Isuzu Alterra

**c2c** · July 20th, 2009 12:10 AM

[SIZE=2]Hi Guys/Gals,

[/SIZE] [SIZE=2]I've been reading this thread for quite some time now and pansin ko bakit walang reply about new Alterra model coming out.

Actually, I've been in a dilemma for 3 weeks na and sakit na ng ulo ko. I've been choosing between Alterra'09 and Everst '09. From what I read and heard from people I asked.....syempre pagdating sa diesel...ISUZU. Comfort and FC Alterra is ahead with the 3rd generation diesel euro 3 engine.

But....but I'm still hesitant because I also read in a lot of auto thread that Alterra is and old unit already and might be changed soon.

Can someone please share their thoughts of a new Alterra body coming out and not just facelift again with accessories. Plssssssss lang share your thoughts..... 1M++ of cash is not easy to earn and I just want to buy something worth it. I'm afraid that when I buy the '09 Alterra unit...next year may bago na....biglang depreciated and '09 unit.

Help! help! Sakit na talaga ulo ko

More power to you all![/SIZE]

**Benzmizer** · July 20th, 2009 01:41 AM

Originally Posted by c2c

Can someone please share their thoughts of a new Alterra body coming out and not just facelift again with accessories. Plssssssss lang share your thoughts..... 1M++ of cash is not easy to earn and I just want to buy something worth it. I'm afraid that when I buy the '09 Alterra unit...next year may bago na....biglang depreciated and '09 unit.

Based on my personal monitor of FMC and MC of manufacturers, it's safe to get the Alterra now.

**c2c** · July 21st, 2009 12:03 AM

Originally Posted by Benzmizer

Based on my personal monitor of FMC and MC of manufacturers, it's safe to get the Alterra now.

Benzmizer....thanks for replying....but I'm not used to the abbreviations used on the thread.... what is FMC and MC?

**Benzmizer** · July 21st, 2009 12:33 AM

Originally Posted by c2c

Benzmizer....thanks for replying....but I'm not used to the abbreviations used on the thread.... what is FMC and MC?

My apologies. FMC=Full Model Change. MC=Minor Change.

**busdriver** · July 21st, 2009 01:48 AM

Originally Posted by c2c

[SIZE=2]Hi Guys/Gals,

[/SIZE] [SIZE=2]I've been reading this thread for quite some time now and pansin ko bakit walang reply about new Alterra model coming out.

Actually, I've been in a dilemma for 3 weeks na and sakit na ng ulo ko. I've been choosing between Alterra'09 and Everst '09. From what I read and heard from people I asked.....syempre pagdating sa diesel...ISUZU. Comfort and FC Alterra is ahead with the 3rd generation diesel euro 3 engine.

But....but I'm still hesitant because I also read in a lot of auto thread that Alterra is and old unit already and might be changed soon.

Can someone please share their thoughts of a new Alterra body coming out and not just facelift again with accessories. Plssssssss lang share your thoughts..... 1M++ of cash is not easy to earn and I just want to buy something worth it. I'm afraid that when I buy the '09 Alterra unit...next year may bago na....biglang depreciated and '09 unit.

Help! help! Sakit na talaga ulo ko

More power to you all![/SIZE]

[SIZE=3]Sarap naman ng dilemna mo! What car to buy?

he he...
Just my opinion though...
I'll never go for Ford since they are not known for good resale & just like any American brand they lack follow thru. How many Ford makes can you name that are continued up to today? Laser? Ford Courier? Taurus? Telstar? When cars are discontinued, they lose value & most of all spare parts availability.

I'd go for the Isuzu Altera... 1st, as you've mentioned... its the last few models and Isuzu has perfected the car already. I mean all the customer complaints from the first batch to the succeeding batch of production have been addressed. That's why I dont advice friends to buy first production cars... the only good thing having a first production car is the pride to be the first few owners. But this is not good since you are practically the guinea pig. So i always go for the last few models... almost perfected plus you get lots of freebies!
2nd, Isuzu has been known for reliable engines. Definitely you wont have problems on mechanics or spare parts.
I hope this helps. GO for Isuzu.

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**c2c** · July 21st, 2009 07:37 PM

Originally Posted by Benzmizer

My apologies. FMC=Full Model Change. MC=Minor Change.

thanks....thanks

**c2c** · July 21st, 2009 07:42 PM

Originally Posted by busdriver

[SIZE=3]Sarap naman ng dilemna mo! What car to buy?

he he...
Just my opinion though...
I'll never go for Ford since they are not known for good resale & just like any American brand they lack follow thru. How many Ford makes can you name that are continued up to today? Laser? Ford Courier? Taurus? Telstar? When cars are discontinued, they lose value & most of all spare parts availability.

I'd go for the Isuzu Altera... 1st, as you've mentioned... its the last few models and Isuzu has perfected the car already. I mean all the customer complaints from the first batch to the succeeding batch of production have been addressed. That's why I dont advice friends to buy first production cars... the only good thing having a first production car is the pride to be the first few owners. But this is not good since you are practically the guinea pig. So i always go for the last few models... almost perfected plus you get lots of freebies!
2nd, Isuzu has been known for reliable engines. Definitely you wont have problems on mechanics or spare parts.
I hope this helps. GO for Isuzu.

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Busdriver.....so true. I share the same mentality when I give advises to friends but I somehow forgot about that. Hmmmm... sobrang excited lang siguro ako like boy who is buying a toy.... I just want the best. Thanks very much for reminding me. I will therefor conclude that I'm getting the '09 Alterra but I just have to wait in line for a month before getting my unit. Bitiiiiiinnnnn!!!! Kainis!!!!

Thanks! Thanks! to both of you!!! More power!!!

**Benzmizer** · July 21st, 2009 08:51 PM

Originally Posted by c2c

Busdriver.....so true. I share the same mentality when I give advises to friends but I somehow forgot about that. Hmmmm... sobrang excited lang siguro ako like boy who is buying a toy.... I just want the best. Thanks very much for reminding me. I will therefor conclude that I'm getting the '09 Alterra but I just have to wait in line for a month before getting my unit. Bitiiiiiinnnnn!!!! Kainis!!!!

Thanks! Thanks! to both of you!!! More power!!!

This early, [SIZE="3"]CONGRATULATIONS![/SIZE]

Don't forget to post some pics of your soon-to-have Alterra.

**Benzmizer** · July 21st, 2009 09:08 PM

Double post again.....

**joeymitsu** · July 22nd, 2009 12:31 AM

Mga sir i finally bought a 2nd hand 2005 alterra. I need help since I'm new to this car. I just wondering if you know a shop near Q.C. where I can have my car have a regular check up which you think is good but resonably price aside from casa since I am on a budget. My car now has 21.7K reading. Thanks po!

**busdriver** · July 22nd, 2009 01:51 AM

Originally Posted by joeymitsu

Mga sir i finally bought a 2nd hand 2005 alterra. I need help since I'm new to this car. I just wondering if you know a shop near Q.C. where I can have my car have a regular check up which you think is good but resonably price aside from casa since I am on a budget. My car now has 21.7K reading. Thanks po!

[SIZE=3]Joeymitsu,

This has been my practice since I started owning cars.

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[SIZE=3]for diesel engines every 5,000 kms change oil & filter. [/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]Every 10,000kms. Change fuel filter.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]Every 20,000kms or every year check brake pads/shoes, replace if necessary; replace clutch fluid & brake fluid (have them drained); replace air filter.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]Dont schirmp on the parts. Buy original filters, pads & quality engine oil (I use Shell, Caltex Delo or Castrol multigrade)
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[SIZE=3]Just keep this practice & you'll drive a long way. Di ka ititirik sa daan.

As to a recommended shop in QC, I just bring my car to a neighborhood talyer or gasoline station and bring my own parts.

I hope this helps. Cheers![/SIZE]

**Benzmizer** · July 22nd, 2009 07:11 AM

* Joeymitsu: First, CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase!

Relative to what BUSDRIVER already mentioned, you should have your Alterra thoroughly checked since you got it 2nd hand. The objective is to determine its current condition and be familiarized of the items you would need to address on. Ika nga, "reset' to 0 condition --- simulating as if you're the 1st owner.

Good luck and post a pic of your Alterra for us to see!

**auto_fanatic** · July 24th, 2009 01:11 PM

Originally Posted by c2c

[SIZE=2]Hi Guys/Gals,[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]I've been reading this thread for quite some time now and pansin ko bakit walang reply about new Alterra model coming out. [/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]Actually, I've been in a dilemma for 3 weeks na and sakit na ng ulo ko. I've been choosing between Alterra'09 and Everst '09. From what I read and heard from people I asked.....syempre pagdating sa diesel...ISUZU. Comfort and FC Alterra is ahead with the 3rd generation diesel euro 3 engine.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]But....but I'm still hesitant because I also read in a lot of auto thread that Alterra is and old unit already and might be changed soon. [/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]Can someone please share their thoughts of a new Alterra body coming out and not just facelift again with accessories. Plssssssss lang share your thoughts..... 1M++ of cash is not easy to earn and I just want to buy something worth it. I'm afraid that when I buy the '09 Alterra unit...next year may bago na....biglang depreciated and '09 unit.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]Help! help! Sakit na talaga ulo ko[/SIZE]

[SIZE=2]More power to you all![/SIZE]

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IMO kahit facelifted na ang Everest, parang mas ok pa rin ang Alterra. Yung loob kasi ng Everest hindi maganda.

Una, parang baliktad yung indicators ng kambio nn Everest. Pag nasa driver seat ka, yung indicators ng kambio nasa passenger side. Second, yung hand brake lever ng Everest pang pick-up style pa. Pag nabangga ka ng head on collision, sigurado warak yung right knee-caps mo nito. Sa US yung biro about Ford is that it is an acronym for "Fix or Repair Daily".

Baka exagerated lang naman yan siguro.

Yung Alterrra mas maganda yung loob and ok naman ang dating. Pero mas ok pa sana kung: 1.) merong audio/video switches yung Alterra sa steering wheel; 2.) yung third row nito ay yung parang sa montero sports; and, 3.) yung middle seat sa 2nd row gawing mas malambot (ang tigas kasi nito parang planchadora raw). Currently kasi yung 3rd row ng Alterra pang 2nd generation na CRV na 10-cheater. I am sure na pag naimprove ng Isuzu yung 3rd-row seat mas papatok yung Alterra. Baka nga pwede gawin ng Isuzu e gawing removable yung third row, gaya ng Everest, tapos maglagay sila ng parang thule sa taas ng bubong nito kung saan pwede e-stow-away yung third row seat, pag kelnagan mo ng malaking space sa likuran.

**jefsan** · July 25th, 2009 02:51 PM

Guys,

It's still better to get the Alterra when it comes to diesel reliability. The engine has been tested already and when you talk about resale value, comparing to the everest, the Alterra would still command the better price. Check out second hand car dealers and you will see the everest sells at P550-600k while the Alterra still reaches P850k up. Stick to this forum for more news about the Alterra. New comers are always welcome to join the CIA (Club Isuzu Alterra). We also have a multiply site: jefsan08.multiply.com.

**scrappy2069** · July 27th, 2009 11:30 PM

gudeve guys, im new to the site. i would like to ask if may alam kayong ok na bilihan ng mag wheels with rubber na 20 inches. ive decided na gusto ko palitan yung stock mags nya.any feedbacks sa mga nagpalit na ng mags dyan at kung saan yung mura or magandang pagbilhan. im from panagsinan and i drive 07 alterra. thank you

**Benzmizer** · July 28th, 2009 01:33 AM

Originally Posted by scrappy2069

gudeve guys, im new to the site. i would like to ask if may alam kayong ok na bilihan ng mag wheels with rubber na 20 inches. ive decided na gusto ko palitan yung stock mags nya.any feedbacks sa mga nagpalit na ng mags dyan at kung saan yung mura or magandang pagbilhan. im from panagsinan and i drive 07 alterra. thank you

There are a good number of shops tht sells 20" rims here in Manila but what immediately comes to mind is Wheel Gallery (distributor of Concept One wheels, TIS, etc) and Nitto and Avon tires. They are located in San Juan. DUBSHOP too in Timog Ave, QC.

**scrappy2069** · July 29th, 2009 07:03 PM

thanks bro...do you have any ideas if how much ang price range ng mags 20 inch with rubber.maski estimate lng cguro.

**Benzmizer** · July 29th, 2009 08:27 PM

Originally Posted by scrappy2069

thanks bro...do you have any ideas if how much ang price range ng mags 20 inch with rubber.maski estimate lng cguro.

Should be between 120-150k depending on the brand of rims and tires. I arrived with this estimate using:

RIMS = 60k (vary depending on brand)
TIRES = 60k (15k each x 4 pcs)

**c2c** · July 31st, 2009 12:53 AM

Originally Posted by Benzmizer

Should be between 120-150k depending on the brand of rims and tires. I arrived with this estimate using:

RIMS = 60k (vary depending on brand)
TIRES = 60k (15k each x 4 pcs)

Benzmizer,

What's a good design ba for Alterra? Wala pa nga yung tsikot...imagining na ako. Hindi naman masama mangarap....diba? hahahhaa!!!

**Benzmizer** · July 31st, 2009 09:43 AM

Originally Posted by c2c

Benzmizer,

What's a good design ba for Alterra? Wala pa nga yung tsikot...imagining na ako. Hindi naman masama mangarap....diba? hahahhaa!!!

Hahaha! Don't worry, that's normal. One would always want their vehicle to look good... Madaming mapagpipilian dyan... depending on your taste and budget.

But I suggest that it would best to worry about the rims when the unit is with you and all priority items (mechanical/electrical) issues are addressed first.

But as a guide, I suggest multi-spoked or dish-type (with lip) for street look.

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