if CKD then hard to say..depends on those fellas at the plant
if CBU then see AP..



regarding the civic vs mazda3..? well how fast a car can go depends on the driver most of the time..

This post has been edited by Jinster: Jan 16 2012, 03:04 AM

sometimes to some mazda3 owners, those certain colours/lines at certain areas of the car itself brings out the car details

the temporary/spare tire is an inch smaller...it is yellow in colour..original temporary/spare tire..

the electronic sound when rotating the steering wheel is normal...nothing wrong about that
other knocking sound from here and there is not always the same for each cars

yes the electronic sound during rotating of the steering wheel is normal...that's how the mechanism sounds like...it's nothing to be afraid or worried about..

closing of side mirrors is also normal...mechanical + electronic stuff isn't always very silent..even other makes have the same thing happening..the most important thing is that it is working well...

windscreen cover is advisable and it covers all the glasses...u're just paying 15% of the amount stated every year...it aint that bad nor very high... for mazda3..about RM300 will do..if need to topup then by all means..do it..RM300 covers RM2000 that is if the front windscreen cost around RM2000

windscreen cost changes from time to time..

from what BerjayaSompo/Alliance would quote..usually it's around RM2000 for Mazda3..
other car insurance company might not quote this price because to them, any amount will do..

if u're always travelling at high speeds...then it is advisable to get it lol...

@King2ndGenX - not that high

CBU mazda 3 got nothing so far...only CKD mazda 3 having the most knocking sound problem by owners...other than that...nothing...
honda / toyota also same but same category car can't perform as well as mazda 3... honda civic with a slightly longer wheelbase is not as swift as mazda 3 in corners unless the driver is very experienced..anyhow..it's up to the driver to handle the car because no matter what car one is driving...it all depends on the driver to fully bring out its potential

pedal lock doesn't void warranty..it is safe to install but bare in mind, u have more keys to keep properly and safely also it kinda takes some space near ur brake pedal

congrats
now u will be able to enjoy ur zoom zoom driving experience

now ipoh is not supporting toyota n honda

i actually know and saw 3 black mazda3 in ipoh lol
a 1.6sdn
a 2.0sdn
a 2.0hb

extra steps to do before can start engine and go..
if any of u purchased the brake lock..remember to lock ur door lock as soon as u're in the car then only unlock ur brake lock ^^
for safety haha

bare in mind, all mazda3 lower front bumper is quite low...take good care during driving..
many owners scratch/hit/bump/touch their lower portion of the front bumper already
quite sorry because i don't think the bodykits is under warranty unless sticky glue comes out, it is lopsided, it is poorly fitted, and so on...that doesn't relate to owner fault
ownself scratch/hit/or whatsoever is not covered..
even the rims, because of owner carelessness, scratch here and there and bent and so on..

This post has been edited by Jinster: Feb 16 2012, 10:55 AM

i believe performance wise + fuel efficiency won't be very different..only thing i notice is something to do with different tires ^^
good to know u've achieved 800km+

but still there are many heavy foot-ers going wild zooming here and there due to the car ability to zoom zoom haha, i hope they won't complain about the consumption
more power = more consumption, everyone knows that
just that some people just won't learn...

owning a mazda3, how to not step on it once in a while? it's a drivers car! u're suppose to zoom zoom safely xD the looks of the car shows what u can do even though it's not moving haha...won't say you...i myself would do the same to have fun

mazda cx5 saves fuel like mad and also gives u big horses when u want to use it

mazda2 with new skyactiv in japan already made a major impact in fuel save


@ariesto
true but need to convince some certain auntie and uncle that toyota and honda isn't the only selling car makes in malaysia..
though their children want a new different car other than toyota and honda, their parents aren't that supporting..

This post has been edited by Jinster: Feb 17 2012, 02:32 PM

if they have "really" done mazda cars before..then it should be okay..but remember to see their workmanship... ur door panels..this and that..the way they took it apart and fix it back..screws and so on.. some would say they got do before but actually they did not.. if sales executive did not recommend any or if u urself want to send it to the one u want, do take care..

it is..
somewhere around year 2014

most uncle bought nissan for the 6speed/7speed/whatever speed and the big space

no offence but only nissan gtr, nissan silvia, nissan FAIRLADY (my dream car) attracts me...those normal cars are a no no for me lol...

anyway they are loaded =P
i don't want to argue with uncle uncle all..
they retire already and want to relax with less worries
probably don't want to zoom zoom here and there