Boland Sold 17-01-2012

17/18 JANUARIE 2013

Exceptionally well designed family

home.Securegarden.

STELLENBOSCH

Nuwevrystelling.Goedontwerp, sonnigmetmooi uitsig. Sekuriteitsontwikkeling.

STELLENBOSCH R3 800 000

Slaapkamers 6

|

Badkamers 4 | Motorhuise 2

Baie goeie belegging! Stapafstand van

topskole.

R2 145 000


Slaapkamers 5 | Badkamers 5 | Motorhuse 2

De Zalze Winelands and Golf Estate.

Stylvollewoning, kwaliteit afwerkings.




Eenmans | Kelderparkering

Ruim eenheid in historiese kern. Stap-

afstandvankampus

DIE BOORD R3 100 000

Uitstekende waarde! Ruim noordfront

eenheid in sekuriteitskompleks.

Kantoor 021 887 4740 Mar 082 927 3248

Welgevonden 021 889 9774 Sarene 083 652 9173

www.annabasson.co.za


Slaapkamers 3 | Badkamers 2| O/dak Park 1


Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 3 | Garages 2

Bachelor | Basement Parking

In historic town centre. Close to

campus and amenities!

Slaapkamers 3 | Badkamers 2 | Motorhuis 1 | Wynkelder

Nuwevrystelling. Pragtige familiewoning.Uitstekende ligging.Naby topskole.

Slaapkamers 4 | Badkamers 3 |Motorhuise 3

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MARKVIRKLEINERHUISE IS LEWENDIG: EIENDOMMEMOET REGGEPRYSWEES

Eiendomsmarkgesond

JAMEY THOMAS

M

et 2012 agter die rug, voorspel

kenners van die Boland-eien-

domsmark n gesonde huismark

met beter vooruitsigte vir die jaar wat

voorl.

Volgens Pieter Kotz van RE/MAX Helder-

berg, verwag hulle weens lae rentekoerse en

taamlik billike pryse n goeie jaar. Sedert

2009 het ons die volume van verkope en omset

in die kantoor jaarliks met soveel as 30% laat

groei en ons wil dit beslis vanjaar ook doen.

Kotz is ook van mening dat al is die pryse

nie altyd di wat die verkoper wil h nie, is

die mark lewendig en die volumes wat ver-

handel word, baie goed. Hy raai huiseienaars

aan om steeds die geleentheid te gebruik om

hul eiendom op te gradeer, want die verlies

op n kleiner huis en jy hoef nie noodwendig

op die kleiner eenhede te verloor nie maak

die wins op n groter een soveel beter.

Vir 2013gloonsdiemarksalgeleidelikmet

n effense herstel begin, maar sal steeds baie

lewendig wees soos in 2012, s Kotz.

Amatola vanNiekerk vanEngel enVlkers

in die Strand s soos nuwe ontwikkelings in

die Helderberg bekend gestel word, behoort

hullegroei indiehuismark en ngroteromset

as in 2012 te sien.

Volgens Kevin Wearing van Leapfrog Gor-

donsbaai, sal die eiendomsmark in di dorp

om verskeie redes verbeter. Hy s die pryse

van eiendomme in die omgewing is taamlik

stabiel en verkopersmaak voorsiening vir la-

er aanbiedinge wat wissel van 5% tot sowat

12% van die vra-prys.

Die beskikbaarheid van finansies is besig

omstadigmaar seker te verbeter endit stimu-

leer ook ons mark, reken Wearing.

Die huidige opgradering van Gordons-

baai, soos die nuwe Woolworths-inkopiesen-

trum, die aktiewe en suksesvolle buurtwag

wat onlangs gestig is, die positiewe bydraes

van die Gordonsbaai Sakeforum en ook die

aktiewe bemarking en blootstelling van Gor-

donsbaai om buitelanders, toeriste sowel as

kopers van elders in Suid-Afrika te lok, dra

daartoe by dat dit ook n goeie huismark is.

DroeksMalan van Seeff Stellenbosch s die

mark in Stellenboschwas verlede jaar oor die

algemeen baie aktief. Veral die mark vir klei-

ner huise tussen R1 miljoen en R2, 5 miljoen

in sekuriteitskomplekse soos Welgevonden-

landgoed, was besonder besig in 2012 en di

eiendommese gemiddelde pryshetmet sowat

9% gegroei. Huise in gevestigde woonbuurte

se pryse het meesal dieselfde gebly as in 2011

en so ook woonstelle.

Ek verwag nie enige noemenswaardige

groei in die gevestigde woonbuurte nie, maar

voorsienweldatdie intreevlak-eiendommein

Welgevonden wel met n verdere 5 8% van-

jaar sal groei. Die res van diemark salmoont-

lik sywaarts beweeg, s Malan.

Die eiendomsmark in die Paarl enWelling-

ton sal in 2013 matig verbeter, maar niemand

moet dit verwar met n opbloei nie, s Lizette

Joubert van Rawson Eiendomme Paarl/Wel-

lington. Die toename in lewendigheid in die

mark en prys sal n welkome verligting wees,

maar dit sal steeds talle huiseienaars onder

water laat. Dit is te vroeg vir behuising om

na normaal terug te keer en ons sal beslis

niegoubo-normalegroeisiennie,sJoubert.

Volgens Surina du Toit, takbestuurder van

Pam Golding Paarl/Wellington/Fransch-

hoek, het hulle in 2012 baie meer transaksies

as in 2011 gehad en ervaar hulle dat kopers

steeds waarde vir geld soek. Pam Golding Ei-

endomme voorspel egter dat die mark baie

dieselfde in 2013 sal wees.

Verkrygingvanverbandeblysteeds npro-

bleem en eiendomme wat teen die regte prys

in die mark kom, verkoop relatief vinnig,

maar eiendomme wat oorprys is bly lank in

die mark, s Du Toit.

Amatola van Niekerk Kevin Wearing Lizette Joubert Pieter Kotz Droeks Malan Surina du Toit

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R950 000

Communal pool in Complex

3 Bedroom townhouse with

Garage. Close to Medi-Clinic.

Johlene 071 308 4327

Office number: 021 851 1193

Fax number: 021 851 1645

Shop 20, Rola Centre, Caledon Str, Somerset West

R895 000

Modern kitchen

3 Bedroom duplex, neat &

spacious. Bridgewater.

Karen 071 602 1090

www.ikayaproperties.co.

Dan van Zyl (Principal)

082 458 3867

R1 600 000

New Release - Deceased Estate

4 Beds, 2 baths, 2 x 1 bedr flats,

modern kitchen & swimming pool

Dan 082 458 3867

R1 150 000

Centrally situated

4 Bedroom, 2 bathrooms

home with spacious garden.

Johlene 071 308 4327

R1 600 000

Renovators dream!

3 Beds, lounge, study,

granny flat & double garage.

Dan 082 458 3867

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HELDERBERG

Moving house requiresmore than just packing boxes

While packing and unpacking boxes may be

a largepart ofmovinghomes, it is not the only

aspect thatnewhomeownersneed to consider

when changing their address, says Adrian

Goslett, CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa.

There may also be some legal matters that

will need to be attended to before the move.

Whereanewhomebuyerwaspreviouslyrent-

ing and is leaving before the lease agreement

has expired, they should read through their

contract to see whether they will be able to

transfer the agreement to another tenant or

sub-let thehomeuntil the termof the contract

ends, says Goslett.

There are a number of legal and technical

detailsbuyersneed tokeep inmindwhenthey

aremoving.Heofferssomeadviceandaspects

for new homebuyers to consider:

)Ensure you are covered for the move:

According to Goslett, it is important that

when the homebuyer makes arrangements

with a moving company that they check that

any mishaps are covered by insurance. The

homebuyer should carefully review the con-

tract with the moving company to see what

falls under their insurance coverage during

the move and what doesnt. The moving com-

pany will provide some insurance, but in

some cases itmight beworthwhile to take out

additional coverage.

)Send change of address to the relevant

parties: The new address should be sent to

all creditors and changed on bank accounts

so that the homebuyer does notmiss any pay-

ments or important notices that could affect

their credit record in the future. The home-

buyer should also ask the post office to for-

ward all post to the newaddress. The change

ofaddress shouldalsobesent toanypublicati-

ons that the homebuyer has subscriptions

with, and to family and friends, saysGoslett.

) Disconnect utilities: Disconnect utili-

ties or services that are no longer required

or transfer them to the new address. These

would include items such as water and elec-

tricity services, newspaper delivery, a tele-

phone landline, DSTV subscription or a pri-

vate securitycompany.Theremaybedeposits

that can be refunded from the various service

providers. Goslett notes that homebuyers

should also advise service providerswhere fi-

nal bills are to be sent.

)Obtain all the necessary records: Gos-

lett says that obtaining all records is particu-

larly important if the buyer is relocating to

a home in another city or area. These include

medical records and medical prescriptions

should be refilled or transferred to a pharma-

cy in the buyers newarea. For family buyers,

school records such as copies of report cards

and transfer cards will need to be collected.

Otherrecordswould includebirthdocuments

for all familymembers and any legal records.

Although moving can be a rather tedious

exercise, if thehomebuyerhasachecklist and

systematicallydealswithall thenecessaryas-

pects involved it will be a far more managea-

ble experience, Goslett concludes.

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HELDERBERG

Strand Gordons Bay Somerset West Stellenbosch Grabouw Elgin| | | | |

021 841 4282 021 887 2840 021 870 4600

SOLD is die mees koste-effektiewe,

ho-impak keuse vir die bemarking

van eiendom in die Boland

Biggest and Best Property guide in the Boland

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HELDERBERG

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HELDERBERG

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STELLENBOSCH

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STELLENBOSCH

Old Mutual Building, 40 Bird Street, Stellenbosch

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

Offers from R2 100 000

Cosy and secure north facing townhouse in small,

gated complex. The living areas are modern and

spacious with exquisite mountain views from the

dining area and kitchen. Homes in this complex

rarely come onto the market so dont miss out on

this opportunity! Asking Price: R2 300 000.

Contact: Monique Holzen 072 390 9227

R5 790 000

Sophisticated design with three spacious enter-

tainment areas and large en suite bedrooms en-

sure comfortable living. 2000m plot with

established garden creates a peaceful environ-

ment and a delight for the nature lover.

Contact: Marelise Visagie 072 776 2645

R1 545 000

Exceptionalmountain views in a peaceful settingwith

private park for the homeowners.Astand of 537sqm

offering a unique position to maximise views and

space. The only one left of its kind. Close to schools

and shopping complex, this is amust view.Contact:

Christine 082 417 2506 / Graham 084 308 3540

R2 995 000

Within walking distance to schools & shopping com-

plex this house offers a work from home situation or

rent out the 2 bedroom flat.Also offering 3 bedrooms

& 2 bathrooms in themain house with pool and braai

/ patio area. All serious offers will be considered.


Offers from R4 500 000

Amazing spacious home, situated close to Medi-

clinic and top schools. The pool is situated perfectly

for entertaining with the covered patio and braai area

close by. Also offering 4 bedrooms, domestic quar-

ters and 3 garages. Asking Price: R4 900 000.


R1 195 000

A must for the investor huge rental income and

excellent return on your capital! Ideal also for the

starter-up family! Great extra rental income gen-

erated from bachelor flat.


Offers from R995 000

Enjoy the comfort of a smaller home in a security

village close to all amenities. Perfect for the

smaller family, students or young working people!

Perfect entertainment area with large stoep and

small garden! Asking Price: R1 195 000.


Stellenbosch

Each office independently owned and operated

Sole Mandate

Joint Mandate

Sole Mandate

Sole Mandate

Web Ref:217854

Sole Mandate

Web Ref:122614

Web Ref: 220356

Web Ref: 210233

Web Ref:203211

Web Ref:203164 Web Ref:215915

Joint Mandate

On Show: Sunday 14h30 - 17h30

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POPULAR APARTMENT

Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 Parking 1 WEB 276908

Renovated, neat and spacious 95m, ground floor

unit with direct access to garage. Ready for

occupation. Extra parking.

[O] 021 886 7905 JACQUES 083 989 1249


SECURE TOWNHOUSE LIVING


Cute lock and go in sought after estate. Just

undergone renovations and is in an immaculate

condition. A must see!

[O] 021 886 7905 HETTIE 083 263 0559


SASSY CENTRE PIECE


Upmarket bachelor in centre of historical

Stellenbosch. A must see.

[O] 021 886 7905 SOPHIA 082 824 6798

STELLENBOSCH R 995 000

MULTI FUNCTIONAL HOME

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 Garage 2 WEB 281729

Large stand in heart of Brandwacht with an extensive

home plus a two bedroom cottage for a multitude of

options.

[O] 021 886 7905 SOPHIA 082 824 6798


MEENTHUIS - UITSTEKENDE SEKURITEIT

Kamers 2 Badkamers 2 M/Huis 2 WEB 272057

Ekstra ruim meenthuis met dubbele leefareas. Hope

ekstras.

[K] 021 864 2948 MARISA 079 877 4177

WELLINGTON R1 295 000

POSITION IS KING


Loads of character and charm. Family home with

exceptional views. Swimming pool. Flatlet.

Excellent area.

[O] 021 864 2948 CARMEN 082 490 0994



Ruim familiehuis regoor parkie in stil area.

Stapafstand vanaf skole. Oopplan leefarea met

ingeboude braai.

[K] 021 864 2948 LINDA 083 379 3769


DIE LAASTE GESKENK IN JOU KERSKOUS


Stewige, ruim familiewoning in gewilde area bo die

Hoofstraat. Gesellige oopplan leefareas en

kuierpatios. Ekstras sluit in woonstel en

studeerkamer/kelder. Sprankelswembad.

[K] 021 872 2223 VOSSIE 082 444 7003

PAARL R2 295 000

VALUE FOR MONEY


Walk into a well kept home with loads of extras.

Great value for money in secure estate. Contact Seeff

today to view!

[O] 021 843 3368 GERHARD 076 590 7758


TREK NET IN! OKKUPASIE 2013!

Kamers 3 Badkamers 2 Parkering 1 WEB 281536

Moderne duplekswoonstel met granietbladkombuis in

gewilde sekuriteitskompleks met swembad en braai area.

[K] 021 886 7905 DROEKS 082 685 9189


SOLE MANDATE

SOLE MANDATE

SOLE MANDATE

NEW RELEASE

SOLE MANDATE

PRICE REDUCED

State protocol and etiquette workshop

TheCapeChamberofBusiness and Industry

hosts a workshop on protocol and etiquette

30 January to 1 February, 08:30 14:30 at the

Cape Chamber House, 19 Louis Gradner

Street, Foreshore. This programme is aimed

at giving an understanding of the principles

of state protocol and the capacity to practise

state protocol at its highest level.

Protocol andetiquette rules arevery strict

and have a narrow interpretation. It is,

therefore, important to know the protocol

and etiquette rules of a country, especially

the cultural customs, traditions, religion

and other sensitivities that form the context

of that country.

Day 1: Overview of SAs foreign policy, in-

ternational & regional protocol; official or-

der of precedence in a specific country.

Day 2: Protocol at diplomatic functions

and etiquette. Day 3: Professional etiquette

and correct use of the SA flag and anthem.

Trainer Eleanor Vermeulen is an educa-

tion, training and development practitioner

at the Provincial Training Institute and a

chief directorate in the department of the

premier.

Cost: R855 for members and R950 for non-

members.Closingdate forregisteringonline

is29January.ContactorganiserLuciaFrans

at [email protected] or 021 402 4342.

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Top 10 reasons for choosingwoodenwindows

Wooden windows are a great architectural

detail in anybuilding.However, it is not only

aesthetic reasons that make them an opti-

mumchoice, there are anumber of other rea-

sons too. Charl Jacobz, from Swartland

Wooden Windows and Doors, offers the top

10 reasons why wooden windows should be

the windows of choice for any new building

or renovation project:

)Wooden windows are beautiful: The

rich grain and organic texture of solid wood

make beautifully crafted wooden windows

an aesthetically beautiful addition to any

home or building. Says Charl: There is no

argument that wooden windows add an ele-

ment of visual beauty to any architectural

design they grace a fact that makes them

the first choice for discerning architects,

builders and homeowners the world over.

Wood, if skilfully crafted, has a stunning or-

ganic quality for unrivalled aesthetic ap-

peal.

)Woodenwindows come in a variety of

styles: It is important that the style of the

windowyouchoosepairswellwith the archi-

tectural style of your home, explains Charl:

For a good-looking architectural elevation,

the style of windows you choose must com-

plement the overall design of your home.

This is where wooden windows offer a real

benefit, as they are available in a plethora

of various styles and designs to suit almost

any architectural design, from themost con-

temporary to the very traditional.

SwartlandWoodenWindowsandDoors for

example, offers wooden windows in the fol-

lowing styles: sliding sash windows, mock

sash windows, horizontal gliding windows,

full pane windows, small pane windows and

top-hung windows.

) Wooden windows are made to suit

specific climates: It is important to choose

materials that suit the specific climate you

are living in, says Charl: Swartland makes

its wooden windows for example, fromwood

that has been specially kiln-dried in their

own kilns to ensure that they boast an 8%

moisture content, which is themost suitable

for the South African climate.

)Woodenwindows aremade from sus-

tainable material: In general, wood has a

much smaller carbon footprint than other

materials used to construct windows, mak-

ing it the ideal environmentally-friendly

choice, saysCharl: Whencomparedtoasim-

ilar typeofwindowmade fromwood, itwould

take 4,41 times the amount of energy tomake

it out of UPVC, 6,34 times the amount of ener-

gy tomakeitoutofaluminium,and11,7 times

the amount of energy to make it out of steel.

Also, unlike plastic, concrete, steel or alu-

minium, wood is a sustainable material and

a renewable source.

) Wooden windows are long-lasting

and durable: If well maintained, Charl says

wooden windows can last for decades: De-

velopments in timberwindowdesignand fin-

ishing productsmean thatmodern, high per-

formance timber windows need minimal

maintenance. When sealed with the correct

products they potentially have a significant-

ly longer lifespan when compared to other

substrates. He says that in general, there is

no reason why wood shouldnt last for over

50to100years,andevenafter that time,wood-

enwindowframescanoftenberenovatedand

restored, whereas this is not always possible

with other substrates.

)Wooden windows boast excellent in-

sulation qualities: Wood is an extremely

efficient insulator, says Charl, He referred

to Swartlands wooden windows which fare

exceptionally well in the market. Recent in-

dependent tests conducted by the SouthAfri-

can Fenestration and Insulating Energy Rat-

ing Association (SAFIERA) on one of their

woodenwindowsshowedthat ithadthe low-

est tested U-rating of all tested windows in

South Africa.

) Wooden windows are now available

with double-glazing: Double-glazing and

insulationcaneasilyreduce theenergyspent

on regulating the temperature in your home

by as much as 50%. However, wooden win-

dowswere not always available with double-

glazing but now they are, as in the case of

Swartlands range of double-glazed wooden

windows.

) Wooden windows are now easy to

maintain: Beauty aside, many consumers

were weary of wooden windows as they re-

quired a lot of maintenance to keep them

looking good. However, since water-based

sealants have been introduced to themarket,

maintaining your wooden windows is quick

and easy. Charl explains: If you can wash

and wipe a window your maintenance is

done.

Water-based sealants are very durable, de-

signed to withstand even the harshest cli-

mates, they are very easy to apply, and they

are comparatively very quick-drying. A wa-

ter-based sealant, for example canwithstand

temperature fluctuations, it make the wood

heat-reflective (in darker colours) and fun-

gus-resistant, it prolongs the longevity of the

wood, and it is touch-drywithin amere three

hours.He says that Swartlandhas amainte-

nance kit with which you can quickly and

easily keep your wooden windows looking

great for longer nomore sanding is needed.

) Wooden windows can come pre-

sealed and preglazed: With Swartlands

new Ready 2 Fit range, wooden windows are

nowavailable 100%complete, pre-sealed and

pre-glazed, so that they will require no fur-

ther treatment once installed. This new

range compriseswoodenwindows and doors

that are pre-sealed as they are finished being

manufactured. The glazing is then installed

before they leave the factory, so when they

arrive on-site, they are ready to be installed,

with no further labour required to seal and

glaze them. This not only saves the builder

and homeowner time and money, but it also

ensures that the windows and doors are pro-

tectedagainst anyexposure to theelements,

notes Charl.

)Woodenwindowsare timeless:Today,

antiquewoodenwindows are still verymuch

in demand, and it is easy to understand why

as wooden windows

offer a timeless ap-

peal thatdoesntdate,

but rather grows in

appeal over time.

Fashions and styles

may come and go, but

the classic beauty of

wood is something

that lasts through the

ages, and this is why

wooden windows

boast the best staying

power when com-

pared to other types

of windows.

Attractive wooden window frames add to the charm of this bathroom. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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Strand Gordons Bay Somerset West Stellenbosch Grabouw Elgin| | | | |

Michelle Marston

021 841 4285

Geraldine Menellevie, Justin Cupido

of Salomie Haskins 021 887 2840

Ilse Fourie

021 870 4600

SOLD bied die grootste en maklikste toegang tot die

mark vir eiendomkopers en -verkopers in die Boland.

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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

Wellington | R2 500 000

4Hectares in the select Blouvlei valley ofWellington.

This smallholding has no building infra-structure but

plenty of character and is very conveniently situated

close to good schools and local shops. The property

is partially planted with young vines under irrigation.

Contact: Danie 083 627 2148 / Irene 074 127 9280

Rozenmeer, Klapmuts | R950 000

3 Bedroom home in Rozenmeer Country Estate.

Set in a secure and peaceful environment close

to Paarl, Stellenbosch and the Northern suburbs,

this home offers real value. ALL transfer and bond

costs included. Up to 100% Bonds.

Contact: Bronwyn Boyd 083 420 1747

Paarl | Wellington

Each office independently owned and operated

Web Ref: 224232

Web Ref:223588

Paarl | Aanbiedinge vanaf R2 200 000.

25 Hektaar, Paarl kleinhoewe met asemrowende

uitsig oor die vallei. Fynbos en berggrond, 10km

van dorp en besighede. Huis en kothuis.

Vraprys: R2 500 000 BTW uitgesluit. Kontak:

Danie 083 627 2148 / Irene 074 127 9280

Web Ref: 218909

Paarl | R2 950 000

Early 19th century converted school house. Main

house with double volume open plan kitchen dining

and lounge area with mezzanine and 2 bedrooms. 2

additional cottages that can be incorporated into your

home. Words can not describe this special place.

Contact: Bronwyn Boyd 083 420 1747

Web Ref: 224645

Pearl Valley Golf Estate | R2 400 000

3 Bedroom apartment situated on the acclaimed

Pearl Valley Golf Estate. Overlooking the lake with

spectacular views of the Simonsberg Mountains.

Contact: Louise vanAarde 083 653 1381

Web Ref: 223348

Joint Mandate

Wellington | R13 000 p/m

To Rent | A lovely upmarket home in Sothern Paarl.

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, gourmet kitchen, lounge,

dining room, 2 garages and pool.

Contact: Estelle Denys 072 141 4117

Web Ref: 63809

Wellington | R3 695 000

Asmallholding on the outskirts of Wellington with an

upgraded historical house. This is your golden op-

portunity to start a B&B.Walking distance from town.

Contact: Estelle Denys 072 141 4117

Web Ref: 191022

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BADBOYVIBE:ALL COOL

Chrysler300CV6CRD: ahhsumblock

HANJO STIER

I

f my television is anything to go by,

American vocabulary has decreased to

just two overused phrases: Ermegh-

erd and ahhsum. While the first one is

slightly blasphemous, Id be happy to use

the second to describe thisweeks test car:

Chryslers new 300C.

Although the original 300C appeared in

1957, for the purpose of this reviewwell stick

to the block of a car which surfaced in 2005.

Based on an ageing Mercedes E-Class plat-

form and riddled with niggles, I forgave the

5,7-litre HEMI brute almost all its shortfalls.

The reason for my journalistic mercy was

that the 300C had such unique looks and a

menacingdemeanourwhichcompletelyover-

powered any dynamic or qualitative failings.

And as if that wasnt enough of a burden, the

Chrysler had another blade hanging precari-

ously over its fat, tattooed neck.

Just like other cars with trendy, retro or

concept looks its basically impossible to im-

prove the design. Looking at the butch old

beastandthis2012version,nobodycanaccuse

Chrysler of not having pulled it off. Id go so

far as to proclaim that this one looks even bet-

ter than its father.

That menacing stance remains, the blunt

bumsbeentweaked,headlightsandgrillhave

grownupwithout losing anounce of presence

and that wonderful profile retains its tiny

window line while the massive wheels have

pushed 300Cs shoulders and biceps out even

further.

Youre entitled to your own opinion, but

this car is one of my surprises of the year. It

looks infinitely better in the flesh and I en-

courage you to investigate this immediately.

The only other vehicle with such square and

generous proportions is the Rolls-Royce

Phantom.

Chrysler South Africa offers three models

with features worthy of more praise. For ex-

ample, this3-litre turbo-DieselV6,anew3,6-li-

tre Pentastar petrol V6 or the top-of-line 6,4-li-

treHEMIV8SRT-8all roll ondubs

(20-inch rims) as standard.

I wont run you through every

standard feature of this model,

buthereare somehighlights: key-

less entry and ignition, dual-zone

climate control, rain brake sup-

port, auto wipers and auto active

lights, climate front seats and cup

holders, heated multi-function

steering wheel and hill start as-

sist.

Maybe I should also mention

the reversing camera, UConnect

infotainment system with 8,4-

inch touch-screen and naviga-

tion/Bluetooth/CD/DVD/mp3,

voice command, detailed on-

board computer, tons of leather,

park assist, seven airbags, power

seats, power windows and heated

power mirrors.

How ahhsum is that? Actual-

ly theres more but Id run out of

space. While were on that sub-

ject, the 300ChasdecidedlyAmer-

ican measurements inside and

while the low roof offers accepta-

ble headroom, all other dimen-

sions are incredibly generous.

It took me a while to get used

to thecabins,umm,stylebecause

of the huge screen, vast surfaces and kitsch

blue instruments. Its far removed from those

soberGerman competitors but I quickly grew

fond of the slightly brash American style.

If you want to get really picky, some of the

wood grain panels didnt fit too well, it beeps

too much, the boot lids flimsy and the front

bumper had shocking panel gaps. All was for-

given though because this car exudes a bad

boyvibeandeverything is just socoolwithout

being tacky.

My next discovery was the quiet and

smooth operation of the Fiat-sourced 3-litre

V6 turbo-Diesel (176 kW, 239 hp, 550 Nm) and

five-speed automatic gearbox. 0100 km/h

takes 7,8 seconds, top speed is 232 km/h and

average consumption from the 72 L tank is

claimed at 7,2 L/100km.

Getting 1 000 km range shouldnt be a prob-

lemasouraveragehoveredbetweeneightand

ninewithmixed driving. The gearbox prefers

to exploit low-rev torque, but the very obedi-

ent shift paddles will liven things up a bit

while you enjoy a typically American way of

forward travel pliable and quiet.

The300Cssuspensioncopesextremelywell

with all demands but one erratic driving.

Throw it around like ahot hatch and the yank

tank responds like a cruise liner, slowly and

gently. It corners surprisingly well and the

steering is reasonably lively once you adapt

your driving style to its bulk and placid man-

ner.

Treat it like a luxury sedan and a Chrysler

300C becomes astonishing. Gliding softly

along a highway, the only perceptible noise

is from the big rubber at each corner this

car is extremelywell insulated and almost de-

void of wind and mechanical noise. Its mean

face also clears out the fast lane reasonably

well.

Starting at R539 990 with very few options

left to tick, the Chrysler 300C takes a baseball

bat to any competitors knees and comeswith

a 3-year/100 000 km warranty and service

plan. Its improved most aspects of its ances-

tor, looksevenbetterandoffersanexperience

which can only be described as ahhsum.

The 300Cs suspension copes extremely well with all demands but one erratic driving. Throw it around

like a hot hatch and the yank tank responds like a cruise liner, slowly and gently. PIC: QUICKPIC

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Lexusonthuldienuwe ISmodel

QUICPIC

Die eerste amptelike fotos van die splin-

ternuwe Lexus IS is pas vrygestel, en ont-

hul n kragtige en elegante buite-stilering

en n ruimer kajuit wat meer op die be-

stuurder gefokus is.

Dit is selfsmetdieeersteoogopslagduidelik

hoe getrou Lexus by die prysenswaardige LF-

CC-konsepmotor, wat sy ontwerpdenkrigting

byverlede jaar seParyseMotorskougeleihet,

gebly het.

Die fotos het die nuwemodel se wreldbui-

ging op die Detroitse Motorskou op 15 Janua-

rie en sy bekendstelling later vanjaar in Suid-

Afrika voorafgegaan.

Dienuwe IS is deurLexus seLF-CC-konsep-

model aangevuur en het sy eie weergawe van

die voorste uurglas-sierrooster wat n ken-

merk van al Lexus se nuwe modelle geword

het. Die algehele indruk is krag, sierlikheid

en n sterker handelsnaam-identiteit.

Van die kant gesienwys die nuwe IS dat die

grootste deel van die kajuit na agter gefokus

is, met n stygende lyn wat van die onderkant

vandie romp indie agterste lighulsels invloei

en vir n verdere tikkie statigheid en dina-

miek sorg.

Die model het ook n nuwe, kragtige ont-

werpvir die kopligsamestelling,metLexus se

kenmerkende L-vormige dagligryligte wat

onafhanklik aan die onderkant sit.

Die kajuit-ontwerp is skoon en elegant, en

het ergonomies n ideale omgewing wat vir

die bestuurder geskep is.

Die nuwe IS se brer en langer romp bied

aansienlikgrotergemakvirdieagterste insit-

tendes, sowel as n groter bagasieruim. Die

kombinasie van die verlengde romp en dun-

nervoorsitplekkesorgvirdiebesteknieruim-

te en toegang tot die agterkant in sy klas. Die

nuwe agtersitplekke kan ook in die verhou-

ding 60:40 verdeel en platvou.

Die nuutontwerpte bestuurdersitplek is ge-

makliker en bied beter sydelingse steun. Die

sitplek se heuppunt en die hoek van die nuwe

stuurstang wat deur die LFA aangevuur is

is laer, terwyl die stuurwiel n groter reik-

verstellinghetwattot nmeersportiewesitpo-

sisie agter die stuur lei.

Die verfyning van die kajuitmateriale, be-

slag en afwerkingword deur nuwe tegnologie

en die bekendstelling van n hogehalte wy-

serhorlosie aangevul. Die middelkonsole-

kontrolespronkmet nnuwigheidwatdieeer-

ste keer in n Lexus aangetref word: elektro-

statiese skakelaars wat net n

vingeraanraking nodig het om byvoorbeeld

die lugversorging se temperatuur te verstel.

Die IS F Sport-modelle kan oombliklik aan

hul spesiale ontwerp vir die sierrooster en

voorste buffer uitgeken word. Die heuplyn

van die uurglas-vormige sierrooster sit hor

as in die gewonemodelle, wat n groter onder-

stedeelvandieroosterskepomdiegroterhoe-

veelheid lug op te slurp wat vir n meer spor-

tiewe bestuurstyl nodig is.

Die IS F Sport het ook n eksklusiewe sit-

plekontwerp wat bykomende steun bied.

Die sitplekke maak gebruik van n gente-

greerdeskuim-metode wat verseker dat daar

geen gapings tussen die bekleedsel en die vul-

sel is nie, wat vir skitterende gemak sorg en

puik sydelingse steun bied.

Nog n regstreekse verwysing na die LFA-

supermotor isdie ISFSportsenuwespoedme-

ter met n beweegbare middelring.

Die IS F Sport-modelle kan oombliklik aan hul spesiale ontwerp vir die sierrooster en voorste

buffer uitgeken word. FOTO: QUICKPIC

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Peugeotunveils new2008urbanCrossover

With the 2008, Peugeot capitalises on its

expertise acquired with the success of the

3008Crossover to create an innovative ve-

hicle for the B segment. Set to go on sale

in Europe in Spring 2013, it joins in the

dynamicof theproduct offensive initiated

successfully by the 208, sales of which al-

ready place it second in its segment in Eu-

rope.

ThenewcrossoverbyPeugeot (due inSouth

Africa firsthalf of 2014) is the first vehiclepro-

duced by the Marque that was designed and

developed simultaneously by several geo-

graphic markets. With its worldwide objec-

tives, the 2008 thrusts the Marque into a new

dynamic, in line with its strategy of develop-

ing its crossover range and attracting new

customers.

In aworldwhich is constantly evolving and

increasingly urban, a new generation of cus-

tomers is emerging. Eager to always be on the

move; they feed on dynamism. Agile, diverse,

they can be found on every continent and are

looking for products which reflect their per-

sonality.

Drawing strength from this observation,

the Marque drew up a specification with am-

bitious objectives. From the start, it incorpo-

rated into the DNAof the crossover by Peuge-

ot, which combines an accomplished driving

experience, stylish design with practical ad-

vantages, the challenge of designing a vehicle

intended for an international clientele across

three geographic markets.

Peugeot rose to the challenge. Upmarket,

dynamic, thenewcrossover byPeugeot offers

arichandvariedexperience in theBsegment.

So, at just 4.16m long, the 2008 innovates by

uniquely combining the driving characteris-

tics of a hatchback and the strength of anSUV

with an on-board area (passenger space,mod-

ularity and comfort) which invites you to en-

joy each moment to the full. Equally at ease

in townason theopenroad, it canescape from

the city with confidence due to its extended

mobility features. Stimulating and versa-

tile, the 2008 suits all customers.

The 2008 is to be produced close to itsmar-

kets, in France (Mulhouse), in China (Wu-

han) and in Brazil (Porto Real).

The 2008 reinvents the standards of large-

volumevehicles in thecompactcarsegment.

Innovative from first glance, it successfully

merges the two worlds. The strong stylistic

trend affirms its identity for practicality,

volumeandthedrivingexperienceavailable

with 2008.

With its higher-driving position the 2008,

fitted with Mud&Snow tyres, 17 Dia-

mond wheels with a matt finish, has pro-

nouncedwheel arches that give it an appeal-

ing road presence and stance. The black

bumpers and body sills serve to protect it

fromabrasionswiththeadditionof frontand

rear body protection and side mouldings in

stainless steel.

The front face adopts the latest Peugeot

style codes,withpanel fit and featureswork-

ing together seamlessly and precisely. Fine-

ly sculpted, the bonnet lines infer lightness,

strengthandprotectionof the2008,while the

floating grille face has a solidity of form

with vertical elements to harness aerody-

namic performance and efficiency. The in-

novative headlamps are designed precisely

to reflect the technical functions. Sharp and

precise, they actwith the bodywork to given

the outline appearance of a cats pupil.

Sculpted, they are at onewith the front face,

giving it an even more expressive, techno-

logical and individual character. This look

is emphasised by LED day running lamps.

The new urban crossover has elegant and

sophisticated sculptedwingsandsides, indi-

cating clear athletic qualities. The generous

glazed surfaces, including the panoramic

roof, promise a spacious interior open to its

surroundings.

The rear also combines strength with dy-

namism. The boot volume, with a low loading

sill, has above it a roofline with dynamic

curves, inspired by the RCZ. The wide tailgate

is framed by lamps secured to the bodywork.

Floating inside their housing, the three lumi-

nous claws are lit at their base by LEDs that

appear suspended.

The dynamic and elegant movement of the

roof is also a feature of the profile. A roofwave-

line emerges above the rear seat position and

sets the scene for an exclusive decoration cut

into the metal. As if crimped to the bodywork,

it is the origin of the spoiler in an extension

of the same part, on the surface. The precise

design of the roof bars puts the finishing

touches to the concepts of dynamism and lei-

sure expressed by the Peugeot 2008.

The latest-generation engines draw the

very essence of the lightness and profiled sil-

houette tooffer anexceptionaldrivingexperi-

ence combined with a true breakthrough in

terms of fuel economy. Due to the technology

of the e-HDi Diesel and new 3-cylinder petrol

engines, the 2008 urban crossover stands out

from the competition with CO2 starting from

99g/km.

The new urban crossover has elegant and sophisticated sculpted wings and sides, indicating

clear athletic qualities. PIC:QUICKPIC

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Suzuki Jimny: thepluckier toy

HANJO STIER

M

ost automobiles, even small and

cheap ones, improve with every

generation and cater for societys

increasing demands of comfort and safety

features. I typed most because you do get

a few which never got that memo one of

them is the Suzuki Jimny.

Although its slightlymoremodern, luxuri-

ous and safe than its SJ ancestors, the Jimny

is a rather basic and old product when com-

paredtoothercars. Itmaynotbeterriblyluxu-

riousoroverlysafebut Iabsolutelyadorecars

like thisandassureyou that even themention

of its name gets me smiling.

Addedtoitsminiaturedimensions, theJim-

nys refusal to get with the program makes

it even pluckier than it already is. Auto wip-

ers, climate control and self-venting Xenon

dampers?Whoneeds emwhenyouhavealad-

der frame chassis, solid axles, manual seats

and an interior from 1989.

While the Terios, RAV-4 and other small

SUVs were munching their oats and taking

Dyna Jets, the Jimnymaturedwith an airbag

or two here and some central locking there.

Except forHondas,everymodelonthemarket

keepsgrowing, addingmorespaceandweight

for passenger comfort; not so the Jimny.

A recent update has given it newheadrests,

ISOFIX anchors, a restyled front end and an

overambitious, rather fake hood scoop. Six

gears, LED lights, dual climate control, navi-

gation, keyless entry and ignition,multifunc-

tion steering wheel these are all things the

Jimny doesnt have. Or need.

Quiteafewareavailableinthecarnextdoor

onanySuzuki showroomandwouldonly look

out of place in this barebones basic 4x4. Com-

pared to the model we tested two years ago,

Im struggling to find any noteworthy points

of improvement other than theminor tweaks

mentioned above.

I firmly believe that this is part of the Jim-

nys immense popularity and explains why it

appealstoabroadsliceof thepublicitssmall

enough to be a breeze in tight parking lots,

simple enough not to intimidate anyone and

light enough to provide excellent off-roading

abilities.

You read right; excellent off-roading abili-

ties. The Jimny would be a laughable toy for

orange girls on tropical islands but it has se-

lectable four-wheel-drive and low range. Cou-

pled to the aforementioned Victorian ladder

chassis, solid axles and negligible mass, it

takes some effort to get this little number

stuck.

On top of that, should your little Suzuki be

grounded or bogged down, simply recruit two

or three blokes of the muscular variety and

in no time youre zipping around again. We

dragged our Jimny into a mild off-road area

and it sailed through it with ease often in

high range.

These respectable bundu bashing capabili-

ties have even given rise to fan communities

all around the country and some specimens

are even pimped upwith biggerwheels, taller

suspension, camping equipment and the like.

Someowners also address its power deficit by

giving the little 1,3L engine a once-over.

This 1,328cc in-line four-cylinder petrol de-

velops maximums of 63kW (86hp) or 110Nm

througha five-speedmanual gearbox to reach

a top speed of 140km/h. We not only discov-

ered the Jimny speedometer to be quite accu-

rate but, with a little patience and bravery,

capable of cracking that number.

Our best 0-100km/h time was just over 12

seconds which is completely irrelevant; you

shouldnt even consider this car if youre a

speed freak. Its top-heavy and ancient con-

struction means that the Jimny jiggles about

considerably at highway speeds, hates strong

windandhigh speedovertakingmanoeuvres.

Thegearbox is rathervaguebutpairedwith

a pleasingly light clutchwhich is easy tomod-

ulate in trafficoroff-road.TheJimnyalsohas,

aspromisedbyitscustodian, the turningradi-

us of a forklift. Add the incredibly compact

body to this equation and this is the worlds

second best car to park.

Youwantdimensions?1060kgweight, 360kg

payload, 1,7m height, 3,545mm length, 1,6m

width, 2,25mwheelbase, 40L fuel tank, 190mm

ground clearance, 34 approach angle, 31

ramp angle, 46 departure angle. Without its

spare wheel on the rear door, the Jimny is

shorter than most compact cars on the road.

The specifications include all basicnecessi-

ties like remote central locking, power steer-

ing, powerwindows, remote sidemirrors, air

conditioning, two airbags, ABS brakes, alloy

wheels, fog lights, four cup holders, immobi-

liser, 50/50 folding rear seats and a radio/CD

player combination.

Includinga3-year/100,000kmwarrantyand

4-year/60 000kmservice plan, the Jimny costs

*gulp* R199 900. Ouch bru, I hear you think,

thats a lot of money for such a small car.

Youre absolutely right but Id like you to find

a direct competitor at the price. Ill bewaiting

right here.

Our best 0-100km/h time was just over 12 seconds which is completely irrelevant; you shouldnt even consider this car if youre a speed fre-

ak. PIC: GALIMOTO

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