The classic/fave car thread

[ElwoodBlues1]

I feel the same way about VW EB. Last one I owned was a Beetle 1500 back in the 70s. Was not sorry to see that go and the emmissions scandal was the final straw, ensuring I will never buy VW again. What do you think of the Lexus UX?

Cookie, Are you thinking of the hybrid 2023 version ?.did read somewhere they are only making the hybrid from now on.

[LP]

Cookie, Are you thinking of the hybrid 2023 version ?.did read somewhere they are only making the hybrid from now on.

One thing about these hybrids is that the electric motors can deliver heaps of torque across a wider bandwidth than a convnetional motor. Add to that they can be very effecively sealed against dust and moisture, and you get regenerative braking on descent, so I think it won't be long before we see serious off-road vehicles in the form of hybrids.

[cookie2]

Cookie, Are you thinking of the hybrid 2023 version ?.did read somewhere they are only making the hybrid from now on.

I was looking at a 2ltre petrol but I would consider a hybrid.  Not really interested in a full EV as yet. My needs are fairly simple these days.

[ElwoodBlues1]

I was looking at a 2ltre petrol but I would consider a hybrid.  Not really interested in a full EV as yet. My needs are fairly simple these days.

Lexus are well built and reliable but always over priced but you pay for what you get. Hybrids come at a premium to the standard petrol variety so you have to be doing the k's to get your money back on the price difference or be wanting to channel your inner woke spirit and look at the hybrid as your effort to make the world a bit greener.
UX200 Petrol version seems to have a few enhancement packs to choose from as well....Id be going the 18 inch wheels with run flats and any extra safety gear but ignoring any of the other gimmick stuff.....
Comfort and seating is always A grade in Lexus vehicles so Id expect that to be the same and while the Sport performance aspect seems to get bagged out in a few reviews I read I dont think thats going to worry you too much and given your history and satisfaction with the brand from a few of your comments I can remember I cant see you going to wrong with the UX200.
It will have decent resale value being a Lexus so you have some protection if  it proved to be not what you wanted.
If you did want a hybrid I'd probably look at the top line RAV4 first as its much cheaper with AWD all be its not a compact SUV/Cross over.

[cookie2]

Lexus are well built and reliable but always over priced but you pay for what you get. Hybrids come at a premium to the standard petrol variety so you have to be doing the k's to get your money back on the price difference or be wanting to channel your inner woke spirit and look at the hybrid as your effort to make the world a bit greener.
UX200 Petrol version seems to have a few enhancement packs to choose from as well....Id be going the 18 inch wheels with run flats and any extra safety gear but ignoring any of the other gimmick stuff.....
Comfort and seating is always A grade in Lexus vehicles so Id expect that to be the same and while the Sport performance aspect seems to get bagged out in a few reviews I read I dont think thats going to worry you too much and given your history and satisfaction with the brand from a few of your comments I can remember I cant see you going to wrong with the UX200.
It will have decent resale value being a Lexus so you have some protection if  it proved to be not what you wanted.
If you did want a hybrid I'd probably look at the top line RAV4 first as its much cheaper with AWD all be its not a compact SUV/Cross over.

Thanks for your input EB, most useful. I just sold the IS300 after 8 years and got a good price on that. Seems they are becoming a popular old bus and increasingly hard to find, at least a good one. The pressure's on now to find a replacement.

[ElwoodBlues1]

Latest offering from Mao's Garage(MG) is the MG4Excite51 which is a full EV(350km range)for about $38k plus ORC or $139 a week if you want to take up Albos incentive package if you lease the vehicle through your employer. Three models with the 51 as the base and the other two just add another battery module each time with the top of the range at around 56K and good for about 500km range. Not a fan of Chinese Vehicles myself but MG is gaining traction in Australia as I have said before and this latest offering is sure to attract newbie EV purchasers who have been prevented buying due to the extreme prices of EV's.
The MGExcite probably suits as the second car or mums taxi but I'll be interested in the sales and takeup of the Govt incentives given the leasing price is very cheap imho.

[ElwoodBlues1]

https://www.9news.com.au/national/electr...8be3ff8cb4
Pity Dan isnt around to explain his illegal tax, Adam Bandt warning the Albanese Govt not to try and impose a national Tax is about the best thing he has done since entering politics although Im sure Albo and his State Labor stooges will try and get the lost revenue back with some other underhanded suedo EV tax like jacking up Rego's of old gas guzzlers etc...

[Macca37]

https://www.9news.com.au/national/electr...8be3ff8cb4
Pity Dan isnt around to explain his illegal tax, Adam Bandt warning the Albanese Govt not to try and impose a national Tax is about the best thing he has done since entering politics although Im sure Albo and his State Labor stooges will try and get the lost revenue back with some other underhanded suedo EV tax like jacking up Rego's of old gas guzzlers etc...

So with no State tax and Bandt threatening to vote down a Federal tax, how will EV owners be made to contribute their  fair share of revenue to cover road maintenance and repairs?  Keep in mind that any EV weighs approx 200kg more than an equivalent ICE vehicle.

[Thryleon]

Anyone know anything about the Chery Omoda?  Looks like a pretty good offering, although am skeptical as the made in china tag is likely hanging over its head. 

[ElwoodBlues1]

Anyone know anything about the Chery Omoda?  Looks like a pretty good offering, although am skeptical as the made in china tag is likely hanging over its head. 

They sponsor Stkilda.....most EV's come from China so its a sad reality if you want an EV its going to be Chinese manufactured more than likely. Chery have had a dubious safety record over the journey and hence have had to exit the Aus market previously but now have returned with some new offerings that are meant to be better and 5 star ANCAP rated.
If I was going to buy Chinese Id buy MG who are now in the top ten car makers in Australia which means they will have more dealerships, better service backup etc. Car Companies invest in consumer backup on the basis of how many units they sell so more sales means better service, more techs, more spare parts and more chance they will honour warranties.
Id be skeptical of Chery myself or any Chinese car maker although MG like I said appear to have made improvements and dont appear to be providing consumer affairs with too many cases.