Maruti 800 turns 40 years old, was Sachin Tendulkar’s first choiceImage Credit source: facebook/ amazon
Maruti 800 is not just a four-wheeler car, it is an emotion for the Indian people. Even today, old memories of many families become fresh when it comes to Maruti 800. And many stories can be heard. This has been the first four wheeler vehicle of many common families. This car completed 40 years yesterday. Along with common families, this car was also the first choice of Lord of Cricket Sachin Tendulkar. After the launch of this car, people’s dream of buying their first car was fulfilled. At what price was this car launched 40 years ago? See here the complete details of how this car made a place not only in people’s garages but also in their hearts.
Sachin Tendulkar’s first choice is Maruti 800.
As mentioned above, this car was the first dream car of Indians, similarly, Sachin Tendulkar’s first car was also Maruti 800. He bought this car in the late 1980s. Even today this car is standing in the garage among Sachin’s luxury super cars.
Maruti 800 journey in India
The journey of Maruti 800 in India started in 1983 on 14th December. This car is one of the most successful cars of India till date. The arrival of this car in the budget is like a dream come true for the people. If we talk about the price at which Maruti Suzuki 800 was launched 40 years ago, you will be surprised to know. This car was launched at a price of Rs 47,500.
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The then Prime Minister of India, Mrs. Indira Gandhi, inaugurated the Maruti factory in Gurgaon from Delhi. During that time, it was decided to convert about 15 percent of the units of cars manufactured into AC cars, the unit price of AC car was Rs 70,000.
Who was the car’s first owner?
According to the company’s claim, this car could give a mileage of 25.95 km/litre at a speed of 50 km/hr. Talking about the first owner of this car, the name of the person who first got the keys of this car was Harpal Singh, he was given the keys of the car by Indira Gandhi herself.
Maruti’s car became popular
After Maruti 800 became popular in the market, the company introduced its cars in different segments, after which in the year 1984, the company launched its second model Omini Minivan. In 1985, Maruti launched its first off-roader Gypsy. The company’s first sedan was Maruti 1000, its facelift model Maruti Esteem was launched in the market in 1994. After Esteem, Maruti Suzuki launched its premium hatchback Zen in 1993, this car has also been liked a lot.
Car showcased at headquarters
It has been 40 years since Maruti first launched its car in India. The company has restored this car and showcased it at its headquarters in Delhi.
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Source: www.tv9hindi.com
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