Yet another car advice thread

[Ϲhristopher]

I'm in the market for a basic and cheap new car, something like a Picanto or i10, but even these are now R210k+ now. While this is what I can afford, something with increased ground clearance and more space would be nice. A Kiger or Magnite seem somewhat reasonable, but the affordable non-turbo model is dangerously slow, while I’m not sure that I would trust the longevity of the more powerful turbocharged engine.

Looking at second hand options, something like a 2010ish Jeep Wrangler can be had for around R250k+, this will obviously have far greater running costs and possibly(probably?) reliability issues.

Any recommendations for something somewhere between these two extremes that will be:

• Cheap to run and maintain
• Cheap to insure
• Can tackle bad dirt roads, but not necessarily a hard core off-roader
• More space than an i10/Picanto
• Decent resale value
• Safe

 

[epah]

If you have R250k+ and already considering a Jeep then just get a BMW 320d f30 and call it a day. It will tick all your boxes.

 

[Jet-Fighter7700]

Old picanto/I10? or even older Tazz/Citi Golf?
or Swift/celerio older models.

plenty of choice, even a old Honda Jazz

what Id stay far away from is a Plastic fantastic BMW or Merc, although a Old stlye Merc might be good if you wanted a car for long distances.

 

[chickenbeef]

Plenty Dusters in that price range and relatively new.

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I would stay away from the Jeep.

 

[FiestaST]

Duster & Duster for your needs man, it ticks every box & the basic engineering is a huge Pro ito of running costs & maintenance.

Get the manual tranny, clutch is super light. The N/A petrol vs Diesel debate depends on your kilos.

 

[Gtx Gaming]

You bascially just need the 320D F30.

 

[Neuk_]

Renault Duster? I have no idea what they go for but they seem to be popular and reliable.

 

[myBBexpert]

As mentioned previously, BMW 320d. Thank me later.

 

[Operator]

This old MyBB forum joke about the BMW 320d is really getting old.

You must really try to get some new material *sigh*

 

[Mogo]

320d non M sport or Duster. Finish en klaar

 

[FiestaST]

This old MyBB forum joke about the BMW 320d is really getting old.

You must really try to get some new material *sigh*

I actually gave solid advice to the OP. Take into account an oke’s requirements & advise accordingly.

 

[Operator]

I actually gave solid advice to the OP. Take into account an oke’s requirements & advise accordingly.

The 320d fails the requirements as it has no ground clearance.

 

[Gtx Gaming]

I actually gave solid advice to the OP. Take into account an oke’s requirements & advise accordingly.

But the dashboard def does not pass the carwow flick test

 

[epah]

But the dashboard def does not pass the carwow flick test

Not to mention the seat brackets/rail cost R18k to replace and this is a known issue on Dusters apparently. @topBotAuto can attest.

 

[Jan van Riebeeckstad]

Low mileage EcoShxt

 

[neoprema]

I'm in the market for a basic and cheap new car, something like a Picanto or i10, but even these are now R210k+ now. While this is what I can afford, something with increased ground clearance and more space would be nice. A Kiger or Magnite seem somewhat reasonable, but the affordable non-turbo model is dangerously slow, while I’m not sure that I would trust the longevity of the more powerful turbocharged engine.

Looking at second hand options, something like a 2010ish Jeep Wrangler can be had for around R250k+, this will obviously have far greater running costs and possibly(probably?) reliability issues.

Any recommendations for something somewhere between these two extremes that will be:

• Cheap to run and maintain
• Cheap to insure
• Can tackle bad dirt roads, but not necessarily a hard core off-roader
• More space than an i10/Picanto
• Decent resale value
• Safe

If you're worried about a turbo on a 2023 Renault or Nissan i'm sorry to break it to you about the engine of a 2010 Jeep lol...

The new car will come with at least 5 years of warranty and hopefully maintenance plan - you just drive it and give it back when its broken. Nothing beats that.

That said, if you still would prefer something second hand, I would go BMW or Toyota (no character, but has the reliability factor)

 

[eepr0m]

I'm in the market for a basic and cheap new car, something like a Picanto or i10, but even these are now R210k+ now. While this is what I can afford, something with increased ground clearance and more space would be nice. A Kiger or Magnite seem somewhat reasonable, but the affordable non-turbo model is dangerously slow, while I’m not sure that I would trust the longevity of the more powerful turbocharged engine.

Looking at second hand options, something like a 2010ish Jeep Wrangler can be had for around R250k+, this will obviously have far greater running costs and possibly(probably?) reliability issues.

Any recommendations for something somewhere between these two extremes that will be:

• Cheap to run and maintain
• Cheap to insure
• Can tackle bad dirt roads, but not necessarily a hard core off-roader
• More space than an i10/Picanto
• Decent resale value
• Safe

Maybe a honda Jazz?

 

[eepr0m]

If you have R250k+ and already considering a Jeep then just get a BMW 320d f30 and call it a day. It will tick all your boxes.

Why not suggest OP get a Iphone while your at it trying to convince op to get a BMW?

 

[epah]

Why not suggest OP get a Iphone while your at it trying to convince op to get a BMW?

If he starts a thread about phones then i will send him an istore link.

 

[epah]

Low mileage EcoShxt

About to be discontinued.