For every new car sold in New Zealand, two second-hand cars from Japan will be sold. The best-selling cars in New Zealand are second-hand cars from Japan. You will come across some strange model Japanese cars as they are manufactured for the Japanese domestic market but available in New Zealand as they became second-hand. Some of those JDMs (Japanese Domestic Models) are actually more exciting than any European car.
It costs a few hundred dollars to get a tow bar fitted, but it's pretty useful for life in New Zealand. Kiwis are great DIYers, so it's important to be able to move stuff. Stores will usually supply trailers for free to those who need them.
I mean, I think a big part of the problem here was location. If you happened to live somewhere with a much more robust public transport system, having only one car wouldn't have been such a hassle. There are many working couples in places like Auckland and Wellington who only have one car and do fine. There's probably a culture difference too, with many Kiwis being a lot more inclined than Americans to just make a single car work and not give in to having a second car.
Really enjoyed that Daniel. Very well explained as to why the change of wheels was required. Also l love your choices with the Mazda and the Territory. Took me a second or two to realise that your 'hitch' is a 'towbar' to most Kiwi's. All the very best to the soon to be family of four! 👍🏻💖
Strange you never lifted the hood and showed the folks that iconic big 6 motor,(engine ),lurking there.If its a Barra,it’s the best part of the whole vehicle.This is from Broadmeadows,not Dearborn.
Nice to share your experiences, we've all made mistakes with cars. You're wise to avoid European brands in NZ, they're nice but expensive to buy, service and repair. You can't go far wrong with the Mazda, we ran one for 220,000 kms with no serious problems. You haven't heard of the Ford Territory because it's a model developed and built in Australia, running essentially the Ford Falcon mechanicals.
Maybe we're too cheap, but we bought a $1200 car when we first got to New Zealand, used that for two years before it died. Then we bought an old tiny $3500 Mazda that we've shared and used that for the last two years.With a carseat in it we can't even comfortably sit in the passenger seat. We're considering an e-bike or another vehicle though. One thing with Mazda's in NZ is break ins. Teens around here somehow target them. Ours got broken into. Another fun fact is car insurance in NZ is not required if you choose not to have it.
Your Territory if it is a straight 6 Barra is a torque brute designed to laugh at Australia’s harsh conditions.Make sure to reign it in or you might loose your driver’s licence.And remember to spoil your autos with regular quality oil and filter changes.See you folks at McLaren Falls Park.
Yeah, Towbars/hitches are common amongst all vehicles over here, not just trucks/utility vehicles. They can be quite useful at times. Having your own transportation is essential in NZ, as public transport Isn't always as convenient or great it feels. The Ford Territory is an Australian made vehicle. The closest Ford SUV's similar to this from the U.S would be the slighly smaller Ford Escape or the slightly larger Ford Explorer. It sits somewhere in between those two.
I hope you both know that nowadays, young mums here get plenty of help and advice for their little ones. You can also phone Healthline 24/7 should you have any health concerns, have questions. You are not just sent home to cope alone. Quite different to when I had my three boys.
European cars are definitely not a good choice in New Zealand. I had a second-hand BMW before and if anything goes wrong, the dealers here are just not able to do anything except ask for money. I understand you have seen so many boring Japanese cars roaming New Zealand but they are best suited for New Zealand with their good value for money, reliability and easier-to-find spare parts. New Zealand actually imports lots of second-hand car parts from Japan.
Hitch = Towbar or Tow Bar. Parts for one are called Tongue, Lever, Ball, Coupling, Pin, Chain, Power Socket,
For every new car sold in New Zealand, two second-hand cars from Japan will be sold. The best-selling cars in New Zealand are second-hand cars from Japan. You will come across some strange model Japanese cars as they are manufactured for the Japanese domestic market but available in New Zealand as they became second-hand. Some of those JDMs (Japanese Domestic Models) are actually more exciting than any European car.
Ford Territory is an Australian made and designed suv, hence you wouldn't have seen/heard of them before.
It costs a few hundred dollars to get a tow bar fitted, but it's pretty useful for life in New Zealand. Kiwis are great DIYers, so it's important to be able to move stuff. Stores will usually supply trailers for free to those who need them.
I mean, I think a big part of the problem here was location. If you happened to live somewhere with a much more robust public transport system, having only one car wouldn't have been such a hassle. There are many working couples in places like Auckland and Wellington who only have one car and do fine. There's probably a culture difference too, with many Kiwis being a lot more inclined than Americans to just make a single car work and not give in to having a second car.
Thank you so much for the lessons and congratulations on your the new members (2 cars) and the coming member (child)🎉🎉🌹
Ford Territory is an Australian built and designed car that was built using the same underpinnings as the Australian Ford Falcon sedan.
Really enjoyed that Daniel. Very well explained as to why the change of wheels was required. Also l love your choices with the Mazda and the Territory. Took me a second or two to realise that your 'hitch' is a 'towbar' to most Kiwi's. All the very best to the soon to be family of four! 👍🏻💖
Ya do here lol tow bars are the norm
Strange you never lifted the hood and showed the folks that iconic big 6 motor,(engine ),lurking there.If its a Barra,it’s the best part of the whole vehicle.This is from Broadmeadows,not Dearborn.
Nice to share your experiences, we've all made mistakes with cars. You're wise to avoid European brands in NZ, they're nice but expensive to buy, service and repair. You can't go far wrong with the Mazda, we ran one for 220,000 kms with no serious problems. You haven't heard of the Ford Territory because it's a model developed and built in Australia, running essentially the Ford Falcon mechanicals.
No, one car is enough. We have too many cars in this country, and you said u can bike, let ur lady use the car. Nice bikes :)
Maybe we're too cheap, but we bought a $1200 car when we first got to New Zealand, used that for two years before it died. Then we bought an old tiny $3500 Mazda that we've shared and used that for the last two years.With a carseat in it we can't even comfortably sit in the passenger seat. We're considering an e-bike or another vehicle though.
One thing with Mazda's in NZ is break ins. Teens around here somehow target them. Ours got broken into. Another fun fact is car insurance in NZ is not required if you choose not to have it.
Your Territory if it is a straight 6 Barra is a torque brute designed to laugh at Australia’s harsh conditions.Make sure to reign it in or you might loose your driver’s licence.And remember to spoil your autos with regular quality oil and filter changes.See you folks at McLaren Falls Park.
Do you know Haval is a Chinese brand made by Great Wall Motors in China? At the moment the cheapest car brands are made in China.
Don't sweat it we all make blunders now and then " she'll be right" lol
Yeah, Towbars/hitches are common amongst all vehicles over here, not just trucks/utility vehicles. They can be quite useful at times. Having your own transportation is essential in NZ, as public transport Isn't always as convenient or great it feels. The Ford Territory is an Australian made vehicle. The closest Ford SUV's similar to this from the U.S would be the slighly smaller Ford Escape or the slightly larger Ford Explorer. It sits somewhere in between those two.
You wrong hybrid plug in hybrid and electric is the trend in NZ and everyone is buying them to save money on petrol
Yeah that's one of the issues in NZ. You really need a car to get anywhere, public transport is hopeless
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Nice your learning practcality were all about that here and welcome mum from usa
I hope you both know that nowadays, young mums here get plenty of help and advice for their little ones. You can also phone Healthline 24/7 should you have any health concerns, have questions. You are not just sent home to cope alone. Quite different to when I had my three boys.
European cars are definitely not a good choice in New Zealand. I had a second-hand BMW before and if anything goes wrong, the dealers here are just not able to do anything except ask for money. I understand you have seen so many boring Japanese cars roaming New Zealand but they are best suited for New Zealand with their good value for money, reliability and easier-to-find spare parts. New Zealand actually imports lots of second-hand car parts from Japan.