Hi Guys,
I've got a holden cruze SRI-V 2013 model. 90k KMS on the dial and kept in pretty good nic.
A few people have indicated that I should look at getting rid of it as they are notoriously problematic.
I've had a couple of minor issues with the car but nothing noteworthy. I've always believed in running my car to the ground until it becomes a costly burden.
Keen to hear peoples thoughts on whether I should get rid of it or keep it until it dies…?
What’s the trade in value?
Trade in Value around $7-$8k. Private sale value around $10-$11k.
What would you replace it with?
Good question - open to suggestions
Can’t suggest anything unless you give an idea of your needs/wants. No point recommending a Mazda 3 if you want to tow a caravan. No point t recommending a Prado if it’s only for commuting.
Happy to replace with another sedan. Similar vehicle
@bemybubble: Keep it then. Run it into the ground.
No point changing it now because it MIGHT have problems - but start saving for your next car when it causes more issues.
Aren't the poll options both the same thing?
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It's getting close to a timing chain replacement, that will cost between $1000 and $1500, including a new waterpump.
I got rid of my Cruze at just over 100,000km as things were starting to go wrong with it.
Currently not a good time to be looking though as limited supplies of new cars are available and second hand prices have sky rocketed for good condition cars.
timing chain replacement,
but why ? may be it has a timing belt then
Small sedan market is pretty dead, unless want a hyundai/kia/mazda supersized hatchback, thats only slightly longer then a honda jazz/suzuki baleno.
or buy a ancient Mitsubishi lancer sedan, but your buying a new car with a 2-3 year old build date.
NGL a friend of mine had one and he left it at the mechanic after the repairs outweighed the car's value ~$3500-$4000 in gearbox/motor issues.
Sell it while you still can.
Yes
Drive it til it stops.
IF IT AIN'T BROKE….
It's a Holden…if it ain't broke, OP might soon be
Hahhahaha
It still has a dollar value. It's possible that it won't soon.
A bird in the hand etc….
Get rid of it before it gets rids of you
https://autoexpert.com.au/posts/new-cars/qa/should-i-buy-a-h…
Take the money and buy an equivalent Hyundai / Kia / Toyota / Mazda
You really need to research what is the potential cost of keeping it. If it is going to cost you a lot more you might want to get rid of it or first sign of trouble go to the wreckers and get another car.
What’s the trade in value? What would you replace it with? Prices are up and supply is down now.