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Only eight Indians in a thousand own a car, but that’s set to change. The Indian Tata company is making a car that everyone can afford. Our Topic in Cooperation with Handelsblatt. Costing about 1700 euros, the Tata Nano has caused a sensation in the motoring world. And despite its low price, it has leading German technology. Important components like the diesel injection system, some of the electronics and the brakes come from German parts supplier Bosch. Bosch has dismantled complete production lines in Germany to rebuild in India. Claudia Laszczak accompanied an Indian engineer who has taken over a production line in Bosch’s Immenstadt works in southern Bavaria.

Car body kit is normally used to give a new good look to the car. The primary purpose is to use cosmetic tools for your car. The young guys generally like to modify their car with attracting car body kit. One should always choose a body kit best aligning with the lines of your car. The spray and paint must be sprayed properly and the paint should shine perfectly.

While modifying a car or installing a new body part, the color combination is the main problem. It is very essential to match the color of part with the whole car and finding the right color is difficult job. Each body part is important for the car such as the bumpers are used for the protection during the crash especially the front bumper, so the bumper should be of good strength. Generally people use aftermarket front bumper, aftermarket rear bumper. Spoilers are installed on the trunk of your car. One easy way to make your car look good is to add a spoiler. Spoilers are easy to install and an effective way to make the rear end look sportier and give some aerodynamics to your vehicle.

It is very difficult to apply different of body part in the car because these part don’t fit with the other parts or it may have different color so the best way to get your car a new custom body kit from any specialist body shop. If you are going to modify your car then select a good and reputed modifier. Don’t be a miser in spending some extra money on good quality body kits because a cheap or bad material will destroy all combination and look of the car and it`s only wasting of the money. The high quality surely will require high cost but it`s essential for your car.

If you are purchasing a full kit for your car then remember that all parts should be fitted proper and for that you can read the instruction manual carefully on the packing of the body kits and make sure all the parts provided in the list are present.

You can purchase different parts separately but it is very essential that the parts are of good quality. If the parts are of good quality then you can make combination with your whole car. These parts are hood, trunk, bumper etc. You can use aftermarket front bumper and aftermarket rear bumper in your car.

If you are looking for a small family car then chances are you will have been to the local car dealership to look at the latest offerings from Peugeot and Vauxhall. Both manufacturers have a long history of providing reliable vehicles to this segment of the market. The new Peugeot 308 and new Vauxhall Astra have built upon past success. So is it worth going new or should you opt for a used version of these classics?

The Peugeot 308

In September 2007 Peugeot released the Peugeot 308 under the tagline ‘The drive of your life’. It was built on the success of its predecessor the 307. The designers have managed to incorporate high standards of safety equipment and excellent road handling into the new model. It provides a spacious interior and greater carrying capacity which can be expanded to 1,398 litres when the seats are folded. The Peugeot 308 boasts class leading aerodynamics that helps reduce fuel consumption and emissions. The 1.4 VTi 95bhp with 5-spd manual gearbox retails at Peugeot dealers in the UK from GBP11995. The 1.6 HDi 90 bhp 5-spd manual gearbox can cost as little as GBP13295. The car performs well with the 1.6 THP 150 bhp version reaching 0-60 mph in just 8.8 seconds and a maximum speed of 132 mph. The 1.6 HDi 110 bhp version boasts 60.1 miles per gallon consumption rate.

Vauxhall Astra

Designed to ‘match the energy of your life’ the Vauxhall Astra provides innovative features to provide flexible space alongside safety and security. The Astra comes with twin front airbags, front seat side impact airbags, Anti-locking breaking system (ABS) and Electro-Hydraulic Power-assisted Steering. The Astra provides a flexible 60/40 or 40/20/40 split-folding rear seat and a vertical load restraining net to help maximise the spacious interior. The 1.4i 16v Manual can be purchased for as little as GBP12915 with the 1.3CDTi 16v (90PS) Manual diesel retailing from GBP14500 at Vauxhall dealerships. The Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.6 16v 115 Life 5dr can achieve 0-60 in 11.5 seconds and has a maximum speed of 115 mph. It has a four star rating from What car?

A new car will benefit from your exact specifications and buying new can be extremely fulfilling. It is however worth considering that depreciation is the biggest cost when running a car. It may be worth buying a used vehicle. The biggest drop in value happens within the first 12 months and you can save a lot of money buying second hand. This might not mean you have to miss out on a warranty with many reputable dealers offering 12 months on used vehicles and there is always the option to take out your own policy with an independent provider. But the main benefit to a used vehicle is the price. Here is a brief introduction to the used versions of the Peugeot and Vauxhall small family cars.

Peugeot 307 (2001-)

The Peugeot 307 benefits from a stylish design and is packed full of safety equipment. Criticisms have been made of the cars handling and it also has one of the smaller rear spaces on the market. The used version has demonstrated some problems with the suspension and head gasket so it is beneficial to expect and scrutinise service history. There are so many on the market that they can be picked up for as little as GBP2595 to GBP12570 and can provide you with a bargain.

Vauxhall Astra (2004-)

The used Vauxhall Astra from the same supple ride composed handling and strong engine as its younger sibling. It is important to check for signs of crash damage and uneven tyre wear. It is advisable to shop around to make sure you find the right one for you and to expect a full service history. It is a very reliable vehicle made popular because of a reputation for its tough durable motor and therefore represents a good option for buying used. It is the fifth choice in what car? recommended used car buying guide. It will set you back between GBP5435 and GBP11720.