Unfortunately, more power than ours too. Anyone going for BOT? I really do hope that in future, some creative Korean fella will come out with a plug and play BOT kit for K5:
2.0 MPI
165 PS (121 kW; 163 hp) @ 6200 rpm
20.2 kg·m (198 N·m; 146 lb·ft) @ 4600 rpm

Acceleration wise the Proton beats the Optima but for high speed the Optima rules with its superior horsepower.

Wah, one major item on my wish list. But, open everything like that, tak sayang ke?

What's the price? can PM me? How's the quality as compared to Dynamat? 

Not often we get to see the insides of the Optima. But i notice the doors are actually quite thin. 

On a different note, seems like the new upcoming Proton Preve 1.6L Turbo is getting quite good reviews. Plus it seems quite value for money (RM 75,000) considering the specs ure getting.

Initial spec list:

1) 138Hp, 205Nm torque (more powerful than Altis 2.0V at 144Hp, 187Nm)
2) 7 speed CVT Protonic auto transmission with Sports mode and paddle shifters
3) 0 – 100kmph in 9.6 secs (Kia Optima is 10.9 secs)
4) First Proton with Euro 5 environmental emission standards
5) First Proton to use Hot Press Forming high tensile strength body
6) Certified by Australian NCAP
7) 4 airbags
8) Anti Lock Braking System (ABS)
9) Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
10) Brake Assist (BA)
11) Electronic Stability Control (ESP)
12) Shortest full braking stopping distance from 100km – 0 in 36.8m compared to Altis and Civic
13) Improved Noise Vibration Harshness (NVH) insulation
14) European handling
15) 16 inch rims
16) Spacious interior & more rear legroom
17) 10 year power window warranty
18) First Proton Global Car

Unfortunately, more power than ours too. Anyone going for BOT? I really do hope that in future, some creative Korean fella will come out with a plug and play BOT kit for K5:
2.0 MPI
165 PS (121 kW; 163 hp) @ 6200 rpm
20.2 kg·m (198 N·m; 146 lb·ft) @ 4600 rpm

Seems that Nasim is now offering 5 year unlimited mileage warranties for all their models including the 508. That should increase the competition. Despite the price difference, the Optima goes head to head with the 508 so will be interesting to see how Naza responds.

To people that interested to change their rear lamp, I just checked with Kia SC that as long our lamp is plug and play and dont involve cutting wiring. Warranty will be intact.

http://www.sharkracing.com/acecart/bin/sho...&cate=030801000



So means that we can buy this and mod the wire head to plug and play and dont have worry about the warranty.

Anyone that good in modding wirings want to be the first to take the plunge?

The lamp is very sexy

Seems that Nasim is now offering 5 year unlimited mileage warranties for all their models including the 508. That should increase the competition. Despite the price difference, the Optima goes head to head with the 508 so will be interesting to see how Naza responds.

These are the same rear lamps for the Optima, aren't they?

Nop. Our tail light is abit different.

Brothers and sisters, does anyone of you have static problem with your car? Everyday i get zapped without fail whenever i got off the car. always get zapped when i close the door.

Hmmm... the link that you posted did mention factory OEM rear lamps... unless for this version the entire lamp cluster lights up instead of just illuminating the inverted-C external lamps.

mr butter finger's body has too much static charge....this normally associate with ladies during the time of the month...however, it will also be intensified if the day is hot, dry weather....try ask other ppl to touch and see if the get zapped as well..different person different static charge..

heehe...just joking on the "butter finger"

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Added on April 6, 2012, 2:08 pm

it is a different region OEM parts..still OEM

i drive camry for 3 1/2 years la, lot of problem. i driving about more thn 18 years, 1st time hear about streeling shaft got problem. change 2 times in 3 years. is comfort but too much body roll. the only thing i like was their service and waranty, abit problem also can claim, i dont think naza can do tht. hope naza can improve

Ya. Exactly, more solid feel and sounds better.

I will pm u the cost and I got it done by Howeichoo (http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1787594). Superb workmanship and everything is in order despite alot of stuff been taken off.

The road noise is reduced alot (>50%) IMO. I already changed my tyre to Michelin Pilot Sport 3. So more quiet.

Bro, the stock tyre is Nexen; a brand that getting quite famous for the past few years especially after Forte and their N6000/N8000 series launched. So it is at reasonable price and quality. So considered branded also.  The stock tyre is not too bad, just I abit particular and changed to a better one.

noticed in the manual, oil change require 4.1liter..hence they charge 4ltr + 1ltr oil during service...

mr butter finger's body has too much static charge....this normally associate with ladies during the time of the month...however, it will also be intensified if the day is hot, dry weather....try ask other ppl to touch and see if the get zapped as well..different person different static charge..

heehe...just joking on the "butter finger"

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Added on April 6, 2012, 2:08 pm

it is a different region OEM parts..still OEM

I also sometimes kena with my Forte. Especially after installing the pubic hair car mat lol... I also normally drive with my right shoe off, so my sock rubbing on plastic pubes = recipe for static shocker. But these days seldom get it la, only when it's cold and dry.

My service center charged rm235
For 4 liters only. If 5liters it will be bout rm280

That's why selayang SC charges me Rm272. They don't charge me 5 liter price.

My service center charged rm235
For 4 liters only. If 5liters it will be bout rm280