Commented on 3501's review
Sep 26, 2008 03:42 PM
Congratulations on your new purchase. However, think this post shouldn't be here as this section is dedicated to Swift VDi (or LDi). Anyways, welcome to the Swift family and happy motoring!!
Commented on hari_mouthshut's review
Aug 13, 2008 10:20 PM
Hmm...there seems to be a concerted effort to show MUL cars in poor light. Saw another bad review on a Dzire. Think the Hyundai (or GM??) guys must be working overtime to plant these rubbish reviews. As a proud Swift owner (although diesel), I must assure people who read these reviews that there is ...no truth in what Mr.Hari_mouthshut writes. Hope MS figures out a way to control these kind of reviews.....Read More
Commented on dcdeepak's review
Aug 13, 2008 10:04 AM
Hi Deepak,
Congratulations on booking the VDi. I'm sure you've made the right choice and will enjoy your ride. Some thoughts on the accessories:
1. IMHO you need an upgrade of your tires, cos the stock tires suck. You can go for 185/70/R14 or 195/65/R14 as upgrades.
2. Music system - I got a P...ioneer 5090UB with B/W for about Rs.10000 around 4 months ago. It meets all your requirements. Also, JBL speakers are pretty good. At the rear, you can install a parcel tray and then mount speakers on it, or if luggage space is a concern, you can use the provision in the door.
3. Seat covers - at that budget, you can get Art leather seat covers, but discretion is advised, as art leather seat covers tend to get hot and uncomfortable in summer.
4. Mats, perfumes - these should be part of the 'freebies' that the dealer offers. You can get a 3M underbody coating for around Rs.3000. Sun films - there's a wide range from around Rs.700 - 7000, pick something that is within your budget and offers scratch resistance.
Hope this helps....good luck with the car!Read More
Commented on own review
Jul 11, 2008 12:12 PM
@palace35mm - I'm on 14' wheels with 195/65 profile tires. Guess there's a shortage of tires in this size; the other alternative being 195/60/R15.
Reviewed Maruti Suzuki Swift VDi
Jun 17, 2008 08:02 PM
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(Updated Jul 02, 2008 12:06 PM)
Just came back from Chikmagalur and thought I'll post some experiences.
First of all, the Swift DDIS is a beast on the highway, and it was a pleasure driving it.
The speedo touched 140 kmph a couple of times and I had to slow down, as my wife started freaking out! Even at that speed, it fe...Read more
Commented on own review
May 28, 2008 09:37 AM
You can opt for either 14' or 15' alloys. You'll have to ensure you get the right tire size though. The recommended upsizes are:
14': 185/70 (the one on the ZXI) or 195/65
15': 195/60 (this is the recommended upsize for a Swift)
I would suggest you stay away from going beyond 195 size. The fuel e...fficiency may come down marginally with 195 tires, but is negligible.
As far as alloy brands, you can go with League, Plati or Lenso (may be more expensive than the others).
Hope this helps!
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Commented on e_balasaravanan's review
Nov 25, 2007 10:31 PM
Hi..pretty interesting review. Was wondering how long you had to wait for your car to be delivered.
Some thoughts on your questions...
1. You should definitely write to Maruti about the paint problem, which is totally unacceptable.
2. You probably can get the idling reduced at a Maruti service st...ation (not sure if this is possible on the newer CRD engines though)
3. Check if the airflow is set to recycle...this is the arrow pointing backwards
4 and 5. Can't help with these...!!
6. Could be the fitting of the hatch or also the speaker plank, if you have one installed.
Cheers and do let us know how your car is doing after 5000-6000 Km.
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Reviewed Britto's - Bardez - Goa
Oct 09, 2007 12:28 PM
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I read a couple of reviews on MS about Britto's and decided to give it a try, while my wife and I were in Goa last weekend. I must say it was a great experience. First of all, the staff are friendly and the service is really quick. They have a wide variety of cuisine, ranging from pastas to the ...Read more
Commented on own review
Jul 06, 2007 01:47 PM
Hi Ipsita,
Thanks for the feedback. Definitely a must visit place, when you're in Bangalore next.
Cheers,
Sanjay
Reviewed Barbeque Nation - Indiranagar - Bangalore
Jul 05, 2007 11:24 PM
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Well, I was trying to find a good restaurant to take my wife out to, on our wedding anniversary. A friend of mine suggested Barbeque Nation and it certainly did not disappoint!! The unique concept about this restaurant is that they have a mini grill at the table. The starters you order come to y...Read more
Commented on own review
Jun 12, 2007 10:31 AM
Yes, it definitely increases fuel efficiency. This is of course if you continue with the same tires. If you upgrade to wider tires, then it sort of evens out or may lead to a slight dip in fuel efficiency. Maintaining the right air pressure is also critical in obtaining optimum fuel efficiency.
Commented on own review
Jun 08, 2007 03:08 PM
Thanks for the feedback. My car is usually parked outside as I don't have a covered parking area. The rubber tends to harden faster and hence, I've needed to change the wiper blades once every year
Reviewed General Tips on Safe Driving
Jun 07, 2007 05:43 PM
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Encouraged by the positive feedback from my earlier reviews, decided to write more on a subject close to my heart – automobiles and driving.
I would like to categorize this into different segments. Read on to find out more….
*City driving
*If you live in a city like Bangalore, then driv...Read more
Reviewed Tips on Modifications and Enhancement in Cars
May 31, 2007 02:13 PM
4518 Views
Well, this is an old post. I found it quite interesting and decided to add my thoughts! Alloys are definitely better looking than their steel counterparts and add to the glam quotient of your car.
Since they are made of aluminum, they are lighter than ordinary steel wheels and decrease the ov...Read more
Reviewed Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 LXi
Mar 20, 2007 04:26 PM
5911 Views
I have a 2004 model Alto LXi and am now looking to upgrade.Thought this would be a good time to share my experience with the car. First of all, it's a great small car and absolute value for money. I've covered close to 50, 000 Km and no problems so far, touch wood!I follow the maintenance schedu...Read more
