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Commented on dnyanesh666's review

I called it my Herby
Fiat Premier Padmini

Dnyanesh, this was a short & sweet review. My father too owns a 1988 padmini which still serves our family as a loyal soldier so i can understand your feelings when u bid her goodbye. I too have written a review on the padmini titled 'My Childhood Sweetheart'. I think we share the same feelings a...bout cars :)Read More

Reviewed Maruti Eeco

Practical, Economical & Utilitarian

The Maruti Eeco had a rather soft launch unlike the Ritz and A-star. But that does not mean that the Eeco is just another Van like the Omni or Versa. I believe that the Eeco is a common man's Multi-purpose Vehicle. Practical motoring at affordable price, I think that is what truly defines the ne...Read more

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Commented on VAVO's review

TATA VFM - But with some glitches
Tata Indigo CS

@ Vivek Short but informative review. Vivek, i often wonder why TATA does not improve the quality of workmanship. . TATA should also think of competing on quality level rather than just competing on the Price factor because there are many prospective buyers who do not mind shelling a few thou...sands extra for better quality in a TATA product. Anyways, i hope the car dealer rectifies the problems soon. Cheers.Read More

Commented on mac_31's review

Need some help on Maruti Esteem 2003 model
Maruti Suzuki Esteem

Hi Madhan, i cannot answer the technical aspects of the problems that you are facing with your Esteem but since even i own a Nov 2004 (type 3) Esteem i wish to clear some of your doubts. Believe me the Esteem is a trustworthy family car. Vibrations from the dashboard, rear spoiler and bonnet are com...mon in most Esteems and it has to be rectified during every service. If you are a soft driver, your car will surely give you about 10 kmpl in the city. On highways if you maintain a speed of 70 km/hr to 80 km/hr between 1500 to 2000 RPM in 5th gear, you can expect about 17 kmpl. Since you have purchased a used vehicle, you cannot sure how the previous owner handled the car. So i advice you to take the car to an authorised maruti workshop and get it inspected and serviced in your presence. The supervisor will check all aspects of your car and will inform you the actual condition of the car and what kind of repairs are required to bring the car in top running condition. Later it is your discretion whether to get the work done from an authorised dealer or local garage. Any maruti authorised dealer all over India will charge Rs.650 for servicing an Esteem.Read More

Commented on antonygeorge's review

Old technology monoshock without linkage
Honda Unicorn 150 cc

Your technical knowledge is commendable. You have rightly said that Honda is not giving the Indians the latest in automotive engineering, though they ensure that quality is top class. Even in the 4 wheeler segment their cars are not 'feature rich'. Secondly, i have observed that in Mumbai, Honda dea...lers have some kind of arrogance in their behaviour . . . they take their customers for granted. BTW, your's was a short but informative review. Cheers.Read More

Commented on subhojit009's review

Wish to buy a Unicorn please advise
Honda Unicorn 150 cc

Hello Subhojit, i would recomment the Unicorn, especially the black one without any graphics. It looks bulky, has a superb engine and great stability at high speeds. The CBZ extreme too is a very good bike but its too flashy. On the other hand, Unicorn has subtle and matured looks which i prefer. Ho...nda’s engine and technology is beyond compare. However, in Mumbai i find that Honda dealers are very arrogant, i dont know the situation at your place. Don't expect any discounts on Honda products though. Cheers Jeev BalwantRead More

Reviewed Fiat Premier Padmini

My Childhood Sweetheart

We had a school re-union on the 16th Nov 2008 and as old friends greeted and hugged one another while inquiring of the well being of each others family, I was not surprised when one of my friends asked me “Hows your BLD?” The “BLD” he was referring to is my father’s Premier Padmini(Registrati...Read more

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Commented on own review

My Companion for life !
Kawasaki Caliber

Thank you all for your comments. And just to inform you that my caliber is still with me having crossed 68000 kms and 9 years on 29th July 2008. Cheers Jeevan Balwant

Commented on rakayush's review

LIC not paying claims- may be short of funds
LIC Life Insurance

Dear Rakayush, in my personal opinion you seem to be misinformed about LIC’s Claim paying statistics and financial soundness. There could also be a possibility of you having a bad experience with LIC. I wish to inform you and everyone concerned that LIC’s claim settlement ratio is 96.97% and it i...s the best in India. But like every prudent insurance company, LIC will certainly reject claims that are proved to be of fraudulent nature. Secondly, when LIC’s Financial ability to pay Claims is challenged, i wish to inform you and everyone concerned that LIC’s Asset base is over Rs.5 Lac Crore (thats a 14 digit figure). LIC’s yearly income is over Rs.1 Lac Crore. Similarly, it is also one of India’s biggest Real Estate owner besides Indian Railways and Port Trust. So rest assured that there are no worries on LIC's Financial ability to pay any bonafied policyholder is concerned You may also note that LIC is India’s biggest Domestic Financial Institution and it has played a mature and dominant role as far as investments in Indian Stock Market is concerned. Time and again people have witnessed how LIC turns a market saviour whenever there is a Stock Market crash. Finally, in a customer base of over 17 Crore policyholders there are bound to be some policyholders who have complaints against LIC but also remember that LIC has been voted as ’India’s Most Trusted Service Brand’ consecutively for the past 5 years, ever since this prestigious award came into existence. And even if your worst fear comes true, please remember that LIC and Provident Fund has a sovereign guarantee of the Govt of India unlike UTI or any other Financial Institution. If you have any genuine complaint against LIC, please write to the IRDA or Insurance Ombudsman which are independent bodies governing Insurance business in India. (Rakayush, I am an employee of LIC and i thought i should clarify certain points to the best of my ability and i have no intention of proving you wrong on thiRead More

Commented on paish's review

Over 6ft in height ? Go for it !!!!!
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Hey Shreyas, congrats on buying the New Wagon R. Its the ultimate vehicle in the Small Car segment. The New Wagon R can be safely termed as the Luxury Small Car. It has got intelligent features except for one drawback and that is the gear shift which remains very poor. However, the other goodies com...pensate for that. Do keep us informed about how that car is performing. Our best wishes are with you !Read More

Commented on williams_ng2000's review

Is Hyundai going the Daewoo way ?
Hyundai Santro Xing eRLX

I agree to your most of ur valid points, but santro is not as bad as Maruti 800 as quoted by u. At the same time it isnt comparable to the Wagon R either. I seriously wonder why Hyundai India Motors is neglecting the Santro.

Commented on own review

Is Santro a good bargain ?
Hyundai Santro Xing eRLX

Sauravray, yours was the best comment i read. Very well laid and addressed, thanks. How would you rate the leg room of the santro ? I think Wagon R has more legroom and roomy interiors, do let me know your opinion. Secondly do keep me informed about the fuel average, i still do not feel that ERLX h...as better fuel average as compared to the Wagon R.Read More

Reviewed Kawasaki Caliber

My Companion for life !

It was way back, precisely on the 29th July 1999 at 4 pm that I had taken the delivery of my Bajaj Caliber and took it straight to the Saibaba Mandir at Vile Parleto seekthe lord's blessings. After all this was the first vehicle I owned. Though we had a family car, I never had even a bicycle for...Read more

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Reviewed Hyundai Santro Xing eRLX

Is Santro a good bargain ?

The Indian Middle Class is lucky when it comes to deciding which car to buy. In the Rs. 2.5 lac to 4.5 lac budget you have the choice of an 800, Alto, Zen, Omni, Wagon R & Santro. The Wagon R and Santro have emerged as favourites of the Indian Middle Class. Earlier, Santro Xingseemed to be a ...Read more

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