Yeah at first i was a bit disappointed that the K5 was priced at 143,888 (OTR). But after really giving it some thought, i realised that its actually reasonable for what's on offer. Yes the K5 still lacks in refinement and handling, but can u really expect so much when ure only paying RM 143K? I paid only approx RM 105K after trading in my Vios. Imagine that. 

But yes, as you mentioned, car prices seem to be experiencing an uptrend in all segments. Much like property in some ways but unlike property, its a loss right from Day 1. And ull see that many of the ppl opting for cars are actually spending above their means. Many financial experts would tell you that your car monthly installments should generally not be more than 20% of your take home salary (give and take depending on your NAV). Yet we still have many ppl (especially younger professionals) who end up spending like 40-50% of their take home salary on their car loans. And quite a number of these ppl dont even have proper medical insurance or even their own property.

And you see car manufacturers and dealers capitalising on this. Like you clearly mentioned, the Gov has a big hand to play in these pricing and for some selfish reason, the Gov seems content on increasing car prices merely to allow P1 & P2 to continue to increase profits.

Its about time the Malaysian public starts to shun over-priced cars. Its already begun in the property market. The new launches are being snapped up (mostly by unsuspecting buyers) but the investors in the subsale market are becoming more selective and refusing to pay for overpriced properties.

The power lies in the hands of the consumer and we Malaysians needs to understand that. Till then, we'll continue to see rising prices everywhere.

Ive experienced rattling sound now. Damn it!!
Ive found the source



Dont use glade, ok?

Ive experienced rattling sound now. Damn it!!
Ive found the source



Dont use glade, ok?

This has gotta be the fastest recall ever for a newly launched model eh? Gosh! Hope this is the first and last. Not the kind of thing u wanna hear for a new launch this soon especially if it involves a potential fire.

Bro, i facing the same issue. Guess I think just need to get them tighten the handbreak. Just think that the handbreak handle pull up level is too high. Shld be able to adjusted to lower.

I also got a call from Bermaz today to inform about the recall. Requested me to send in tomorrow for inspection. But will be away oversea tmr so hv set the appointment on Monday. probably doing my 1K service as well. Now already 850km!

For me, it is a thumbs up for mazda, fast reaction to recall to replace the problematic part. Look at volkswagen, recall? Never happen but only in their dream.

Soon total recall will destroy VW branding

Agree, for malaysia market, they could've make the fix in the next service but surely Mazda's direction is to recall and have it rectified ASAP.

It goes to show they are really serious about protecting their brand.

For me, it is a thumbs up for mazda, fast reaction to recall to replace the problematic part. Look at volkswagen, recall? Never happen but only in their dream.

Soon total recall will destroy VW branding

Agree, for malaysia market, they could've make the fix in the next service but surely Mazda's direction is to recall and have it rectified ASAP.

It goes to show they are really serious about protecting their brand.

Yeah at first i was a bit disappointed that the K5 was priced at 143,888 (OTR). But after really giving it some thought, i realised that its actually reasonable for what's on offer. Yes the K5 still lacks in refinement and handling, but can u really expect so much when ure only paying RM 143K? I paid only approx RM 105K after trading in my Vios. Imagine that. 

But yes, as you mentioned, car prices seem to be experiencing an uptrend in all segments. Much like property in some ways but unlike property, its a loss right from Day 1. And ull see that many of the ppl opting for cars are actually spending above their means. Many financial experts would tell you that your car monthly installments should generally not be more than 20% of your take home salary (give and take depending on your NAV). Yet we still have many ppl (especially younger professionals) who end up spending like 40-50% of their take home salary on their car loans. And quite a number of these ppl dont even have proper medical insurance or even their own property.

And you see car manufacturers and dealers capitalising on this. Like you clearly mentioned, the Gov has a big hand to play in these pricing and for some selfish reason, the Gov seems content on increasing car prices merely to allow P1 & P2 to continue to increase profits.

Its about time the Malaysian public starts to shun over-priced cars. Its already begun in the property market. The new launches are being snapped up (mostly by unsuspecting buyers) but the investors in the subsale market are becoming more selective and refusing to pay for overpriced properties.

The power lies in the hands of the consumer and we Malaysians needs to understand that. Till then, we'll continue to see rising prices everywhere.

New 2013 Honda Accord seems quite alright dont you think? I really hope Honda keeps most of the specs even when they CKD it here. If they can include all the goodies and still keep the price reasonable, it should thrash the Camry. But after seeing what they did with the CRV, i have my doubts. I guess we'll need to wait till Jul/Aug to know. But in the meatime, some info for you:

http://paultan.org/2013/03/26/honda-accord-bangkok/

still no reply?
first u say u can corner hard on K5 and the handling is good because it has 18-inchers...

now u say lacking..

which is which?

still no reply?
first u say u can corner hard on K5 and the handling is good because it has 18-inchers...

now u say lacking..

which is which?

that's CM98, hahahahah

now he is saying M6 is crap, and accord is good buy...

then 6 months later, he will say accord is crap, M6 is crap, camry is crap.....

he got history in contradicting himself one.