There's little doubt that buying a Maruti gives you the most peace of mind. The wide dealer network, service (it ranked first in J.D Power) and the easy and low cost of maintenance is the biggest plus. Cars like the Zen hold their resale values extremely well. Hyundai has also made a name for itself by providing a superlative ownership experience. Santro owners are by and large a happy lot which is why it's difficult to find second-hand ones. This, along with the fact that the Santro's price has never been slashed, has given it a high resale value. Daewoo has been wooing customers with extended warranties but remember Daewoo's troubles have meant that the Matiz's residual value plummets the minute it is driven out of the showroom. Worries about reliability problems with the Indica should be a thing of the past and with a better product on their hands, dealers are expected to improve as well. For Fiat their dealer body is the biggest handicap and the company has to work hard to shed its reputation for dismal customer satisfaction. But again, whilst the Uno was plagued with niggling problems and defects that irritated owners. The all-new Palio is Fiat's chance for a new beginning in the relations with its customers. Also remember everybody today offers sops on power steering versions, so don't miss out.