Top 10 Costliest Cars In The World

Price: $430,355 in US
Rs 5.36 crore in India

The Maybach 57 S has a 12-cylinder engine, goes from 0 to 100 in 5.2 seconds and is designed to be a sportier alternative to the other models. It has more power than the 57 or 62 models, 604 hp versus their 543 hp. As in the other models – Maybach 57 and 62 – the maximum speed is electronically limited.

Top Speed: 250 kmph

Price: $440,000 in US
Rs 5.47 crore in India

Despite claims that the Carrera GT supercar had gone out of production, the car is very much available in the US and is in the list of one of the world’s most expensive cars. The car has 605 hp @ 8000 rpm, can go from 0 to100 in 3.9 seconds and has a ten cylinder engine – a type of rarely seen outside of racing.
Top speed: 330 kmph

Price: $448,153 in Europe
Rs 5.59 crore in India

Maybach’s 62 ultra-luxury sedan is made by Mercedes-Benz and has proved that even a car this expensive to build can turn a profit. The Maybach 62 accelerates from 0 to 100 in just 5.4 seconds. The top speed is electronically limited but can be reached rapidly and with virtually no apparent effort.
Top speed: 250 kmph

Price: $452,750 in US
Rs 5.64 crore in India

The SLR McLaren is as comfortable and sophisticated as a street-legal racecar can be. It is a collaboration between Mercedes and legendary British racecar builder McLaren. With the help of a 617 hp and 5.4-liter supercharged V8 engine, the SLR sprints from 0 to 100 in just 3.6 seconds.
Top speed: 343kmph

Price: ₴58,000 in Europe
Rs 6.94 crore in India

The Koenigsegg is a Swedish car that sports a supercharged V8 engine. It can go from 0 to 100 in 3.2 seconds with its hp of 806 @ 7000 rpm. The Koenigsegg CCR currently holds the Guinness World Record for the most powerful car in series production.
Top speed: 395 kmph

Price: $ 637,723 in US
Rs 7.95 crore in India

Started by former racing driver Steve Saleen, the Saleen car company produces some of the fastest cars in the world. The S7 is designed to compete with the fastest and most luxurious grand touring cars.. It can go from 0 to 100 in six seconds has 750 bhp @ 6300 rpm and sports an all-aluminum V8, 2-valve.
Top speed: 320 kmph

Price: $645,084 (Global)

Rs 8.03 crore in India

Leblanc is ramping up production of its new Mirabeau supercar. The company hopes to make the vehicle street legal for the US by early 2007. With a six-speed sequential transmission, more than 700 bhp @ 7600 rpm, the Leblanc Mirabeau’s interior is optimized for maximum acceleration.
Top speed: 370 kmph

Price: $654,500 in US
Rs 8.17 crore in India

The most expensive American car is also the fastest. Automaker SSC estimates this vehicle is capable of going from 0-60 in just 2.9 seconds and the base model has a supercharged 6..2-litre V8 engine rated 787 bhp @ 6600 rpm. The SSC Ultimate Aero requires 104 octane gasoline.
Top speed: 400 kmph

Price $667,321 in Europe and US
Rs 8.31 crore in India

Pagani is an Italian boutique automaker that builds radical-looking racecars. This version of its Zonda flagship has 555 bhp @ 5900 rpm, can go from 0 to 60 in 3.6 seconds and is propelled by mid-mounted V-12 DOHC engines.
Top speed: 344 kmph

Price: ₱,000,000 in Europe
Rs 15.17 crore in India

Volkswagen’s production delays are finally over and the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 is ready to hit the road. The car sports a W16 engine fed by four turbochargers, can go from 0 to 100 mph in six seconds and uses unique cross-drilled and turbine vented carbon rotors that draw in cooling air for braking.
Top speed: 407 kmph

When buying a new, recalls and defects are always a concern. What is a defect? Why did they do a recall? Where can I report a possible defect or need for a recall? These are all very important questions and can sometimes be tough to find answers to. In the section on Motor Vehicle Defects and Recall Campaigns all your questions, and even a few you didn’t know you had, are answered. Understanding a recall or a defect on your car can save you a great deal of money. In the event of a recall on part of your car, the dealership where you bought it will fix the recalled part for free. If you didn’t know this, you might be out the money that you paid to get the part fixed elsewhere. This section is very informative and helpful. You might even want to take a look at it before you buy a car so you will know what questions to ask the dealership about and recalls or defects they may have had.

Nothing beats the smell of a new car, the thrill of driving away in a car that is yours, one that’s never been owned by anyone else, but it comes at a price in the form of depreciation. You can virtually write off 20 per cent of the purchase price the moment you drive away from the dealer because it’s then a used car. Cars depreciate faster in the first two or three years of their life and the new car buyer has to cop that for the pleasure of being the first owner. By buying used it’s possible to avoid the heaviest depreciation. Cars will still depreciate in their latter years, but at a lower rate.

• New car buyers can choose the colour of their car, the trim colour, the engine, transmission and other options and accessories, but used car buyers have to take what’s available.
• New car buyers have the reassuring backup of a new car warranty so they know that if anything goes wrong they won’t be up for a big repair bill. Anyone buying from a used care dealer will also have a warranty, but it won’t be for as long as the new car warranty. Private buyers don’t have any warranty.

Negotiating with Dealers

It’s a buyers market which means you can bargain with dealers for a better deal, but you need to be prepared for the battle.

• Do some homework on market values before you go shopping so you know the value of the car you’re buying and the value of your trade-in. That way you’ll be better placed to barter with the dealer.
• Have your finance arranged before you go shopping, but don’t tell the dealer. Dealers will often cut the price of a car believing they’ll make money on the finance.
• Don’t settle on the first car you inspect. Visit a number of dealers and compare deals before making a commitment.
• Look for a dealer well stocked with the car you want and he’ll be more prepared to deal.
• Shop towards the end of the month when dealers are looking to get their quotas up.

Financing your wheels

Few of us are able to hand over a wad of cash to pay for our car, we all need finance for the purchase.

• Before you start work out how much you afford to pay, and how much you can afford to repay.
• Don’t be tempted to use your credit card to pay for your car, the interest rate on credit cards is generally very high.
• Shop around to save money.
• Finance through dealers is the most expensive, dealers are on-selling the finance to you and they are making a profit on the deal, so cut out the middle man and go straight to the source of the finance.
• Banks offer finance at a cheaper rate than the dealers, but approval can take time.
• Independent finance companies specializing in car finance often have the lowest interest rates, and some offer fast approvals with an on-line service.

Where to Buy

• Buying from a dealer gives you the security of a warranty. By law dealers have to give you a warranty which gives you some recourse if something goes wrong with the car later.
• Dealers also have to guarantee ownership of the vehicle, that there is no outstanding finance on it which might complicate matters later. They also have to guarantee the odometer reading.
• It’s possible to buy cars cheaper at auction, but there are risks. There’s little chance to check a car over, there’s no chance to drive it, so you take a risk on its condition. The auction environment is not one for the faint hearted, it’s fast moving with lots of little nods, winks and gestures for those in the know. Spend the time to visit auctions to become familiar with them before attempting to join in the action. It’s a good idea to take along someone with mechanical knowledge to help you assess the cars before the auction starts.
• Buying privately can be a way of saving money, but it can be risky for the unwary. There is no comeback with a private purchase, once you’ve driven away you’re on your own.

Before you buy a car ask yourself:

• What kind of driving do you do?
• Off road? Around town?
• What features matter to you?
• Air-con? Safety? Power?
• What’s your price range?
• Where will you be parking?
• Do you have a garage or only on-street parking?
• What kind of insurance can you afford?

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How to check the engine oil

Place your car at the level spot. Stop the engine. Wait for a while to let the engine oil to pour down to the oil pan. Pull the engine oil dipstick. If you don’t know where is the engine oil dipstick, check your owner’s manual, usually it has a bright handle saying “engine oil”.

Wipe it off with a clean rag or tissue. Then insert it back all the way down into its place.

Now, pull the dipstick again and check the oil level. Normally it should be at “FULL” mark. For example, here you can see that it’s a bit lower. It’s not a big problem yet, but it’s better to top it up. Check the oil condition: If it’s way too black, it’s definitely time to change it. If it’s slightly-brown, it’s O.K. If it’s dark-brown, but still transparent, it’s admissible but it’s better to change it soon. If it’s white (coffee with milk color) it means the engine coolant mixes with the engine oil because of some internal engine problem, for example, blown head gasket – have your car inspected.

How to top up the engine oil: It would be better to add the same type and brand of the engine oil as you already have in the engine. Add a little amount of the oil as it’s shown in the image. Wait for a minute to let the oil to pour down. Check the oil level again with the dipstick. If it’s still low, add some more. But don’t overfill it. Don’t forget to install the dipstick back and close the oil filler cap when you finished.

Engine coolant

When engine temperature is reduced (few minutes after the engine has been turned off) , simply add a coolant into the overflow tank to “FULL” mark.

Tires

Check the tire pressure regularly – at least once a month. If you don’t have the tire pressure gauge, it’s really worth to get one. You can find the recommended tire pressure in the owner’s manual or on the tire pressure placard (see photo), which might be located somewhere on the car (e.g. on the driver’s door opening, inside the gas tank, inside the glove box). The maximum pressure listed on tires is NOT the proper pressure! Rotate tires at every second oil change – it will insure all tires wear equally. Feel vibration at cruising speed? – have your tires balanced. There is a safe limit of the tread wear. If the tire is worn below this limit it’s unsafe to drive; your mechanic can check your tires for you. Uneven tire wear indicates alignment problem. Improper alignment causes increased tire and suspension components wear and poor handling. In worst case, improper alignment may throw your car into a skid, especially on a wet or slippery road. If a car pulls aside, wanders or feels unstable on the road, have the alignment checked. Properly done alignment will make your car’s ride a lot more enjoyable.

Taking care of small concerns in time may save you a lot more

Regular mechanical inspection

For your safety, I recommend to have your car inspected regularly, at least once a year, by a mechanic. I mean not just visual inspection by one of the fast lube places, but a mechanic that can lift your car and check major components such as brakes, suspension, etc., while having your tires rotated, for example. This is because many components (e.g ball joints), can not be inspected visually.

Reference: http://www.samarins.com/maintenance/simple.html