Boland Sold 25 April 2013

25 APRIL/26 APRIL

STELLENBOSCH R4 950 000

Bedrooms 3

|

Bathroom 3

| Garages 2 WEB 7590

Well appointed home, designed for luxury living. Lovely garden and

poolwith forest views. Extra: 1BedroomedFlatwith kitchen.

SMALL HOLDING R6 900 000

Small holding (6.4 ha) situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands, between

StellenboschandSomersetWest.

DE ZALZE WINELANDS GOLF ESTATE R4 800 000

Bedrooms 3

|

Bathrooms 2

|

Garages 2

WEB 7671

This property enjoys a friendly ambience, spacious living areas and a fabulous

outdoor entertainment patio. Largeplotwith private garden.

Bedrooms 3 | Bathroom 1 | Garage 1 WEB 7377

021 887 4740 Yoland 082 566 1155

021 889 9974 www.annabasson.co.za

STRAND:NEW LOCATION FORGROWTH

RE/MAXTrehasmoved!

RE/MAX Tre, the real estate divi-

sionof theTreGroup,has recently

relocated its office to 86 Beach

Road, Strand.

According toCecilNaidu, themove

was done in accordance with one of

their strategic imperatives, namely

growth.

Thiswould certainly enhance our

corporate identity, sales, market

share, recruitment and most impor-

tantly, and be more convenient for

our valued clients. Since opening in

early March, we have found a steady

flow of walk-ins, which is evident

that thenewlocationisgoingtoprove

a tremendous success.

The current agents and clients

alike are extremely impressed with

ournew locationand iywill certainly

benefit them individually in the long

term.

Tertius Rabe, director of the Tre

Group,statedthat thisstrategicmove

will benefit theentireorganization in

terms of its ultimate value proposi-

tion. Furthermore, with the combi-

nation of a thriving property and de-

velopment company with a national

footprint and a leading international

real estate company, RE/MAX Inter-

national, our business can only go

from strength to strength, as our vi-

sion, TogetherReachingExcellence,

indicates.

The RE/MAX Tre office will be-

come the flagship of the Tre Group.

Their office is open 7 days a week,

with the trading hours Monday to

Friday: 08:0017:00; Saturday:

09:0015:00 and Sunday: 10:0017:00.

For the convenience of their clients,

the office will be open on Sundays

from14:00 until 17:00 as a property in-

formation centre. For more informa-

tion contact RE/MAXon 021 851 1572

or visit their websites: www.re-

max.co.za or www.tre.co.za

The new premises of RE/MAX Tre at 86 Beach Road, Strand.

PHOTOS: RIAAN JACOBS AND MICHELLE MARSTON

Tertius Rabe, director of Tre Group (left)

and Cecil Naidu, operational manager of

RE/MAX Tre.

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Workshoponprojectmanagement

The Cape Chamber of Business and In-

dustry will be holding a workshop on

project management on 29 April from

08:3016:30 at the Cape Chamber House,

19 Louis Gradner Street, Foreshore.

The workshop comprises the ability to

plan, resource, implement, measure and

close a project . It provides a comprehensive

process based model for project manage-

ment and outlines the key tools and tech-

niques required todeliver excellentprojects

on time, within budget and with the re-

quired results.

Topics include understanding the term

project management; people in the

project; responsibilities attached to project

managing; accountability towards complet-

ing the project on schedule; procedural

skillsandidentifyingthekeyfactors toeffec-

tive project management.

Phases of theproject process include initi-

ation; planning; execution; monitoring and

control; project budgets; project manage-

ment terminologies and tools; benefits to a

systematic approach; techniques to build an

effective process; conclusion and closing of

a project; characteristics of successful

projects; reasonbs why projects fail and a

post mortem of the project.

Lionel Bourgeois, the presenter, has a

wealth of knowledge in the fields of sales,

customer service and management. He

launched Vetta Communication some 12

years ago to coach,mentor and train todays

complex work force.

Closing date for bookings is 28 April. The

event costs R855 formembers and R1 112 for

non-members.

For more information, contact event or-

ganiser Bronwyn Lewis on 021 402 4328 or

e-mail [email protected]

It provides a

comprehensive process

basedmodel for project

management and outlines

the key tools and techniques

required to deliver excellent

projects on time,within

budget andwith the

required results.

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Does it pay to sell inwinter?

Formanyyears itwas true thatproperties

sell much better in the summer months.

This was true because in summer the

weather was obviously better.

Sohomesshowedwell thegardens flour-

ished, the swimming pool sparkled, and the

bright summer light and blue skies ensured

each property looked its best.

People were also generally more in a buy-

ingmood in thewarmerweather.Sometimes

when the rain came pouring down and the

weather was freezing cold, the average buyer

mayhavedecidedagainstviewingproperties,

andpreferred towait foramorecheerful time.

However, much has changed since then

(aside from the weather patterns). For one

thing, there wasnt a National Credit Act

then. People qualified for finance much easi-

er, evenwith fluctuating interest rates. There

wasnt a global financial crisis and banks had

much easier access to funds.When a property

contract was signed subject to mortgage fi-

nance, it was the norm that the financewould

be approved and the sale would proceed.

But things have changed.

Bank finance is much harder to

come by. Banks were badly hit

by bad debt when the global eco-

nomic crisis impacted on home-

owners unable to service their

debt. TheNational CreditAct al-

so meant that banks had to be

muchmore circumspect in qual-

ifying apurchaser and consider-

ing their ability to service the

loan.

So banks have been cherry-

picking the very best deals for

themselves.The result is that, in

some cases, as many as 50% of

home loan applications are ini-

tially declined at the banks.

It is interesting to note how the appetite the

different banks have for home loans fluctu-

ates. It is also possible that banks have differ-

entappetites for lendingamongst themselves.

These can change almost on a monthly basis.

So what is the key driver as to when the

best time is to sell? The harsh reality of the

world we now live in is this: The best time

to sell is when the banks have an appetite for

home loan finance.

No longer is theweather such an important

factor. In fact, at Harcourts Platinum some

of our best selling months were in the middle

of winter in 2012. Whilst banks are still cher-

ry-picking, and 100% bonds are much harder

to obtain, we are fortunate that home loan fi-

nance is much easier to obtain now than it

was three years ago.

For how long will this continue? No one

knows how the global economic crisis will

play itself out. No one can confidently predict

what will happen in the next three to five

years its all speculation. But what we do

now, depends on the current economic situa-

tion.

So, if you are considering

selling, there is nothing

wrongwith selling inwinter.

Buyers still need to purchase

homes. Andwhilst the banks

are doing home loan finance,

it makes sense to sell your

home. Warm sunny weather

helps. But its the economic

factors that are now of far

greater importance. Fair

prices will be achieved in all

seasons with correct pricing

and great marketing. List

well - sell well.

E-mail your real estate

question to steve.cd@har-

courts.co.za.

Talking Property by Steve

Caradoc-Davies

Twoplotsonauction in

SomersetWest

Two vacant plots of land in the Somer-

set West area will be auctioned on 17

May.

The first plot is a 1,4 ha piece of land in

the sought after High Riding Estate at the

foot of Sir Lowrys Pass.

The smallholding is zoned residential

and is situated in an ideal position in the

shadow of the Helderberg Mountains. The

popular equestrian estate contains a com-

munityof smallholdingswithproperty siz-

es ranging from 1 400 m to 8 500 m.

The area is rural in nature, far from the

bustling crowds, with stunning views and

idyllic surroundings but close enough to

the town of Somerset West for all your

shopping and entertainment needs.

The second property on auction is por-

tion 4 of the Farm Greystones. The erf

measures 9,6768 ha in extent and is zoned

agricultural. The smallholding is situated

on the popular Greystones Farm, which

dates back to colonial days with some 300

yearsofhistory.Thearea is close toSomer-

set West a popular town situated 45 min-

utes from Cape Town. With False Bay on

one side and the Hottentot andHelderberg

mountain ranges on the other, with well

cared for vineyards andwine farms dotted

in-between, the area is in high demand for

itsidyllic,country-likesetting. Inaddition,

Somerset West is just a mere 30 minutes

fromCapeTownInternationalAirportand

is close to the Cape winelands.

SaysWillievanRensburgofBKBProper-

ties: Both these properties are in highly

sought after secure estates. One offers a

lifestyle purchase and the second a com-

mercial plus lifestyle opportunity. The in-

terest for the two has been enormous and

we are expecting fierce bidding for both

properties come auction day.

Theauction takesplaceonsiteonFriday

17 May at 11:00. View: By appointment on-

ly.

A High Riding Estate plot will be auc-

tioned on 17 May.

Portion 4 of the Farm Greystones will also

come under the hammer.

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ON SHOW DAILY

Designer double storey 3 bedroom home with two full bathrooms and

a guest toilet. Offering a separate lounge and open plan kitchen and

dining area with large separate scullery and pantry. Lounge and dining

rooms lead out to the undercover entertainment area. Gas stove and

trendy kitchen with wonderful nishes. Extremely high ceilings plus a

built in braai and swimming pool with landscaped garden.

R 2 700 000 R 2 650 000

ON SHOW DAILY

R 2 950 000

ON SHOW DAILY

ON SHOW DAILY

R 1 700 000

This 2 bedroom home offers 2 bathrooms and a double garage.

Open plan kitchen, lounge and dining area leading out to the

entertainment area. Situated on a corner stand, overlooking public

open space in the popular Greenwood development.

R 2 400 000

ON SHOW DAILY

R 2 695 000

ON SHOW DAILY

Sophisticated home situated high up on the estate in Hillside with

quality nishes. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Beautiful

white caeser stone kitchen tops. North facing. Undercover braai area

with double garage and low maintenance garden. Walking distance to

Waterstone Shopping Village and close to public open space.

Immaculate home situated in a marvellous location. Bedrooms

all lead out to the entertainment area with their very own awnings.

Open plan kitchen with separate scullery. The dining area leads

out to the beautiful manicured and established garden and

swimming pool area. Separate spacious lounge with exposed trusses.

Extremely light, with high ceilings and attention to detail.

www.schonenbergrealestate.co.zaFOR YOUR CONVENIENCE WE ARE OPEN 7 DAYS AWEEK TO VIEW OUR PROPERTIES

FOR RENTALS - PHONE OR VISIT US NOW!

PLOTS FROM R 615 000

For sales & rentals

in the

TOP SELLING

lifestyle estate in

Somerset West

021 855 0688

schonenberg real estate

082 956 0599 082 733 6259

SOLE ON-SITE AGENTS

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Situated high up on the estate, bordering public open space. The

large designer kitchen is open plan to the dining area. Separating the

lounge and dining area is a gas pebble burner replace. The gracious

lounge with chandelier ows out to the undercover entertainment area

with built in braai and prep bowl. Upstairs offers two private patios.

Beautiful low maintenance landscaped garden.

Spacious and sunny home with 3 Bedrooms (all en-suite) 3 Bath-

rooms and guest toilet. Open plan lounge / dining area, kitch-

en with separate scullery. Braai room with inside braai and bar

area, undercover patio with built in braai, automated double ga-

rage with direct access and landscaped garden. Newly painted.

NEW RELEASE

HOMES FROM R 1 700 000

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Gettingyourgardenspring-colour ready

Theres a colour revolution going on

around us. Colour-blocking recently saw

a major resurgence in fashion and dcor,

and then out popped some blooms, and

peoplerealisedthattheirflowershadbeen

following this trend forcenturiesalready.

Take the magnificent Ixia known as the

wand flower (how can anything possibly look

this pretty without a bit of magic, right?)

that turns out brightly coloured petals, from

purple to red and yellow. The centre of this

flower appears in a contrasting hue, giving

it that fashionable edge that warrants closer

inspection. Plant it now, between April and

May, in full sun or semi-shade, to get the best

multicoloured results in spring.

Another plant that carries this inner-outer

colour clash is the Sparaxis, flashing its col-

our-blocking tendencies in tear-shaped

splashes on its star-shaped blooms. It loves

colour so much that its even available as

Sparaxis tricolor, with three contrasting col-

ours laid out on its petals. Its best grown in

full sun over the same period as Ixia, but

grows about a third shorter than Ixia, so be

aware not to hide these dashing petals behind

plants that are too tall.

Ornithogalum saundersiae and Ornithoga-

lum thyrsoides can grow up to a metre high,

so place these toward the back of a group of

plantings. Although the full sun-loving Orni-

thogalum flower is either white or green-

white, it can also occur in bright orange or

yellow shades. It doesnt quite follow the col-

our-blocking movement within its blooms,

but the impact these clustered flowers create

whenseenenmassewith the longgreenstems

is a striking colour pairing in itself, proving

that colour combos can sometimes be en-

hanced with striking foliage.

Because of its longevity as a cut flower, you

can easily transport this colourmovement in-

to all your rooms, with the added bonus that

Ornithogalum contains both summer- and

winter-growing species, so you never have to

be without flowers in your vases.

With the common name blazing star, its

obvious that Tritonia would fall into this

group of colour creators. Manifesting in any-

thing frombrightorangeandcreamtosalmon

and white, this indigenous plant is found

mostly in the Western Cape. Its cup-shaped

blooms appear a little later in spring (October

andNovember) thanthepreviousthreeplants

mentioned, although it should also be planted

between April and May, in full sun or semi

shade. When planting Tritonia in pots, allow

the corms to almost touch one another, and

then be sure to water regularly throughout

the seasons if you want them to flower every

year. For this amount of watering, ensure the

light, sandy, friable soil is always well

drained.

Sparaxis is a little less demanding, andwill

still grow in poor soil, but loosen this soil and

add organic matter or sand for even better

blooms (which obviously results in more of

acolour feast).Slugsandsnailswillbeattract-

ed to this plant as much as you will, so keep

them away.

Ixia and Ornithogalum require well drain-

ing soil, andyoushould increase thewatering

of Ornithogalum just before flowering if you

wish to maintain strong plant growth as the

weatherwarms up. This is also an easy genus

to multiply, simply by cutting its leaves.

Ixia clones itself by cormlet production,

with flowers developing from these cormlet

plants the very next season, increasing the

abundance of colour in your garden without

much effort. After all, thats how it should be.

Colour should be natural never forced.

- Rian Swanepoel, Hadeco Bulbs.Ixia PHOTOS: HADECO BULBS

Sparaxis

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Luxury Retirement

Showunits open:Monday - Friday 10:00 to 17:00 Sundays 11:00 to 17:00

Tel: +27 (021) 852 0821 Russell: 083 457 2007 David: 082 410 7465 Christina: 082 330 1209

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STELLENBOSCH!

Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 Parking 1 WEB 290365

Great opportunity to acquire a two bedroom

apartment in Stellenbosch with good rental income.

[O] 021 886 7905 HETTIE 083 263 0559


NABY KAMPUS!

Kamers 1 Badkamers 1 Parkering 1 WEB 277070

Eksklusiewe eenmanswoonstel in historiese deel van

Stellenbosch met kwaliteit afwerking.

Kelderparkering. Sekuriteit.

[K] 021 886 7905 LEONIE 082 773 0655

STELLENBOSCH R 995 000

LIEBERHEIM!

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 Garage 2 WEB 260372

Single level lock up and go with easy flow from living

areas onto undercover patio with pool. Ideal for

scaling down.

[O] 021 886 7905 DROEKS 082 685 9189


UITSONDERLIK!

Kamers 4 Badkamers 4 M/Huis 2 WEB 280229

n Huis met buitegewone afwerkings, asemrowende

uitsig en RUIMTE! n Meesterstuk vir kieskeuriges -

perfek vir onthaal.

[K] 021 872 2223 LITA 083 498 1018

Op Skou: Son 28 Apr 15h00 - 17h00

PAARL R5 600 000

UITSTEKENDE WAARDE

Kamers 3 Badkamers 1.5 WEB 280229

Baie netjiese beginnershuis bied 2 leefareas, kombuis

met kassies, gewilde Champange. Bonus: goedgekeurde

bouplanne.

[K] 021 872 2223 BERENICE 072 423 1455

PAARL R 520 000

KARAKTERVOLLE ONTWERPERS HUIS

Kamers 3 Badkamers 2 M/Afdak 2 WEB 290222

Pragtige 3 slaapkamer huis met asemrowende uitsigte

oor die Paarl berge. In mint kondisie.

[K] 021 872 2223 TERTIUS 082 329 4418

Op Skou: Son 28 Apr 15h00 - 17h00

PAARL R1 650 000

VIR DIE ENKEL 55 + JARIGE!


Uitstekende sekuriteit sluit toe en ry woonstel.

Perfekte netjiese 1 slaapkamer. Pragtige kaste.

[K] 021 864 2948 MARILIZE 082 445 6297

WELLINGTON R 535 000

VIR DIE BELEGGER


Woonstel in gewilde De Fonteine. Goed gele, stap

afstand van Universiteit & middedorp.

Huurinkomste van R3500pm.

[K] 021 864 2948 LINDA 083 379 3769

WELLINGTON R 555 000

STELLENBOSCH R 849 000

PRICE REDUCED: UPMARKET APARTMENT!


North facing apartment in historic centre of town. Quality

finishes, covered balcony and basement parking. Walk to

whatever you need.

[O] 021 886 7905 LEON 082 575 7356

LISBE 084 666 0011


SOLE MANDATE

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VERHURINGS

Stellenbosch - Jaco Spies 082 864 5015 Wellington - Andre Toerien 082 788 7746 & Mari Louw 083 626 8567

Welgevonden & Croydon - Ilse Wium 082 928 8139 Paarl - Vicky Bester 074 158 8016

ELEGANT AND EASY LIVING!


Charming and spacious. Renovated open plan unit with

patio, cosy garden and lots of character. Easily converted

back to a 2 bedroom apartment.

[O] 021 886 7905 JACQUES 083 989 1249

ALLEENMANDAAT

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ALLEENMANDAAT OP SKOU

As jy skielik na n ander dorp of stad, of

selfs na die buiteland verplaas word, kan

dit moeilik wees om te besluit wat ommet

jou eiendom te doen.

Talle verplasings is deesdae slegs vir

die duur van n spesifieke projek of kon-

trak en huiseienaars besluit dikwels om

huleiendomtebehouen teverhuur terwyl

hulle self tydelik verblyf in die nuwe dorp

ofstadhuur,sBerryEveritt,besturende

direkteur van die Chas Everitt Internatio-

nal-eiendomsgroep.

Di besluitword gewoonlik gegrond op

hoe moeilik dit was om die eiendom te

koop, byvoorbeeld die spaar van n deposi-

to, kwalifisering vir n verband, enso-

voorts, en eienaars se bereidwilligheid, al

dan nie, om weer die proses te deurloop.

Hoelankhullealdieeiendombesit,kan

ook n rol speel aangesien ho koste ver-

bonde aan eiendomstransaksies hulle n

aardigebedraguitdiesakkanjaagashulle

verkoop pas na die aankoop van die huis.

Maar, s hy, die besluit om jou huis te

verhuur moet beslis nie ligtelik geneem

word nie. Daar is aansienlike risikos ver-

bonde aan die verhuring van eiendom en

dit bring bykomende verantwoordelikhe-

de en verpligtinge mee.

n Besturende agent wat jy vertrou en

jou belange op die hart sal dra is dus van

deurslaggewende belang as jy wel besluit

om jou eiendom te verhuur.

Everitt skryf in die nuusbrief, Property

Signposts, dat die onderhoudskoste van n

huureiendom - waarvan talle verskuil

kan wees - n groot hap uit huurinkomste

kan verteenwoordig.

Enasdiemarkskielikafplat of nhuur-

der oornag verdwyn, kan die geldelike im-

plikasies vir n eienaar wat self huurgeld

of n verbandbetaling op n ander eiendom

moet betaal, ernstig wees.

Uitgawes wat in gedagte gehou moet

word, sluit inerfbelasting, gereeldeonder-

houdskoste (wat hor mag wees as toe die

eienaar self die eiendom bewoon het), om-

vattendeversekering, fooievirdiebestuur

vandieeiendom(gewoonlik10 tot 15%van

die huurinkomste) en die koste verbonde

aan n nuwe huurkontrak, soos skoon-

maakdienste, herstelwerk, verf en adver-

tensies.

Die meeste ervare huisbase sluit ook

n bedrag gewoonlik sowat 5% van die

huurinkomste, afhangende van die heer-

sende mark in as versekering teen tye

wanneer die eiendom leeg staan.

Al di kostes kan tot 40%vandie algehe-

le huurinkomste bedra en as n verband

op die eiendom nog betaal moet word, bly

daar nie veel, indien enige, wins oor nie,

skryf Everitt.

Aan die ander kant, s hy, sal die eien-

dom self se waarde waarskynlik toeneem,

veral as dit in n gesogtewoongebied gele

is, en as jy reeds heelwat ekwiteit opgebou

het en die uitstaande balans op jou huisle-

ning laag is, kan dit jou loon om die eien-

domtebehouendit indie tussentyd tever-

huur.

Maar voordat jy besluit, behoort jy be-

slis eers n gekwalifiseerde eiendomsdes-

kundige met n grondige kennis van die

woongebied, realistiese huurpryse en die

vooruitsigte vir toenames in plaaslike ei-

endomswaardes te raadpleeg.

As jy dan wel besluit om jou eiendom

te verhuur sal n ervare agent ook beter

toegeruswees omhuurders te keur, omse-

kertemaakdatdieeiendominjouafwesig-

heid behoorlik in stand gehouword en om

uitsettings vinnig en doeltreffend te han-

teer, sou dit ooit nodig wees.

Kry n besturende agent as

jy besluit om jou huis te verhuur

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Old Mutual Building, 40 Bird Street, Stellenbosch

t 021 809 2760 | [email protected] | www.sothebysrealty.co.za | www.sothebysrealty.com

Offers from R1 950 000

Charming north facing townhouse situated in a small,

security complex in Paradyskloof. In immaculate

condition, offering a generous open plan living area,

spacious, sunny bedrooms and exquisite views of the

mountain. Asking Price: R 2 150 000

Contact: Monique Holzen 072 390 9227

R2 500 000

Own your own business premises! Well situated

along the R44 with high exposure. There are 6 of-

fices, kitchen area & WC with unobstructed park-

ing for clients. Dont miss out on this Blue Chip

Investment.

Christine 082 417 2506 / Graham 084 308 3540

R2 950 000

Enjoy the 4 bedroom 3 bathroom townhouse with

double garage and large patio and small garden

for entertainment. Come see for yourself you

will be surprised at what if offers!

Contact: Marelise Visagie 072 776 2645

R1 100 000

Great investment. This cozy 2 bedroom apartment

on the ground floor facing the gardens and pool is

bright & sunny. Secured rental income for 2013 this

is great for students or the young working couple.


R4 950 000

Treat yourself and come and view this immaculate

home bordering onto the Nature Reserve. Quite,

serene and peaceful surroundings! Modern and

classy home!

Contact: Marelise Visagie 072 776 2645

Stellenbosch

Each office independently owned and operated

Sole Mandate

Web Ref 217854

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New Release

Sole Mandate

Joint Mandate

R6 650 000

Skouhuis Sondag! Kom loer gerus in.

Ruim familie woning met houtvloere, hoe plafonne

in rustige omgewing. Geniet die stil, privaat erf

met die Meulsloot wat deurvloei.

Kontak: Marelise Visagie 072 776 2645

R3 180 000

Ahome to be proud of, just move right in, no fixing,

A low maintenance home offering the family a spa-

cious open-plan design with double volume in the

living spaces. The wine cellar is Dads pride & joy.

Beautiful garden with pool, separate flatlet & dou-

ble garage completes this lovely home.


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Sole Mandate

Web Ref 228647

Op Skou: Sondag 15h00 - 18h00

Sole Mandate

Web Ref 232060

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PAARL/WELLINGTON

140 Main Road, Paarl. 7646. | t 021 870 1011 | [email protected]

www.sothebysrealty.co.za | www.sothebysrealty.com | www.farmssouthafrica.com | www.farmandranchsir.com

Boschenmeer | Offers from R3 900 000

Pure excellence in prime position. Dempers built,

exquisite Pierre Cronje hard Pear and Mahogany

woodwork in dressing room and library.

Asking Price: R4 500 000

Contact: Bronwyn Boyd 083 420 1747

Vredenburg | R880 000

Build your dream house on this beautiful North-fac-

ing plot in popular new security complex in sought-

after area.

Contact: Miranda Coetzee 083 414 7212

Paarl | Wellington

Each office independently owned and operated

Web Ref: 231441

Web Ref: 229073

Wellington | R2 695 000

A golden opportunity for a B&B on the outskirts of

Wellington. Situated on 4170m smallholding.

7 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 2 garage, pool and 1 bed-

room cottage.Contact: Estelle Denys 072 141 4117

Web Ref: 191022

Karoo | Offers fromR3 900 000

Unique lifestyle farm in the Karoo - 921 ha. Less

than 2 hours drive from Cape Town. Three neat

houses, under cover entertainment area with braai

facilities. Very private. Asking Price: R4 850 000

Contact: Irene 074 127 9280 / Danie 083 627 2148

Web Ref 208785

Paarl | R8 000 000 (Excl VAT)

10 Hectare smallholding suitable for tunnel farming.

Excellent infrastructure good water. Guesthouse,

2 houses, store, office building, workers houses, tun-

nels.Sold as going concern. Good income potential.

Contact: Irene 074 127 9280 / Danie 083 627 2148

Web Ref: 206601

Boschenmeer Golf Estate | R5 150 000

Ample accommodation for the large family.

Four bedrooms all en suite, large living areas and

beautiful French style kitchen.

Contact: Miranda Coetzee 083 414 7212

Web Ref 232287

Paarl | R2 950 000

Delightful Victorian with rich history within walking

distance from town centre. 5 bedrooms, 3 recep-

tions, 2 studies, separate flat and swimming pool.

Superb central location.

Contact: Bronwyn Boyd 083 420 1747

Web Ref: 227999

Joint Mandate

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171 000km, Gold, Full House,

Absolutely Spotless,

46 000km, White, Full House,

131 Main Road, Strand Keith - 082 570 5296 www. 0860 10 10 88 .co.za 70 Victoria Road, Somerset West

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R 96 995.00

2011 Toyota Fortuner D4-D

2006 Jaguar X-type 2.2D

R 349 995.00R 99 995.00

172 000km, Grey, Leather Seats,

Ideal Family Vehicle,

R 99 995.00

2009 Volkswagen Polo Classic

88 000km, White, 1.4 Trendline,

Power Steering, Aircon, ABS,

MP3/Radio, Central Locking

Spotless, Must be Seen,

Fully Service History

Full House Fully Service History

R 99 995.00 R 96 995.00 R 99 995.00 R 349 995.00

KOREANRANGE INSA:HYUNDAI ADDSANOTHER COMPETITOR

Hyundais sportyVeloster is here

QUICKPIC

The Veloster has joined the local model

line-up of Hyundai bringing a mixture

of fun, innovation and attractive, sporty

styling to theKorean carmakers range in

South Africa.

Packed with features and with cool looks

that will attract new buyers as well as loyal

brand customers, it represents a motoring

package that offers great value.

TheVeloster with a new 1.6 litre direct-in-

jected four-cylinder petrol engine mated to

Hyundais first EcoShift dual-clutch trans-

mission brings to a younger customer group

a2+1doorcoupdesignwith the functional-

ity of a hatchback and a passenger-side for-

ward-hinged rear door for easy rear-seat ac-

cess.

The Veloster with its perky 1.6-litre GDI

Gamma engine adds evenmore variety toHy-

undais comprehensive range of models in-

cluding the otherhatchbacks the i10, i20 and

i30; the recently launched all-new Santa Fe

and its fellow SUV, the ix35; the Accent and

Elantra sedans and their bigger sibling, the

Sonata.

The Veloster delivers innovation to the

compact coup segmentwith its 2+1 door con-

figuration for easy rear-seat access and is a

perfect example of New Thinking. New Pos-

sibilities., the companys brand slogan.

The4,22 msports-coupVelosterisdestined

to give young, progressive buyers a sleek and

distinctivedesigninaninnovative three-door

coup form that provides practicality as well

as driving pleasure. Hyundai expects the

Velosters unique combination of style, prac-

ticality and economy to attract new buyers

to the brand.

Despite its coup styling (overall height is

1,39 m), clever interior packaging means the

Veloster offers class-leading cabin and cargo

space. It has a wheelbase of 2,65 m, and Hy-

undai engineers have sculpted the Velosters

interiortoprovidegenerousinteriorspacefor

itsoccupants.Cargocapacity intheVelosters

boot is 440 litres.

The interior is designed to meet the de-

mands of younger buyers. The inclusion of

60:40 folding rear seats offers a flexible lug-

gage compartment, while high-tech gadgets

and technological features are stylishly inte-

grated within the cabin design. These ele-

ments combine to addvisual appeal and to en-

sure theVeloster is a fun car inwhich to trav-

el, whether behind the wheel or in the

passenger seat.

The Velosters impressive audio system

supports radio, CD,MP3 and a range of exter-

nal devices thanks to an AUX, USB, iPod and

Bluetooth connectivity. The sound system

displays it functions on a large LCD screen

in the centre console. The steering wheel is

equipped with remote controls for the sound

system, as well as the controls for setting the

cruise control.

Bluetooth connections with ones mobile

telephone and audio streaming via Bluetooth

from the same telephone can be set up effort-

lessly via touch-screen commands on the

same LCD information screen in the middle

console.The7-inch touchscreenmediacentre

letsyouscrolleasily throughyourmusicplay-

list or contacts from your Bluetooth connect-

ed telephone.

Automatic climate control is also easy to

configure on the LCD screen, where an image

of the carwith the chosen settings are shown.

The Hyundai Veloster is powered by a live-

ly, efficient 1,6 litre four-cylinder GDI petrol

engine, generating 103 kW maximum power

and 167 Nm torque. Buyers will be offered a

choice of a six-speed manual gearbox or the

companys first dual-clutch transmission

(DCT).

This dual dry clutch transmission is Hy-

undais own, in-house developed gearbox

which features two shafts one with first,

thirdandfifthgear,andtheotherwithsecond,

fourth and sixth gear.

As one changes gears up or down, the

clutchesalternate toengage therelevantshaft

for feeding the power from the engine to the

front wheels.

The new DCT builds on the benefits of a

manual gearbox, including low fuel consump-

tion and engaging driving characteristics, by

adding the advantages of a traditional auto-

matic transmission, such as high comfort lev-

els (particularly during city driving), and su-

per-smooth shift quality.Other benefits of the

DCT include a 5 to 6% improvement in fuel

efficiency, as well as a 3 to 7% improvement

in acceleration.

When amore sporty drive style is required,

the DCTs gear lever can be moved to the left

into sports mode where a gear will stay en-

gaged up to higher engine revolutions before

it changes, when driven in automatic mode.

The driver can at any time change a gear up

or down by tapping the gear lever forward or

backward.

Hyundais 5 year/150 000 km warranty and

roadside assistance formspart of theVeloster

package, supplemented by a 5 year/90 000 km

service plan. Services are done at intervals

of 15 000 km. The new Hyundai Veloster is

launched with the following prices: Veloster

1.6 GDI Executive (manual) R259 900 and the

Veloster 1.6 GDI Executive (auto) R276 900.

The Hyundai Veloster is powered by a lively, efficient 1.6 litre four-cylinder GDI petrol engine, generating 103 kW maximum power and 167

Nm torque. PHOTO: QUICKPIC

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Youngdrivers show little regard for road rules

Goodyear road safety survey reveals

South African under-25s top the list of

disobedient drivers.

Rules, it seems, are there to be broken

at least by many young drivers, as a recent

in-depth survey by Goodyear has revealed

and this attitude could well be a contribut-

ing factor to South Africas distressing

number of road deaths.

While National Transport Minister Ben

Martins calls repeatedly for cautionary

driving and an obedience of the rules of the

road, Goodyears 2012 Young Drivers Road

Safety Survey revealed that these are traits

sorely lacking in the on-road mindset of

SouthAfricas youngdriver, saidLizeHay-

ward, Goodyear South Africa Group brand

communications manager.

Speeding is the number one on-road sin

amongst young drivers, as they admitted in

Goodyears Road Safety Survey. South Afri-

can respondents ranked second highest

(79% vs global 66%) to Polish speedsters

(81%). The survey probed the behaviour of

6 400 drivers under the age of 25. It covered

16 markets (15 European countries and, for

the first time, South Africa) and was de-

signed to get inside the brain of young

drivers and shed light onawide range of fac-

tors from training through to their on-road

concerns.

Speeding is a real cause for concern as

the split-second decisions we take when

driving are governed by the parietal lobe ar-

ea of the brain, which deals with perception

and spatial processing.Driving too fast does

not give the parietal lobe time to catch up,

somakes itmore difficult for us to judge dis-

tance and read the road, Hayward ex-

plained.

In the survey, South Africans ranked

highest in admitting to an improper estima-

tion of speed of traffic when changing lanes

or overtaking (59%vs global 43%) and, even

more frighteningly, topped the charts at dis-

obeying traffic signals or signs (62% vs glo-

bal 39%). Interestingly, the survey explored

anumber of national driving stereotypes: in

previous studies of peer perceptions, Ital-

ians have been viewed as the least careful

andGermans themost careful drivers inEu-

rope, however Goodyears 2012 survey in

fact found Italians tobeamong the least like-

ly to speed or misjudge the speed of traffic

when overtaking. Similarly, the perception

of German drivers is not fully supported as

their young drivers were among the most

likely to disobey traffic signals!

German andRussian drivers are themost

likely to try out the top speed of their cars,

with 53% and 46% respectively saying they

have pushed their motors to the maximum.

This is perhaps not surprising for Germany

as it is one of the only countries in theworld

to have no speed limit on its motorways.

South Africans ranked fifth here out of the

16nations,with 38%admitting to testing the

top limits of their cars, which is still higher

than the global average of 31%.

Despite extensive publicity and increas-

ingly stringent penalties for offenders, an

alarming 20%of youngmen (24%) andwom-

en (15%) globally admit to driving after hav-

ing consumed alcohol. The knife twist for

South Africans is that our youngsters come

in streets ahead of that at 45% a full 14%

more than the next worst offenders, the

Spanish (31%).

Speeding and drunk driving are not the

only areas where young drivers are exhibit-

ingdangerousbehaviour. Itappearsthat,de-

spite only having had their licence for a few

years, youngdriversarealso ignoringmany

important rules of the road. Goodyears sur-

vey revealed that 43% of men and 35% of

women (average 39%) globally admitted to

disobeying traffic signals or signs, with

South Africans topping the list by far at an

average 62%, a full 11% higher than the

Polish who are the next worst offenders.

Overall results confirmed that men take

more risks than women and are more in-

clined towards aggressive or dangerous be-

haviour.

Young drivers who finished studying at

an earlier age (18 or younger) are generally

more inclined to make mistakes than those

who continue their education longer. One

example is that as much as 47% of those re-

spondents who had finished studying at 18

were inclined to disobey traffic signals com-

pared to 36% of those who continued until

they were 22 or older.

While transport officials initially boasted

betterdriving, thenumberofreportedfatali-

ties in fact rose tragically in the days follow-

ingSouthAfricas 2013Easterweekend.The

final death toll from theAutomobile Associ-

ation (AA) has been set at 241 people killed

on the roads between 28 March and 1 April,

a 11% increase from 2012.

Reporting these figures,AAspokesperson

Gary Ronald said that little has been done

in South Africa to create change or prevent

road deaths during the busiest times of the

year.

Young people are disproportionately in-

volved in road accidents and fatalities,mak-

ing it crucial to ensure that they are trained

adequately in driving school, said Hay-

ward.

With safety at the core of our tradition,

Goodyearworkswith theEuropeanDriving

Schools Association (EFA) in Europe, the

Volkswagen Driving Academy (VWDA) in

South Africa and Goodyear 4x4 Academy in

the Western Cape, to provide young people

withmore training on driving safely and re-

sponsibly, as well as ensuring optimal

knowledge and maintenance of their cars

and tyres.

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ToyotapresteerbyNkomazi400-veldren

QUICKPIC

Die Castrol-Toyota-jaers Duncan Vos en

Rob Howie en hul spanmaats Anthony

Taylor en DennisMurphy het hul Klas SP

Toyota Hilux 4x4-veldrenmotors in die

derde en vierde plekke in die eerste Nko-

mazi 400-veldtydren, wat Saterdag inMa-

lalane in die Mpumalanga-laeveld gein-

dig het, oor die wenstreep gestuur.

Die tweede ronde van die Suid-Afrikaanse

Donaldson-veldtydrenkampioenskap is deur

dievoormaligekampioeneChrisVisserenJa-

pie Badenhorst (Ford Ranger) gewen, terwyl

GaryBertholdtenSiegfriedRousseau(Toyota

Hilux) die naaswenners was.

Die plaaslike gemeenskap in Nkomazi, wat

Malalane insluit en deur die Krokodilrivier

van die Nasionale Kruger-wildtuin geskei

word, het in hul duisende opgeruk omdie ren

te ondersteun. Die byeenkoms het in ongewo-

ne bewolkte en matige toestande vir di tyd

van die jaar plaasgevind.

Die plaaslike Toyota-handelaar, Malalane

Toyota, het n groot rol in die aanbieding van

die ren in die omgewing gespeel, en dit was

uiteindelik een van die beste rennaweke wat

nogdeurdieveldtydrengemeenskapgeniet is.

Die vyf ToyotaHilux 4x4s in die voorste ses

Johan van Staden en Mike Lawrenson was

vyfde en Malcolm Kock en Johan Burger ses-

de het Toyota die tweede agtereenvolgende

keer die vervaardigersprys besorg.

Toyota het ookKlasD gewen toe JasonVen-

ter en Vincent van Alleman die wenstreep by

die Laerskool Riverview in die algehele ne-

gende plek in hul Hilux oorgesteek het.

PapbandevirdietweeCastrol-ToyotaHilux

4x4s het n moontlike 12-uitslag in Vrydag

se voorren oor 66 km, waarin die wegspring-

volgorde bepaal is, verhinder.

Vos en Howie, die verdedigende nasionale

produksievoertuigkampioene, was uiteinde-

lik vierde, en hul spanmaats Taylor en Mur-

phy sewende in hierdie voorren.

Ditwas nbaieknapen ietwat tegnieseroe-

te,metmin geleentheid omstadiger jaers ver-

by te steek, het Vos ges.

Die roete was aan die begin baie stowwe-

rig, en gladde oppervlakke, modderkolle en

vroegoggend-mishetallessaamgewerkomdit

moeiliker te maak. Ons het n skoon lopie ge-

had en moet in die omstandighede met ons

derde plek tevrede wees.

Taylorhetdit sgestel: Ditwas nbaieaan-

genamebyeenkomsmet n roetewatvir almal

nuut en onbekend was, wat baie interessant

en uitdagend was. Dit sou uit ons sewende

wegspringplek maar moeilik gewees het om

tot onder die voorste drie op te skuif, en die

jaers wat voor ons was, het almal n goeie dag

gehad.Onshetsohardgejaagaswatonsonder

die omstandighede kon en is baie tevredemet

die feitdatons teendieeindedrieplekkeopge-

skuif het.

Die volgende ronde van die kampioenskap

is die Toyota-Sugarbelt 400-handelaarsveld-

ren gedurende die naweek van 17 en 18 Mei.

Chris Visser en Japie Badenhorst storm hier na hul oorwinning tydens die Nkomazi 400 wat onlangs in Mpumalanga gehou was.

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MorePowerful single cabRangernowonoffer

QUICKPIC

Fords Ranger line-up has been expanded

with theadditionof twonewsingle cabde-

rivatives powered by Fords 3.2-litre die-

sel power train.

The 3.2TDCi models will be available in ei-

ther 4x2 or 4x4 guise with both offered in XLS

specification and mated to a 6-speed manual

transmission.

The 3.2-litre Duratorq TDCi five-cylinder

diesel engine offers a substantial 470 Nm of

torque and power rated at 147 kW.

The impressive performance doesnot come

at the expense of frugality with both models

utilising only 9.3 l/100 km of fuel on a com-

bined cycle route. Emissions aremeasured at

245 g/100 kmon both the 4x2 and 4x4models.*

TheRanger also offers notable towing capa-

bilities with the 4x4 model able to tow up to

3 350 kg when fitted with the range-topping

diesel engine.

Both derivatives can achieve a maximum

of 800 millimetres wade depth level while

maintaining a steady speed of not more than

7 km/h. Formore information and guidelines

on driving through water please refer to the

Ranger owners manual before attempting

such driving conditions.

Thehighbeltlineandraisedrails of the load

box ensure a load box volume of 1,82 cubic

metres.

Pockets above the wheel wells and along

the side of the box allow owners to use timber

inserts to carry full sheets of plasterboard or

plywood.

The Ranger has been designed to cater to

a wide spectrum of customers, says Gavin

Golightly, Ford marketing manager. Both

fleet buyers and small business owners will

now be able to take advantage of the greater

selectionofmodelsonofferwhileenjoyingthe

quality, fuel efficiency, safety and smart tech-

nology that havemade theRanger such a pop-

ular choice with South African consumers.

AllRangerderivativesexcept thebaseunits

comewitha5year/90 000 kmserviceplanand

a comprehensive 4 year/120 000 kmwarranty

with service intervals of 15 000 km. Custom-

ers will also benefit from 3 years of roadside

assistance and a 5 year corrosion warranty

as part of the Ford Ranger package. Addition-

ally, Ranger 4x4 customers receive free off-

road driver training. Pricing starts at

R315 000 for theRanger3.2XLSHR6MTsingle

cab diesel and rises to R361 900 for the Ranger

3.2 XLS 4x4 6MT single cab diesel.

The Ranger also offers notable towing capabilities with the 4x4 model able to tow up to 3 350 kg when fitted with the range topping diesel

engine. PHOTO: QUICKPIC

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SUZUKI: Hier staan die

verkoopspan van Suzuki

Helderberg: (van links)

Jacques Bester (ver-

koopsbestuurder gebruik-

te voertuie) Michiel Lam-

precht, Jaco Le Grange,

Phillip Marchant, Stefan

Koekemoer (verkoopsbe-

stuurder nuwe voertuie)

en Neil Van Zyl. Skakel

gerus 021 853 3036 vir

meer inligting.

MERCEDES

BENZ: Die ver-

koopspan by Rola

Motors Mercedes

Benz Somerset Wes

is reg om met jou

besigheid te doen.

Hier (van links) is

Ryno Smith, Stan

Hoelsen, Morne du

Plesis, Heidi Gel-

denhuys, Sonica

Palvie en Eugene

Botha (verkoopsbe-

stuurder). Skakel

021 841 8300 vir

meer inligting.

BMW: Die Paarlberg BMW span is gereed om jou te help. Agter van links is Dee Hudson, Li-

zel Immelman, Theo van den Berg, Linda Otto, Desmond Strauss en Kathryn Mann; voor is

Callie van der Merwe en Richard Michael. Vir meer inligting skakel 021 872 2076.

MITSUBISHI: Die

verkoopspan by Rola

Mitsubishi is (van

links) Lean de Wet

(verkoopsbestuurder),

Zandre de Wit en Ru-

die Swanepoel. Vir

meer inligting skakel

021 851 4636.

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NewCliomakes itsmarque

QUICKPIC

Capitalising on the models hallmark

strengths, theNewClio is sure towin over

customers - new and old - thanks to its at-

tractiveblendofemotivestylingborneout

of the DeZir concept car revealed in 2012.

Cars are not just for getting us around,

they can also inspire dreams and desires,

says Laurens van den Acker, Renault Design

Director.

From initial concept through to produc-

tion, the sensual lines of New Clio have been

focused on total seduction. It is so gorgeous

that it makes you want to eat it.

WaynevanderMerwe, seniorproductman-

ageratRenaultSouthAfricaconcurs,describ-

ing New Clio as a car that you want to get

up close to and personal with.

A meeting of fashionable and functional,

the fourth generation New Clio remains the

small car with big car attributes. Inmany in-

stances, thenewarrival is unparalleled in the

small car (B-class) segment and much atten-

tion to detail has been paid to the on-board

experience of its occupants.

Ahostof richandinnovative featuresmake

their first appearance (as standarddepending

on the variant), each providing a decisive

competitive advantage.

New Clios sporty, coup-like silhouette is

accentuated by the integrated rear door han-

dles concealed close to the rear quarter lights

while the ratio of wheel-size to vehicle-height

has been fine-tuned to afford amore dynamic

look. The lower ride-height benefits the cars

aerodynamics while pronounced shoulder

lines make the fourth generation New Clio

evenmorevisually distinctive andappealing.

Stylebydesign,NewCliois theembodiment

of Renaults new design rebirth which is sim-

ple, sensuous and warm. Three words which,

thanksto theRenaultengineeringteamsskill

in matching the vehicle to the design teams

original vision,make it a car high on emotion

inside and out.

Front-end styling featuring a Renault logo

moreprominent thanpreviously, set boldand

upright on the radiator grille against a gloss

black background, makes New Clios sleek,

sporty silhouette instantly recognisable.

Styling is made even more distinctive by

headlight units boasting chrome detail and

LEDdaytime running lightswhich are stand-

ard across the range.

While the exterior styling suggests coup,

all threevariantshavefivedoorswiththerear

door handles concealed close to the rear quar-

ter lights.

Achieving balanced proportions was a pri-

ority throughout the design process and the

ratio of wheel-size to vehicle-height has been

fine-tunedtoaffordamoredynamic look.New

Clio stands 1 448 mm high, is 4 062 mm in

length, 1 732 mm wide (excluding mirrors)

and sits 45 mm closer to the ground than its

predecessor.

A steeply raked windscreen adds to its dy-

namic look and feel as does the improved one-

third glass to two-thirds body ratiowhenNew

Clio is seen from the side. The lower ride-

heightgives itanassertivestanceandis indic-

ative of a strong personality. Its large-diame-

terwheels pushed 15 mmoutwards compared

to previous models, fill and finish flush with

the wheel arches, while pronounced but pro-

portionate shoulder lines gives thenewcomer

substantial presence.

Modern, welcoming and ergonomic and

with a dashboard sculpted to resemble an air-

craft wing, one has the sensation of sitting in

a cockpit. Designed to complement the exteri-

or styling and with finely appointed details

throughout the cabin, New Clios interior in-

spires strength and confidence, combining

beauty with functionality.

Features include an optimally positioned

central interactive tablet console with a host

of multimedia functions, a digital speedome-

ter, the use of plush, high-tech materials

throughout, comfortable seating anda combi-

nation of high-class inserts (depending on the

model)make for amodern, ergonomicdesign.

ThankstoRenaultsengineeringexcellence

andexpertise inpowertraindevelopment, the

new 66kWTurbo engine boasts amazing pow-

er and torque for a low capacity engine:

) A very low inertia turbo for quick re-

sponseat lowengine revs: 135 Nmat 2 500 rpm

(90 percent of this figure available from 1

650 rpm to ensure good pick-up, acceleration,

responsiveness and driving enjoyment)

) Peak power output measured at 66 kW at

5 250 rpm

) Aluminium engine block and cylinder

head (15 kg weight saving compared with

equivalent cast iron block)

)Ultra light camshafts: The camshafts are

hollow tubes further contributing to the en-

gines weight saving. The camshaft timing

control adopts a scavenging strategy that con-

trols valves at low engine speeds which, to-

gether with VVT (variable valve timing), im-

proves responsiveness

) Thermo-management that optimises the

heating and cooling of the engine for im-

proved performance

As is the case across Renaults entire prod-

uct range, the three New Clio variants come

standard with a 5-year/150 000 km mechani-

cal warranty, a 3-year/45 000 km service plan

and a 6-year anti-corrosion warranty.

Pricing starts at R149 000 for the Authen-

tique and rises to R179 000 for the Turbo

Dynamique.

Styling on the new Clio is made even more distinctive by headlight units boasting chrome de-

tail and LED daytime running lights which are standard across the range.

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Mercedes-BenzA-Class: Theextraordinarynewbie

HANJO STIER

The newMercedes-Benz A-Class is a huge

deal. Those extraordinary looks guaran-

teed it phenomenal attention even before

its launch.

Tons of online information, international

reports and a fewpre-launch local appearanc-

es mean that, unless you live under a rock,

you already know about this car.

It makes me feel like I am

preaching to the converted, but

it is concrete proof that Mer-

cedes-Benz has produced an ab-

solute stunner. Even thosewho

thought that Mercs were for

grandparents, have taken no-

tice, if not researched and goog-

led the newbie.

Mercedes graciously gave all

journalists at the launch an ex-

tra edge part of the presenta-

tion was done by Mark Fether-

ston, the As chief designer. I

was seated next to this pleasant

Britat lunchandhispassionfor

the vehicles radical new look

infected everyone around him.

Based on solid proportions

and detail, a lot of work makes

sure that the little Mercedes

hatchback stands out from the

crowd. The Germans also con-

firmed that A means Attack

on newer, younger customers

while the B-Class serves MPV

clientele.

Mercedes uses its new front-

wheel-drive platform for the A-

Class, B-Class, upcoming CLA

and future models; AMG and

four-wheel-drive versions in-

cluded. Start/stop systems, su-

perb aerodynamics, high effi-

ciency engines and gearboxes

ensure they are very eco-friendly.

The interior has also been created with

quality and individuality in mind; if the out-

side wasnt a clue, this will be your next re-

minder that they started with a clean sheet

of paper. Mercedes-Benz SA aims to be the

leading luxury brand by 2016 and a lot of that

work will be down to the A-Class.

Demand already exceeds supply and South

Africa currently gets five models, all turbo

four-cylinders.A180andA200are1.6 Lpetrols

(90 kW/200 Nm and 115 kW/250 Nm), A250

Sport isa2Lpetrol (155 kW/350 Nm),A180CDI

is a 1.5 L or 1.8 L diesel (80 kW/250 Nm or

80 kW/260 Nm) and A220 CDI is a 2.2 L diesel

(125 kW/350 Nm).

Next to a six-speedmanual gearbox (A180s

and A200), Mercedes also offers their 7G-DCT

double-clutch transmission. Claimed fuel

consumptionrangesfrom3.8to4 L/100 kmfor

diesels and 5.5 to 5.8 L/100 km for petrols

while average CO2 emissions start at just 105

or 135 g/km.

The A-Class independent suspension rolls

on 17 to 19-inchwheels and promises themag-

ic mix of sporty handling and ride comfort.

Except forbigwheelsat small speeds, our test-

drive established that they had pulled it off;

theA-Class feelsnimbleandplantedonmoun-

tain passes and highways alike.

A250 Sport obviously has masses of clout

and its AMG-developed front suspension pro-

vides the most involving ride. It feels more

nervous than the others while

A200s performance is sedate; the

sparing A180 CDI even more so

while the A220 CDI was a good

combination fast and frugal.

Mercedes fitted the A-Class

with impressive standard kit,

over and above central locking or

electricpower steering, everycar

gets big-boy toys like Attention

Assist, Pre-Safe, multiple air

bags, ABS brakes, EBD, ESP, et-

cetera. Optional extras include a

myriadofstylepackagesandtrim

choices.

All A-Classes are sold with a

two-year unlimited mileage war-

ranty and PremiumDrive six

year 100,000 km fullmaintenance

plan. Prices are R300 000 for the

A180 CDI (add 10 grand for auto),

R355 000 foranA220CDI,R273 718

for A180, R296 632 for A200 and

R392 606 for A250 Sport.

That is not exactly cheap but

neither is the A-Class.

We had words like exciting,

safe, luxurious and comfortable

thrown at us and can confirm

them all.

And lets not forget the pre-

launch hype about its looks

which might be a very lonely but

valid reason why you want one.

Galimoto MediaA250 Sport obviously has masses of clout and its AMG-developed front suspension provides the most involving ride.

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