Hello to all the Mouthshut Users.This is R.K.Mishra from ranchi.This review is to share my experiences with my old faithful buddy-The Maruti 800 DX(5-speed).Bought this car from patna on 25th March 2000, for Rs 280000/-, I have already clocked nearly 108000 kms and the car is still running strong and smooth.
My initial view about this car was very bad.Just within 2 days of its ownership, I came to know that the A/C connection was not done.I received a letter of regret from maruti when I had intimated them about this fault, A free replacement of the entire A/C kit was done through their dealership.Even an offer was made to me for the replacement of the product, if I wished as the car was merely 9 days old.But I was offered Caribbean Blue colour.I just loved my california gold colour.So I had opted for the replacement of the A/C unit.
I have covered almost every tourist spot of eastern, northern and central India with this car.Not even once has this car given us any problem admist our journey.The only care which I have taken is that of periodic maintenance and servicing as stated by Maruti.
*Engine Specs:-
*MAX POWER-45bhp
MAX TORQUE-62Nm
GEARBOX-5 SPEED M/T
Rest everything is the same as that of other maruti 800’s.
*Mileage-(with 4 persons)
*Highways-20kmpl(A/Con)
22kmpl(A/C off)
City-16kmpl(with A/C on)
18kmpl(with A/C off)
*Top Speed Achieved-**115kmph
*Pros-
>*excellent reliability
>excellent road handling
>outstanding mileage
>cheap maintenance
>a value for money product
*Cons-
*Cramped up rear seating less boot space. Lesser effective A/C. I just wonder why such an outstanding product was discontinued by Maruti.I feel this step was done just to reduce a competitor for Alto LX.However still this car has a craze in True Value outlets and Second Hand Cars Showroom.
*Suggestion-If you wish to own a second hand Maruti 800, this is the option for which you should go for.You will definitely get the worth out of your hard earned money.**Suggestions and queries from valued readers are welcomed.
Regards.
R.K.Mishra