PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 I'm after a new motor hopefully in August but I'm torn between 2 entirely different models... Honda Civic... [ATTACH=CONFIG]119315[/ATTACH] 1.8 auto in dark grey Hilux Vigo... [ATTACH=CONFIG]119316[/ATTACH] Prerunner 3.0 d4d 4 door (black of course) The car's really plush, sexy and comfy, petrol, but the pickup's strong, diesel, practical, low maintenance etc. Either would be ok, but I'm torn. Looking for guidance (or something close.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stramash Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 I'm after a new motor hopefully in August but I'm torn between 2 entirely different models...Honda Civic... [ATTACH=CONFIG]119315[/ATTACH] 1.8 auto in dark grey Hilux Vigo... [ATTACH=CONFIG]119316[/ATTACH] Prerunner 3.0 d4d 4 door (black of course) The car's really plush, sexy and comfy, petrol, but the pickup's strong, diesel, practical, low maintenance etc. Either would be ok, but I'm torn. Looking for guidance (or something close.) What will you be using it for? Business? Long trips? City commutes? Etc... That would help with choice. Personally I think the pick up is an all round bet - they are pretty comfy these days so good for long trips (may also be able to get dirt bike in it?) But if majority of driving within city the pick up will be a ***** on fuel consumption., Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Driving mostly mate. And some looking at obviously. The Civic looks really tasty parked with the wheels slightly out of line. Ok driving to Rayong weekdays and back at the weekends. Bit of upcountry not off road though. Visiting the BOI (again and again) nothing too arduous. Maybe a long trip or too when I can. Maybe carry a bit of stuff about too. Will move to Rayong permanently next year. Both are nice mate, but the Honda's a car and the Toyota's well, a pick up truck. Mind in the floods last year pickups were still able to move around here. It boils down to comfort over practicality, running costs and maintenance, but it might think it'll come down to impulse on the day unless I get convinced one's better than the other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funky_house Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 You might want to also consider which will have a better resale value, if and when you decide to get rid of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stramash Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Driving mostly mate. And some looking at obviously. This is why I gave examples. Knew you would come back with a comment like that... Think there is one important question you need to ask; Are the flood prevention measures discussed last year in place yet? And are they likely to be in the next 2/3 years? (ok, that's 2 but you got one for free) If the answer to one (or both) is no, then it needs to be the pick up. Bkk to Rayong is what? 3 hours or so? In frequently bad weather on roads that are not exactly world class. Pick up again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Another thing is that Vigos are 10 a penny here, whereas Civics are only 9 a penny. Really, I'd be happy with either, it's the "I wish I'd got the other one" factor I'm trying to avoid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stramash Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Another thing is that Vigos are 10 a penny here, whereas Civics are only 9 a penny.Really, I'd be happy with either, it's the "I wish I'd got the other one" factor I'm trying to avoid. Custom paint job? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 (edited) You might want to also consider which will have a better resale value, if and when you decide to get rid of it. There si that mate yes. But bear in mind I bought a 500 quid Peugeot 306 a year ago as a cheap runaround for 165,000 (3,300 quid), which ran for a month and has been in the garage ever since, and I could still sell it for the same price. Check the classifieds next month mate do you very nice [ATTACH=CONFIG]119317[/ATTACH] Edited July 28, 2012 by PiAnt fuck you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olympos Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Bangkok - Rayong twice a week, sometimes upcountry including bad weather / road conditions / accident options i'd go for the Hilux Vigo. So i voted on the poll. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 I'm thinking tribal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Bangkok - Rayong twice a week, sometimes upcountry including bad weather / road conditions / accident options i'd go for the Hilux Vigo. So i voted on the poll. Cheers mate. Are you naked? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olympos Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Cheers mate.Are you naked? Ahemm yes. Most of the times i have girls at home. ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Yes I thought your post had a bit of a hey I'm naked thing going on. Opinion is definitely leaning me towards the Vigo. [ATTACH=CONFIG]119318[/ATTACH] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olympos Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Toyota Hilux Vigo MPG (Fuel Consumption) Toyota Hilux Vigo Fuel Economy & Emissions CO2 (carbon dioxide), mileage, fuel consumption and other emissions data for Toyota Hilux Vigo cars. Average fuel consumption 43.0 MPG and average CO2 output 174.8 g/kg (based on 871 models). Data table - click on a title to order by column: http://www.car-emissions.com/cars/index/toyota+hilux+vigo ------------------------------ Honda Civic MPG (Fuel Consumption) Honda Civic Fuel Economy & Emissions CO2 (carbon dioxide), mileage, fuel consumption and other emissions data for Honda Civic cars. Average fuel consumption 44.5 MPG and average CO2 output 156.4 g/km (based on 405 models). Data table - click on a title to order by column: http://www.car-emissions.com/cars/model/honda/civic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Hmm interesting statistics. Not much in it but diesel is much cheaper than petrol. And neither of them pump as much co2 into the air as I'd like, but that's something I'm just going to have to live with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olympos Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 This here is also interesting: Reputation The Hilux has gained a reputation for exceptional sturdiness and reliability, even during sustained heavy use and/or abuse, and is often referred to as "The Indestructible Truck". This was further reinforced on the BBC motoring show Top Gear, when a 1988 diesel Hilux with 305,775 km (190,000 mi) on the odometer was subjected to extraordinary abuse (in series 3, episodes 5 and 6). This consisted of driving it down a flight of steps, scraping buildings, crashing headlong into a tree, being washed out to sea, and being submerged in sea water for four hours, driving it through a garden shed, dropping a caravan onto it, hitting it with a wrecking ball, setting its cabin and bed area on fire, and, finally, placing it on top of a 73 m (240 ft) block of apartments that was next destroyed by a controlled demolition. Although it was now suffering from severe structural damage, the truck was still running after being repaired without spare parts, and with only typical tools that would be found in a truck's toolbox, such as screwdrivers, motor oil, and an adjustable wrench. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Hilux#Reputation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stramash Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Hayko ******* Clarkson... [ATTACH=CONFIG]119319[/ATTACH] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Cheers mate. Yes I've seen the Top Gear Hilux stuff they're pretty unstoppable though that was an old model. It was the new one with modifications they took to the North Pole too. I'm not doubting it's ability at all, just using it o a day to day basis for normal running around would the Civic be easier/more comfy and that? I am going more towards the Vigo now though no one's said anything different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stramash Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 killing a Toyota... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olympos Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Yes i just had copied the first sentences from Wikipedia, there is a lot more written. In my lifetime, living in different countries, i had 20-30 different 'normal' cars so far and twice a Mercedes G class. In a country such as Thailand, if you are not using the car mainly inside Bangkok, i'd always prefer a SUV for several reasons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olympos Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Hayko ******* Clarkson...[ATTACH=CONFIG]119319[/ATTACH] Iain i've been to Thailand quicker than you because i'm clever and i like to be naked at home with the girls If i'd prefer this kind of ladies - i'd move to UK. Ah and yes, i have heard about the traffic during Olympics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Yes I'm definitely thinking more of the practicality, low maintenance and running costs now too. And it's a nice looking motor after all. Plenty of leg room in the back and I could move stuff around with ease. I could even wear a lumberjack shirt and get away with it if so inclined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 I had this in mind... [ATTACH=CONFIG]119320[/ATTACH] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olympos Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Yes I'm definitely thinking more of the practicality, low maintenance and running costs now too. And it's a nice looking motor after all. Plenty of leg room in the back and I could move stuff around with ease. I could even wear a lumberjack shirt and get away with it if so inclined. The fuel costs will depend on your right foot, rotational speed of the engine and your feeling about the gear box. I am pretty much sure you can run the Hilux Vigo on a low cost, especially on long distances (Bangkok-Rayong) etc In my opinion there won't be a big difference in running costs to a Honda Civic. But as you said yourself, you will have much more options in practical use, comfort and safety as well. I had Ms 800 Baht short time in mind :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiAnt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 Yep. I'm convinced. [ATTACH=CONFIG]119321[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]119322[/ATTACH] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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