindling sales compared to previous months in 2016.
The biggest surprise, perhaps, was Renault's Kwid, again registering a solid month with 752 units, following a strong November 2016.
Ending the year on a weak note
Naamsa comments that industry domestic sales for the year ended on a weak note, with aggregate industry new vehicle sales for December 2016 at 41 639 units recording a decline of 7519 vehicles or a fall of 15.3% compared to the total new vehicle sales of 49 158 units during the corresponding month of December 2015.
Naamsa said: "Overall, 2016 turned out to be another extremely difficult year for the South African automotive industry with domestic new vehicle sales progressively under pressure, particularly at dealer level, despite attractive sales incentives."
The slowdown in the domestic economy, above average new vehicle inflationary pressures, increases in interest rates, pressure on consumers’ and household disposable income and low levels of consumer confidence had contributed to a double digit decline in annual domestic sales volumes.
Top-selling new vehicles in November 2016:
1 VW Polo Vivo - 1835 units
2 VW Polo - 1504
3 Toyota Fortuner - 958
4 Toyota Corolla/Auris/Quest - 957
5 Ford EcoSport - 896
6 BMW 3-Series - 849
7 Renault Kwid - 752
8 Ford Fiesta - 627
9 Toyota Etios - 597
10 Ford Figo - 475
http://www.wheels24.co.za/News/SA_vehicle_sales/sas-top-selling-cars-polo-vivo-still-on-top-20170109
Most of the Top 5 are top sold because once they're stolen we need to buy more, which is every hour 
On another note, I've wanted to change from an expensive vehicle to a cheap little diesel i can pay off in a year. Unfortunately the value of my luxury sedan has plummeted in 1 year more than an asteroid coming to Earth.. (and no its not French!)
On another note, I've wanted to change from an expensive vehicle to a cheap little diesel i can pay off in a year. Unfortunately the value of my luxury sedan has plummeted in 1 year more than an asteroid coming to Earth.. (and no its not French!)
FiestaST
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SA new vehicle sales fell again in 2016
New vehicle sales in South Africa declined for the third year in a row in 2016 as above-average new car price inflation of around 14 percent on the back of a weak rand as well as low consumer confidence took its toll.
In total the industry managed to shift just 547 442 units in 2016, down 11.4 percent on 2015’s total of 617 648, according to Naamsa.
This was in spite of strong demand from the rental industry, which accounted for around 16.3 percent of new car sales.
Naamsa expects 2017 to be yet another difficult year for the local motor industry, but the association is hopeful that there will be a modest improvement in new vehicle sales during the second half of the year. This is on the back of expected GDP growth of around 1.5 percent for the South African economy, with private consumption expenditure growing from 0.8 percent to around two percent.
Yet while domestic sales were down in 2016, total exports rose from 2015’s 333 847 to a record 344 822 units and Naamsa believes that figure could grow by another 30 000 units in 2017, assuming the the global economy remains stable.
This, and increased local demand, are likely to see South African vehicle production rise by around six percent in 2017, to around 640 000 units, the association estimated.
But which were the most popular vehicles in 2016? Toyota’s Hilux, of which an all-new version was launched earlier in the year, topped the charts with sales of 35 428, and it was followed closely by the Ford Ranger, at 32 468. Watch this space for a more comprehensive sales list in the coming days.
http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/sa-new-vehicle-sales-fell-again-in-2016-7363963
New vehicle sales in South Africa declined for the third year in a row in 2016 as above-average new car price inflation of around 14 percent on the back of a weak rand as well as low consumer confidence took its toll.
In total the industry managed to shift just 547 442 units in 2016, down 11.4 percent on 2015’s total of 617 648, according to Naamsa.
This was in spite of strong demand from the rental industry, which accounted for around 16.3 percent of new car sales.
Naamsa expects 2017 to be yet another difficult year for the local motor industry, but the association is hopeful that there will be a modest improvement in new vehicle sales during the second half of the year. This is on the back of expected GDP growth of around 1.5 percent for the South African economy, with private consumption expenditure growing from 0.8 percent to around two percent.
Yet while domestic sales were down in 2016, total exports rose from 2015’s 333 847 to a record 344 822 units and Naamsa believes that figure could grow by another 30 000 units in 2017, assuming the the global economy remains stable.
This, and increased local demand, are likely to see South African vehicle production rise by around six percent in 2017, to around 640 000 units, the association estimated.
But which were the most popular vehicles in 2016? Toyota’s Hilux, of which an all-new version was launched earlier in the year, topped the charts with sales of 35 428, and it was followed closely by the Ford Ranger, at 32 468. Watch this space for a more comprehensive sales list in the coming days.
http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/sa-new-vehicle-sales-fell-again-in-2016-7363963
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All good and well for the volume sellers but how on earth are the following going to stay in the game?
Peugeot with 123 sales through 25 dealers. I assume that Citroen sales are in these figures.
Fiat selling 77 cars by 35 dealers.
Subaru with only 50 units from 13 dealers.
Many dealers of the above are single franchise. The big boys aren't going to allow these products to ride on their sales and share facilities in the case of multi franchise operations. These low volume dealers will close down and what will happen to the OEMs? And what does the future hold for owners of these vehicles.
All good and well for the volume sellers but how on earth are the following going to stay in the game?
Peugeot with 123 sales through 25 dealers. I assume that Citroen sales are in these figures.
Fiat selling 77 cars by 35 dealers.
Subaru with only 50 units from 13 dealers.
Many dealers of the above are single franchise. The big boys aren't going to allow these products to ride on their sales and share facilities in the case of multi franchise operations. These low volume dealers will close down and what will happen to the OEMs? And what does the future hold for owners of these vehicles.
FiestaST
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SA car sales to 'remain flat' in 2017 - Naamsa
The latest aggregated sales data from the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa) show that the decline in new vehicle sales continued in December.
A total of 41 639 vehicles were sold last month, a year-on-year decline of 15.3%. New vehicle sales for the year are down 11.4%, ending the year on 547 442 units; the lowest levels seen since 2010.
Will 2017 see the local auto industry recover? Will car prices drop or rise? What about vehicle exports? Naamsa answers these questions and more below:
What are 2017 vehicle sales expectations?
"2017 is expected to be another difficult year for the domestic SA auto industry, however, a modest improvement in new vehicle sales is expected during the second half of the year," reports the Naamsa.
Industry production levels, on the back of expected further growth in vehicle exports, should however remain in an upward phase.
Naamsa says its 2017 projections for South Africa reflect an expected improvement in GDP growth to around 1.5% (from 0.4% in 2016). Local political tensions are likely to reduce business confidence and the expected increase in taxes in this years’ budget will erode real purchasing power. Internationally, volatile and uncertain conditions are likely to prevail during 2017.
The outlook for 2017 domestic vehicle sales by sector: Info by Naamsa
SA car exports to remain strong
Despite these considerations, the global economic outlook at this stage, remains positive and should continue to lend support to South Africa’s improving vehicle export performance. Ultimately, industry vehicle exports would remain a function of the performance and direction of global markets. Naamsa said: "Vehicle exports to Europe, Australasia, the United States, Asia and South America were expected to show further upward momentum."
Local car sales to 'remain flat'
The general expectation in the industry is that domestic new vehicle sales will remain fairly flat going into 2017. Naamsa remains hopeful, however, that on the back of the expected improvement in key economic indicators, domestic sales would regain some traction in the second half of 2017 with year over year growth perhaps settling in the 2.5% to 3.5% range and hold to around that level going forward.
Factoring in the expected improvement in exports, domestic production of motor vehicles in South Africa was expected to show an increase from 604 000 vehicles produced in 2016 to close on 641 000 vehicles in 2017- an improvement in vehicle production of about 6.0% This figure could prove conservative if vehicle exports expand more than currently anticipated.
The projected higher vehicle production was consistent with the official vision for the Industry which is to remain a premier supplier of high quality, competitive automotive original equipment parts and accessories and vehicles to international markets and, in the process, to achieve an annual domestic vehicle production figure of close to 850 000 vehicles by 2020.
New models, self-driving cars
Internationally and domestically, vehicle manufacturers would continue to focus on new models and products through sustained investment and new technologies. Technologies such as artificial intelligence could begin to reflect a tangible impact across sectors. Autonomous vehicles and driver assisted automatic systems as well as increased use of information technology in vehicles were likely to feature in the future.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/News/SA_vehicle_sales/sa-car-sales-to-remain-flat-in-2017-naamsa-20170110
The latest aggregated sales data from the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa) show that the decline in new vehicle sales continued in December.
A total of 41 639 vehicles were sold last month, a year-on-year decline of 15.3%. New vehicle sales for the year are down 11.4%, ending the year on 547 442 units; the lowest levels seen since 2010.
Will 2017 see the local auto industry recover? Will car prices drop or rise? What about vehicle exports? Naamsa answers these questions and more below:
What are 2017 vehicle sales expectations?
"2017 is expected to be another difficult year for the domestic SA auto industry, however, a modest improvement in new vehicle sales is expected during the second half of the year," reports the Naamsa.
Industry production levels, on the back of expected further growth in vehicle exports, should however remain in an upward phase.
Naamsa says its 2017 projections for South Africa reflect an expected improvement in GDP growth to around 1.5% (from 0.4% in 2016). Local political tensions are likely to reduce business confidence and the expected increase in taxes in this years’ budget will erode real purchasing power. Internationally, volatile and uncertain conditions are likely to prevail during 2017.
The outlook for 2017 domestic vehicle sales by sector: Info by Naamsa
SA car exports to remain strong
Despite these considerations, the global economic outlook at this stage, remains positive and should continue to lend support to South Africa’s improving vehicle export performance. Ultimately, industry vehicle exports would remain a function of the performance and direction of global markets. Naamsa said: "Vehicle exports to Europe, Australasia, the United States, Asia and South America were expected to show further upward momentum."
Local car sales to 'remain flat'
The general expectation in the industry is that domestic new vehicle sales will remain fairly flat going into 2017. Naamsa remains hopeful, however, that on the back of the expected improvement in key economic indicators, domestic sales would regain some traction in the second half of 2017 with year over year growth perhaps settling in the 2.5% to 3.5% range and hold to around that level going forward.
Factoring in the expected improvement in exports, domestic production of motor vehicles in South Africa was expected to show an increase from 604 000 vehicles produced in 2016 to close on 641 000 vehicles in 2017- an improvement in vehicle production of about 6.0% This figure could prove conservative if vehicle exports expand more than currently anticipated.
The projected higher vehicle production was consistent with the official vision for the Industry which is to remain a premier supplier of high quality, competitive automotive original equipment parts and accessories and vehicles to international markets and, in the process, to achieve an annual domestic vehicle production figure of close to 850 000 vehicles by 2020.
New models, self-driving cars
Internationally and domestically, vehicle manufacturers would continue to focus on new models and products through sustained investment and new technologies. Technologies such as artificial intelligence could begin to reflect a tangible impact across sectors. Autonomous vehicles and driver assisted automatic systems as well as increased use of information technology in vehicles were likely to feature in the future.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/News/SA_vehicle_sales/sa-car-sales-to-remain-flat-in-2017-naamsa-20170110
Kosmik
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New cars the price of cheap homes, absolutely ridiculous.
FiestaST
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Industry domestic sales ended 2016 on a weak note with aggregate industry new vehicle sales for December 2016 at 41 639 units, representing a decline of 7 519 vehicles or a fall of 15,3% compared to the total new vehicle sales of 49 158 units during the corresponding month of 2015.
The December 2016 new passenger car market and light commercial vehicle market reflected a year-on-year volume change of -14,0% in the case of cars and -17,8% in the case of light commercial vehicles. Sales of medium- and heavy commercial vehicles declined by 18,2% year on year.
In contrast, export sales recorded an improvement in December 2016 and at 18 668 units reflected a gain of 1 222 vehicles or 7,0% compared to the 17 446 vehicles exported during December 2015.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/naamsa-december-2016-year-ends-on-a-weak-note/
The December 2016 new passenger car market and light commercial vehicle market reflected a year-on-year volume change of -14,0% in the case of cars and -17,8% in the case of light commercial vehicles. Sales of medium- and heavy commercial vehicles declined by 18,2% year on year.
In contrast, export sales recorded an improvement in December 2016 and at 18 668 units reflected a gain of 1 222 vehicles or 7,0% compared to the 17 446 vehicles exported during December 2015.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/naamsa-december-2016-year-ends-on-a-weak-note/
FiestaST
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The battle for the title of South Africa’s best-selling bakkie continues apace. So, what happened in December 2016?
Well, industry sales in South Africa plummeted 15,3% to 41 639 units in December 2016 (year-on-year). But it’s particularly interesting to note what has happened in the light commercial segment, where year-on-year sales fell a whopping 17,8%.
So, we’ve decided to take a closer look at the sales figures to identify the 10 best-selling bakkies of December 2016.
After two months in second spot, the Toyota Hilux regained the monthly sales crown from the Ford Ranger in December, outselling its bitter foe by more than 400 units.
The Isuzu KB, meanwhile, climbed three places to third, and the NP200 likewise moved up a spot to fourth. The NP300 fell one to fifth, while the Chevrolet Utility managed just 524 units (down from 1 670 in November), leaving it languishing in sixth.
The Volkswagen Amarok, Toyota Land Cruiser Pick-up, Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up and Mahindra Bolero all held steady to round out the table. That means there’s no room for the Mazda BT-50 (27), Fiat Fullback (26), Tata Xenon (12), Nissan Navara (1) or Mitsubishi Triton (0).
See the top ten list below, and have a look at November’s figures here.
South Africa’s 10 best-selling bakkies of December 2016:
1. Toyota Hilux – 3 074
2. Ford Ranger – 2 665
3. Isuzu KB – 912
4. Nissan NP200 – 856
5. Nissan NP300 – 717
6. Chevrolet Utility – 524
7. Volkswagen Amarok – 308
8. Toyota Land Cruiser Pick-up – 185
9. Mahindra Scorpio Pick-Up – 43
10. Mahindra Bolero – 41
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/sas-10-best-selling-bakkies-of-december-2016/
Well, industry sales in South Africa plummeted 15,3% to 41 639 units in December 2016 (year-on-year). But it’s particularly interesting to note what has happened in the light commercial segment, where year-on-year sales fell a whopping 17,8%.
So, we’ve decided to take a closer look at the sales figures to identify the 10 best-selling bakkies of December 2016.
After two months in second spot, the Toyota Hilux regained the monthly sales crown from the Ford Ranger in December, outselling its bitter foe by more than 400 units.
The Isuzu KB, meanwhile, climbed three places to third, and the NP200 likewise moved up a spot to fourth. The NP300 fell one to fifth, while the Chevrolet Utility managed just 524 units (down from 1 670 in November), leaving it languishing in sixth.
The Volkswagen Amarok, Toyota Land Cruiser Pick-up, Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up and Mahindra Bolero all held steady to round out the table. That means there’s no room for the Mazda BT-50 (27), Fiat Fullback (26), Tata Xenon (12), Nissan Navara (1) or Mitsubishi Triton (0).
See the top ten list below, and have a look at November’s figures here.
South Africa’s 10 best-selling bakkies of December 2016:
1. Toyota Hilux – 3 074
2. Ford Ranger – 2 665
3. Isuzu KB – 912
4. Nissan NP200 – 856
5. Nissan NP300 – 717
6. Chevrolet Utility – 524
7. Volkswagen Amarok – 308
8. Toyota Land Cruiser Pick-up – 185
9. Mahindra Scorpio Pick-Up – 43
10. Mahindra Bolero – 41
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/sas-10-best-selling-bakkies-of-december-2016/
NarrowBandFtw
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That didn't stop BMW from sending me their annual "buy now before prices increase" spam in December ... burn in hell! :twisted:
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if they want to increase sales, prices need to be dropped with 50% (or better)
but it will mess the market up big-time...
but it will mess the market up big-time...
Ho3n3r
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And it'll never happen. Nobody drops prices these days.
Other Pineapple Smurf
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True.
I know lots of people who rather buy new cars and rent, than buy houses and drive second hands.
Happens when u constantly correct upward for currency weakness but not downward. As much as I would like to complain, i think this is a good thing, maybe now we will resemble most places where new cars are not that common and the avg person will start buying property instead.
We've changed our buying trends at the business. My Ranger will be 4 years old later this year with absolutely nothing wrong with it. Normally it would be time to trade in for a new one, but I have decided to pay R10k to Ford to extend the warranty to 6yrs and then drive it until just before that extension expires. I just cannot justify financing R100k+ for a facelift when there is nothing wrong with my current one and the business does not need the extra financial overhead.
TheChamp
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Wonder how much was the Kuga thing influenced those numbers...