IMPORTANT: Please do search for the car model in this thread first before you start to post any request for a recommendation. (Eg: Myvi vs Saga, VIOS vs City, etc)
Please take note that we will ignore your request if u're posting a request for a recommendation which we had contributed before.

Thank You.

Hi,

This is a WHAT-CAR-TO-BUY thread for everyone out there that need recommendations on buying a NEW / USED VEHICLES...
Decided to create this thread since there's a new THREAD on 1 ~ 2 days regarding what car to buy..



Please copy and state down your requirement and post on the next following replies.



Note : Please post only constructive reply.

Things to check before buying a used car :

http://www.samarins.com/check/engine.html
http://kereta.info/how-to-buy-a-used-car-g...sed-car-dealer/


Buying a recond / used car that import from Japan? Wish to check the car actual manufactured year in Japan without getting cheat / misclaim by car dealers??
(Only applicable for those car which import from Japan)
http://www.japan-partner.com/check-manufacture-year.php


List of car classified link:

http://www.motortrader.com.my/asp/search/index.asp
http://www.ontheroad.com.my/classifieds.php
http://www.mudah.my/li?cg=1020&w=3&th=1
http://www.star-motoring.com/
http://www.carlist.my/
http://www.autoworld.com.my/v2/usedcar/default.asp
http://autobizz.com.my/


I might not be giving any recommendation and update this thread frequently.

Please do send me a PM if there's any needed to update on this thread (eg: useful link, tips, etc)

Thank you.

This post has been edited by victor87: Jul 26 2011, 12:17 AM

1. Brand: Reliable ones (Toyota, Honda, etc. I don't really mind.)
2. Budget: 10K to 20K The cheaper, the better.
3. New/Used/Unreg: Used
4. Specs:
5. Transmission: Either
6. NA or FI ?
7. Type: 4wd or something compact but nothing with 3 doors only.
8. Remarks: I need something low maintenance & suitable for naik bukit & a bit offroad.

Kembara ok or not?

1. Brand : PROTON SAGA SE OR PROTON SAGA ?
2. Budget : AS LOW AS POSSIBLE
3. New/Used/Unreg : USED OR NEW ?
4. Specs : WATEVER
5. Type : 4 seater.

i don know buy which one,worry i m not afford.
i like proton saga se,but don have black colour.
i got old saga,plan to sell it and add some money to pay the downpayment.
my salary RM1.7 for now,with OT i can get around RM3k.

give me some suggestion plz.
thank you

Obviously.. The only choice is to go for Proton Saga.
Unless you're looking for 1.6.

Or get the Proton Saga SE with Red, and respray it with Black.

RM1.7k ~ RM3k salary, surely can afford a Saga. Unless u are married.

HONDA
70K
DOESNT CARE
FULL SPEC?
AT/MT
4SEATERS
ACC FREE LOW MAINTENANCE

MY NET SALARY 3.5K

IM CONFUSE COZ ITS MY 1ST CAR

This post has been edited by *Wonder Pet* XD: Oct 28 2009, 12:52 PM

Are you looking for a new car or a used car??

2007 / 2008 Honda City I-DSL, VTEC (USED)
2005 / 2006 Honda Jazz
2002 Honda CRV 2.0

You can look in to 2007/2008 Honda City, since it's not-so-old car. And it's fuel efficient car (I-DSL model)

1. Brand : Honda Accord 90-93
2. Budget : 16-18k
3. New/Used/Unreg : Used
4. Specs : Import model prefer (SM4 or CB4)
5. Transmission : Automatic
6. NA or FI : NA with Fuel Injection
7. Type : Sedan
8. Remarks : Nett salary 2.3k..can afford it or can afford it with the H22a engine??

URGENT need advise..

This post has been edited by koh_424: Oct 30 2009, 10:04 AM

Hi there, but what advise are you looking for?
H22A engine, 187HP..
Yes, you can afford it with H22A engine, but it's going to consume alot of petrol if you're kind of heavy right foot..
MY advice, why not try to consider the 07 08 City?

1. Brand. = honda city

2. Budget. = max 40k

3. New/Used/Unreg. = used

4. Specs. = standard spec

5. Transmission. = don't mind AT or MT

6. NA or FI ? = STANDARD SPEC (NA)

7. Type. = sedan

8. Remarks. = which generation of city most durable and economical. im not the modifying type so pls advise me what spec should i get

my salary 2.2k. can get this kind of ride or not?

This post has been edited by kokokranc: Oct 30 2009, 09:47 PM

thx bro..but considering Vios..

1. Brand - Proton / Perodua

2. Budget - My salary Rm 1 800 ( you do the math )

3. New/Used/Unreg - New. My 1st car must be the new one

4. Specs - Anything also can

5. Transmission. (Automatic, Manual, Sequential Manual Transmission, Tiptronic, AMT, DSG, etc) - WTF is all that ? Want manual not auto

6. NA or FI ? (NA = Natural Aspirated, FI = Forced-induction aka Turbocharged/Supercharged) - Know nothing about this

7. Type - I'm 21 years old, man . What do you think suitable ?

8. Remarks - See no 4 answer

This post has been edited by Sifha238: Oct 31 2009, 01:36 AM

With your budget (max 40k), i'm afraid that u can get a 2003+ Honda City.. FYI, the I-DSi model is the more economical if compared to i-VTEC. Or if you don't mind, top up 8k and you can get a USED 2003+ Honda City (I-DSi) model. Or there's no other option, unless you're looking for OLD 1996 / 1997 / 2001 model Honda City.
RM2.2k is your net salary or what? with RM2.2k, yes you can afford a used Honda City with price range (47k ~ 5xk)
Let's assume you bought a USED 2003 Honda City (I-DSi), with the price tag RM49k and loan interest 4% and taking loans for 4 years, every month you have to pay around RM1.1k OR less for your car loan only. Excluding insurance, petrol, road tax, maintenance. But since it's 1496cc (counted as 1500cc), the roadtax won't cost much, and the insurance are actually depends on how much u insure your car, Petrol wise - it's I-DSi (L15A) model and i guess the fuel consumption will be far more better than i-VTEC <<This you have to confirm with I-DSi owners.

Maintenance wise - servicing, air filter, oil filter, engine oil, gearbox oil, brake pads, etc..

You're welcome bro

Hi, with your monthly salary RM1.8k, and you're looking for a new model Perodua/Proton.
Since you're 21 years old man, i would suggest you to look into the new Proton Saga.
Why? It is much more stable than Perodua MyVi when cruising at higher speed, it's 1.3ltr, it's not a hatchback & can carry more item/luggage/people than Myvi, more suitable for a MAN.

or

You can opt for the Perodua Viva or Myvi.
But for me, it's an overprice/overrated car.
Not to mention the looks is feminine too

Both also national made cars, don't put high expectation on Quality. Of course, as they said Perodua has better QC than Protons, but i am unsure about this since i don't have any experience on these car manufactures.

Final advice : Test drive both of the car, and buy the car which make u feel better.

Hope this will helps you guys on choosing what car, take it as a advise & remember final choice is always in your hand.

Many thanks bro

This post has been edited by Sifha238: Nov 3 2009, 09:23 PM

My Wanted Car, hope can provide me some ideas. Thanks.

1. Brand : Toyota or Honda
2. Budget : 80-130K
3. New/Used/Unreg : New
4. Specs : Full Spec
5. Transmission : 5-6 Speed Manual !
6. NA or FI : FI
7. Type : Preferably MPV type, but if not... 4 seater will do.

I don't think Honda/Toyota got bring in any NEW FI car with 5/6Speed transmission.

Toyota Caldina doesn't comes with Manual transmission..
Honda doesn't have any FI cars with 5 speed / 6 speed manuals.

Only choices, Toyota Hilux thats comes with 2.5ltr Turbodiesel engine, 5 speed manuals, 5 seater. Within your budget, u can get Full spec already.

Or try consider Nissan Navara, it comes with 2.5ltr turbodiesel engine, 174PS, 403Nm torque. And there's a rumor that Nissan is bringing in 6 Speed manual transmission for this, or already does.

1. Brand: Honda/Toyota
2. Budget: Preferable between RM 80-100k. If it's out of budget. Below RM 140/150K will do.
3. New/Used/Unreg: New
4. Specs: 4-door, Minimum 4-5 seats, Able to have space to put 2 luggages and above along 4/5 passengers, a car for all ages.
5. Transmission: Automatic
6. NA or FI : I'm sry. Have no idea in this.
7. Type: Can be anything but not convertible, truck, van, minivans, large MPV (Eg. Toyota Alphard, Honda Odyssey), large SUV (eg.Toyota Fortuner), & Land-cruiser-like cars. Preferring a modern-look car.
8. Remarks: I'm actually asking this in behalf of my family. We had a quite old car and we decided to trade that off and top up a little more for the new car. If possible, the new car has a high resale value in future.<(Minor Factor)

I would prefer Honda Accord or Toyota Camry if it's family car..

Unless it's for daily working adult, Honda City, Honda Civic, Toyota vios/altis will be sufficient.

Toyota & Honda has higher resale value if compare to continentals / other makes in Malaysia.

1. Brand : ALFA ROMEO 147 (FACE LIFTED) / Peugeot 308 VTi
2. Budget : 100K
3. New/Used/Unreg : USED / New
4. Specs : 2.0 (year 06 and above)
5. Type : 4 seater.

Anybody could give comments on the maintainence for the 147?
Would like with my kind of salary rm3.5 k would able to maintain either both of this babies...

My votes go for Peugeot 308 VTI (2009 new).

Maintenance wise, should not cost you that much. Peugeot 308 wins alot of car award.

While Alfa Romeo, unless u're looking for turbocharged version.. MAFIA looking car, but maintenance wise will going to cost more than the Peugeot 308 VTI. And there's not much Alfa car around, spare parts wise might be expensive. But i might be wrong too.

Go for Peugeot 308 VTi, since it's under 100k and it's a NEW car, incase u don't like a used car.

Hope this helps.

Scratch my head recently..pls advice as i still yet to determine

Brand : Honda City / Toyota Vios
2. Budget : 80k +-
3. New
4. Specs : Std Spec
5. Transmission : Auto
6. NA or FI : (what's it?)
7. Type : 4 seater.

Hope some expert can advice/help...

It's for my gf...173cm height...

Instead of asking which car is better, which spec is value for money?

Any other car can intro?

Best regards and thank you

The answer is obvious, no? I would recommend u to go for Honda City, since alot of people are kinda no satisfied with the Toyota Vios, some even say their quality is equal to a Perodua Myvi..

173CM on Honda City is not a problem.

Honda is definitely bang for bucks.

hi, what do you guys think about nissan sentra 1.6 SG year 2006. Selling for 61K.

Brand : Perodua Myvi/Honda City / Toyota Vios
2. Budget : 50k
3. New/Used/Used
4. Specs : Std Spec
5. Transmission : Auto
6. Type : 4 seater.

which one better? i heard alot of quality problem in myvi. so which one to choose?

1. Brand = BMW
2. Budget = RM10-15K (car only)
3. New/Used/Unreg = used
4. Specs = 2.0 CC, M3 bodykit
5. Transmission = manual/auto either
6. NA or FI = NA
7. Type = prefer 2 doors, but can consider 4 doors
8. Remarks = im actually thinking of getting an E30, within that budget. also considering an E34, but much more expensive.

Isn't obvious? Honda City.

If you could top up a few K, you can get a coupe (2doors) E30... Yes, if u're going for E34, it will be much more expensive & u need top top up few thousand for that.

I do not agree with victor87, however comparing both vios and city has both its pros n cons. Overall for normal driving, both city and vios will suit ur gf's needs. Just that the waiting period for city is approx 2-4 months or longer while the vios can get within 1 month.

Best of all, test drive both and see which one she prefers.

If u dont mind 2nd hand, vios and city will do great but be vary for additional cost for maintenance for 2nd hand cars. If u want fuss free, go for the brand new myvi. If got problem at least u still have ur manufacturer warranty to cover.

Finally there's someone who give opinions on this thread.

Yes, i'm 100% agree on travis_ckf. Test drive both car and go for the car u really like/love.

Doing research is a must too right?

1. Brand : Wira/ Myvi/ Saga Blm
2. Budget : 30k++
3. New/Used/Unreg : Used
4. Specs : Standard
5. Transmission : Manual
6. NA or FI : ( apa ini? )
7. Type : 4 seater.
8. Remarks : Possible Come Up With Body Kit, White/ Black(can consider others colours).
Do send me information & picture of the car to my e-mail.
Tq

This post has been edited by Ken_HP: Nov 5 2009, 05:41 AM

Hmmm u can go for the used myvi as it easier to find used ones with bodykit around that range. Also myvi looks great with bodykit.

Or if u're looking for a new car, increase your budget for few K, and u can get a standard spec Saga BLM

This is my experience...

take it if you're looking at best value for money

I recently purchased 1 year old myvi 1.3 ezi premium. Cost 40k but here in East Msia, it cost 53k. I have another 1 year warranty. Once I have the car, I changed one damaged tyre, went to SC to get rid of rear interior noise (but in the end I solved myself) since still have one more year warranty.

The car mileage when I purchase is 23k km, fairly good, well kept and regularly service. Well, think about it, I have just saved 13k and I can afford to pay lesser or take shorter loan, i took the latter.

I can afford to trade in this car for better car in the future sooner!


The fact is
car resale value drops from 10-20% once the new car is driven out from the showroom. Then for the following year, the drop of resale value will be slower and slower... So why absorb the major impact?!

You're right, the car value drops instantly once they are signed & received by the owner.

But... Finding a GOOD USED car is not a easy thing, as we can't see any internal damage with our naked eyes. I think this is the main reason that most of the people don't look for the used car, unless they have their own mechanic or they had any experience on this.

If it's a GOOD used car, why not??

1. Brand : Proton/Perodua/Anything la (savvy/wira/kelisa/kenari??)
2. Budget : <20k, better<15k
3. New/Used/Unreg : Used
4. Specs : Doesnt matter?
5. Transmission : Manual
6. NA or FI : WhatTheFISHisThis?
7. Type : 4 seater
8. Remarks : - Low fuel comsumption? Cheap maintenance? Better 'quality'?

This post has been edited by -maple-: Nov 7 2009, 04:22 PM

it's true that second hand car may be good value for your money but i have my reservation mainly because it is priceless to have a worry free mind about the history of the car and the fact that you are the first user. it's something like choosing between a virgin lady and an experienced lady.

Hi there,
I'm looking for Isuzu Trooper/Bighorn TD 1998 or 2000/2001 (but I'm no sure about this year cause I heard some problem with engine) in Kota Kinabalu, do you know how can I find this car here? bcause I've looked already all around car dealers, news paper, internet etc... but nothing... any suggestion? Thanks

This post has been edited by goofie333: Nov 7 2009, 06:22 PM

hi people.... im looking for a family car....
in my mind now is either Hyundai Matrix @ Honda Jazz (old 1).....
could share some info or suggestion?
it just for me & my parent as my 2 sister got their own car already.....
FYI, my family concept is use the car until it forever... not like those changing car after 2-3 years.. hehehe....

Hyundai Matrix
Pros: Great mileage, good power comfortable seats, soft ride
Cons: Poor handling, notchy shifter, a bit plasticky on the sterling

Honda Jazz
Pros: Great Power, great handling, comfortable seats, good economy, more popular hence more availability of parts
Cons: Fuel consumption not so good i think

1. Brand: Gen2 CPS
2. Budget: 50k
3. Used
4. Specs: cps with sport rim
5. Transmission. manual
6. NA or FI ? NA kot?
7. Type.
8. Remarks.

im thinking bout buying used gen2 cps year 2008. price is rm50K and mileage is around 5000 to 10000km.. new gen2 would be 57K if im not mistaken.
is it 'profitable' for me to buy that car? this is my first car and i have work for 5 months. my salary is around rm2.4K.. i want to know:
-what is total cost of that car if i want to make 9 years loan?
-lowest price i can nego
-loan range. (bank can cover 90% or more?)
-interest for second hand proton car..

thanks for advice!

This post has been edited by rockstar_: Nov 7 2009, 11:34 PM

True, so when buying a used car, please ask for full service history.

Try motortrader.com.my . Otherwise, no idea... Have to window shop around

I'm sure bank can cover more than 90%.. Your car dealer can solve this problem for you. So no worries
Interest on second hand proton, i'm unsure about this, you have to check with the bank. But new car usually has lower interest than used car.

As i said, when buying a used car please ask for the service history, test drive the car.. Make sure it has no problem, then it's a good deal

But for me, i'd pay for the extra 7k for a new Proton Gen 2..

Different person, different view

Hope this helps

15K, hmmm u can get tons of options like a used iswara from 2000 and above. Or a wira from 94 onwards, but dont expect loan available.

Why specificity an Isuzu? Toyotas are popular in East Malaysia, why not find a toyota landcruiser instead?

Hmmm i would prefer the honda jazz cause the car can last for long. But since u not planning to change for many years to come, the Hyundai Matrix will be a better bargain.

50K for a 1 year car? Nego it to 48k. I personally dont recommend taking 9 years, and best is ur car loan must not be more than 1/4 of ur salary, although the bank requirements is max 1/3 of ur monthly salary. Hence i prefer u to take 600 per month commitment. Used local car, hmm, be prepare for interest rate around 4%.

I hope u find the loan calculator useful here. http://autoworld.com.my/v2/tools/loan_payment.asp

Isuzu are known as reliability .. owned 2 isuzu before.. working great ! never disappoint me.. not even once..

Agree with travis, never take 9 years loan for a used local car... Probably after 9 years, the car value would be less than 10k. Or maybe worse, 5k.

this one is probably one of the most argued in its category, I am actually deciding between Accord 2.4/ Camry 2.4/ Mazda 6

I am slightly more bias towards mazda6 due to its looks, am 24 this yr, and camry looks abit too old man car for me, but just before i make my purchase, is there anything in particular bout Mazda 6 i should know?

thanks anyway =)

Mazda 6 for me.. It has better looks, more powerful than Accord/Camry, it's not that common on our road if compared to Camry / Accord.

But, why not u test drive three of them first??

Toyota Land Cruiser '97 here East Malaysia 70k, Prado '97 - 55k, BigHorn '97 - 35k, which one would you pick? that is why I'm going for Isuzu....

If u can afford the mazda 6, go for it. Its suits for the young at heart and seriiously a better car than the eversafe camry and accord.

Just dont expect good resale value compared that 2 models, but if i were u, i gonna keep it for long mate.

Sometimes cheaper doesnt mean better as parts may vary. Anyhow i not familiar with east mysia n 4WD so take ur time scouting at motortrader wbsite.

From this,
Iswara/wira/kelisa/kenari,
which 1 more suitable for me?

-178cm
-college student
-mayb temporary car(2-3 years)
-drive alone n short distance only

This post has been edited by -maple-: Nov 8 2009, 04:09 PM

I suggest Iswara or Wira, as Kelisa & Kenari are too small to fit a 178CM man.
Plus it's only a temporary car for you and only travel short distance..

Try them out and choose either which suit u the most.

Anyone please give some suggestion,

1. Brand >>> Prefer Honda/Toyota but P1/P2 also ok

2. Budget >>> Salary about 2.75k but company will paid my interest up to 4% with 40k max loan (calculate my load + interest)
so i want fully utilize this, loan about 40k + interst 4%, DP can about 10k

3. New/Used/Unreg. >>> New / Used also can

4. Specs. >>> accutally prefer City / Persona

5. Transmission. >>> Any

6. NA or FI ? >>Dont know, NA

7. Type. >> As spec City so i think is sedan

8. Remarks. >> Accutally if car condition is ok, Used i also ok d

guys i need some advise.

i'm interested to buy honda ek 96. but the new NAP, after 2015 goverment will stop the half-cut business right. is it worth it to buy the ek bcoz maybe the spare part will hard to find.

No worry on used parts, there's always a way to get thru.

You can import from outside country and remark it as gift or what ever. They can't stop you too.
or
You can buy & install parts from our neighborhood country; Singapore or Thailand.

There's always a way.

Hmmm i think u better test drive all these cars and made ur judgement. But with such loan i think getting the persona is a better and feasible idea.

Actually by 2011 u wont get halfcut parts from overseas anymore. However if u not into modding aftermarket parts, getting the EK will be fine since the car is locally assembled and for sure u can get parts for such cars.

You can always declare the parts is new too.. They can't determine it's new or used parts.

Hi all,
For Proton car, how do I check the manufacturing year thru the car body?? :erm: Possible to check without the car certificate?

Hmm that would be tricky, but unless if u jott down the car num, u can check with JPJ when the car is registered and manufactured.

New persona??

I searching around for Used City IDSI, may i know about 50k i can get about how old d car??

Or can said 50K can get what new/used car??

How if the car is with dealer or in showroom? How to check? Scare get old stock aka 2008 stock..

1. Brand.
Anything that good.

2. Budget.
20k and below. Cash.

3. New/Used/Unreg. (New = New Unit, Used = Used unit, Unreg = Unregistered @ Malaysia JPJ yet.
Used.

4. Specs.
Something like 4x4. Like old vitara with 2 doors.

5. Transmission. (Automatic, Manual, Sequential Manual Transmission, Tiptronic, AMT, DSG, etc)
Does not matter.

6. NA or FI ? (NA = Natural Aspirated, FI = Forced-induction aka Turbocharged/Supercharged)
No idea.

7. Type. (Sedan, 2 Seater, Convertible, and etc)
something like 4x4

8. Remarks. (add anything u like)
is Old vitara (2 doors) is good? easy to maintain? fuel consumption?

Oh yes u can get a 2004 city idsi for less than 50k. Its a good choice if u looking for a fuel saving car but pls do a test drive to see if the CVT gearbox is okay.

Ask the sales person.

My bro in law has one. Kinda high FC car and parts aint easy to get, apart of getting from Suzuki.

For budget 4x4 another worthy alternative is suzuki jimny.

That what i heard old City had gear box problem, may i know how to check it??

I said from Autoworld that City IDSI 05 sold about 55k, do u think it worth that??
Price: RM 55 800 Reg. year: 2005
Mileage: 55 000 - 59 999 Make: Honda
Model: City Transmission: Auto
Engine Capacity: 1497 cc

hi people.... continue from my previous post on Honda Jazz....
I like the 1 gen of Jazz.... So, it will be 2nd hand. What more should i know about the 2nd hand car like Jazz? Transmision? How about the price & year?

That kinda high, I think u can get lesser than that.

Go to the used car lot and inspect properly, check for damage, interior, service booklet and engine condition.

Its uses the same CVT transmission with the city so be vary about it. Check out the service maintainence records. Price wise best to consult motortrader.com.my

Also bear in mind of the 1.4cc units from Japan named Fit which was bought by grey importers. The ones we got from Honda Malaysia are the ones with 1.5cc engines.

What do you guys think of a 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 1.7 Boxer?

1) So, which 1 more batter or which 1 should i go for?
2) Which 1 more batter for me :- VTEC @ iDSi ??

I found a 2007 model which around 75k mostly VTEC.... I also found a cheaper 1 which is a idsi 1.5 year 2004...

Hmm u really want a good taste for cars. Price is cheap for used units as well. This is because the maintainence bills will be very pricey. Consult some local alfa romeo owners forums before seriously considering buying it as it will be an hassle when maintaining it.

Depends on ur budget, idsi has its pros which is the best fuel economy while vtec is for slight performance boost. If u looking for a fuss free car for daily drive, idsi will be good enough.

The maintenance for the car is easy... Just the spare parts is hard to source & expensive, making the car resale value drop like
Everyone thought maintaining a Continentals is hard, but actually are they are wrong. I owned a several Continental before, maintenance is not much different with JDMs, just the spare parts are a little difficult to source and it's pricey if compare to JDMs parts.

Thanks. The Alfa is my brother's. He offered me the car, only pay monthly for RM420, only left 2 years. He has done many things to the car, only left painting job. Still undecided whether to take the Alfa or the new Saga BLM i already booked. If i wanna take the Alfa, i gotta know what things he has done to the car like the timing belt etc. The car is very nice to drive according to him. Me as a passenger at front seat felt the suspension is very good for a 12 year old car. And it is just nice to hear the engine roars.
btw victor87, what is JDM stands for? Japanese made?

This post has been edited by maxizanc: Nov 12 2009, 09:46 PM

JDM = Japan Domestic Market (model that been produce to be sale in japan)

So, should i go for Jazz/Fit that from grey importers (is it legal?) or the local 1?
Got any different ka?

If i were u i take the alfa hands down. Its rare compared to the saga BLM and since it is ur own brother who is the owner then u should not worry much.

Just be knowledgeable to source parts and be prepare to pay abit higher during servicing. Anyhow, check out any alfa romeo forums in mysia to understand more on how to maintain/source parts for ur car.

It is legal to go for grey importers, but if problem arises u can;t go to Honda Malaysia directly. Since imported half cut parts are byebye by 2011, i rather go for the ones from local distributor. Take the 1.5cc ones from Honda Malaysia to be safe.

ok then.... about the CVT trans, how to check it? under what condition to avoid from buy it?

I heard car more than 15 years cannnot be used. Is it true? When i think about this i become more headache

This is hard. U need to bring a mechanic if can. My only advice is check the car service history. If the car is serviced every 5k km then it should be fine. If there no service book inside the car, avoid at all cost. Also test drive if possible and see if the transmission is working fine and can change gears smoothly.

Dont worry the scrap program has been scarped for now. U still can drive cars older than 15 yrs and above.

This post has been edited by travis_ckf: Nov 13 2009, 05:41 PM

1. Brand : Toyota or Honda
2. Budget : 55k-65k
3. New/Used/Unreg : used (hopefully not more than 5 years old)
4. Specs : Full Spec
5. Transmission : preferably auto la...
6. NA or FI : No idea
7. Type :as long as hav 4 doors... hahaaha


my net salary about 2.5k ...sales ppl....lady....25 years old ...


any suggestion...??

I assume u must travel a lot since you're sales person, hence i think you'll need a low Fuel Consumption car.

But there's plenty of selection with your stated budget..

Honda City I-VTEC - Better performance than the I-DSI model, hence higher FC compare to I-DSI model.
Honda City I-DSI - Best fuel consumption among all of these three cars.
Toyota Vios
Toyota Altis

No idea on both Toyota cars...

I would suggest u to look into the 2006~2008 model of Honda City, the I-DSI model for it's low FC. Best choice for those sales person that travel a lot with their car

Remember to check all over the car before making any purchasing, best if u test drive it !

Hope this helps..

I'm reading a forum from autoworld.com.my. WTF man, they went out topic talking about someone named Bolli.

Actually i wanna find the spec for AR 1.7 Boxer. But couldn't find full specification online. Do you have any recommendation where should i check?

erm...okok...thanks alot.....

With ur salary i found kinda hard to recommend a toyota or honda.

Between 2, i suggest to find a 03-04 honda city idsi, u can get less than 50k. As what victor87 mentioned, check the car properly and test drive it to see if everything is okay.

I cant help u on this one. I would like to suggest try search at wikipedia for that, although the info might not be accurate.

hi...
plan to buy car...
in my mind is myvi..kinda pricey...but heard dat perodua is low maintenance and fuel saver...
i found dis in mudah.com -- > myvi
its kinda cheap compare thn the perodua website -- > Myvi

my question is...
i have a doubt bout proton and perodua...
which is better in term of
- price
- maintenance/servicing
- fuel

what is the procedure to buy a car, as i hv no idea on ths...1st time want to buy...

Thanks anyway bro. I will check the car and test drive it before decide to take it. I have a close friend who is a mechanic, i should be thankful for that as he is willing to help me regarding the car.

1. Brand : Hyundai i10 / Hyundai Getz / Naza Picanto / Naza Bestari 206
2. Budget : 35k ~ 50k
3. New/Used/Unreg : New
4. Specs : Preferably full specs
5. Transmission : Auto
6. NA or FI : No idea
7. Type : 4 doors, small, safe, easy to maintain

Hi.. I am new to this.. Really need advice from all the experts..
I am currently driving a 2nd-hand Kancil..I wish to change a new car asap..
As i do not have much information/knowledge/experience on cars.. It's very hard for me to make any decision on which car i should get..

At first, i've made my decision and already gave booking fee for Naza Bestari 206..and my loan have already approved >.< The problem is.. the SA never give me any receipt or B&W prove..And everytime i called my SA to ask for the car he will be very angry with me..He said to me if i can get the car ask me to find from other dealer then let him know and so on (i dunno..i just feel that he is like scolding me everytime i try to ask him for car ) ..

I have tried to contact other Naza showrooms to ask for the 206, there also telling me there is no more stock for 206..Therefore,i think i should give up on 206 and look for other car instead.. since alot of people i know keep telling me not to take 206 due to a lot of cons such as a face off model, high maintenance, hard to find spare part, gearbox problem, no resell value and etc (i'm so confused with all this but i really like 206 since i'm in college )

But none of the people i know know anything about buying a car.. as i m a small-size-lady.. i wish to go for small size car.. small car will be easier for me to find parking also..and i only drive for short distance..

Today, i went to test drive Naza Picanto, Hyundai i10 & Hyundai Getz.. All these 3 have its own pro & con..

Naza Picanto:
- The interior is nice and acceptable
- The exterior, so so but aceptable
- Quite comfortable, but the dash board is too high/the seat is too low as the driver seat cannot be shift up/down like myvi
- Came with airbags (abs? i not sure have or not)
- Not really satisfy with the whole folding-rear seat (i prefer the seat that can open either 1-side or 2-side to keep or take thing from the boot from inside the car - for safety reason)
- One relative told me that picanto is very high FC and underpower..is it true?
- Price offered for 1.1EX(A) is $46,800 (My SA said no disc as it is a new launch model). Asked me to book ASAP as it's going to increase by RM700 starting 2010

Hyundai i10:
- The exterior is cute & nice, just don't like the rear
- The interior is nice but less thing compare to picanto. (What is tachometer? is it very important to have for a car? I try to ask the SA but she seems like abit blur blur )
- During test drive, i feel that the seat was very uncomfortable and less power than my 850cc Kancil
- No airbags or abs (i wish they have as i'm really particular on the safety)
- Heard that i10 is the upgrade version of Atos and have alot of problems..
- Price offered for Auto is $44,588 (w/o airbags), $47088 (with airbags but no stock & don't when will get stock)

Hyundai Getz:
- The exterior is nice and acceptable
- I don't really like the interior as it looks like those old old car's
- Very comfortable and powerful
- Have 1 airbag at driver side
- Price offered for Getz 1.4 is $52,000 (Was told that this car is manufactured in 2008. Therefore they give disc up to $10k +/-)
- Quite over my budget already

I really do not know which one to choose, as alot of people i know keep on telling me that these 3 cars have alot of cons Please don't ask me to get Myvi or Viva or Proton. I will never consider either of those.

As i'm not from KL, i do not know much car dealer/showroom in KL. So i only went to 2 Naza showrooms & 1 Hyundai showroom nearby the place i stay. If any of you know any good SA, please do recommend to me. Hope i can get better offer price and service.

Getting a new car supposed to be happy, but i'm feeling so stressed & depressed. no matter which car i chose, everyone is telling me this is no good. this is bad and so for....

Please help!!

MANY THANKS!!!

hello Guys!

i need your help here~

1. Brand : Honda city/Toyota Vios/Suzuki Swift
2. Budget : 45-50k
3. New/Used/Unreg : used
4. Specs : Basic will be enought for me
5. Transmission : Auto
6. NA or FI : No idea
7. Type : 4 doors, small, safe, easy to maintain,fuel consumption

on a regular basis put 20-30k downpayment,i am looking for getting
2nd hand Honda City or Toyota Vios or Suzuki Swift

recently found that year 2003 Honda city selling Rm46k
2005 vios/city and above will be Rm50k++

A 4-6 year car from now,are worth to getting?
instead getting a new proton?geeee...

advise from others,say that getting honda city are good bcos it has 5 gear and toyota vios only have 4 gear

brother me for the first time purchase car, your greatly advise will be appeciated

Currently Dirving Wira Sedan year 2000
My salary pay are Rm 3k

Hmm for 50k the myvi is actually a worthy buy. I bet u should have no problems on maintenance/servicing and fuel economy is pretty decent.

On procedure on buying a car, visit the showroom and the SA will be happily advising u on that. Just make sure u have at max 1/4 of ur salary for the car loan. I always suggest take max 7 years loan at best.

Naza kinda has a bad reputation on this, so avoid the 206 n picanto if possible.

The getz will be replaced by the i20 from hyundai, unless if u get clearing stock which will be cheaper, then the inokom getz is a good value to buy.

If i were u, i would choose the getz. Just dont regret once the replacement i20 is out, but i think it will be out sometime in 2010.

Well, with ur salary then the used city/vios should be fine. Both these cars are reliable and robust even though they aged 5 years and above. For the city from 2002-2007, they using 7 speed CVT gearbox which will be hassle if got problem, so be careful when choosing a used city, suggest u to test drive it.

To be safe, the 2003-2005 vios is a good option, u can get around 40-50k for that. Go for the G spec for additional safety features. Hope this helps

thx for ya info...
but wat is the comparison between proton and perodua..??

I plan to buy car from a Car Auction coz it is much more cheaper than buy from 2nd hand dealer.

i saw a City V-tec 05 start bid from 42.2k i planning give it a try up to 48k

so i want to ask if buy from bid auction how to get loan n other documentation?? Like JPJ approval n other or can give car dealer to help to do all n i js give some accentive to them.

n 2nd hand car how much is the interest now??

Hello guys!

I'm interested in a year 2007 Honda Jazz (i-dsi), and its modified with 16inch rims, GAB suspensions, mugen body kit, with leather seats, and mileage is 60-70k and the tagged price is rm60k.. the owner is a very nice lady..

so, i would like to ask for you guys opinion, is it worth it to buy the car as I'm also thinking of NEO CPS. Thanks guys!

What sort of comparison? One makes sedan cars (proton) while another makes compact hatchbacks (perodua).

U may want to ask the ppl at the auction for this. They will be happy to assist u.

That good, but be sure u gave it a test drive before u confirm ur purchase. Check the ride (coz i bet its hard as it uses aftermarket GAB suspension) and the gearbox to see if everything working fine.

But if u looking for a driver's car, the neo CPS is the obvious choice unless if u dont mind the long waiting period.