We Compare Four Of The Best Double Cab Bakkies

Posted by on 13 Jun 2022 under Car Reviews, Ford, General, Group 1 Cars, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Toyota

Best bakkies in South Africa

Best bakkies for sale in SA compared

In America they are called trucks, in Aussie Utes and in South Africa we call them bakkies. No matter what you call them, the bakkie is a firm favourite for a huge percentage of our population. Working bakkies on farms, building sites, mines, factories and small businesses, lifestyle bakkies to pull the boat or the trailer full of bikes, for weekend bundu bashing or simply to keep the neighbours jealous.

The thing is, it is impossible to define a ‘bakkie’. From the very basic single cab 4×2 to 4×4 twin cab, all turbo, all optional extras, high-riding snarling beasts that will make Mad Max blink, and everything in between, there is a bakkie for every need and the need for more bakkie variants seems insatiable.


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Which Cars Have High Ground Clearance?

Posted by on 02 Jun 2022 under Asx, Blog, Car Reviews, General, Group 1 Cars, Mitsubishi

Vehicle with high ground clearance

Cars with the highest ground clearance

South Africa has an extensive road network consisting of national highways, byways and rural roads throughout all nine provinces. While efforts are made to keep roads in good condition, there are still bumps and potholes to contend with, not to mention going off-road and that requires cars with high ground clearance.

The good news is there are many cars with high good ground clearance to combat this. In this basic guide, we briefly discuss vehicles from various segments that have high ground clearance.


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Used VW Cars For Sale – Part 5: VW Transporters

Posted by on 29 Dec 2021 under Car Model History, Car Reviews, Volkswagen

VW transporters

Part 5: VW Cars – Transporters

It should come as no surprise that more people are searching for quality used VW cars for sale as the German automaker continues to impress. Through continued investment in technology and exceptional engineering, they have produced some of the most popular and successful cars on the market today.


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The Pre-Owned Sedan – Best Value For Money Buy

Posted by on 10 Nov 2021 under Blog, Car Buying Tips, Car Reviews, General, Group 1 Cars

Audio A4 sedan

Best value for money cars for sale? Sedans.

Change creates opportunity. Let’s consider the fate of the compact sedan and the incredible value for money opportunity it offers the buyer like you – looking for a great pre-owned car with all the features you would want.

In the recent past, the sedan has increasingly been replaced by the more popular configurations, the SUVs and the hatch. It is almost a fashion thing rather than a practical thing. I test drove a Hyundai Elantra recently and was very impressed. It is a smart-looking car, roomy and luxurious, with an enormous boot. It had all the nice features today’s discerning driver could wish for. But it was not always thus.


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Used VW Cars For Sale – Part 4: VW Amarok

Posted by on 28 Oct 2021 under Car Model History, Car Reviews, Volkswagen

VW Amarok bakkie

Part 4 – VW Cars: Bakkie

If you are looking for quality used VW cars for sale, Group1 has you covered. All of our pre-owned cars are backed by our award-winning customer service, exceptional vehicle knowledge, diverse product and brand range of the highest quality. The only thing left is to choose the right car for you and the top-rated VW Amarok should be at the top of the list.


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Used VW Cars For Sale – Part 3: VW Tiguan And Caravelle

Posted by on 13 Aug 2021 under Car Buying Tips, Car Reviews, Volkswagen

VW Tiguan in the woods

Part 3 – VW Cars: Vans

Are you looking for quality used VW cars for sale in South Africa? Few places are as highly regarded as Group1 as all of our used cars are backed by our award-winning customer service, exceptional vehicle knowledge, diverse product and brand range of the highest quality. The only thing left to do is to find the right car for you with the much-loved VW Tiguan, VW Caravelle and VW Kombi topping the list.


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Well Worth The Search: A Prime Pre-Owned Nissan Qashqai

Posted by on 26 Jul 2021 under Car Model History, Car Reviews, Nissan, Qashqai Facelift, Qashqai My14

Previous generation Nissan Qashqai

Used Nissan Qashqai models are VERY popular

The salesman told me to decide fast because they move quickly. “Ja, ja, salesman talk,” I thought, I have time.” Two days later when I phoned for the Qashqai, it was gone and I was disappointed. I was looking to trade in my venerable 2006 X-Trail and immediately fell in love with the Qashqai – a late first-gen 1.6, white, low mileage, fair price. It was the first time I had really looked closely at this oddly-named car. You would see them in the street, nice looking, nothing special. Until you look at the boot – the nearest thing to match my X-Trail I could afford then.


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Used VW Cars For Sale – Part 2: VW Polo TSI And TDI

Posted by on 29 Jun 2021 under Car Buying Tips, Car Reviews, Polo, Volkswagen

VW Polo TSI

Part 2 – VW Cars: TSI And TDI

When looking for quality used VW cars for sale, there’s no better place than Group1 as we have a large selection to choose from. Volkswagen has long been touted as a quality, reliable and affordable brand whether you buy a new or used car. Some of the most stylish used VW cars for sale at Group1 include the VW Polo TSI and TDI.


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VW Cars For Sale – Part 1: VW Hatchbacks And Sedans

Posted by on 31 May 2021 under Car Buying Tips, Car Reviews, Polo, Volkswagen

Two VW Polos in sunset

Part 1 – VW Cars: Hatchbacks and Sedans

Looking for quality used VW cars for sale? You’ve come to the right place as Group1 has a wide selection to choose from. As any owner of a second hand VW will tell you, few brands are as reliable, stylish and affordable, including the VW Polo Vivo, Volkswagen Up!, Golf GTI, Volkswagen Tiguan and VW T6 Caravelle. All of our used cars are of the highest quality so all you have to worry about is finding the right one for you.


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Seven Pre-owned SUVs To Think About

Posted by on 03 Oct 2019 under Asx, Car Buying Tips, Car Reviews, Ecosport, Ford, Group 1 Cars, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Renault, Toyota, X-Trail

SUV in Woods

Seven Great SUVs

There is no such thing as a typical SUV. Some are bigger, some are rather cramped. Some are a bit too grand for anything but parking on a pavement, while some are at home in the bush. You cannot really compare cheap with cheap or large with large and get a meaningful answer.


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