Would you buy a Nano?

MOTORING experts in India have given a rousing reception to the Tata Nano, hailing the world's cheapest car as "one of the greatest bargains of all time" and "a triumph of Indian ingenuity".

The tiny car, which costs just 100,000 rupees ($A2809) for the basic model, was unveiled to great fanfare yesterday, with Tata Motors chairman Ratan Tata saying it would revolutionise travel for millions of Indians.

India's trade press agreed that the sporty, jellybean-shaped Nano passed the test as a bona fide vehicle, earning comparisons to the European Smart car and classic "People's Car" - the Volkswagen Beetle.

In a world wide recession and with the unpredictability of oil/petrol prices, it may be time for every car owner to re-evaluate their transport needs.

If the Nano ever comes to Australia, will you check it out or simply dismiss it as a gimmic?  By the way, It actually reaches 105 kph.