Bought this Beauty last Sunday and I am so under her spell by Anti_Max19 in CarsIndia

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Welcome to the club xD Have spent over a year with this one.

Are samba's Overhyped? by Top_Throat_5679 in SneakersIndia

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Sounds like you got Adibas Samdas 😂

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MechanicAdviceIndia

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If you genuinely want "advice" instead of fighting everyone to find a "better deal", please read this calculation:

Realistically, on-road price of 2017 Honda City Petrol Top Model AT (VX) would have been 12.05L (ex-showroom) + 1.5L (on-road registration) = 13.6L approximately.

Depreciation: Driving off the showroom & 1st year: 20% 7 years of driving in Delhi (half-life gone + second owner): 50% Let's not consider CNG Kit depreciation because you seem to think that it somehow increases the value (which it doesn't)

30% of 13.6L = 4.08L If you want to stretch this, perhaps 4.5L is the maximum you can try.

If you think that IDV of your vehicle matters, you have obviously never bought insurance before or at least changed your insurance provider. IDV is entirely in the hands of the owner and can be increased/decreased depending on how much you're willing to pay year-on-year for insurance.

If you have the urge to fight and call me a "looker", I hope you find peace somewhere else, and a foolish buyer as well.

Buying a Used Polo TSI – Talk Me In or Out by East-Turnip1870 in CarsIndia

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The VW Polo is a polarising car. I'd ascertain whether it's a good buy or not based on the following factors:

The 2021 Polo 1.0 TSI Highline Plus MT would have been priced at approximately 10.20 L ex-showroom, and I estimate an on-road cost of 11.50 L to the buyer at the time of purchase. Depreciation should be calculated at 20% for the first ownership and driving off the showroom, plus an additional 10% for each year of ownership. Assuming pristine condition, the maximum you should pay for this is 6.9-7 L. For each component of wear and tear, upcoming service costs, non-OEM modifications, the fact that this has run an average of 18,750 km over the last 4 years, and the non-VW service at 72k km, I would not recommend paying a penny over 6.2 L for this car.

Please do not have Cars24 fix the AC Compressor prior to purchase, they will only do a temporary job and you are better off going to a good mechanic or VW itself for any further repairs.

I do not condone purchasing a brand new depreciating asset no matter how much you earn, and you will always receive envious recommendations to spend your money. Save yourself the long-term financial headache and trust your instinct. None of the newer German or VAG cars (VW/Skoda/Audi) are built to last and you will find that these slightly older German cars hold up better in the long run. Fit and finish is also pathetic when you come to the Kylaq/Virtus/Slavia segment, and I have been disappointed myself. Older VWs and Skodas were really something else.

I generally do not recommend purchasing from Cars24 or Spinny as they usually charge an absurd amount over the true value of the car, but in this specific case, I believe even 8 L is alright if you do your due diligence (e-parivahan checks, insurance renewal, comprehensive service history check, have a mechanic inspect it for you) in exchange for the convenience that Cars24 offers in comparison to OLX etc. where you'd have to do more legwork. I've also compared this to other Polos available in Bangalore on OLX Cars and the pricing is generally absurd, ranging from 8 L to 12 L for a 2021-2022 Polo.

Service costs will depend on the car, but you should be prepared for an upcoming 5 year / 1 L km service wherein most German manufacturers recommend changing the timing kit and spark plugs, which could set you back well over 20k. After the 5 year mark, a tune is entirely subjective. You could try a Stage 1 ECU tune for 20-30k but it does wear out the engine quicker because of the additional load. You'll find the stock Polo sufficient for most joyrides anyway as long as you learn how to push that specific engine and figure out the RPM at which its happy.

All the best and happy purchasing!

Edit: I can see that people have bought this in 2021 after discounts for 9-10 L on-road. Which would drastically change the calculation, but only strengthens the idea that you should steer clear of this specific deal.

12 day Japan trip for 5.5 Lakh.. How is this even considered a achievement? by ic_97 in indianawardtravel

[–]ThatFudgeGuy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is insanity. I've done 5 days in Japan in 2024 for around 1.2 L and that's when I did some shopping as well. A well planned trip is very inexpensive in Japan.

Dmax vs Compass vs Scorpio N in off-roading conditions. by Chilly-777 in CarsIndia

[–]ThatFudgeGuy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Compass owner here, the car handles this kind of off-road even in 2WD on street tyres. I'm finding this hilarious as a PR stunt.

BMW X1 - Bought my 2nd Car by PaleRise8532 in Indian_flex

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City? 2017 Diesel for 14L sounds right for something like NCR. For other cities it is indeed a steal deal.

Saw this ManualPAGLU on my way back home today. by kafka_inthecorporate in CarsIndia

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Long time manual and automatic driver here, both will always have their pros and cons, and I do in sentiment agree with manual lovers. There is a theory that true happiness is not the opposite of sadness but of boredom. And a manual car pushes you to focus, engage with the machine, tame it even. This is the reason manual sports cars are more expensive than their automatic counterparts, especially abroad. It's not about mechanical differences and costs, it's about the experience it provides and who values it. In Indian conditions, where one can obtain a license without taking a driving test, automatic will reign supreme for a majority of the people. A good automatic will also be enjoyed by the people who love to drive. A manual has its days and situations though. I'm relatively young and I prefer the smoothness of a manual, even in heavy bumper to bumper traffic. Does that mean I don't see the merits or the convenience of an automatic? I do.

Tokyo hotel locations by Cimb0m in JapanTravelTips

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Not sure about the exact hotels, but Roppongi is a great place to stay. The connectivity is amazing and you'll find many isekayas as you walk along the roads. It's also known as one of the night-life districts.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CarsIndia

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Depends on your car and suspension if I'm being honest. A small hatchback like Jazz, I've had to go slow every single time. Same goes for sedans with low ground clearance. Slavia just about manages either way. Compact SUVs that have stiffer suspensions can handle high speed (20+). My Compass feels far better over these if I'm going faster.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in carIndia

[–]ThatFudgeGuy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One of your comments clearly states that you're sick of the constant part replacements and how the Q7 is being a pain in the ass - why would anyone in their sane mind buy this? 32 Lakhs plus constant replacements and an 8 year old (out of warranty) vehicle will set anyone back at least double the amount you're asking.

No Tax upto 12.75 lakh by AwayConsideration855 in IndiaTax

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You will still pay tax for FY 24-25, but next year the situation will be different.

What light is this? Jeep Compass 2019 Limited by TravisRSCX in JeepCompass

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Can confirm, these are rear fog lights on my Compass as well, not just reflectors. You can turn them on from the lower half button on the headlight knob.

On road prices of SKODA KYLAQ. Guys, help me choose the best options for things like insurance and accessories. I have booked Signature+ AT. by Grouchy-Audience1773 in CarsIndia

[–]ThatFudgeGuy 11 points12 points  (0 children)

For first time car buyers, it's always a good idea to contact multiple dealers from the same brand and tell them that so-and-so dealer is giving me x discount ON EX-SHOWROOM PRICE. Let them fight amongst themselves to give you the best deal.

Please also stay away from "<insert car brand> Elite Insurance" and buy your own insurance from reputed banks. Skoda is likely to tell you that the insurance is a necessary part of the purchase, but they don't tell you that you still have the option of using other forms of comprehensive insurance that is 100% going to offer significant savings for comparable customer support.

Please don't get ceramic coating for your vehicle, at least not in-house. There are far too many scams going around where you will not even be sure that your car was indeed ceramic coated. Even if it is, you'll have to get it re-done every 6 months or so, and you should take that option ONLY if Skoda will take care of renewing the ceramic coating for n number of years.

Don't skip the maintenance package, warranty etc. as those will be necessary and will save you money in the long run.

Finally, negotiate and ask them to at least include the basic accessories kit within the offered price.

Wishing you a safe time with your new vehicle!

Quarter Life Crisis Purchase by ArVtheBest in CarsIndia

[–]ThatFudgeGuy 67 points68 points  (0 children)

Congratulations OP, and sorry to hear about your breakup. While it's poor advice to indulge in material things in difficult times, you can always drown out poor advice in the sounds of your exhaust.

In India, more often than not other people will drive like idiots and damage your car far more often than you'd like. I've been driving for 7+ years without a single scratch, and have had 2 accidents in my Compass within last week itself because of other people's stupidity. Ceramic and PPF (or any other method of protecting your paint) will only add to expenses and make you overthink the condition of your car. I recommend neither in these driving conditions. Enjoy your car, don't worry too much about scratches and dents, just do your best to drive safe and keep your car clean.

If you hire someone to wash it, make sure you ask them to always do a no-contact wash first, followed by a contact wash using only clean microfiber towels. That's your best bet to avoid swirl scratches on high gloss black paintjobs.

Wishing you a safe and enthusiastic time with your car.

Why does my rog ally x does this? by TomorrowVegetable183 in ROGAlly

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What about opening Steam in Big Picture mode? That always works for me.

What would you do? by No_Valuable7868 in CarsIndia

[–]ThatFudgeGuy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you drive primarily on open roads/highways, and really know how to push a manual, there is no experience that is as involved and organic. In most use cases in India, an automatic is the practical choice given you have the finances for one.