Guys, this is the first time I post in this thread but already read through 30 pages+ of this thread. After reading through all that, I went to Kia Red Cube today to see K5 and place an order. BUT too bad, the sales girls said that she cant get any freebie for me. That's means no rebate also.

So any sifu have any good SA to intro, those can give me good deal ? I need to test drive but 95% confirm to purchase already. Oh ya, the Red Cube agent said that I can get the car by end of this mth.

Pls assist me~!

Thanks in advance

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Added on March 18, 2012, 9:44 pmWhere is it wor? Any contact?

thanks

This post has been edited by irangan: Mar 18 2012, 09:44 PM

Did the test drive today in another showroom. Very nice experience. The owner of the showroom accompany me for the ride and made me a very good deal compare to those Red Cube that gave 1001 excuse when come to freebie. Very satisfied and place order straight after that.

Other than the slightly louder engine sound during rev (driving Altis now), the rest all good and within my expectation. Didnt realize the heat and smell as it is raining today. But I presumed that it is a minor issue as the current batch is still CBU unit from Korea. Should be better QC and it is coming from the same factory that make for US market. If the burning smell is major issue, I bet those guai low will blow whistle long time ago gua.

Just a side info. After placing my order and during casual chatting session, the owner told me that it is good to buy current batch as it is still CBU from Korea. I asked him to explain further. He told me that the current batch came in using special issued AP. CBU that only need to pay CKD rate tax. The current is brought in under assumption that it is for showroom unit only. So limited unit. Future batch must be assemble in Malaysia to create more jobs.

Oh ya. I am getting platinum graphite color and they got ready stock for it. If everything smoothly, can get the car in less than 3 weeks

I will pm you the details later. Another plus point for the agent. I confirmed the order yesterday and I brought along full doc to him. Today 10.00am, Maybank call me for verification and the loan going to approve in 2 days time. Thats what I called service.

Dont wish to specific too clearly. Obviously, they manipulated and abused the rules. They took in more than required and re-sold it lo.

Yeah~! I cant wait for it~!


Exactly! Hehe


Haha. Too bad. I love the colour too.

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Added on March 20, 2012, 5:55 pmI AM IN if there is a bulk purchase. Loving it ~!



OH YA~! Guys, do you think that it is a good idea to send my car to KL Auto for Auto Foam and Sound Proofing? Will void warranty?

This post has been edited by irangan: Mar 20 2012, 05:55 PM

Not sure yet. Should be 2.4 or 2.5.

Let's me know if there is a bulk purchase for this


Very good jump ma

I ditched my Altis and cancelled my booking for new camry just to jump to this beauty. Pray for the best

K5 gathering ar. Good idea. I want to see what else can I do with my car. Sierra Glow, Sound proofing, VS, Grounding works and anti roll bars are some of things that I going to throw in when I got my car.

Everyone inclusive my wife asked me to reconsider when I said that I going to cancel Camry for Kia. But I believed that it is all due to mind set issues. No deny that previous generation of korean car have alot of catch up. But after testing this K5, I am sure that this car is the beginning of 'golden era' for korean car. Not to mention, one of the best performance vs price ratio. Cheaper 30k compare to 2.4 camry. Dumping it into another house, better deal at least for me

My agent and Maybank damm efficient~! I placed the order with complete documentation on 19/3/2012 4pm. Maybank called me for verification on 20/3 10am. And the agent just called me and said that the loan is approved and can sign by tomorrow. The car will be deliver to me by next Wed; the latest. Speechless. Much much efficient than my previous experience with Toyota agent.

Platinum Graphite!

Damm, I didnt check on that. SIGH. Forgot liau~!

PG for me because tahan kotor reason


NO. The color is limited. I wanted RED~! SIGH

I am driving a black altis now and while my colleague driving a silver one. IMO, darker colour is a safer bet. But anyway, doesnt matter. Getting Sierra Glow treatment. So minor dirty will drop off


IMO,

Camry; unless you have the budget to go 2.4 else you will be stuck with 4 speed gearbox and slightly old but reliable engine. Comfort level is the best among 3 cars.

Accord; didnt test drive but received a not too good feedback from colleagues that driving that. Probably due to CKD?

K5; obviously this is my choice as I just bought it But anyway, I would say that it is not a perfect car too (slightly noisy engine sound during rev) but it is best performance vs price ratio. Plus 5 years unlimited warranty, I dare to take the plunge.

End of the day, see what is your priority and budget? If you really have the budget, do consider Camry 2.4 (180k?) or Teana 2.5. A safe choice.


No pro~! Will take some pic when my car reach and installed all the mod that I bought.

[quote=sidhu13,Mar 23 2012, 12:43 AM]
No pro~! Will take some pic when my car reach and installed all the mod that I bought.

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What mods you got in hand la bro? Besides the emblem

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Tinting, emblems, door guard kit, full set of stabilizing bars, sierra glow, VS, grounding, sound proofing and new set of tyre.

This is some of things that will install for now. Will mod the car lighting if wont void the warranty.


[quote=JuneSeptember,Mar 23 2012, 11:08 AM]
I have to disagree with you man, took my car out yesterday and it was soo dirty under the sun. Every bit of dirt was obvious and visible compared to the silver car beside it. No choice loh, have to wash it frequently. (haven't wash my car for two week now)

Engine and gearbox wise, i do not have much complaints. Except that the engine does not have enough torque, 15-20 more will be perfect so i don't need to drop gear so often when going up hill (i seriously love the paddle shifters in this sort of situation). Gearbox is nice, silky smooth for my standards, don't use Top Gear standards la. Now i wonder how would it feel to drive a 2.0 Camry, since the engine has less power than K5.

So in my opinion, if you like the car, and the performance does not annoy you too much and it is reasonably frugal, can just buy it. No need to be too concerned whether the engine tech is the latest or not. I think that's the reason why so many people buy Toyota, because they like it (particularly the brand).

Just saw a brand new white K5 in Damanasara Perdana this morning, WWK XXXX, what a beauty. Also recall that I saw a silver K5 in Sri Damansara, WMM XXXX. Walao.

I'll make some killer PG K5 pics this week, stay tuned.

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Our definition of dirty is different then. To me, I can bear with those dust but a big no no on those dark line on car paint when water come down from drainage; something like bleeding. Usually seen on lighter color paint car.

But all drop to personal opinion.

This post has been edited by irangan: Mar 23 2012, 08:14 PM

Very nice! Drooling~~!

People always said that Korean car resell value suck. But I am curious. How about Suzuki resell value compare to Kia?

http://paultan.org/2012/03/23/suzuki-kizas...-from-rm147888/

Hmmm.. Smaller compare to other segment D cars but 2.4 engine. Wow, this thing going to fly :0

For rattling sound, did you check it out by Kia SC? Loose screw?

I need to check it when I collect my car later this week. Sound coming out when u drive fast or whenever u on a bumpy road?

thanks

Very interested
Where to do it? Will void warranty since need to cut wire?


Nice~! I also make an appointment with Mr Choong today. Sending over the car by next week

29.

Seems that majority K5 driver here at late twenty. Kia marketing works. Aimed at young exec / adult with all those gadget and sporty looks?

Congrats~!


What is your concern? I am sure that people here can answer all your queries better than those SA.

I got hooked too after this thread

Edit: Just saw this. Might help you

http://paultan.org/2012/03/27/test-drive-k...kets-for-grabs/

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Added on March 28, 2012, 1:06 amI got my tinting from Raytech since their HQ located just opposite the Kia Showroom. Got myself with their most high end products according to the salesgirl (max heat coverage plus security films; 6mil) for everywhere inclusive roof. Tried it with some spotlight to test the heat protection before paying RM2800 too and the SA covered the balance. If i not mistaken, the whole package costs me RM3400 - 3500.

My number also start with WWN. Same color with yours too. Seems that it is easy to recognize your car if bump on the road. Haha.

This post has been edited by irangan: Mar 28 2012, 01:16 AM

Yes, car is always in the "want" list when come to budgeting. But if your new ride will indirectly generate income for you, dont mind investing into it. Much depends on the line of your works.

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Added on March 28, 2012, 4:01 pmwow nearly 100k more exp than K5. Ouch.

This post has been edited by irangan: Mar 28 2012, 04:01 PM

Yes, your statement might be correct if you referring to previous gen of Korean cars. No deny that they do copy aggressively design from other car manufacturer (Jaguar, Honda and etc) when they just started. Just like when Jap car manufacturer started thirty forty years ago. But over the years, they (Korean) grew leap and bound especially after Mr Peter joined their design team. The current model still bear some DNA from other car manufacturer but I dare to say that they do have their own identity now. Not particular unique but sufficient to compete in global market.

Always glad to see healthy competition as its always lead to better design and value for consumer.


Agreed~! Dont see too many K5 on the road. I felt unique! Hehe.

Anyway, I just saw a singapore C5 on the road. On the first glance, I thought it was a K5. Anyone having the same feeling?


A good decision in term business perspective but with minimum help from uncle google, it is good enough to bring me; an ex Toyota hardcore fan to Korean camp.

Hope that with the launch of the new Elantra, the reputation of Korean car will increase

225/45 R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 3 ~! Guarantee quiet~!