Tata Motors Unveils Ultracheap $2,500 Car in India

[Joel]

Well, they better sell it under another brand name here in Quebec (anywhere that speak French!), because here, "Tata" is French for "Stupid" or something like that.... :D

Do you mean, "teteux"?

I'd think English would be more of a problem.

"Do you like the Tatas, or do you prefer bodacious Tatas?"

[+Mirumir Subscriber¹]

I wouldn't turn faster than 10mph though. :p

That would depend on the height of the centre of gravity, the longitude of the wheel base, and the width. I don't see a problem with that looking at the car. ;)

[Wannes]

That would depend on the height of the centre of gravity, the longitude of the wheel base, and the width. I don't see a problem with that looking at the car. ;)

I'm not to sure but 10mph is low, you're right.

[Pilsbury]

is it really better to get a new cheap ass car like that or getting a used car that at least not look like a $10 toy.

Cars in India historically have been pretty pricey - new and used, and a large amount of them are derived from other manufacturer's old models. There is not a large readily available amount of used cars. If you had no car at all, or this, somehow, I suspect you'd choose this.

[psybapunk]

For the target audience, its perfect. What do you guys expect from a $2,500 car?

[Lyric]

For the target audience, its perfect. What do you guys expect from a $2,500 car?

better off buying a used car for $2,500 that has a/c /radio and nothing wrong with it (just high mileage) than buying this thing, its so terrible looking. I'd rather ride a scooter than drive that thing.

[Wannes]

better off buying a used car for $2,500 that has a/c /radio and nothing wrong with it (just high mileage) than buying this thing, its so terrible looking. I'd rather ride a scooter than drive that thing.

We're talking personal opinion here.

[Soham]

it won't come to the west. It is for only middle class in india. I think this great for families but not good for roads in india.

[Crazysah]

The design is good and the mileage is great. Small and great to park here in India. Will be a hit in some places in Asia and Europe.

[NotChetHanks]

The crazy thing is, the Indians would have to still "think about it" before buying.

[+Mirumir Subscriber¹]

The crazy thing is, the Indians would have to still "think about it" before buying.

You don't think when making a $2,500 purchase... or do you? Why are you making a racial issue out of this?

[NotChetHanks]

You don't think when making a $2,500 purchase... or do you? Why are you making a racial issue out of this?

Everyone does, it isn't a racial issue. Maybe I should get one of these since it only has 33 HP. ;)

[Wannes]

You don't think when making a $2,500 purchase... or do you? Why are you making a racial issue out of this?

Why not? I'm sure that $2,500 can still be a high price for some and there is no racial pun intented.

[DodgeViper]

The roads are so rough in india that I hate being in a car. I prefer it when I'm a jeep/land rover variant, trust me you would feel the same way when see all the potholes and 30cm high speed humps (this isn't how all of india is like just the parts the government doesn't bother developing)

I don't know how they build cars in india but they sure can go through alot of abuse such as late gear shifts or shifting into high gears too early, going through deep potholes upto 3inches deep and general long journeys.

[NotChetHanks]

Why not? I'm sure that $2,500 can still be a high price for some and there is no racial pun intented.

Don't pay attention to him, he just wants to pick at my posts because of the little disagreement we had a few days back.

[GNRambo]

Don't pay attention to him, he just wants to pick at my posts because of the little disagreement we had a few days back.

no offense, but that did seem like you're making it a racial issue with your first post. If everyone has to think about a purchase that size, then what was the point in even posting the first post anyways?

[NotChetHanks]

no offense, but that did seem like you're making it a racial issue with your first post. If everyone has to think about a purchase that size, then what was the point in even posting the first post anyways?

None taken. Do you have any Indian friends? The reason I ask is because it is a joke with my friend and I, well associate I should say. He is Indian and told me that it is a cultural thing and they need to consult with the entire family before making a decision. They are very very family oriented and don't buy things just to say they have it, they only buy it if it makes financial sense which is why they take time to purcahse. I have been in sales for a while and I realize that there are different types of buyers.

Blacks and Hispanics buy on emotion, Asains and Indians buy on logic. I learned all of this the hard way while books are being written as we speak on the subject. Another thing about the mentality of sales which I find very disturbing but has nothing to do with this point or post, blacks don't trust each other when it comes to sales. (Blacks hardly buy from blacks)

You can either wait for me to look it up tomorrow for you, or you can google it. I am going to sleep.

Oh and I didnt respond to the other guy because he was waiting to start a flame war which I am not up for. ;)

[+Mirumir Subscriber¹]

You see, if I was an Indian, I would be offended at what you said in post #35 because you made fun of my culture.

Don't pay attention to him, he just wants to pick at my posts because of the little disagreement we had a few days back.

Sorry to disappoint you, but I have more important things to do than get myself involved into forum drama. I'm not a forum stalker.

Good luck!

Edited January 18, 2008 by Zhivago

[qdave]

one thing with this car is that it has no AC..so imagine getting stuck on a hot summer day in some long traffic jam like they are in india.

[Wannes]

Don't pay attention to him, he just wants to pick at my posts because of the little disagreement we had a few days back.

Don't worry, I don't even look at the poster. I was just explaining my point of view.

[gaurav]

one thing with this car is that it has no AC..so imagine getting stuck on a hot summer day in some long traffic jam like they are in india.

I went to the Auto Expo the other day, and once the base model does well, they'll release an AC version as well (it was being showcased at the expo).

Will post some pics later.

[Wannes]

What was the price of the version you saw? The whole "special" point here is the $ 2,500. It will still be cheap, that's for sure, but the price will raise making it harder to buy for people who can just buy the $ 2,500 version.

[gaurav]

Its around INR 1,25,000 I think, not that bad.

Here are some more pics (sorry for the blurs, novice shooter here)

[Southern Patriot]

So basically, this is to India in 2008 what the Yugo was to the US 20 years ago, a cheap car that very few people (other than poor students and others with very little money) will buy. As much as I hate to admit it, I had a Yugo back then, and it was at least kind of fun to drive.

[Rahul]

You don't think when making a $2,500 purchase... or do you? Why are you making a racial issue out of this?

Hey cmon , im an Indian livin in India ......... the dude is right.

He aint racist or anything, actually its more like the poor mans vehicle, but it sure will f*** up our already f****** up Indian roads.

Ive heard that the company TATA is making just 100$ as profit per car.

one thing with this car is that it has no AC..so imagine getting stuck on a hot summer day in some long traffic jam like they are in india.

dude does a scooter have an AC ? so why bother