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Propertymarket
reapsSRArewards
DALEEN FOUCH
Anattempt to spruce up the local
Central Business Districts (CBD)
may also have a positive spin-off
for theHelderbergpropertymar-
ket.
Building owners in the Strand
CBD have agreed to establish a Spe-
cialRatingArea(SRA)inanattempt
to clean, secure and revitalise the
business hub of Strand.
Under an SRA, property owners
will pay additional rates, which a
committee will manage according
to a budget that addresses agreed-
upon needs, such as security, clean-
sing and marketing.
DaantjieMalan,who is part of the
teamthatheadsuptheSRA,saysthe
proposed SRA will be presented to
City Council in July. If approved,
the SRA for Strand CBD will be im-
plemented in September. Malan
says other SRAs in Cape Town, es-
pecially in the city centre, have had
a positive impact and increased
property values.
Asimilarproposal isbeingformu-
lated for the Somerset West CBD by
the Somerset West CBD Building
OwnersForum.Thisproposal, how-
ever, is still in the planning stages.
Sakkie Kotze, team leader of En-
gel & Vlkers, says if the CBD is
made secure, and potential buyers
are assured of a safe environment,
it will have a positive effect on the
local property market.
He says one of the first things that
potential buyersaskaboutaproper-
ty is how safe and secure the sur-
rounding area is.
CarlNagel,whomanages the resi-
dential teamatRoseMcFall Proper-
ties, believes that if an SRA for the
SomersetWestCBDisapprovedand
successfully implemented, it will
add value to property in the CBD.
It will allow our town centre to
become more family friendly, even
in the evenings, which will bring
more feet and ultimatelymore rand
spend. That extra income will justi-
fy building, security and infrastruc-
tural investment,whichwill in turn
justify rental increases.
Nagel explains: Its not just the
CBD thatwill be positively affected,
the entire town will feel the benefit
from an upgraded and secure cen-
tre.
Safety and security are para-
mount to visitors andpotential buy-
ers, if we can deliver that on our
Main Road then we are moving in
the right direction.
Principal of Remax Helderberg,
LeeSiebertagrees thatpropertyval-
ue will increase if the SRAs are suc-
cessfully implemented.
KellerWilliams Realty Boland
shows exceptional growth
Only a month after opening, Kel-
ler Williams Realty in the Boland
has already shown rapid growth
and is now aiming at achieving
even greater success.
This trend-setting agency has
already recruited 23 agents and
securedsole-mandatestockworth
more than R70 million since its
Boland launch in March.
Weare trulyprivileged tohave
this team of quality associates
joiningusatKellerWilliamsReal-
ty in SomersetWest, saysWayne
Heidmann, regional manager for
Keller Williams Cape Town.
Keller Williams Realty in the
Boland is following its national as
well as international trend of rap-
id growth.
It is the biggest real estate agen-
cy in North America by agent
count and opened its doors for
business in Gauteng, South Afri-
ca, just more than a year ago. It
is the fastest growing region out-
side North America.
HeidmannsaysKellerWilliams
Realty offers its associates unpar-
alleled career growth and lifelong
learning opportunities in the real
estate industry.
We know our team will be a
great fit and it is our customers
who will truly benefit from them
joining us. With our state of the
art systems and coaching pro-
grammes we strive to grow each
one of our agents by achieving
their business goals.
Heidmann says their Keller
WilliamsRealtyofficeat theHabi-
tat Centre, SomersetMall, is open
to all. Please feel free to join us
for a coffee at our new offices and
wewill assist youwithall your re-
al estate needs.
. Read about the Keller Wil
liams Millionaire Real Estate
Agent Roadshow on page 3.
New associates of Keller Williams Realty in Somerset West.
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Top real estatemindsmeetat LordCharles
KellerWilliamsRealtySouthAfricahosted
the Millionaire Real Estate Agent Road-
show during March with more than 1 060
delegates and agents in attendance.
The roadshow was held at the NH Lord
Charles Hotel in Somerset West and featured
internationalrealestateexpertandbest-selling
author, Stefan Swanepoel. He gave a birds eye
view of the technological evolution over the
past decades and the astonishing impact of
technology on businesses. He mentioned that
research indicates people use their cellphone
150 times a day on average. That presents an
amazing opportunity for businesses to commu-
nicate with their clients on different platforms
whether it is through email or social media.
Keller Williams South Africas chief execu-
tive officer, Nil Cronje said: With the road-
show,we tried to illustrate that technology and
a Millionaire Real EstateAgentmind-set, will
make any real estate agent stand out.
Marco Coetzer, Keller Williams Advance
owner and operating principal, shared several
top producer secrets, one of which is the nine
ways millionaire agents think, based on the
best-selling book, Millionaire Real Estate
Agent.
The bookwas penned byKellerWilliamsRe-
alty Internationals founder, Gary Keller. Co-
etzer explained that buyers and sellers do not
care with which brand a real estate agent is
the agent himself is the biggest brand in real
estate. Clients are loyal to the standards that
the agent represents.
Johan Gouws, Keller Williams South Afri-
cas chief operations officer, said: Our agent
count has once again increased beyond expec-
tation due to the roadshows success. Keller
Williamsprides itselfondelivering technology
systems and education that makes the agent
the centre of his business.
The roadshow was sponsored by Keller Wil-
liams Realty South Africa.
Lynn Doty, team leader and coach from Keller
Williams Florida in America, has joined Keller
Williams Realters in Somerset West. She is seen
here with the agencys regional manager for
Cape Town, Wayne Heidmann
Stefan Swanepoel, global real estate strategy advisor and shareholder of Keller
Williams South Africa, shared his insight on technology and business.
Werner Burger, chief
executive: Keller Wil-
liams Emboss.
Cary Sylvester (right) and Carrie McCauslin from
Keller Williams Realty International. The crowd participate in a discussion during the roadshow.
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Transparencyand
disclosure reducedisputes
By far the greatest numbers of
disputes arise between a proper-
ty seller and purchaser about
supposed defects with a property
that may or may not have been
disclosed.
Firstly let me point out that the
Consumer Protection Act does not
cover a normal property sale be-
tween homeowner and purchaser.
ThisAct only covers saleswhere the
seller is a developer or speculator,
and the purchaser is a natural per-
son.
That means the voetstoots
clauseapplies.This clausebasically
means, Buyer beware.
It puts the responsibility on the
purchaser to do thorough investiga-
tion on a property before he pur-
chases. Any obligations the pur-
chaser wants to place on the seller
to rectify any faults must be stipu-
lated in the Deed of Sale and agreed
upon.
What is the role of the Estate
Agent? The agent needs to ask the
seller if there are any faults on a
property that need to be disclosed
to a potential purchaser.
These could include structural
problems, roof leaks, damp issues,
and the like.
An agent would pay special atten-
tion to problems that could not be
easily seen on inspection by a pur-
chaser.
All these potentially hidden de-
fects that a seller is aware of need
to be disclosed to a purchaser before
an offer is concluded.
If a seller did not disclose these
hidden defects and it can be proved
that they were aware of them, then
the seller is responsible for the cost
of addressing them.
Weve recently been involved in
a dispute where the seller did not
disclose problems with their roof.
The purchasers moved in and ob-
tained quotations for repairs only
to find that one of the contractors
had recently quoted the sellers on
the same repairs.
The seller had to cover the repair
cost as they deliberately concealed
these problems from purchaser and
agent.
A seller is not responsible for any
defects that may later appear that
they were unaware of. These again
fall under the voetstoots clause.
It would be wise for a purchaser
to ask of the listing agent if there
are any potentially hidden defects
that need to be disclosed. Be specific
about those mentioned above and
any other concerns you may have.
The agent will need to confirm with
the seller that there are no undis-
closed defects.
It is a protection for the purchas-
er, the seller, and the agent if every-
one is transparent. Where full dis-
closure ismade the seller hasno fur-
ther obligations for any future
issues that arise.
A word of caution to sellers
though: When you allow a purchas-
er to takeoccupationof yourproper-
ty before transfer you are at risk.
We have seen purchasers holding
sellers to ransom to rectify prob-
lems that were blatantly visible for
a purchaser to see and fully dis-
closed. Purchasers have threatened
to hold up transfer until the repairs
are made costs the seller is not lia-
ble for.
Where full disclosure ismade and
all parties are transparent the po-
tential for unpleasant disputes is
greatly reduced.
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Davies
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Credit amnestymisunderstoodbyconsumers
ThefirstofAprilseesnewregula-
tions come into place that allow
foraCreditInformationAmnes-
ty.Unfortunately,thecomplexi-
ty of the amnesty has caused
wide-spread confusion among
consumers, some of whom
wrongly believe that it removes
their debt entirely.
This is according to Kevin Hur-
witz, Chief Executive Officer at
Wonga.com SA, who says that it is
essential that consumers under-
stand the new regulations, as well
as how they will potentially affect
them. Credit bureaus inSouthAfri-
ca will have two months to remove
any adverse classification of con-
sumer behaviour and adverse clas-
sification of enforcement action
from the records of those who have
repaid their debts.
There are two parts to the credit
information removal process. The
first is a once-off removal of all ad-
verse information; and the second
is the ongoing removal of paid-up
judgments, explains Hurwitz.
The types of information thatwill
be removedunder thenewAmnesty
include; adverse credit information
(such as negative classifications or
termsusedtodescribeconsumerbe-
haviour), information relating to
paid-up judgments (such as default
judgments where the consumer has
now settled the debt under the judg-
ment), details relating to disputes
lodged by consumers regarding list-
ings on their credit records, as well
as adverse credit information in the
payment profile represented by a
mark, symbol or sign
The types of information/data ex-
cludedfromtheamnestyincludeno-
tices (such as; sequestrations, ad-
ministration orders and rehabilita-
tions) and Debt Review Data.
Inaddition, creditbureauswill al-
so be required to automatically re-
move any adverse credit informa-
tion as soon as a consumer has re-
paid the outstanding debt.
Previously once a judgment had
been paid up, the consumer would
have to approach the court to have
the listing of the judgment removed
now it will be removed automati-
cally.
Hurwitz urges consumers to not
rely on the amnesty as an excuse to
continue mismanaging their debt.
If consumers feel that adverse
credit information has not been re-
moved from their credit profiles af-
ter they have paid their debt, it is
important that theycontact theirre-
spective credit bureaus to ensure
that this is done, he adds.
HYUNDAIS LOCALWINNER: TOP-SELLERGETS EVEN BETTER
Facelift keeps ix35aheadof the rest
HANJO STIER
This week, for all sorts of great
reasons, I ticked a lot of vehicles
off my to-drive list. Among these
were Italian thoroughbreds and
hilariously fast sports cars but
most surprising addition is the
Hyundai ix35. Yup, thats right.
UptothismorningIhadneverset
foot in one.
This had nothing to do with the
car itself or not quite. Had it not
been so pretty, popular and eagerly
awaited, I may have had a chance
to drive it when the mid-size SUV
first surfaced a few years ago. The
ix35 Press fleet was booked out,
booked out and then booked out
somemore every time I tried to test
one.
This meant that Hyundai had fi-
nally made it; their latest car was
so popular that even journalists
were getting into fights about them.
My immediate circle of friends was
no better and I remember a few ago-
nizing months during which I got
quizzed about the car and then
quickly had to change the subject.
Nice weather today...
ByHyundais own admission, the
ix35 is a local winner, helping the
company to achieve third overall
spot in passenger car sales. Its top-
selling vehicle in its segment with
about a 10%market share. This fig-
ure recently started declining
steadily, which required a quick
refresh to keep the competitors at
bay.
Initial supply problems have also
been addressed: it is now produced
in theCzechRepublic to ensure that
you (and hopefully, your local mo-
toring journalist too) dont have to
wait for the new SUV. Not that you
could tell the difference at a glance,
Hyundai was right not tomess with
thoselooksandthechangesarevery
discreet.
The biggest difference lies in new
light clusters, wheels and improved
specifications; most of these affect
only the more expensive models in
the range. Three trim levels (Premi-
um, Executive and Elite) are divid-
edamong twoengines (two-litrepet-
rol or turbo-diesel) and a choice of
six-speed manual or six-speed auto-
matic gearboxes.
Both engines and gearboxes have
improvedefficiencyandrefinement
but were told a new 1,7-litre turbo-
diesel is also in thepipelineandcur-
rently zipping around the country
for testing. Currently, the 2.0 MPi
petrol engine puts out
116kW/192Nm and the 2.0 CRDi
130kW/383Nm.
Depending on spec level, the ix35
has LED daytime running lights,
projector headlights, LED rear
lights, roof rails and new grille. In-
side, you get an adjustable multi-
functionsteeringwheel, at least two
airbags, on-board computer, bigger
cup holders with blue illumination
and a radio/CD/mp3/AUX/ipod/
Bluetooth audio system.
Elitemodels featureasunroofand
starter button while sharing things
like bigger wheels, ESP and stabili-
ty control, active yaw control, hill
descent and hill start assist, four
more airbags, leather trim, auto
lights, climate control, cruise con-
trol, TFT touch-screen, reverse
camera and three-mode Flex Steer
system with the Executive range.
All models, even the wee ones,
have ABS brakes and electronic
brake-force distribution, can carry
between 486 and 583 kg, tow from
750 kg (unbraked) to 2 000kg
(braked) and carry 100 kg on the
roof. Tank size is 58L, the turning
radius about 5,3m and every model
carries a full-size spare wheel.
An ix35s boot space can be ex-
tended from591F to 1 436Fby folding
the two-stage 60/40 split rear bench.
For the adventurous, ground clear-
ance is170mm,approachanddepar-
ture angles are 28 and 27 degrees,
wading depth is 500 mm; the on-de-
mandAWDsystem is only available
in the top-spec diesel.
I drove both petrol and turbo-die-
sel at the launch; the punchy turbo-
diesel clearlyoutshines thenatural-
ly-aspirated petrol car. All vehicles
had less than 1 000 km on their
clocks though, so the petrols should
loosen upwith a fewmore numbers
in their digital milometer.
Prices range fromR319 900 for the
2.0 Premium to R449 900 for the top-
spec2.0CRDiAutoAWD. Hyundais
5-year/150 000km warranty and 5-
year/90 000km service plan will
help the ix35 to retain its local sales
crown.
Perhaps this time round fingers
crossed Ill even get one to test for
a week. Galimoto Media
By Hyundais own admission, the ix35 is a local bulls eye, helping the company to achieve third spot overall in
passenger car sales. PHOTO: QUICKPIC
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See the city inadifferent light: Peugeotsnew2008
cylinder featuring intelligent
variable valve timing, the fuel-
injected 1,6-litre unit has a
maximum output of 88 kW at
6 000 r/min, linked to a torque
peak of 160 Nm at 4 250 r/min.
An aerodynamic shape and
akerbmass of just 1 080 kg also
contribute to a 0-100 km/h ac-
celeration timeof 9,5 sec,while
the top speed is 196 km/h.
The 2008s dynamic capabili-
ties are combinedwith equally
impressive economy: the
crossover sips fuel at a rate of
just 5,9 litres/100 km in the
combined cycle, with exhaust
emissions of 135 g/km.
Those already familiar with
the 208 will feel instantly at
home in the cockpit, which re-
iterates Peugeots uniquely in-
tuitive ergonomic approach. A
smaller steering wheel high-
lights the crisp roadmanners of the 2008,while
theinstrumentationisarrangedtooptimisethe
interface between car and driver.
Agenerouslydimensioned,full-colourtouch-
screen display is a further ergonomic boon, al-
lowing intuitive access to the extensive info-
tainment offering, which includes integrated
satellitenavigation,Bluetooth-poweredteleph-
ony and audio streaming, USB and auxiliary
audio inputs, a trip computer, and an FM/AM
receiver with multiple loudspeakers.
Given its compact form factor, the 2008s
roomy interior will come as a surprise. Rear
accommodation is spacious, while the wide-
opening tail-gateprovidesconvenientaccess to
a generous 360 litre boot.
Even more impressive is the way the split
rear bench seat folds away completely, leaving
a flat-floored cargo area that easily accommo-
dates large, unwieldy objects. Frommountain
bikes to hiking gear, the 2008 matches its own-
ers lifestyle expectations to a T.
For all its practicality and versatility, the
2008 continues Peugeots resolute march into
more upmarket territory, thanks to smart fin-
ishes and materials, and all-pervasive aura of
quality. The Allure trim and equipment levels
are comprehensive, with a mix of genuine
leather and comfortable cloth ensuring both
comfort and visual appeal.
Fine detailing includes exquisitely executed
metallic accents, ergonomically designed
switch gear with tactile appeal, and subtle am-
bient illumination to enhance the overall feel-
ing of well-being.
Asitscustomershavecometoexpect,thenew
Peugeot2008alsocounts top-classsafetyamong
itsmanyattributes. Inpassive terms, thesafety
measures include front, side and curtain air-
bags,while activemeasures include latest-gen-
eration electronic stability control, as well as
ABS brakes with emergency braking assist-
ance and brake force distribution.
Thenew2008isakeyadditiontothePeugeot
passenger car line-up in South Af-
rica,saysFrancisHarnie,manag-
ing director of Peugeot SA. It ex-
tends our brands reach into the
fast-growing compact crossover
segment, while introducing this
segment to thecrossovervaluesal-
ready established by our larger
3008.
The 2008 also shows Peugeots
commitment to a new generation
ofcars thatcombineefficiencyand
agreener environmental footprint
with an engaging driving experi-
enceattributesalreadyablydem-
onstrated by our 208 hatchback.
Harnie says the 2008 proves that
compact cars can be versatile, spa-
ciousandcomfortable,while offer-
ing a strong value proposition.
The overriding trend in the
new vehicle market overwhelm-
ingly favours a smaller form fac-
tor, greater affordability and en-
hanced economy, but without compromising
on comfort or safety.
The Peugeot 2008 meets and even exceeds
all these expectations, while retaining the lan
and design flair our products have become
known for.
The value proposition is further enhanced
by the Peugeot Premium Plan, which links a
three-year/100 000 km warranty to a five-
year/60 000 km maintenance plan, as well as
by Peugeots unwavering commitment to cus-
tomer service and satisfaction, Harnie con-
cluded.
ThenewPeugeot 2008will goonsale inSouth
Africa inMay 2014. Initially, the 2008 1.6Allure
willbe theonlymodelonoffer,whileadditional
derivatives are being considered for release at
a later stage.
Peugeots 2008 1.6 Allure retails for R269 900,
which includes a three-year/100 000 km war-
ranty, and a five-year/60 000 km maintenance
plan.
MOTORPRESS
The arrival of Peugeots 2008 compact ur-
ban crossover on SouthAfrican soilmarks
the French marques entry into one of the
newcarmarketsfastestgrowingsegments.
Basedonthesameplatformasthehighlysuc-
cessful 208 compact hatchback, and reflecting
a further, refined interpretation of the latest
Peugeotdesignlanguage, the2008combinesthe
nippydimensionsandcharacterof the208with
the space, versatility and lifestyle appeal of a
compact crossover.
Short overhangs, a streamlined shape,
smooth surfaces and generous glass areas all
combine to create an attractive, even athletic
vehicle with contained dimensions that belie
the interior roominess and practicality on of-
fer.
Initially offered in comprehensive Allure
specification only, and powered by a zesty, effi-
cient 1,6-litre engine, the 2008 retains the dy-
namic character that has already made its 208
hatchbackafirmfavouriteamongsub-compact
hatchback buyers.
Thats hardly surprising, considering the
two cars share the same platform, which com-
bines superior torsional rigidity with the re-
finement and response of an independent front
suspension, and a fine-tuned, space-saving tor-
sion beam axle.
Drive is to the front wheels via a five-speed
manual gearbox, which is the only transmis-
sion on offer at launch. Peugeots Grip Control
system,whichoptimisesthe2008stractioncon-
trolsettings foravarietyofconditions, isstand-
ard.
Raised ride height further adds to the versa-
tility of the 2008, allowing it to cope confidently
with anything from smooth highways and ur-
ban routes to indifferent country roads, even
gravel,while retaining the platforms inherent
agility and response.
Performance is zippy, thanks to the engines
livelycharacter.Equippedwith fourvalvesper
Those already familiar with the 208 will feel at home in the new cock-
pit, which reiterates Peugeots intuitive ergonomic approach.
PHOTO: MOTORPRESS
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Lexus seCT200h
is fraaimaar taai
QUICKPIC
Lexus het sopas sy nuutste CT
200h met n nuwe voorkoms so-
welasnuwestilering,verbeterde
rompsamestelling, hersiene ve-
ring en nuwe toerusting onthul.
Aan die kern van hierdie verbete-
ringe l meer sweispunte en ander
rompversterkingsmaatrels, nher-
siene veerstelselwat ten gunste van
groter ritgemak ingestel is, en nnu-
we stileringspakket.
Justin Ryan, hoofbestuurder van
Lexus SA, s die vrreikende verbe-
teringe aan dieCT 200h strek dieper
as net die oppervlak.
Hierdie verbeteringe reik tot in
die hart van die nuweling, waar dit
sy estetiese aantrekking, hante-
ringsvermo en bestuursgenot oor
die algemeen verhoog.
Nog n verandering is die inkor-
ting van die reeks, wat nou uit net
eenmodelbestaan,met leerbekleed-
sel, dubbel-sone klimaatbeheer en
elke denkbare stukkie veiligheids-
toerusting as standaard; dit alles
gee n mens die perfekte kompakte
weelde-luikrug, s Justin.
Die opgegradeerde CT versterk
ook Lexus se verbintenis tot die
skep van n aantreklike ontwerp en
genotvolle verrigting regdeur ons
hele produkreeks.
Die nuweCT 200h kombineer gro-
ter rompstewigheid, n hersiene
veerstelsel en verbeterde lugdina-
mika met ander omvattende maat-
relswatgeraasenvibrasievermin-
der ten einde n meer verfynde, ge-
makliker ry-ervaring en n selfs nog
geruisloserkajuitomgewingtebied.
Bykomende sweispunte en die
omvattende gebruik van struktuur-
kleefstoftegnologie is ingespan om
rompstewigheid te verbeter.
Die sterker romp het dit ook
moontlikgemaakom veringverstel-
lingaan tepas.Diekronkelveertem-
po is verhoog, nuwe skokbreker-
kleppe word gebruik, en die deur-
snit van die agterste rolstaaf is
aangepas om ritgemak te verbeter
sonder om hantering in te boet.
Daarbenewens is n skakelaar by-
gevoegwaarmeedie vastrapbeheer-
stelsel deur die bestuurder afgeska-
kel kanword ten eindemeerdirekte
beheer oor die voertuig te bied.
Die stuurreaksie is ook verbeter
deur die elektriese kragstuurstelsel
(EPS) te verfyn sodat dit n gladder
en meer natuurlike stuurgevoel
bied.
Die algehele verbeterings word
deurniemindernieas94afsonderli-
ke maatrels aangevul, wat almal
ingespan is om die voertuig se ge-
raas, vibrasie en grofheid (NVH)
verder te verminder.
Van di veranderings sluit in:
, Verbeterde klankdigtingsma-
teriaal vir die binnekant van die ag-
terste wielnisse.
, Die toevoeging van modder-
skermafskortings wat verhinder
datgeraasdiekajuitdeurdieruimte
tussen die modderskerm en voor-
skort binnedring.
, Die gebruik van demp-lae om
die hoeveelheid enjin- en padgeraas
wat die kajuit binnedring, te be-
perk.
, n Nuwe ontwerp vir die hi-
briedinlaattros kombineer geruis-
loosheid met uitstaande inlaatdoel-
treffendheid.
DienuweCT200hworddiesewen-
de (en mees onlangse) Lexus-voer-
tuigwatdiweelde-fabrikaatseuur-
glas-sierrooster kry, wat die CT se
lae voorkant en groter spoorwydte
beklemtoon.
Van die kant gesien word die nu-
we CT 200h deur sy nuwe 16-duim
tienspeek-allooiwiele onderskei.
Die ander groot visuele verskil
word agter aangetref: die nuweling
het n splinternuwe agterbuffer wat
n meer horisontale samestelling
vertoon.
Dienuweontwerpbehelskenmer-
kendeL-vormigeweerkaatsersenn
swartmiddelste gedeelte aandie on-
derkant van die voertuig om sy lae
swaartekragmiddelpunt en bre
sterthouding beklemtoon.
Die hersiene buite-pakket in n
oogopslag:
, n nuwe uurglas-sierrooster,
, afsonderlik-gegote dele vir die
voorste buffer, wat n duidelik on-
derskeibare verskil tussen die on-
derste en boonste dele van die sier-
rooster skep, en nmeer driedimen-
sionele effek skep.
, nuwe agterbuffer met groot
versonke weerkaatshulse en vals
lugverdeler,
, nuwe haaivin-lugdraad,
, lugstabiliserendevinnewaton-
der die ligsamestelle en deurrame
sowel as die enjin- en vloerskerms
onder die voertuig aangebring is.
, Verfynde binneruim-ontwerp
en opgegradeerde toerusting
Die nuwe CT 200h se binneruim
is ook verfyn om groter gemak, be-
ter toerusting en die algehele gehal-
te daarvan meer sigbaar en tasbaar
te maak.
Die detail-verbeterings sluit in:
, n Nuwe ontwerp vir die stuur-
wiel met sy kleiner deursnit (370
mm) en n vergrote L-kenteken in
die middel, wat nou by di van die
IS-modelreeks pas.
, n Herontwerpte ratkierie wat
nou in Lexus-silwer afgewerk is en
n leerbeklede omhulsel het.
,Metaalagtige bedekking vir die
skakelaars van die klankstelsel,
met n doppie oor die bybehore-ver-
bindingsok.
, Opgestopte armleunings.
, Kaarthouer vir die voorste pas-
sasier se sonskerm.
, Beter beligtingvandie venster-
skakelaars.
,Waarskuwingsliggie vir die ag-
terste sitplekgordels.
, Nuut-ontwerpte Hibried-ECO-
aanwyser.
, Keuse van nuwe toffiekleurige
leerbekleedsel.
Prys en waarborg:
Die CT 200h kos R388 800 en word
gedek deur n waarborg en diens-
plan van vier jaar/100 000 km. Be-
soek www.lexus.co.za vir verdere
inligting
Die CT200h nuweling van Lexus se voorkant vertoon n meer treffende uurglasprofiel. PHOTO: QUICKPIC
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ToyotasCorolla is nofridgeonwheels
HANJO STIER
Im not a connoisseur of household appli-
ances, but when I do buy one, I always try
to get one of the more reputable brands.
The only time I did splash out on something
extravagant for thekitchenwaswhenDr.Por-
sches family business made a kettle. Other
than that, I tend to ignore tumble-dryer sales
and dont subscribe to Appliance Enthusiast
magazine.
What Imalsonot abig fanof is theunneces-
sary mockery and bullying of certain vehi-
cles: all Defenders break down, every Mini
driver is gay and the Toyota Corolla is just
a motorized fridge. Really? Ive closely exam-
ined examples of both types of machines and
can c onfirm that they bear no resemblance
to each other whatsoever.
Someone, latching on to the Corollas abun-
dant sales and Plain Jane character, called it
a refrigerator and the avalanche of abuse
started. Im not a Corolla devotee, but I think
it has received more flak than necessary. A
slightly boring yet amazingly sensible car
whats wrong with that?
With more than 40 million sales worldwide
and almost a million in southern Africa may
make it the most common car in the world.
This also means most people have a good Co- rolla story to tell. A colleague had one as her
firstcar,a lovelybrownmodelwithbeige inte-
rior, inherited from her grandfather.
One of my best friends got a Corolla with
hisdrivers license,handeddownfromhissis-
terwhohad first got it fromtheirmom.Notice
anything? Yup, on top of being very practical,
the Corolla is the epitome of that lovely Afri-
kaans word kanniedood they just dont
die. (Most of Windhoeks taxi drivers will
agree!)
Toyotas 11th generationCorolla echoes the
brands new design languag: a tapered T-
shaped nose and sculpted surfaces that arent
too extreme to scare off existing clients; un-
derstated and modern. Its length and wheel-
base have grown slightly to increase comfort
and practicality levels even more.
Snazzy door handles and chrome trim add
class to Corolla, which is available in seven
tasteful colours. Optimised aerodynamics,
weight, rigidity and running gear give the
newmodel better consumption, handling and
ride-comfort levels. The cd value of 0.27 is
class-leading.
Theinteriorisnewanditsupgradedmateri-
als with contrasting shapes follow some 86
and Lexus designs. Better seat and steering
wheel adjustmentandmore spaceprovide im-
proved ergonomics thenewCorolla is better
in almost every measurable way.
More noise damping makes this car excep-
tionally quiet and despite a shorter rear over-
hang, boot size has increased to 452F. Im-
proved specifications and standard features
are also most welcome as we recently discov-
ered that theoutgoingCorollawascompletely
out-gunnedinaC-segmentsedancomparison.
Four spec. levels divide the cars features
into Esteem (entry-level), Prestige (mid-
range), Sprinter (sporty) andExclusive (luxu-
ry) grades. Highlights include power every-
thing, climate control (top two only), touch-
screen TFT multimedia system, Bluetooth
(not Esteem), smart entry and reversing cam-
era (Exclusive). Four engines and two gear-
boxes power th2014 Corolla. Petrol four-cylin-
ders are available in 1.3L (73kW/128Nm), 1.6L
(90kW/154Nm) and 1.8L (103kW/173Nm)
while a brand-new 1.4L turbo-diesel
(66kW/205Nm)is thethinkingpersonschoice
with averages of just 119g CO2/km and
4.5F/100km.
I sampled most engines on the Corollas re-
cent launch and as impressive as the tiny tur-
bo-diesel is, the 1 600 petrol engine was my
pick on the various routes at sea level. All en-
gines are available with a six-speed manual
gearbox, the1.6Land1.8Lcanalsobehadwith
the new Multidrive S automatic gearbox.
As can be expected, new Corolla aced the
EuroNCAP crash test rating with five stars,
its safety arsenal including up to seven air-
bags, improved pedestrian protection, clever
seatbelts,whiplash lessening, increasedchild
restraints,ABSbrakeswithemergencyassist
and force distribution.
Traction and stability control are fitted to
the two topmodels, as well as hill start assist.
Prices start at R214 900 for a 1.3 Esteem, the
equivalent 1.4 turbo-diesel costs R237 900 and
the top-spec 1.8 Auto is R283 900. There are
eight other models/spec levels in between.
Toyota has a 3-year/100 000km warranty
and 5-year/90 000km service plan. This 11th
generationCorolla is advertised as a car you
can be proud of but I would put a different
spin on it. The Corolla is a sensible, practical,
value -for-money car that your daughter will
probably hand down to your grandson one
day. Galimoto Media
The interior also got a severe makeover, its upgraded materials and vastly contrasting shapes
taking notes from the 86 and some Lexus designs. PHOTO: QUICKPIC
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Michael Stephen inhisAudiat the front inClassA
produceoneofhisbestperformances,
if not his best, of the 2014 season in
frontofhishomecrowd.Agoodresult
at home could see him prepared for
an equally good performance at the
East London round in July, the third
of three consecutive coastal rounds
for the Super Series competitors.
Look out for the Engen Xtreme
team at Aldo Scribante Raceway on
Saturday, 3 May, when they contest
round three of the 2014 Bridgestone
Production Car Championship in
Port Elizabeth. The competition in
this category getsmore excitingwith
every passing event and a nail-biting
performance is expected from these
racers as they fight for points in the
Friendly City.
myrear suspensionbrokeprobably
froman incident earlier in the race.
Moss never expected an easy ride
ashemoved into the top class of com-
petition in the Bridgestone Produc-
tionCarChampionship, and is philo-
sophical about the trials and tribula-
tions that accompany his new
motorsport category.
He is, however, very optimistic
about the next event in Port Eliza-
beth. This is where he has done his
testing in the run-up to the season, it
is where he has spent the most time
withmultiple champion, Stephen, in
preparationfortheyearaheadandhe
knowshehasgoodpaceatAldoScrib-
ante Raceway.
There is a good chance that hewill
as they came up, instead of pushing
hard and gambling on success. The
reward for his patience was another
strong performance, with a second
overall finishfortheday,andavalua-
blehaulofpoints thathasmovedhim
to the top of the log.
For Stephens team mate, Simon
Moss (A38) the weekendwas a decid-
edly tough one, but he is very happy
with his race day.
It has been a difficult weekend,
says Moss. I can take a lot of good
from this event though. I was a lot
quicker thanat Zwartkops. I touched
Johan Fourie in that first race and it
affected my wheel alignment. I
scrubbed half the rubber off the tyre
on the fender and in the second race
those of the top two racers during the
practice sessions. Well be racing at
our home circuit next, we know the
track and setup so it should be a
strong round.
According to the championship
rules, Stephen will have to start the
feature race,whichcounts fordouble
points, from the back of the grid as
he is now the championship leader.
This is going to make his qualifying
and first race results in PE critical to
his championship ambitions.
In theCape,Stephen tookhisusual
methodical approach to the racing,
opting to capitalise on opportunities
MOTORPRESS
Round two of the Super Series in
Cape Town saw Michael Stephen
(A1) claim the championship lead
in the Class A of the Bridgestone
Production Cars. Stephen has
claimed the titleon three separate
occasionsandagoodperformance
at Killarney saw him move into
first place.
Iwasfastestinqualifying,wonthe
firstraceandfinishedinsecondplace
in the feature race, says Stephen
who also posted lap times among
Round two of
the Super Se-
ries in Cape
Town saw
Michael
Stephen in
his Audi (A1)
claim the
championship
lead in the
Class A of
the Bridge-
stone Produc-
tion Cars.
PHOTO:
MOTORPRESS
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