Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Fine Suzuki Mehran 2016

—Photo courtesy of Paksuzuki.com.pk

Some 31 years ago, engineers at Suzuki Motors Japan developed the second generation of Suzuki Alto, better known to us as the ‘.
The first generation of Alto was called ‘Suzuki FX’ in the Pakistani market. While globally the lifespan of the first generation Alto (or FX) was between 1979 and 1983, and that of its second generation model was from 1984 to 1988, the FX was available in Pakistan from 1983 to 1988, while the  which appeared with an Alto badge in 1989, is still available as a ‘brand new' car in 2015.
And, by the looks of it, it will remain with us for years to come.
When the second generation Alto (Mehran) arrived in the local market back in 1989, it costed roughly around 90,000 rupees. And like its predecessor - the Suzuki FX - it was the cheapest car available.
With an 800cc carburetor engine under the hood, and a very basic leaf-spring rear , the car was undoubtedly one of the easiest vehicles to maintain.
It was a common man's dream to afford a car - and the Mehran was the perfect package. With little or no drive pleasure, zero safety and a rather uncomfortable drive, the Mehran still rules the hearts of many.
Additionally, over the years, the quality of its built has declined, but its price keeps shooting up.

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