New Isuzu Alterra Urban Cruiser

**Benzmizer** · January 20th, 2011 11:30 AM

Originally Posted by want-alterra

hi guys,

which dealer you can recommend in Manila? we are buying an alterra as well soon. I'll appreciate any suggestions. And also, would it be possible to release it in 1day?

Thanks...

Kaya naman siguro yan ma-release in 1 day basta may stock. Do you have a specific Alterra variant/color in mind?

**want-alterra** · January 20th, 2011 03:51 PM

we are looking at 4x2 MT starry black or the blue colour, when you say pwede ma release in 3 days time, that does mean na may LTO registration, plate number, etc? sensya na, first time to buy a car, thanks

**Benzmizer** · January 20th, 2011 05:46 PM

Originally Posted by want-alterra

we are looking at 4x2 MT starry black or the blue colour, when you say pwede ma release in 3 days time, that does mean na may LTO registration, plate number, etc? sensya na, first time to buy a car, thanks

No. Only unit availability and registration of vehicle. LTO (being a 2nd party), ISUZU (or any dealer for that matter) cannot determine timing of plate release.

**want-alterra** · January 21st, 2011 02:37 AM

THanks for the input *Ben, we want kasi na magamit kaagad ang unit pag ma release na sya, I presume we will be given temporary plates so we can drive it off already once the unit is released? am a bit excited now just thinking about it. . .

**Uncle Nick** · January 21st, 2011 08:58 PM

I bought mine from BMD Motors in Cabanatuan.

They put an " advertising" plate both front and rear.

You are allowed 7 days to drive without plates as long as you can show the sales invoice.

The Casa gave me 4 "copies" of the sales invoice with different dates, one for each of the next following 4 weeks.

I live in San Jose, N.E. and requested they obtain the plates from there rather than Cabanatuan.

If you do not renew your registration in 3 years from the same original branch of LTO, there is a small additional cost.

I took delivery Dec 16 and still do not have my plates, but was informed that I should have them by Thursday Jan 27.

Normally it should take 3 weeks.

At year end there are more sales than normal plus there are Christmas and New Year's Day to contend with, which adds to the unusual delay.

Meanwhile I am not doing unnecessary driving.

Did I leave anything out?

Ciao!

Uncle Nick.

**jefsan** · January 22nd, 2011 01:30 PM

Guys,

It seems like the new Alterra is still using the same engine, correct me if Im wrong. Aside from the front and rear skirts and the interior add ons, we still have the same unit since 2005. Of course they have changed the front grille and head lights. I just want to share my 2005 Alterra 4x2 AT with you.

More power to all Alterra owners. Hope to see you all on the 1/29/11 Eyeball.

**rademamj** · February 3rd, 2011 04:13 AM

I am interested in the Alterra Urban Cruiser, 4x4 starry black model, but really curious as to current availability. I have contacted several Isuzu sales staff, and received the standard price quotes, with no response so far on when it is available. I have the impression there maybe limited availability on these Alterra units. Does anyone in the group have information about Alterra availability??

**jefsan** · February 4th, 2011 12:13 AM

Originally Posted by rademamj

I am interested in the Alterra Urban Cruiser, 4x4 starry black model, but really curious as to current availability. I have contacted several Isuzu sales staff, and received the standard price quotes, with no response so far on when it is available. I have the impression there maybe limited availability on these Alterra units. Does anyone in the group have information about Alterra availability??

Sir Rademamj,
I agree, it seems to be true that most dealers dont have the Urban Cruiser in their showrooms. I checked 1 dealer and it is on order basis. I guess their marketing style is to get your money 1st before anything else. Mga sigurista ika nga!!!

**Benzmizer** · February 4th, 2011 12:32 AM

Originally Posted by rademamj

I am interested in the Alterra Urban Cruiser, 4x4 starry black model, but really curious as to current availability. I have contacted several Isuzu sales staff, and received the standard price quotes, with no response so far on when it is available. I have the impression there maybe limited availability on these Alterra units. Does anyone in the group have information about Alterra availability??

If you are decided on a 4x4 black, let me try and help you with that. Just let me know.

**rademamj** · February 4th, 2011 06:47 PM

Originally Posted by Benzmizer

If you are decided on a 4x4 black, let me try and help you with that. Just let me know.

Hey thanks Benzmizer! Maybe I just need to give the Isuzu dealer (Alabang) more time on this issue of availability. However, I gave commitment for firm order of 2011 4x4 starry black (or white pearl) with navigation option in January, and no response so far on availability or expected delivery. However, I am patient and will still follow through with my Isuzu Alterra purchase. I know the Isuzu Alterra is assembled here in Philippines, so maybe they have a backlog of orders right now at the plant.