The Herald (Zimbabwe)

BAIC: CAR THAT REPRESENTS ZIM:

- Tinashe Makichi Motoring

BAIC Group is a Chinese automobile and machine manufactur­er ranked fifth largest automaker in China in terms of volumes.

It boasts several successful passenger-car joint ventures with foreign firms. One of such joint ventures is BEIQI Zimbabwe Ltd, a partnershi­p between BAIC and Willowvale Motor Industries. BEIQI assembles vehicles locally and offers after sale services.

BAIC is well known for its intriguing designs, quality and a remarkable after sales service. The high quality products that the company produces come from a careful selection of superior suppliers which include Bosch and Linde to name just a few.

The most exciting part about all BAIC vehicles is that they are now being assembled locally and BEIQI Zimbabwe has entered into strategic alliances with local Motor Dealers to distribute their vehicles. One of the dealers is Nissan Clover Leaf Motors.

The ZX GRANDTIGER is designed according to the latest developmen­t trends and embodies the latest developmen­t trends. What fascinates me the most is the very comfortabl­e and neatly designed cabin.

The air conditioni­ng system is perfect and responds quickly as soon as you switch it on. Visually, it is attractive in exciting colours.

The new generation double cab is available in a 4x2 and 4x4 variety it is also available in a 2,4L petrol engine or a 3,2 L turbo diesel inter cooler engine derivative.

The ZX GRANDTIGER is designed according to the latest developmen­t trends and belongs to the fifth generation of pick-up models and embodies the latest technologi­es and designing theories.

Most people are amazed with the fact that it’s a local issue and reasonably priced too. It’s a perfect work horse for farmers, constructi­on firms and can be used to carry equipment. It is a vehicle which a fleet manager should consider to buy.

The Grand Tiger is very sensitive to your pocket because of its remarkable fuel efficiency.

As a customer you can just bring ATM card swipe and take your car home without worrying about forex and crazy exchange rates! It also comes with a three year or a 100 000km warranty depending on whichever comes first.

The Grand Tiger was designed with the customer in mind. It has good ground clearance and great off road capabiliti­es, it slithers through muddy roads without any difficulti­es.

BEIQI offers a remarkable after sales service and have genuine BAIC parts available in stock. Above all, the company boasts of highly skilled and trained technician­s which are backed up by local assembly technician­s to offer expert advice on product design and vehicle maintenanc­e.

After the test drive I grudgingly returned the car but I must say I was impressed by the performanc­e and design of the vehicle.

For Pricing and availabili­ty Visit Nissan Clover Leaf Motors your local BAIC Dealer.

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