When it comes to buying a used car, most people seek out the popular and proven models. However, among the Toyotas, Fords, and Volkswagens, there are some hidden gems that could offer more bang for your buck without compromising on quality and performance. This article explores underrated used cars that…
Category: Under R200,000
Reviews and info on used cars under R200,000 are found in this category to help you make better-informed decisions.
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Used Car Buying Guide: Nissan NP200
The Nissan NP200 is the kind of pickup that sneaks up on you. It’s unassuming at first glance, but akin to discovering a rugby player can dance ballet – you’re in for a pleasant surprise! Often in the shadows of the gargantuan bakkies like Toyota’s Hilux and Ford’s Ranger, the…
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The 7 Most Popular Used Cars in South Africa for R150,000 or Less
If you’re in the market for a reliable and affordable used car, our South African is home to a diverse range of options. Even with a budget of R150,000 or less (and pay around R2,500 to R3,000 per month), you can still get your hands on a popular, well-maintained used…
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The case for the Honda Jazz
The Honda Jazz is a sensible, fuel-economical, comfortable and reliable car – and popular with old people. Don’t let that put you off!
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Used City Car Shootout
City Cars offer more driving thrills and frills for budget buyers without the bland and boring appeal of yesterday for South Africa used car shoppers.
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Used Car Review: 2009 Mercedes-Benz C350 Avantgarde Automatic
Did you know that the average age of passenger cars on our roads is 10 years? That’s surprising and incredibly telling: cars built a decade or so ago were fantastic machines on the whole and the appeal to hold onto a good example makes a lot of sense. Think back…
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Used Car Review: 2013 BMW 116i 5-Door
A rear-wheel drive hatchback? Yes, please! BMW’s 1-Series has grown up since its 2006 introduction. Now a more rounded hatchback, it appeals to a far wider audience than its forebear. Gone are the divisive styling cues, the somewhat iffy handling. The second-generation, the F20 series, is bigger, more comfortable, more…
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Used Car Review: 2011 Audi Q5 2.0T FSI Quattro S-Tronic
Ageless styling with performance to trouble hot hatchbacks. The first generation Audi Q5 set the cat amongst the proverbial pigeons when it was introduced to the local marketplace in 2009. High equipment levels, dynamic driving characteristics and class-leading levels of refinement mated to gutsy petrol- and diesel-powered engines made for…