Hi all, I have a budget of 55K+ and so far I have set eyes on a 2.0 Forte 2011 6-speed. Although it is discontinued, but I feel it has more value for the price I am paying(~60k). I plan to drive for at least 3-5 years.
Would you guys recommend it?


If not recommended, I sincerely appreciate your suggestions:
1. Brand : Kia or other models
2. Budget : 55k - 65k
3. New/Used/Unreg : doesnt matter
4. Specs : Full Spec
5. Transmission : auto!
6. NA or FI : doesnt matter
7. Type : sedan
8. Remarks : safety feature. FC not too high. Prefer used less than 4 yrs.

( Parents )
To request recommendation, this is what u need to post:
1. Brand - Any
2. Budget - Under 50 K
3. New/Used/Unreg. - New
4. Specs. - 5 Seater
5. Transmission - Auto
6. NA or FI ? - I don't have deep knowledge bout this.
7. Type. - prefer sedan, but if hatchback also can
8. Remarks - Just in small city used as my mom sudden wish to change car from saga 1991.

( Sister )
To request recommendation, this is what u need to post:
1. Brand - Not local
2. Budget - under 90K
3. New/Used/Unreg. - New
4. Specs. - 5 Seater
5. Transmission - Auto
6. NA or FI ? - Still no idea. Sorry
7. Type. - Sedan
8. Remarks - First car and not going to change car in 10 years time


Thanks in advance.

hey guys, I considering a used car and asked zenix bro to help me out.
you guys can refer to the link as reference. he helped me alot. hope this article can help others.
Used Car under 50k

is used 2006 toyota vios a good buy under 30k?

This post has been edited by nightzstar: Feb 14 2014, 08:30 PM

1. Brand : Honda Civic
2. Budget : around 20k or less
3. New/Used/Unreg : used
4. Specs : doesn't matter
5. Transmission : auto

8. Remarks: Considering to change/upgrade from my manual Saga LMST (M) to a non local auto car, so that my GF can drive also Is this a good choice? From Fuelly it shows good fuel consumption, but is it reliable, will it be hard and high cost to maintain? Also roughly how much I need to loan if I trade in my Saga? if not much after trade then I'll pay in cash. Thanks!

This post has been edited by gu~wak_zhai: Feb 14 2014, 08:43 PM

1. Brand : KIA Sephia (99/2000) / KIA Sportage (99/2000)
2. Budget : for kia sephia (5000) / for sportage (9000)
3. New/Used/Unreg : Used
4. Specs : Full(not a priority)
5. Transmission : (A)
6. NA or FI : NA
7. Type : Sedan/SUV
8. Remarks :

I am planning to buy either Kia Sephia 1999/2000 or Kia Sportage 1999/2000 in the near future but i need to know whether (1) parts of these vehicles are readily available or not and (2)whether they are cheap or not(maintenance)?
mostly important parts like engine mountings , bearings , brake shoes , air filter , oil filter , timing belt , air con parts , head and tail lights , front and rear bumpers ,grilles , other electrical parts etc.

Also what do you suggest? Are the above mentioned cars good? do they show any kind of problems such as defects or something of similar sort?Which car in your opinion is the best pick in terms of parts availability and low cost maintenance apart from those already mentioned above)
thank you.

Hope you guys here can help me out!
1. Brand - Any non-local brand
2. Budget - 40k-60k, the lower the better
3. New/Used/Unreg - Used
4. Specs - Due to a recent adventure, safety is of the utmost importance now. Might not be so lucky next time. MUST have ESC/VSA/etc, and minimum of 2 airbags
5. Transmission - Will get stuck in jams very frequently, so auto.
6. NA or FI - no preference
7. Type - Sedan, preferably

Can anyone suggest cars which fall under these conditions? I initially wanted the 2009 Honda City, but changed my mind when I realised only the later versions have VSC Do correct me if I am wrong though. I HOPE I am wrong. My preference - Safety first > Looks + Fuel economy + Reliability > Driving pleasure. Is my budget too low? I do know that the Forte 1.6SX has VSC, but my friend already has it and I am not really keen on getting the same one. Thanks in advance for taking the time to read and reply!

if safety comes to mind, I think naza picanto is a good choice? summon zenix

Thank you so much for the suggestion, it looks great! 6 airbags will definitely do some research about the picanto thanks again!

picanto ah?
long story short

1. no power
2. fuel guzzler
3. cramp
4. ugly
5. no resale value
6. spare parts an issue
7. safety aspect better than kancil/kelisa/kenari/viva....about same as alza/myvi

latest one.....i dunno didn't really think much of it....always safer choice to go wif japs.

Hi,

Is the last gen Mazda 6 2.5L Hi Spec yr2008 is a good buy? It's around 80-85k currently.

It's still looks good despite the new m6 are out. Just concern about the spare part tho... izzit can still source spare part from bermaz?

Nid some opinion here.

This post has been edited by dman: Feb 17 2014, 11:34 PM

Sifus tolong2..

1. Brand : any
2. Budget : around 150k
3. New/Used/Unreg : new
4. Specs : doesnt matter
5. Transmission : auto but with pedal shift
6. NA or FI :  FI (preferred but dont mind NA)
7. Type : 4 seater.
8. Remarks : Most important is that the car must turn heads and look like a bachelors car. Also, good acceleration (maybe below 9 seconds 0-100)

Bro, maybe kia rio or nissan almiera for your parents

Honda city or vios for ur sis.


Fyi, NA & FI , if im not mistaken stands for naturally aspirated and forced induction (usually turbo or superchargers).

Since you didnt mentioned any brand,

U might want to check preve cfe spec

1. Brand : Toyota
2. Budget : RM68k
3. New/Used/Unreg : Used, Year 2008
4. Specs : 1.8G
5. Transmission : Auto
6. NA or FI : NA
7. Type :
8. Remarks : Mileage 140K (I believe is original mileage, no point ppl adjust mileage to 140k)
On the road price is RM71k (I have no NCD transfer)

Dear all please advise.
THanks a lot.

Hi zenix, mind giving some comment?
1. Brand : Toyota
2. Budget : RM68k
3. New/Used/Unreg : Used, Year 2008
4. Specs : 1.8G
5. Transmission : Auto
6. NA or FI : NA
7. Type :
8. Remarks : Mileage 140K (I believe is original mileage, no point ppl adjust mileage to 140k)
On the road price is RM71k (I have no NCD transfer)

Thanks a lot.

high mileage.

ya, that's my concern also.
Does the price worth to have 08 Altis?
Also wondering if toyota is long lasting enough to have 300 or 400 km with good performance.

not worth it.
why not consider sylphy?

just saw this car from my friend recommended 2nd hand seller.
Aim Toyota just because maintenance, reliability and RV.

sylphy better? I'm take note for this. Reason for recommend?

Actually I scared to buy 2nd hand outside as I've no idea how to check it, so mostly will not visit other seller. (I'm at JB area)

But for the price is already can get New Vios J. Shaking my mind.
Before this is thinking to get Preve.