kena conned by the SA. loan approved 22/5 and i already signed the HP. Opted for DC Blue since he said got stock. now he say don't know when can get the car. can't even promise to get before raya. i'm so pissed off now. can i cancel the car now? or can i change to other branch?

Yup.. Now T brand is begging for customers also ppl don't want. Ppl very easy to please. Just don't extreme short-change them. Mazda on that path. They are just lucky this time around that the core looks and driving dynamics are quite good, plus tax free window. If not, they would probably be heading down that path too.
Yeah, I too didn't pay up until I confirmed actual stock available.. Felt it with my hands... So understandable you haven't paid yet. Wiser not to until car confirmed. Easier to just revoke loan signed and refund booking fee.. I don't have any chip issues yet. Been careful to steer far far away from potential atone kickers along the highways. Even let cars come in between. But all these is just new car sayang phase, couple months or years down the line. I'd still care but not as much. 

I understand there's a slim chance of a repaint recall.. So I'm willing to push and sign for such.. Just as I did for the CRV's EPS issue. Hopefully, this too works and results in the recall. I don't expect it to happen anytime soon though.
Yeah.. couple SRCs some more.. But they didn't look damaged and fairly certain they were all independently tied down securely.. Much more damage on the other car..turtled.. So hopefully the transported cars are intact.
Yeah.. Read about such. I've seen the headlamp issue on a friend's car and thought it's probably because of the additional heat in that area.. 5 years and remove with no harm to original paint? Still okay I guess.
Yep.. There is.. Kicks in at above 20km/h speeds. When parked, opening the driver's door unlocks all other doors. Else, other doors are still able to be opened individually from the inside.. I.e. Drop off a passenger, single door will unlock without driver intervention. Drive off and the auto lock kicks in again. Handy.

Needing a run in is subjective. I'm doing it anyways just incase and for peace of mind. So far so good. Can Rev and vary speeds.. Just don't overdo it.

I’ve been following developments since this matter was brought up. I do not condone the matter altogether and feel strongly that this matter deserves an explanation from the car dealer to our brothers who are affected by this. I am no happy camper if such matter falls upon me either.

I wish to point out that based on similar experiences in the past with a reputable continental make, I can confirm that my VIN was dated late 2013 but the car was registered in early 2014. Now, we have to account for the time the car is being manufactured to the point that it is out to the dealer for sale. The VIN number would follow the year of production, ie the time it was put in the job sheet at the production plant. How Long it takes from point of registration of production to point it lands in the hands of the dealer is subjective but I would think this will follow the ‘usual’ production timeline. I stand corrected on this point.

In the case of our fellow brother from what I have gathered, he has specifically ask for the car to be a 2018 model. Now whether it is manufactured or delivered in 2018 is the discussion between the buyer and the dealer prior to taking on delivery of the car and I shall leave this open as I’m not a party privy to this. But what is of great importance is the time that was taken from the date it was manufactured to the day it was sold, > 6months. Now whether it is 6 months or 12 months difference doesn’t matter so Long as the dealer that sold the car did not misrepresent this information to the buyer. As Long as the buyer is informed of such information and it is his prerogative to sign on the purchase then all is good.

I’m not judge to the matter, just pointing out some points. IMHO from what was gathered, clearly our bro has been misrepresented by the car dealer as he did specifically said that he will take the car if it is a 2018 car. The dealer should have informed that the car was manufactured in the production line in nov 2017, and if he would still like to proceed with the purchase as such. The customer deserves the right to know on what he is buying and this is what all car dealers should strive to uphold honesty in doing a trade. I think the car dealer in this instance should address this matter amicably and fast as it is turning into a national crisis. They are not doing themselves any favours by dropping statements out of thin air, without realising the severity and impact it has on future sales. Clearly damage control and crisis management is lacking in their department.

I wish to also point out again I’m no judge to the matter and am not aiding any party, am also NOT representing the car dealer nor employed by them. I’m awaiting for my car as well and indirectly happen to have a ‘participating’ interest in this matter.

Useable. The FEATURE Is already there just that bermaz strip it off. So the paddle shifter is just plug and play IINM.

You are welcome.. Not yet changed anything.. Cuz just started and have only done the first service. Ask me again in 3 or 4 years time.. 
Total cost to resprary the car after say 5 years could be around 3K or less depending on color type. Coating does NOT protect against stone chips, etc. Just keeps original paint more shiny for longer. I DIY myself.. Took a couple hours over 2 weekends to wash, claybar, dry, apply sealant, allow days to cure, wash again and apply hard wax over it.. Tossed Rain-X on all glasses including side mirrors.. Used a cleaner and conditioner/protectant on almost all interior parts, boot included..Now can wash and dry like normal and it's hydrophobic & shiny.. Easy to wipe off bird shit, bugs etc when out an about.. Satisfied cuz so much highway driving and zero chips.  Will redo again in 6 months.. Total cost? RM200 + elbow grease. But I agree, not for everyone. I didn't think I could, but glad I did. 
Hmm, not that I really need it.. Cuz so far, gear shifts have been okay.