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he Helshoogte Pass in the Cape Winelands may have a somewhat daunting name, but those who traverse it are likely to agree it is one of the most beautiful routes in the country. Built in 1854, the steep pass rises out of Stellenbosch to cross between the Jonkershoek and Simonsberg mountain ranges, and ends in one of the most scenic spots in the Cape – the Banghoek Valley. Surrounded by magnificent mountain vistas, this sheltered valley is home to some of the most acclaimed wine farms and restaurants in the Boland, including Thelema, Delaire Graff and Tokara, as well as the wellknown Hillcrest Berry Orchards. Properties in the Banghoek Valley are hard to come by, with many being fiercely guarded from generation to generation. A number of the farms are given over to large-scale vineyards and fruit orchards, with the opportunities to acquire smaller lifestyle estates being very limited. However, Pam Golding Properties (PGP) reports that one such prime property has recently come onto the market – the first time it has become available for purchase in nearly 40 years. The estate in question is the 1,186 ha Zorgvliet West, which occupies some of the original farmland first granted to farmers in the valley in the 17th century. The property enjoys panoramic mountain views and has an original homestead dating back more than 100 years, with a thatched roof. PGP area manager for Stellenbosch, Louise Varga, says it is the ideal lifestyle estate for those wishing to acquire a country escape, raise a family in a peaceful rural environment, or engage in small-scale farming activities. The property is
Zorgvliet West’s thatched manor house dates back over 100 years, but has been extensively renovated for modern living. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED priced at R13,95 million. “This is one of the most sought-after settings in the Boland, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery and blessed with fertile soil,” says PGP agent Clarence Collins. “Yet despite this very rural setting, it is just a short drive from Stellenbosch and all its amenities, including schools, hospitals and major shopping. There is ample accommodation for a large family and visitors, equestrian facilities for those who wish to keep horses, and some basic smallscale infrastructure in place should the buyer wish to expand on the existing farming activity. “The property has an olive orchard of 50 trees, but there is underground piping and irrigation in place which would allow for the planting of some additional fruit trees, vines or more olives, should
the new owner so wish.” The original manor house has been renovated several times over the past century, with major work being done in the early 1990s to modernise and enlarge the home. The resulting home offers six bedrooms spread over two levels, with the upper rooms opening onto balconies to maximise enjoyment of the views. Notable design features include custom-designed stained glass artwork in the hallway, as well as wooden floors, cupboards, doors and staircases. The upper storey lends itself to private family space, and includes a main bedroom suite with large dressing room, a second en suite bedroom and two more family bedrooms, as well as a formal lounge, study and kitchenette. Downstairs there are another two en suite bed-
A panoramic view of Simonsberg Mountain from the estate rooms with their own separate entrances, ideal for guest accommodation, as well as formal and informal dining areas, a lounge and Italianfitted gourmet kitchen with separate scullery, laundry and ironing room. The living areas lead out onto a large patio with built-in braai, while a separate open-plan function room lies adjacent to the main house, offering an ideal space for large parties. Additional guest accommodation is located in a granny flat above this room. The home has a well-established garden with large trees and a 20 m black, saltwater chlorinated swimming pool. An adjacent pool-house offers another space for entertaining, and has a fireplace and kitchenette. Other features of the garden areas
include a custom-built labyrinth with a covered area in the centre, ideal for al fresco dining, as well as a viewing deck and large treatment room which could be used as part of a spa or doctor’s rooms. Stabling is provided for three horses, and the property includes a sloped paddock with excellent drainage. In addition to the thatched manor house, the property also includes a second double-storey residence offering a total of six bedrooms, spacious open plan living areas, an office, library and two fireplaces. The loft-style upper level includes large glass windows which frame the views and ensure plentiful light. To view this estate, or for more information, contact PGP agent Clarence Collins on 021 887 1017, 083 637 1100 or clarence.collins@pamgolding.co.za.
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How do I make my property appeal to buyers? Effective marketing of your property to buyers is critical to you achieving the price you deserve. It’s so sad when we see sellers making little effort to present their homes well – despite pleas to do so. I often compare the marketing of a property to dating. Back in the day when we went out on a date we all made sure we looked (and smelled) our best. It was really important to create a good impression – and often we only got one shot at it. It’s the same when marketing a home. Buyers make an emotional connection with the property they want to purchase. Small things can impact that connection, and it’s important to use them to your advantage.
Here is a list of matters to consider when you present your home for sale: ) Carpets and flooring: carpets need to be clean. Smelly carpets covered in stains do nothing to impress buyers. It may not be necessary to replace carpets, as in many cases a buyer will have their own taste, but get them looking their best. If you have cracked tiles that you can replace then do so. ) Walls: Dirty or marked walls don’t impress. Can they be washed? If not, then a repaint makes a huge difference. Go with neutral colours, and off-white is a safe bet. ) Bathrooms: Mould is a definite turn-off. Clean with an appropriate product, or even consider repainting ceilings and walls with a treated paint. Fix dripping taps. Clean the
baths and showers. Replace broken or damaged toilet seats. ) Kitchens: Beware of clutter on the surfaces. Clean oil and grime off the hob and stove. Glassware needs to sparkle. Taps, sinks, and skirtings need to be looking their best. An old kitchen can look much better with new cupboard handles. ) The garden: cut grass, clean flower beds, and a sparkling pool make a huge difference. Dog mess on the lawn is not impressive. Cut back overgrown shrubs. Make sure any irrigation system is working properly and the grass is green. Fertilizer will help. ) General: Clear the gutters of grass, repaint gutters and downpipes if you need to and seal the joints. The entrance to the front door is the first and the last impression – make it count! Replace dead light bulbs and make sure the lights are on if the day is overcast or it’s dark outside. Woodwork needs to be in good order. Whilst many people love their pets, the reality is that someone who doesn’t, is going to be turned off by pet smells. Address odor issues. And keep the pets locked away for viewings. Fresh flowers, the smell of fresh coffee and cake or biscuits, soft background music – all these go a long way to creating the right impression. As hard as it may be when your agent brings a buyer around, after the initial introductions, give them space to do their job. A buyer won’t speak freely if you are in earshot – and
Talking Property by Steve Caradoc-Davies, principal of Harcourts Platinum your agent needs get them to express themselves. Understand that you have just one chance to make a good impression – so make it count! – E-mail your real estate question to steve.cd@harcourts.co.za
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Seamless living As open plan living becomes a mainstream architectural trend, Anton Odendaal from leading furniture retailer, Rochester, offers some advice on how to choose furniture for open-plan areas. In many modern homes, the kitchen, living room, dining room and patio are designed to flow seamlessly together. In studio apartments, even the bedroom is part of the living area and often the dining area doubles up as a home office. At the start of the trend, homeowners had to knock walls out to get the look, but almost all newly built houses are designed with freeflowing spaces at the core of the building philosophy. Says Odendaal: “Architecture, just like the rest of our contemporary lifestyle, is about comfort, convenience and saving time. Openplan living areas provide easy access to different zones in the home. The awareness of sustainability and saving energy further endorses open-plan living, as this design style tends to optimise natural light and ventilation.” Odendaal notes that there are a few drawbacks to open-plan living areas such as heat loss, less privacy and noise. He also points out that there are, however, many benefits. These include the following: ) Purely practical: Fewer walls mean less wasted space – there is no need for passages, which saves on building costs. It also translates
into more natural light and ventilation. ) A happy place: The sunny atmosphere created by natural light flooding free-flowing spaces, is the most appealing quality of openplan architecture. Homeowners’ needs have changed and formal lounges have been phased out. Cooking alone in a stuffy kitchen was probably never fun for anyone, but with openplan living areas, there is no need to cook in solitude any longer – you can be cooking dinner while your kids watch TV in the living area and your partner does some work at the dining room table. The flexibility offered by openplan living spaces fits in well with our zeitgeist of informal living and less rigid roles of family members. ) Options and more options: One large room allows for flexible floor plans for furniture placement. You can change, shuffle or combine work, leisure and dining zones with very little effort, giving you more creative and practical options. ) A family affair: Walls are barriers, so when they come down, the result is more social interaction. Each family member can be busy with his own activity, yet have a conversation across different zones – dad doing the braai on the porch, mom preparing side dishes in the kitchen, the kids doing homework at the dining table or playing in the lounge, whilst they all discuss their holiday plans. To create a relaxed, yet elegant open-plan living area, Anton says it is advisable to decorate the space
as a whole: “This will strengthen the desired free-flowing look and feel of the space. By not doing so, the different zones won’t blend seamlessly and could end up looking messy and disjointed. Similar to garden design and architecture, you start by planning the whole project, then you can execute it over time.” He offers a few basic décor guidelines that you can follow: ) Furniture doesn’t have to be from the same range, but it should at least be of similar style. ) Choose furniture in proportion to the space. If it is a very big area, then go for chunky furniture, such as an L-shaped sofa with oversized arms. ) Use furniture made from the
same type of wood, or at least wood that is the same colour, throughout the space. ) Leather and earth tones go well with any colour wood. ) Upholstery pattern and texture can differ, but stick to a specific colour scheme, such as earth tones, beiges or greys. ) Repeat the accent colour – be subtle, a hint of red in a painting in the dining area, is enough to pick up a red vase or a red stripe in scatter cushions featured in the lounge area. ) Use loose rugs in the various spaces to create warmth and to define the specific zones. ) Group furniture to form cosy “rooms” within the open-plan space.
) Lighting is another way to define zones, whether pendants, floorstanding or table lamps. Instead of lighting the room evenly, create pools of light in each zone. Moody lighting creates a sense of warmth, whereas bright lighting often feels cold and impersonal. ) Console tables and sideboards work well as understated partitions between zones. ) Bigger furniture pieces, such as TV cabinets and bookcases, can be placed as dividers between zones. They also provide some privacy in the open-plan area and can serve as sound barriers. ) Use ornaments and art works to add personality, warmth and to create a more lived-in feel.
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SELLENBOSCH R12 950 000
EXCLUSIVE ESTATE LIVING Stunning house in sought after gated estate, nestled at the foot of a mountain. This home features spacious living with magnificent views. Ample room for hosting guests. Wine cellar. Beds 4, Baths 4, Garages 4 Web: 270021 Agent: Hettie 083 263 0559 STELLENBOSCH R450 000
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STELLENBOSCH R699 000
DISTINCTIVE BEAUTY COMBINED WITH SUPERB ATTENTION TO DETAIL From the moment you drive through the gates and approach this baronial home, you can't but help being impressed with the verdant surrounding vineyards and breathtaking backdrop of Table Mountain in the distance. Beds 3, Baths 3, Garages 4 Web: 286521 Agent: Andre 082 339 5651
STELLENBOSCH R975 000
STELLENBOSCH R1 600 000
PERFECT STUDENT ACCOMMODATION! North facing apartment with balcony and secure parking in popular Klein Welgevonden with all necessary facilities on your doorstep. Quality, modern finishes. Beds 2, Baths 1, Parking 1 Web: 260009 Agent: Droeks 082 685 9189
DIE WINGERD Laaste erf, 537m², in gewilde area naby skole en Medi-kliniek met pragtige uitsigte. Web: 295575 Agent: Leonie 082 773 0655
CROYDON VINEYARD ESTATE R2 790 000
DE WIJNLANDEN ESTATE R1 980 000
STELLENBOSCH R2 550 000
CROYDON VINEYARD ESTATE - PRICED TO GO, GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY Beautiful family home with an extra study situated against green belt with unobstructed views of Table Mountain and Estate dam. Lifestyle centre with function facilities and gymnasium. Croydon Vineyard Estate is a working wine farm, be part of this unique lifestyle. Beds 4, Baths 3, Garages 2 Web: 293712 Agent: Cindy 082 925 2960
NORTH FACING HOUSE OVERLOOKING THE GREEN BELT. This house have lots of potential to expand on this 693m² erf, good neighbourliness and sense of community take you back to yesteryear. Beds 3, Baths 2, Garages 2 Web: 304172 Agent: Koot 083 263 0541
STELLENBOSCH R3 750 000
STELLENBOSCH R10 200 000 Excluding VAT
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SOLE MANDATE BACHELOR FLAT NEAR CENTRAL STELLENBOSCH A lovely bachelor flat in safe block in Idasvalley. On the 1st floor with mountain views from bedroom. Beds 1, Baths 1, Parking 1 Web: 301675 Agent: Gavin 072 707 1192
STELLENBOSCH R1 795 000
NEW RELEASE VALUE FOR MONEY Spacious bachelors apartment on the verge of campus and close to amenities. Mint condition and good layout. Beds 1, Baths 1 Web: 305734 Agent: Lisbé 084 666 0011 / Leon 082 575 7356
SOLE MANDATE CAMPUS APARTMENT 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, One garage and one undercover parking. Seldomly found on campus! Beds 2, Baths 2, Garages 1 Web: 298309 Agent: Jacques 083 989 1249
STELLENBOSCH R2 690 000
SOLE MANDATE CLOSE TO TOP SCHOOLS Free flowing access to reception areas, patio and sparkling pool. Extra large braai and entertainment room with lovely pool and established garden. Remote entry and alarm system. Beds 4, Baths 3, Parking 2 Web: 304021 Agent: Sophia 082 824 6798
ELEVATED PLUS WONDERFUL VIEWS Solid family home on a great plot! Open plan living and entertainment onto outside patio with braai. All bedrooms north, automated irrigation, extra flatlet and established garden. Beds 4, Baths 3, Garages 2 Web: 289836 Agent: Sophia 082 824 6798
Seeff Boland Winelands and West Coast Paarl 021 863 1616 | Wellington 021 864 2948 | Franschhoek 021 876 4592 | Stellenbosch 021 886 7905 Worcester 023 344 3291 | Tulbagh 023 230 1414 | Ceres 023 312 2080 | Vredenburg 022 713 1991 Langebaan 022 772 1981
LIFE STYLE JEWEL IN STELLENBOSCH COUNTRY SIDE Stylish and elegant this modern home on a 3.8 Ha holding planted with vineyards, is a rare find in the sought after Stellenbosch country side. In keeping with its exclusivity and luxury, this home offers grand proportions and a wonderful entertainment flow with the single level reception areas including a modern kitchen, games room and a large veranda with built in barbeque and bar counter next to a large pool, with apartment, overlooking the vineyards and valleys. Beds 3, Baths 2, Garages 5 Web: 305465 Agent: Andre 082 339 5651
JOINT MANDATE WAITING FOR THE PERFECT FAMILY… Lovingly cared for home with easy flowing living areas, undercover braai patio and sparkling pool. Extra carport and plenty of secure parking. Best buy in a quiet area. Beds 4, Baths 3, Garages 2 Web: 299587 Agent: Droeks 082 685 9189
STELLENBOSCH R41 000 p/m
RENTAL SORT AFTER SMALLHOLDING IN SECURITY ESTATE This home features spacious living areas with ample room for hosting guests and wine room. Beds, 4 Baths 3.5, Garages 4 Web: 305631 Agent: Marise 076 911 2882
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CERES R1 970 000
WELLINGTON R3 750 000
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HOENDERTAND SKAARS! Ouer familiewoning by skole en sakekern. Goeie adres. Ongekende ruimte! 2 Erwe. Swembad. Motorhuis met groot afdak - moontlikheid van 2 woonstelle. Slpk 3, Badk 2, M/huise 2 Web: 282596 Agent: Livvy 083 757 8532
CERES R555 000
LEEFSTYL KLEINHOEWE Prag uitsigte oor die Berg Rivier. Ruim 4 slaapkamer siersteen woning met moderne afwerkings. Dubbel motorhuis, afdak vir ±10 voertuie, swembad, waterregte uit rivier. Twee slaapkamer woonstel, badkamer en oopplan leefarea en kombuis. Slpk 4, Badk 3, M/huise 2 Web: 305710 Agent: Marilize 082 445 6297 / Linda 083 379 3769
PAARL R480 000
PAARL R380 000
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JOU EERSTE EIENDOM! 'n Heerlike sonnige woonstel in 'n sekuriteitskompleks, naby mediese fasiliteite en winkels. Die ideale eiendom vir jou wat jou eerste plekkie wil koop of as jy 'n belegger is. Dit is 'n baie netjiese woonstel wat min onderhoud verg. Slpk 1, Badk 1, Afdak 1 Web: 296652 Agent: Janine 082 897 1052
VERDIEN JULLE SAAM R13000 PER MAAND? Dan kan julle dalk vir hierdie huis kwalifiseer as julle 'n skoon kredietrekord het.* Dis 'n pragtige huis vir 'n klein gesin – met 'n groot omheinde erf en staanplek vir tot 8 motors. *Onderhewig aan finansiele instelling se voorwaardes. Slpk 3, Badk 1, M/huis 0 Web: NVT Agent: Lita 083 498 1018
GENIET DIE BUITELUG VOOR JOU EIE DEUR! Julle eerste plekkie is eenkant en privaat. 'n Oopplan-leefkamer het skuifdeure na die tuintjie. Baie kaste vir julle nuwe goedjies en 'n ekstra kamer vir kuiergaste. 'n Salaris van R16000 per maand en 'n skoon kredietrekord? Dalk kwalifiseer julle vir 'n verband. Slpk 2, Badk 1, Parkering 1 Web: 300609 Agent: Lita 083 498 1018
TULBAGH R170 000 each
TULBAGH R600 000
WELLINGTON R455 000
NUWE VRYSTELLING UITSTEKENDE BELEGGING Moderne oopplan woonstel op 1ste vloer in gewilde sekuriteitskompleks. Balkon. Deeltitel. Slpk 2, Badk 1, Afdak 1 Web: 305390 Agent: Livvy 083 757 8532
PAARL R790 000
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PERFEK VIR TWEE GESINNE! Hier is alles dubbel en het ook met aparte ingange. Elke deel het 'n sitkamer, mooi kombuis, spog badkamer, 2 slaapkamers en stuk tuin. Word tans as een groot huis gebruik. Slpk 4, Badk 2, Afdak 3 Web: 303239 Agent: Lita 083 498 1018
COUNTRY LIFESTYLE Enjoy the country lifestyle on a large plot with mountain views. Close to the railway station in a Cul-de-Sac. Choice of two plots or buy them both for a discounted price. Plot Sizes: 1828m² / 1959m² Web: 305661 Agent: Nelia 082 899 2248
PERFECT FOR YOUR POCKET Prefab 3 bedroom home with spacious rooms. Near to school and large plot. Partially fenced. Had some TLC done recently. Beds 3, Baths 1, Garages 2 Web: 289999 Agent: Niel 072 822 2298
DON'T MISS THIS BARGAIN! Sunny loft apartment in popular Piano Factory. Ideal for student or single person. Balcony, good security. Centre of town, walking distance from CPUT. Beds 1, Baths 1, Parking 1 Web: 305877 Agent: Marilize 082 445 6297/Linda 083 379 3769
WELLINGTON R1 895 000
WORCESTER R465 000
WORCESTER R675 000
WORCESTER R996 000
SECURE, SPACIOUS, FAMILY HOME Low maintenance, excellent location. 3-4 Bedroom with beautiful mountain views. Entertainment area walking onto pool and well kept garden. Close to schools. Plenty extras. Beds 3, Baths 3, Garages 2 Web: 305361 Agent: Marilize 082 445 6297 / Linda 083 379 3769
IDEAAL VIR AFTREDE OF BEGINNER Netjiese meenthuis met eie erfie en motorafdak in veiligheidskompleks. Slpk 1, Badk 1, M/huis 0 Web: 268745 Agent: Elmarie 082 663 5010
Seeff Boland Winelands and West Coast Paarl 021 863 1616 | Wellington 021 864 2948 | Franschhoek 021 876 4592 | Stellenbosch 021 886 7905 Worcester 023 344 3291 | Tulbagh 023 230 1414 | Ceres 023 312 2080 | Vredenburg 022 713 1991 Langebaan 022 772 1981
MIDDEDORP Reg geprys! Meenthuis in veiligheidskompleks met 2 leefareas en parkering. Slpk 2, Badk 2, M/huis 0 Web: 305328 Agent: Barbara 084 517 6478
ROUXPARK Huis met 1 slaapkamer woonstel op groot erf. Van die vertrekke is ruim. Parkering vir 5 voertuie. Omhein met mure. Slpk 3, Badk 2, M/huis 0 Web: 305376 Agent: Gideon 072 367 4502
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Tel: 021 872 2221 Verhurings: 021 872 2038 Hanlie 082 928 0881 R1 950 000
GIA 082 784 3759 Ligging! Ruimte! Adres! Naby top skole. R2 550 000
HANLIE 082 928 0881 Authentic dwelling in prime area.
PAARL
R2 850 000
R2 300 000
GIA 082 784 3759
HANLIE 082 928 0881
Heerlike 4 slaapk, perfekte adres aan die voet van Paarlberg.
Groenvlei: 4 slaapk huis met uitstekende ligging & uitsigte.
R1 375 000
WATERPOEL
R1 400 000
HANLIE 082 928 0881 2
Erf van ±7 000 m @ 'n ongelooflike prys.
R1 300 000
R1 260 000
RIANA 084 585 3650
VOSSIE 082 444 7003
HANLIE 082 928 0881
Karaktervol, bekostigbaar en netjiese ruim woning.
Waarde vir geld. 3 Slaapkamer huis + woonstel + d/mhuis.
Groenleegte Aftree-oord. 2 slaapk met ekstra leefvertrek.
Besoek www.hanliesproperties.co.za vir meer inligting en foto’s.
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Suna Dorfling 021 872 5236
Marinda 082 573 2204
Idalette Jacobs 083 302 5506
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NOORDER PAARL • R1 390 000 HEERLIKE OOPLAN GESINSWONING 3 Slpk, 2 badk, oopplan leefarea, braai stoep, d.m.h, omheinde tuin. Web: 3137007
BOSCHENMEER • R2.950 000 Well build, well designed and good quality finishes. 3 spacious bedrooms, all en-suite! Large entertaining area with good flow to pool. Web: 2921151
WELLINGTON • R2 255 000 BEPLAN VIR STYL EN GERIEF Oopplan-woning binne 'n gewilde ontwikkeling van slegs 26 eenhede. Swembad. Braaistoep. Web: 3135048
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Elfriede Retief 021 872 9608
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Son 15:00-17:00 CENTRAL NORTH • R1 850 000 NEAR GIMNASIUM HIGH Beautiful house with character. 3 bedrooms plus bachelor’s flat. Web: 3134881
NOORD SENTRAAL • R1 700 000 PRAGTIGE HUIS IN PERFEKTE TOESTAND 4 Slk, 2 Badk, Oopplan, “Bachelor’s Flat” Web: 3138068
SUNA 082 576 3745
SUNA 082 576 3745
ELFRIEDE 082 7788 011
MARINDA 082 573 2204
IDALETTE 083 302 5506
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Both homebuyers and builders can do with a VAT concession A VAT concession on newly-built flats and townhouses would level the playing field for young people who want to become homeowners and may boost the labour-intensive residential construction industry. So says Richard Gray, CEO of the Harcourts Real Estate group, who notes that some 40% of housing demand at the moment is coming from young, first-time buyers who favour flats and townhouses, and that builders and developers are responding to this demand by planning and building more of these homes. “According to StatsSA, the vol-
ume of plans passed for new flats and townhouses this year is 43,7% up on last year, and the construction phase of new housing has already increased by 8,6%, even though it is difficult at this stage of the market for developers to compete on price with pre-owned units.” Indeed, according to the most recent Absa Housing Review, the current average difference in price between a newly-built home and a similar pre-owned one is still around 33%, and given the ongoing aboveinflation increases in building costs, the only way for developers to stay competitive is to make the
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newly-built units smaller, he says. “In other words, young buyers of these units are getting less home for their money than they would if they bought pre-owned units – although many are content to accept this because new homes come with construction guarantees, typically need much less maintenance in the critical first few years of home ownership and often have better security than pre-owned homes.” However, Gray says, all buyers of new properties – including many people entering the market for the first time – are being penalised in terms of the relative amount of tax
HARCOURTS PEARL PROPERTIES 021 872 4184
R2 299 000
It's all in the details with this architectural masterpiece. Every room, every large space and every window is used to great effect in showcasing this home's countless qualities. For more information be sure to give Tyree Van Wyk, your Harcourts Pearl real estate agent, a call on 083 261 2722 or 021 872 4184.
they have to pay for home ownership. “Our research shows that home prices being paid by first-time buyers generally range from around R675 000 to R750 000. And the transfer duty (tax) payable on preowned homes in this bracket ranges from R2 250 to R4 500. “But transfer duty is not payable on newly-built homes. Instead, VAT of 14% is usually included in the purchase price, which means that on a unit with a purchase price of R675 000, a whopping R83 000 is the tax component which the developer must hand over to SARS.” This hardly seems fair, he says,
MBC ESTATES
Kerkstraat 12, Wellington • Tel: 021 873 6363 Faks: 021 864 2020 • E-pos: info@mbcestates.co.za
RIVERSIDE 2 Slpk Badk, Komb L/area oopplan vanaf R 620 000 WAVEREN 2 slaapkamer Leefarea Kombuis, M/huis R 725 000 SERENATA 1 Slpk, L/area, Komb Badk R 520 000 BERG EN DAL 3 Slp, 2 Badk, 3 l/areas, d/m/h, s/bad. R2 135 000 5 Slpk, 4 l/areas, studk, 4 badk, dmh, s/bad R2 450 000 UITSIG 3 Slpk, 2 L/areas, Komb, Braaiarea, S/bad, Dmh R2 650 000 3 slp woning plus 8 Bachelor w/stelle op een Erf ideaal vir Belegger/ Pot huur ink R24000 p/m R2 500 000 VOORSTRAAT 4 Slpk, 2 Badk, sitk, komb R 950 000 PIANO FACTORY Bachelors w/stel met eie tuinjie. Grondvloer R 450 000 RANZADALE 4 Slpk, 2 l/areas, studk, 3 Badk, komb, s/bad R1 699 000 3 Slpk, 2 Badk, 2 l/areas, binne braai, s/bad R1 495 000 VERSAILLES VILLAGE 2 Slpk, 2 badk, sitk, oopplan komb E/m/h, afdak R1 100 000
and it obviously penalizes developers too, because the rate of VAT they have to charge influences their competitiveness in the marketplace. “For example, if a concessionary rate of VAT of say, 5%, was applied to first-time buyers of newly-built properties, the developer could lower the price of a R675 000 unit to around R625 000 without any loss of profit. This would also make it easier for potential buyers to qualify for bonds to buy their homes. A VAT concession on new housing would boost both home ownership and entrepreneurial endeavour in the home building industry.”
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www.bolandlandmark.com property@bolandlandmark.com Agricultural Division / Plase - Lukas R1 700 000: NUWE VRYSTELLING
Uitmuntend in alle opsigte! Modern, sonnig met hope akkomodasie. Aparte woonstel met eie ingang. Die woning moet van binne besigtig word. Zahn R2 950 000: CENTRALLY SITUATED WITH STUNNING VIEWS
ON SHOW / SKOU VRYDAG 12:00 TOT 14:00 Voorstraat volg aanwysings vanuit Hoofstraat. 3 Slpk, Badk, Leefarea, Komb - R680 000 GERHARD: 073 385 9513 • MARIETJIE: 082 962 4477 ERNIE DÖRNBRACK: 082 572 5468
Zahn van Zyl
Die eiendomsmense 084 370 2510 082 374 2953 PAARL: 021 871 1020
SHOW HOUSE SUN. 3 - 5 PM
Spacious 4 bedroom family home within walking distance to major schools. Very neat. Domestic quarters and double garage. Zahn
PAARL
Office 021 872 8385
WELLINGTON
Office 021 864 3389 www.rawson.co.za PAARL
R1 250 000
PAARL
R3 500 000
PAARL
R6 955 000
PAARL
R1 295 000 OP SKOU SON 3-5
WEB VERW: 508941
GESAMENT.MANDAAT
CUL DE SAC! Netjiese 3 slaapkamer woning in cul de sac. Moenie die een uit mis nie! Annemie Kotze 072 603 9130
PAARL
R1 570 000
WEB REF: 505343 JOINT MANDATE EXCLUSIVE ESTATE LIVING IN THE HEART OF PAARL! In the heart of Paarl you find this exclusive development. This property is the ultimate in living space finely decorated and finished. This is the trifecta area, price and property. Close to schools and all amenities. Estate living at it's best! Annelie Koen 072 711 2075
SOLE MANDATE GUEST HOUSE - A LIVING PAINTING! This spectacular jewel with all it's character and history are ideally situated for tourist close to the N1. This bed and breakfast show pieces S.A. history in it's finest detail, from being a national monument to the most resent ethnic dignity. For that once in a lifetime experience call me now!! Werner vd Merwe 083 517 1311
WEB VERW: 507027
PAARL
WELLINGTON
WELLINGTON
OP SKOU SON 3-5
WEB VERW: 496537
WELLINGTON
R1 890 000
WEB REF: ?
WELL-BUILT FAMILY HOME Situated in sought after area with stunning views. Ideal for the larger family. Modern kitchen and spacious entertainment area with excellent flow to entertainment area and pool. Carmen Schoeman 082 490 0994
R950 000
OP HOOFSTRAAT! Woon of besigheid met baie parkering. Hesdarie Uys 083 296 9625
R1 495 000
ON SHOW SUN 3-5
WEB REF: 385671
NUWE SEKURITEITS KOMPLEKS! 3 Slaapkamer, 2 badkamer huis. Baie goeie afwerkings met die mooiste uitsigte. Sentraal geleë. Antjie Derks 084 494 0085
R2 495 000
WEB REF: 504241
SOLE MANDATE
PRICE REDUCED! THATCH ROOF BEAUTY! Quiet street, close to Girls High. 3 Bedrooms, study, flat, lapa build-in braai area, stunning garden with swimming pool. Furniture included. Juanita van der Westhuizen 084 093 4689
WELLINGTON
WEB REF: 495729
R1 299 000
SOLE MANDATE
RARE FIND Beautifully renovated character home in historical centre of town. Wooden floors and window shutters. Open plan kitchen with granite tops. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, guest toilet and 1 garage. Covered braai patio to pool and garden. Tertius Joubert 082 877 7534
WEB REF: 497169
SOLE MANDATE
WEB REF: 500571
RETIRE IN COMFORT This townhouse in a retirement village is centrally situated close to town centre. Two bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open plan kitchen/ living area with scullery, 1 garage. Tertius Joubert 082 877 7534
FAMILY HOME CLOSE TO SCHOOLS Neat and spacious family home on large erf with a landscaped garden. Large entertainment areas with indoor braai. Swimming pool. Walking distance to schools. Marisa Visagie 079 877 4117
WELLINGTON
WELLINGTON
R2 299 000
WEB REF: 424451
BEAUTIFUL SECURE HOME WITH SPACE TO DREAM OF! Beautiful home set in upmarket, gated security estate. The home is on one level and offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, modern kitchen with granite tops, open plan living areas with a fireplace and a sparkling pool. Marisa Visagie 079 877 4177
WEB REF: ??
R480 000
SOLE MANDATE
NEW RELEASE 1 Bedroom flat in Riverside Complex. Ideally situated close to campus and town. Carmen Schoeman 082 490 0994
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Verhurings: Paarl 021 871 1481
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PAARL
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R2.7 miljoen
Hayley 082 926 8587 & Igna 082 884 8492
R850 000
Erika 082 412 6964
WELLINGTON
R1.52 miljoen
WELLINGTON Erika 082 412 6964
WELLINGTON
R420 000
Erika 082 412 6964
R1.3 miljoen
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R899 000
WELLINGTON
R1.55 miljoen
Erika 082 412 6964
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WELLINGTON
PAARL Nellie 082 658 4862
Erika 082 412 6964
R6.5 miljoen
R580 000
VERKOOP DEUR ONS
VERKOOP DEUR ONS
VERKOOP DEUR ONS
R3.5 miljoen
PAARL
PAARL Lynette 082 553 3045 & Ilona 082 853 5983
Ronel 082 556 2733 & Jordan 083 298 1481
Erika 082 412 6964
VERKOOP DEUR ONS
Erika 082 412 6964
R3.49 miljoen
VERKOOP DEUR ONS
R1.299 miljoen
R1.25 miljoen
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Ronel 082 556 2733 & Jordan 083 298 1481
VERKOOP DEUR ONS
WELLINGTON
VAL DE VIE
PAARL
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Lynette 082 553 3045 & Ilona 082 853 598
VERKOOP DEUR ONS
Ronel 082 556 2733 & Jordan 083 298 1481
Wellington
R2.25 miljoen
Hayley 082 926 8587 & Igna 082 884 8492
VERKOOP DEUR ONS
VAL DE VIE
BOSCHENMEER
VERKOOP DEUR ONS
VERKOOP DEUR ONS
R1.499 miljoen
WELLINGTON Erika 082 412 6964
R2.195 miljoen
MOTORSHOW: EXCITING MODEL LINE UP
Toyota and Lexus at the Johannesburg International Motor Show 2013 QUICKPIC
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he countdown has begun for the 2013 edition of the Johannesburg International Motor Show and, as in the past, South Africa’s most loved brand will be leading the way with one of the biggest stands and undoubtedly the largest presence Toyota has ever had at the show. According to Kerry Roodt, General Manager of Marketing Communications: “Toyota has produced a stand of great stylistic and architectural appeal with origami-inspired, wave design elements predominating. This follows the new global direction, making us one of the first countries to adopt it after Europe, Thailand and South America.” But, as Roodt points out, “the 1 053 m² indoor Toyota stand in Hall 6 does much more than just accommodate the vehicles; it was developed with the aim of letting visitors really feel the Toyota brand promise. Our mission through our products and our service is to bring smiles to the lives of every single customer; our stand is simply an extension of this.” This is reflected in how the 18 cars will be displayed: Hilux, Fortuner and the Toyota Imperial Racing Hilux piloted by Dakar champions, Giniel de Villiers and Dirk von Zitzewitz, will be on show in the Quality, Durability and Reliability (QDR) zone. Appropriately, this area will be reserved for locally built models and it will highlight how Toyota delivers peace of mind and trust to customers through QDR,
The FT-86 Open Concept will be one of many vehicles on display at the motor show. which is a core strength of the brand. In the “waku-doki” or fun-todrive zone, models such as the 86, Aygo, FJ Cruiser and RAV4 will be featured. “A few cars we’ll still keep under wraps until show time but we can divulge that the FT-86 Open Concept – which premiered at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year – will be seen officially for the first time
on African soil. This car, which personifies fun and excitement, was created to test the water for the possible introduction of a convertible version of the globally acclaimed 86 sports coupe,” Roodt said. An exhibit that will come under the spotlight in the hybrid leadership zone is the ground-breaking TS030 Hybrid driven by Anthony Davidson, Sébastien Buemi and Stéphane Sarrazin which finished
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second at this year’s gruelling 24hour Le Mans race. Together with the Toyota Imperial Racing Hilux and South Africa’s newest rally championship challenger, the Castrol Team Toyota Racing Yaris which can be viewed in the fun-todrive zone, these three models will reinforce Toyota’s glorious motorsport heritage. Moving outdoors, Toyota will likewise take a commanding lead in
the off road arena. The full range of Toyota and Lexus 4x4 vehicles will be on view, including the new Prado. The public will also have the opportunity to put selected models through their paces on both the 4x4 track as well as Toyota’s very own “Urban Trax”. The latter is a go-anywhere, set-up anywhere, versatile 4x4 demonstration and instruction track, which allows the Toyota Advanced Driving team the opportunity to display the various capabilities and functions of the Toyota range of off road vehicles, through seven man-made obstacles that mimic a rough outdoor environment, but can be experienced in an urban environment. These include the demonstration of extreme ascents, descents, cross axle articulation, side slopes, traction control, downhill assist control, crawl control, ridge crossing as well as differential lock functionality. The stand for sister brand Lexus is likewise modelled on the new global design which was first shown at Geneva. It takes its cue stylistically from the signature L-finesse design language – iridescent metallic hues combine with crisp, sharp lines to create a dramatic, uncluttered backdrop for the glittering line-up of prestige models. These include the recently minted IS attired in F-Sport apparel, the GS in hybrid 450h guise, the rare and utterly exclusive LFA supercar (as well as its F-Sport road bike sibling) and, of course, the LS flagship. A surprise new Lexus model will also be unveiled at JMS – details will be provided shortly.
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Mercedes Benz CLA is ‘best new design product of 2013’ QUICKPIC With its progressive and dynamic design, the MercedesBenz CLA has emerged as the clear winner of the competition held by German motoring magazine, auto, motor und sport, for the title of best new design product of 2013 in the compact car class. No fewer than 17 680 readers cast their votes in this year’s Autonis design awards which auto, motor und sport holds each year to honour the most beautiful new cars. The only criterion is to establish which car the readers find the most attractive. The contest in the compact class saw the CLA secure clear overall victory with more than 29 per cent of the vote. The coupé is seen as a style rebel and impressed readers with its exceptionally innovative design. Sporty proportions, allied to a powerful and dynamic design idiom characterised by a sensual interplay between concave and convex surfaces, make the CLA unmistakable and give it all the attributes of a future design icon. The exterior’s progressive, sporty appearance is continued inside the vehicle. Its hallmark features include an unmistakable, clear and sensual design idiom and a very special high-quality appeal thanks to the selection of
The all-new Subaru Forester can now add its striking design to a long list of accolades which include five-star Euro NCAP safety rating.
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Japanese Good Design Award for Subaru Forester QUICKPIC The Mercedes-Benz CLA has emerged as the clear winner of the competition held by German motoring magazine auto, motor und sport for the title of best new design product of 2013 in the compact car class. PHOTO: QUICKPIC premium materials and the wide choice of combination options. As a compact four-door coupé, the CLA not only created a new segment, but also established itself as a world champion in the field of aerodynamics, with a world’s best Cd value for a series production vehicle of 0.22. In addition, it also sets new standards when it comes to efficiency, thanks to favourable consumption and low emissions values from 109 g CO2/km. In keeping
with its sporty character, the CLA is available with high-torque turbocharged engines producing up to 155 kW, a sports suspension and also 4MATIC all-wheel drive. Its technical highlights comprise numerous driver assistance systems, including the enhanced collision prevention assist. Even prior to its market launch the CLA was praised for its outstanding design by design experts, who presented it with the famous “red dot award”.
Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, is pleased to announce that the Subaru Forester has won the Good Design Award for 2013 from the Japan Industrial Design Promotion (JDP). A judge of the competition commented: “This is an elaborately created vehicle design embodying SUV elements which will fit all roads and conditions. Encompassing stability, all-road-capability and versatility in one package, the car reflects the result of steady evolution achieved over the long-time pursuit of SUV simplicity and balance. The combination of stable handling and supreme high quality design, with features such as seats which focus on the fundamentals and the highlyfunctional inside door handles, has
resulted in high level automobile design.” On show at the Good Design Exhibition in Tokyo on the back of receiving its award, the all-new Subaru Forester can now add its striking design to a long list of accolades which include five-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP safety ratings as well as the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award for safety – the only compact SUV ever to achieve this. Subaru Southern Africa marketing manager, Ashley Lazarus, says: “The fourth-generation Subaru Forester is evolutionary in its design and engineering, and we are of course very proud of this design achievement. Not only is the new Forester our most balanced, focused and dynamically advanced Forester ever, but it’s an ergonomically sound, good-looker as well.”
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Audi A4 Allroad TDi: the clever estate HANJO STIER So you live out in the sticks but the roads never deteriorate enough to warrant a wonky 4x4. Perhaps you already have such a vehicle and long for a decent station wagon. Maybe the one you fancy is a butch estate which can also deal with a nasty middelmannetjie. This car could be Audi’s new A4 Allroad. In all fairness, I should also advise that you take a good look at Volvo’s excellent V40 Cross Country which I reviewed earlier this month. And if we stray slightly from the beefedup estate genre, your short-list may also include Subaru’s Forester and a whole horde of trendy Mommy 4x4’s. To be even more fair, I’ll have to draw some comparisons between this German and the Scandinavian effort because I did just that in the latter’s review. For starters, the Audi only comes in two models with Quattro four-wheel-drive. Volvo offers you many versions of its car of which only the range topper is 4x4. Price-wise, the Swedish selection ends before the Germans begin. Although some V40 Cross Country models have superior specifications, the easiest explanation for the Audi’s premium is its extra space. The Allroad looks and feels bigger, trumping its rival in almost every measurable dimension. Right now you probably expect me to give praise to and worship Audi’s build quality but you’d be wrong. Yes, it’s excellent, but I think
The Allroad TDi’s 2 F turbo-diesel four-cylinder is comparable to Volvo’s D4 at 130kW (177hp) and 380Nm, both cars hit 100km/h in about 8 seconds and max out at 210km/h. the Volvo is very close and thus offers better value for money. Both interiors have their own take on simplistic perfection, the Audi’s infotainment system being a little more intuitive. Both cars offer superb ergonomics and leave little for you to discover or get used to – top marks all
around as this keeps your focus on the road. I had some Bluetooth syncing issues with the Volvo but suspect that the problem may lie with my over-toothed mobile phone. The Allroad TDi’s 2-F turbo-diesel four-cylinder is comparable to Volvo’s D4 at 130kW (177hp) and 380Nm, both cars hit 100km/h in about 8 sec-
onds and max out at 210km/h. Audi also offers a more sprightly and thirsty TSi turbo-petrol model with 165kW (224hp) and 350Nm. Both Allroad iterations are only offered with Audi’s 7-speed S-Tronic automatic gearbox; in our opinion the TDi overcomes this transmission’s low-speed awkwardness bet-
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ter thanks to its low-down grunt. It also offers a Sport mode and direct gear selection by flicking the lever left. Out on the road, the Allroad’s refined chassis and drive train make for an incredibly smooth and solid ride. The engine is fairly smooth and quiet, gear shifts are imperceptible and grip levels are phenomenal. Even with deactivated traction control, we could barely get ours to make a tyre squeal. The clever quattro 4x4 system and advanced ESP (electronic stability program) even detect when you’re off-road and will compensate their efforts accordingly. An Allroad should thus easily conquer mild offroad tasks thanks to these systems and 180 mm of ground clearance. Average diesel consumption is about 7F per 100 km which makes for a decent range from the 61 F tank, the Allroad giving adventurous families a few advantages when they get to their destination. Firstly, it will happily trek around game parks and farm tracks without major fuss. Secondly, the additional cargo capacity means mom can pack extra and your entire luggage stays dustfree. Last but certainly not least, you won’t find many others of its kind around as Audi has ditched the regular Avant (estate) A4 and the Allroad’s only two remaining siblings are the loony S4 and bonkers RS4. Audi’s A4 Allroad costs R465 000 (TFSi) or R470 000 (TDi) and comes with a 5-year/100 000 km Freeway Plan. – Galimoto Media
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BMW 316i: Beiere se trotse intree-sedan HANS HEESE BMW is al jare lank gevestig in Suid-Afrika, reeds vóór die Tweede Wêreldoorlog het daar al van die legendariese 328 sportmotors op die gruispaaie van destyds stof opgeskop. Daarna is daar enkele BMW 501 in die vyftigerjare deur ’n trekkermaatskappy ingevoer maar die verouderde bakwerk van die motors het nie juis byval gevind nie, al was hulle met V8 enjins toegerus. Dit was eers die klein Isetta en die BMW 700-reeks wat die Beierse vervaardiger in die sestigerjare in Suid-Afrika bekend gemaak het. Dit was ook eers in die post-1960 jare wat die legendariese BMW 1500 as volle ingevoerde model plaaslik beskikbaar geword het. Met die verdwyning van die gewilde Borgward Isabella van die toneel het BMW nou ingeskuif as die enigste vervaardiger wat die prestigeryke Mercedes op ons turf kon aandurf. Dit was natuurlik nadat ’n plaaslike maatskappy begin het om die BMW 1804 en 2004 hier te monteer. En vir dié wat al van hierdie motors vergeet het; dit was die Glas 1700 van Hans Glas, van Goggomobil-faam en in Umtare in Zimbabwe as die Cheetah bekend gestaan het. Terug na die BMW 3-reeks wat heelwat later by ons op die toneel verskyn het en onmiddellik ’n blitsverkoper geword het. Vir ’n kort tydjie is ’n uniek Suid-Afrikaanse model, die BMW 333 vervaardig en was dit die blitsigste klein BMW in die wêreld op ’n tydstip wat die klein Ford Capri, aanvanklik ’n 1.6 F enjin met ’n reusagtige V8 op ons renbane deelgeneem het. Om een of ander rede is ons Suid-Afrikaners behep met kilowatt en perdekrag en was ons 316 modelle toegerus met 1.8 F enjins. Hierdie mode is gelukkig aan die verdwyn en het die 316i nou inderdaad ’n 1.6 F enjin. Om te vergoed vir die verlies in enjingrootte, is daar
van turbo-aanjaging gebruik gemaak om verrigting vir die plaaslike mark te verbeter. Oor die bakvorm en die niertjievormige neus voor, hoef daar nie uitgewei te word nie; BMW se stilering was nog altyd voor in die koor en die blou-en-wit vliegtuigskroef-embleem verteenwoordig steeds uitmuntende verrigting en padhouvermoë. Geen wonder dat ’n Chinese bakkievervaardiger die niertjie sierrooster op hulle stompneus voertuie aangebring het in die hoop dat dit kopers sou lok nie. (Hulle moes op die ou end die aftog blaas nadat daar met die hof gedreig was). Die jongste BMW 316 wat ons onder hande gehad het, en wat aan al die verwagtinge wat reeds genoem is voldoen, was die Modernweergawe waarin daar verskeie ekstras by die prys ingesluit is om die motor nog meer aanloklik te maak. Die kajuit is stylvol, die kontroles op die regte plekke en die stuur en sitplek verstelbaar om die bestuurder volle beheer oor die motor te gee. Dit is dan ook op draaierige paaie waar die BMW 3-reeks sy sportiewe eienskappe op sy beste weerspieël. Hoewel die skrywer baie lanklaas ’n BMW teen hoëspoed oor lang afstande bestuur het, bly die indruk nog dieselfde: Daar is min motors wat teen werklik hoë snelhede so stabiel soos ’n BMW op die pad is. Die hart van die 316 is ’n 1 598 cc enjin wat 100 kW teen 4 350 opm ontwikkel en 220 Nm teen ’n rustige 1 350 opm beskikbaar stel; overgeset synde, daar hoef nie met die ratkierie deur die ses gange gejaag te word om die Beierse perd te laat spring nie. Trap die pedaal en hy versnel met ’n baie ordentlike tempo. Hy is nie ’n renperd nie maar draf tog die 1-100 km/h versneltoets af in minder as 9 sekondes en laat die naald draai by 210 km/h op ’n windstil dag. Hoewel die brandstofverbruik nie onder praktiese toestand getoets is nie, gee die vervaardiger ’n syfer van 4,7 F per 100 km aan vir oop pad bestuur en 7,6 F vir die langpad.
Om een of ander rede is ons Suid-Afrikaners behep met kilowatt en perdekrag en was ons 316 modelle toegerus met 1,8 F enjins. Werklike verbruik sal waarskynlik met ’n liter ekstra nader aan die werklikheid wees, afhangende van die bestuurstyl van die eienaar van die 316i. Wat ’n groot indruk op die passasiers gehad het, was die waarskuwing wat die BMW gee as daar ’n motor in die bestuurder se blindekol beland; daar is liggies in die buitespieëls ingebou wat flikker en as daar dan na die regterbaan gedraai word; is daar ’n vibrasie in die stuur om die bestuurder te waarsku dat daar moeilikheid aan die kom is. Hierdie stelsel werk baie goed saam met al die elektronika wat die stuur- en gedragstelsels van die BMW beheer. Veiligheid en verrigting kom baie goed by mekaar uit in hierdie BMW. Maar wat kos al hierdie genietinge? Die ba-
sisprys van die BMW 316i is R349 500, maar met die Modern-plaatjie langs die kant, gaan die prys op na R 372 200. Of die deursnee motorkoper vir hierdie, meestal kosmetiese ekstras, sy beursie gaan oopmaak, is onseker. Ons keuse is beslis die basismodel sonder enige tierlantyntjies. In ruil vir die belegging; kry die koper ’n vinnige, stylvolle en beproefde luukse sportsedan wat gedek word deur ’n 5-jaar of 100 000 km diensplan en waarborg. Die vervaardiger se bystandsplan BMW On Call is ook in Nambië en Botswana van toepassing. BMW eienaars is in elk geval mense wat vinnig en ver wil ry en dus is hierdie klein ekstra belangrik tussen Gaberonne en Windhoek. – www.galimoto.co.za
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Paarl Motors
Number 1Mercedes Benz Truck Centre Paarl The Mercedes Benz Truck Centre has been part of the greater Paarl community for the last 20 years.
Benz Trucks; Sprinter and Fuso. (Cell no: 079 846 2674 - office hours 07:30 - 17:00)
Landi Jooste is the certified service advisor that will assist you and take care of your vehicle.
The center also provides a 24 hour standby service. Special offers - watch this space!
Marius van Jaarsveld is your parts salesman
Another value added service is a drop off and collect which just makes your Mercedes Benz trucking experience even better.
Louwrens van Lill is your sales executive for Mercedes Phone us during office hours: 021 862 1037 Emergency number: 0800 1 333 55
EK Green Street, Huguenot, Paarl
23 GWM’s popular H5 refined and upgraded for 2014 BOLAND SOLD
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QUICKPIC Ever since its introduction in 2011, GWM’s popular H5 SUV has earned itself the reputation of a rugged and practical go-anywhere, do-anything vehicle. With its spacious cabin, numerous luxury features and powerful, yet economical 2,0 F turbo-diesel engine, it’s no wonder the H5 has proven so popular with adventurous families. Now, boasting a number of refinements and upgrades for the new model year, the H5 looks set to find even more homes in South Africa. In its latest guise the H5 remains instantly recognisable courtesy of its trademark vertical tail lamps and sloping nose design. Visually the upgraded model can be easily identified by the chrome strip above the lower front airdam, redesigned rear LED lamps and new tailgate spoiler. Still priced to compete against socalled soft-roaders, the H5 is in reality a rather different proposition altogether, offering more rugged underpinnings and a full-size SUV body. With near 200 mm of ground clearance and striking 17-inch alloy wheels as standard, the H5 is not only a pretty face, but a vehicle that boosts driver confidence when the going gets rough. The H5’s impressive approach and departure angles make it an easy vehicle to manoeuvre in extreme off-road conditions. For added peace of mind a full-size spare wheel is fitted to the vehicle. The H5 is available in Pearl black, Sky silver, Titanium white, Noble grey, blue or red.
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ny’s five-speed manual transWhen it comes to travelling mission while the diesel models with families, comfort levels make use of either a six-speed are directly related to space. In manual or a five-speed automatthis regard the H5 is without ic. For the more hardcore adequal at the price, offering vast venturers out there, there is furlegroom and boot space as a rether good news in that the flagsult of its generous 2 700 mm ship H5 2,0 VGT manual 4x4 wheelbase. In the unlikely model now also offers a lowevent of there not being enough range ratio to help tackle those packing space, the H5 also feaserious obstacles. tures sturdy roof rails for the fitWith an impressive four-star ment of a roof carrier system. rating following crash testing The upgraded H5 features nuby Australia’s ANCAP organimerous interior enhancesation, the H5 comes with provments, including revised trim en safety credentials. Standard (chrome and piano black acfeatures include dual SRS aircenting), a rev counter that indibags, side impact protection cates the optimal engine speed, bars, Isofix child seat anchors, more sophisticated indicator/ ABS with EBD (electronic wiper column stalks, frameless brake force distribution) and wiper blades and even a redepre-tensioning front seatbelts signed remote control key. GWM’s 2,0-litre VGT engine delivers a maximum power output of 110 kW at with load limiters. The standard features list ri- 4 000 rpm with maximum torque of 310 Nm available from 1 800 to 2 800 rpm. Fog lights front and rear vals many a German luxury saPHOTO: QUICKPIC boost visibility in poor weather loon. Included are; power steerGWM’s 2,0 F VGT engine delivers conditions. The rear park sensors ing, climate control, electric win- and a rear centre armrest with two a maximum power output of 110 kW (with camera view) limit the chancdows and side mirrors, a six- cup holders. The 2,0 VGT models further add a at 4 000 rpm with maximum torque es of parking scrapes and the doors speaker, touch-screen infotainment system with DVD player/MP3 play- rear view mirror auto dimming of 310 Nm available from 1 800 to 2 800 auto-lock at speeds above 15 km/h. Security is provided by a standard er/USB/Aux, reverse park assist function with individual tyre pres- rpm. This super efficient four-cylincamera with audible warnings, light sure monitoring and temperature der engine meets stringent Europe immobiliser, with the further consensing auto headlights, steering- readings, an instantaneous fuel con- IV emission standards and carries venience of remote central locking. The H5 line-up is available mounted audio controls and Blue- sumption read-out on the instru- EU certification. It features dual tooth, leather upholstery and door ment panel and an airbag disable overhead camshafts, high-pressure through GWM’s extensive dealerinserts, leather-wrapped steering function. In addition, the H5 Auto common rail injection, variable ge- ship network, currently boasting ometry turbocharger (VGT), NVH more than 70 outlets and service cenwheel and gear lever knob, driver Diesel features cruise control. The H5 is offered with two engine noise control, an exhaust gas recir- tres. Every H5 is backed by a compreand passenger lumbar support, seatbelt reminder and height adjust- options, a 2,4 F naturally aspirated culation (EGR) system and an auto- hensive 3-years/100 000 km warranment system, adjustable steering petrol (4G69) powerplant, and the matic valve clearance compensator. ty and 2-years/24-hour roadside asThe 2,4 F 4G69 petrol engine reach- sistance. column, rear auxiliary power point, company’s highly rated 2,0 F VGT The model line-up (limited numrear demister, rain-sensing wipers, turbodiesel, the latter of which has es a maximum power output of 60/40 split rear seats, 10 tie-down been upgraded by the fitment of a 100 kW at 5 250 rpm and maximum bers of 2013-spec vehicles remain available): points in the rear cargo compart- Honeywell turbocharger (on auto- torque of 200 Nm at 4 000 rpm. Prices start at R234 900 and continH5 petrol models (both 4x2 and ment, map reading lights, tinted side matic models) which improves overand rear windows for UV protection all driveability and responsiveness. 4x4) are equipped with the compa- ue towards R309 900.
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