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    Interested in a Brio as good run around car.

    Normal bullshit when asking the local Honda dealer for the base model.

    No Have we no have this model.


    Installing a radio is easy enough as well as driving a standard transmission, yet they No Have .

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    Quote Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog View Post
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    Marmite, looked at the website and like the Neo. It is refreshing to see a 3 door versus the common 5 door models. Where is the dealer located in Udon? Anyone know about dependability and value for the money?
    The dealer is on the ring-road between the Khon Kaen & Big C (old store) junctions.
    I will go around and take a look. Not a lot of good things being said about this car, but I would still like to take a test drive.

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    Quote Originally Posted by rickschoppers
    Where's the rear door handle then?
    It's the little black plastic bit just befroe it reaches a sort of point.

    I tink that rear window looks horrible!

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    Quote Originally Posted by jizzybloke View Post
    Quote Originally Posted by rickschoppers
    Where's the rear door handle then?
    It's the little black plastic bit just befroe it reaches a sort of point.

    I tink that rear window looks horrible!
    OK, but I still like the design better than the flat rear window of the current Thai Brio. Just my own personal design preference and I am still having problems with current Thai choices in the 400,000 baht range.

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    I meant the window on the rear doors with that strange looking bodywork coming down from the roofline!

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    Yes, understood about the rear door handles and I was just giving my opinion on the rear of both Brios shown. I am hoping Honda changes the ugly rear window on the current Thai Brio to something more like the Fiesta.
    It should be fun test driving all the cars and I do know they always say they do not have the base models, but I would think Bangkok would have one somewhere once I make a final decision on what to buy.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jizzybloke View Post
    Quote Originally Posted by rickschoppers
    Where's the rear door handle then?
    It's the little black plastic bit just befroe it reaches a sort of point.

    I tink that rear window looks horrible!
    and the trunk/boot opens only from the inside.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SEA Traveler
    and the trunk/boot opens only from the inside.
    I believe it can be opened with the remote.

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    Any more test drives or thoughts on the Brio? I will be test driving it next month and value all of your comments and reviews. It is still the front runner in my mind even though I will be test driving several other "eco" cars in Thailand before making my final decision. My plan is to trade in a 2001 Nissan Frontier pick up and know this is not the most cost effective thing to do, but it probably will be the easiest. We do not need three cars, so somthing has to go and it will not be the new Vigo.
    Thanks to everyone for giving their comments and they have given me more food for though as I get ready to make a purchase.

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    Quote Originally Posted by rickschoppers
    My plan is to trade in a 2001 Nissan Frontier pick up and know this is not the most cost effective thing to do, but it probably will be the easiest.
    I would assume you'd get a better deal from Nissan (against the March) than from one of the other companies, but they're terrible cars from what I've seen.

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    With the announcement of tax rebates by the government today you might find that a few more cars fall within your price range , like the Yaris or Vios with 100,000 baht rebates :


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    If you're looking at a 500,000 baht car, and could justify adding another 100,000 baht, then I'd suggest that the Hond City is a much more practical car with regard to boot space, people carrying capacity, comfort and room, feeling of solidity and safety.

    On the downside, it will use more fuel if you are driving in heavy traffic; if you drive on open roads or a mix of the two then it might work out better.

    Up to you, but I just felt these little cars were uncomfortable to sit in and drive, whereas the City felt that much better that I could justify the extra expense.
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    Thanks Banyai, but we do not qualify for the tax break since we are not first time buyers. Also, I am not quite sure what they mean by "tax break."

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    Bettyboo, I have actually already considered the Honda City but feel it is not what I need. If I could get away with it, I would probably just buy a Tata since we are only talking about quick trips to Tesco and around town.
    I still plan to save my final decision until I test drive and see what kind of offers the car dealers are willing to give. The front runner is still the Honda Brio.

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    Fair enough, good luck... Honda should be up for some free mats, sun film, a spoiler or two, an umbrella, under-sealant, rear parking sensor and a free keyring. Just my experience...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bettyboo View Post
    Fair enough, good luck... Honda should be up for some free mats, sun film, a spoiler or two, an umbrella, under-sealant, rear parking sensor and a free keyring. Just my experience...
    Thanks again and good to know.

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    Well, I have a new dilema. I am seriously thinking about buying a nice 1994 BMW 325I for around 300,000 baht instead of a Honda Brio. I am having trouble with spending 400,000+ on the Honda Brio or other eco car. I am still thinking about it, but I just don't like the styling of the eco cars in Thailand.
    What does everyone think about this trade off?

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    I would worry about maintenance on the beemer. Especially the air con system. With the new car you get a nice long warranty.

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    Yes AO, I feel the same way. The owner will be showing me the paperwork to all maintenance he has done to the car. He states is has been worked on by a very good Bimmer mechanic that is not located in the dealership. I know these cars can run 300,000 miles plus without any major surgery to the drivetrain as long as they are well maintaned.
    It is a little bit of the risk but one I may be willing to take since I do like the body style much more than Honda or Nissan. I will wait and see what others have to say.

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    300k for a second hand car worth a fraction of that is more of a false economy than buying a toy car like a Brio in my opinion.

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    Yes, but when in Thailand... The more Brios I see on the road, the less I like them. I wouldn't spend 400k on one; A 2001 Volvo S40 (if you know somebody who can service it well) or an old beemer if it's in good condition is a much better car, but for an old motor it is big money.

    The Brio will be trouble free for 5-10 years, but it's a horrible little cheap thing, imho. My City feels cheap, never mind the Brio - not sure you'd want to live with it. Hondas are very good, but you can feel the cost cutting...

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    I saw a Suzuki swift the other day, i thought it was a Mini at first, had the same bonnet stripes as the Mini too


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    Quote Originally Posted by rickschoppers View Post
    Well, I have a new dilema. I am seriously thinking about buying a nice 1994 BMW 325I for around 300,000 baht instead of a Honda Brio. I am having trouble with spending 400,000+ on the Honda Brio or other eco car. I am still thinking about it, but I just don't like the styling of the eco cars in Thailand.
    What does everyone think about this trade off?
    Have been asked the same question before a couple of times.
    Last time it was an Audi A6 vs an Opel Corsa for 220.000 Baht, essentially the same year of production (1996?).
    I clearly voted for the Audi. As it was made to cost new the equivalent of about 30.000 Euro vs. 7.000 Euro for the Corsa. You will see and feel that everywhere.

    But in your case the question is new car with full warranty and road side assistance vs. a barely legal 18 year old (Bimmer).
    I'd say, unless you (not the previous owner) know a very reliable BMW Mechanic, that is not a 70 or 80km drive away if the car won't start, forget it.

    The BMW is a much better car to drive and even if it's a pile of junk that wouldn't cost the equivalent of 50.000 Baht back home, has a much higher "status value" here.
    But if ever one stupid local grease monkey (pun) has put his hand on it, will likely spend more time in the Garage than on the road.
    There is just so much stuff those guys can fuck up in 18 years.

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    ^ Gotta agree, you'd be nuts to buy an 18 year old Beemer, think of the price of parts, then all the gas it will guzzle, then the garage bills

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    Quote Originally Posted by sabaii sabaii View Post
    I saw a Suzuki swift the other day, i thought it was a Mini at first, had the same bonnet stripes as the Mini too

    I like these a lot. I've suggested to the missus we out the City (in my name) and buy one of these in her name (getting the tax break, as it'll be her first car). She didn't like the idea, but I've seen some lovely versions, I think I might go for a test drive to see how cheap, or not, it feels.

    Anybody have one or test driven one?

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