Buying a pick-up! (Yep you heard me right)

**ThePatriarch** · January 25th, 2010 01:47 PM

Originally Posted by tidus1203

After much research I have concluded that the Strada will fit my needs better than the Ranger. I don't need the off-roading I just need a car that can carry 5 sacks of rice and a handful of kilos of meat and veggies. I think the Strada can do it but also I put a premium on riding comfort, being a SF owner I have very high tastes for ride quality and I think the Strada trumps the Ranger in that regard.

Now that's settle, can anyone refer me to a good agent? Medyo natatakot ako sa Mitsubishi (base on my own personal experience in the past and stories I read and heard) since I always have this sense na marami sa kanila mandaraya at hindi staright to the point!

And duon sa isang agent nakausap ko sabi sakin merong waiting list ang Strada as long as 3 weeks? True?

for the unit, try mo si Jessa - 09178069439 Citimotors Las Pinas... tell her referred ka ng Strada Club... madali kausap and hindi ka bobolahin

for the service, ok sa akin ang Diamond Motors (Q. Ave and Marcos Hiway)

and sali ka na rin sa TSCP...

**tidus1203** · January 25th, 2010 01:55 PM

Nyek! Las Pinas?? Taga QC ako eh, meron ba na magaling na agent dito lang sa Diamond Q. Ave or maskin duon sa Greenhills pwede na din! Wag naman Las Pinas!

**renzo_d10** · January 25th, 2010 02:34 PM

^ Sa Mits. QA. Mukhang maayos ang mga ugali ng agents duon nung bumisita ako - accomodating.

Malungkot nga lang ang aura ng dealership na iyun.

**tidus1203** · January 25th, 2010 02:41 PM

Yeah. Among the 5 dealerships in that area (Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda and Mitsubishi) yung Mitsubishi ang pinakamdumi at pinaka madilim. Iba nga yung aura nya!

**tidus1203** · February 17th, 2010 07:33 PM

At this point I still have not decided which truck to get. Bibili pa ako sa April so there is still time! Pero things have changed. Now I am confused between the Strada and Frontier Navara! Muntikan na ako mag Strada pero alanganin ako sa mataas nyang PMS cost. How is the PMS cost of the Navara? What are the pros and cons of getting either?

I know I discounted the Navara before due to price but I think its a no factor anymore.

Thanks truck lovers!

**JPG111** · February 17th, 2010 08:41 PM

Originally Posted by tidus1203

At this point I still have not decided which truck to get. Bibili pa ako sa April so there is still time! Pero things have changed. Now I am confused between the Strada and Frontier Navara! Muntikan na ako mag Strada pero alanganin ako sa mataas nyang PMS cost. How is the PMS cost of the Navara? What are the pros and cons of getting either?

I know I discounted the Navara before due to price but I think its a no factor anymore.

Thanks truck lovers!

The PMS cost of the navara is cheaper than Strada but the navara is the more expensive truck.. Its hard to decide which to get coz both pick up's are good, each with their pro's & cons.. The navara has a bigger cargo space but the strada is higher.. Both have good suspension/riding comfort, best in their class.. The navara is more powerful with higher HP & Torque.. The thing i hate about the navara is its turning radius, its shorter compared to the strada.. In the end whichever you choose panalo ka pa din in choosing the navara or strada coz both are really good pick up trucks :2thumbsup:

**tidus1203** · February 17th, 2010 08:55 PM

Sir Can you give figures as to how much is a typical PMS for Navara?

**renzo_d10** · February 17th, 2010 09:00 PM

The Navara is a more macho vehicle. It has this devilish look. :devil:

The Strada on the other hand, is a ***ier vehicle. It has this angelic look on it. :angel:

You won't be however be turned down by the Strada's power, too. It's almost, if not the same, equal with the power of the navara.

Both are good vehicles, yes. In either case, you won't be regretting whichever choice you make.

**noobskie** · February 17th, 2010 09:16 PM

Have you considered second hand vehicles? Or would this pickup also be used personally? If it was the latter, I'd recommend the Navara. Bigger bed means more cargo and I assume it can also haul heavier goods. Looks better for me but that's subjective. Would've recommended the Ranger had you not crossed it out of your list.

**mazzipino** · February 17th, 2010 09:28 PM

I can vouch for the poor turning radius in my Navara. On paper, I didn't think much of it but at times it's a bit of a hassle. 3-point turns become 6-point turns. But apart from that everything else is sweet. It's built really tough.

After consulting with my neighbours Strada, PMS costs are slightly cheaper than Strada, and it's hella quick for a pickup. Ride height is lower than the other pickups and it holds 80L for a full tank.

Hey just flip a coin and let us know which one you choose! :D