Mahindra Bolero

 Mahindra Bolero

  

     The Mahindra Bolero, known for its ruggedness has been India's best selling SUV for a long time now, always making it into the top 10 models sold every month. Why is this under-powered machine so popular with the Indians when the rest of the world gave it a terrible rating?? I find out..

   This particular piece finished in metallic green gives us the answer. Acquired in 2003, it has run about 1.5 lakh kilometers. 0-100 time cannot be estimated as the 65 horsepower Peugeot sourced 2.5 litre diesel engine doesn't allow the needle in this 1.5 tonne beast to cross 80. The ride in the city is harsh and the acceleration is lethargic but decent for a machine this big, and the brakes have no bite at all. The vehicle decelerates slowly. But none of this matters. What really matters is how this car has served us, going about its duty without complaining. What this car does so beautifully is connect with you emotionally. It is not just another regular car which you buy, use and sell. This car has a soul, a desirability factor, which is missing in many cars sold nowadays. It does not have four wheel drive but it has taken us to many places where any normal car wont dare venture. You drive this car not for its performance nor its off road abilities, but for it's "that's why you drive a Bolero" feel quoting my uncle.

 

   It is nearing the end of its life now but it still does not hesitate to carry on with its work. A new car will soon replace it for the office run and weekend drives but the Bolero will always remain in our hearts.