X-Gear is a good car.
Cheap to maintain like a Toyota with basic drivetrain yet fuel economical and reliable.
Only bad thing is the RV drops like a rock.
Which is good for used car buyers.

Mitsubishi Galant EA2A
Bought it for $4000
Did a few things to it:
1. Lower arms & rack ends = $300
2. Touch screen player with USB and component system for doors = $300
3. New alarm = RM140
and a few other things, well but going to sell it off soon.
Will take some pictures before selling it.

BND not MYR
over here it is a common price.
but most of the models using 4g63.
but 4k convert to MYR is only 12k.
settle shipping/tax/etc under 15k to WM.
and a VRG transplant is only 5k MYR

sell for 40k = profit

for your budget you won't be able to get any decent toyota's younger than 2010

Yes. A relative of mine bought it.
It does have a few fancy features.

1. AMT gearbox, I find automatic mode to be terrible and driving it in manual mode all the time is quite tedious.
2. Rear view Mirror which doubles up as a TNG smart tag, this is very smart I wonder why Proton/Perodua never do this.
3. It did have leaking issues, the rubber for the windows have been changed and seems to be okay now.
4. The engine looks familiar but they deny it is from Toyota, I suspect it is the same engine as the Vios.
5. Space wise it isn't the best, almost no boot, i would say the body is A/B segment at best.

dunno why i have a feeling they lifted the body from a Toyota Vitz


Since the car is fixed now just keep it a while longer then save up for something better.
Honestly as far as the used car market goes 60-80k is the sweet spot for nice C/D-segment cars and sports cars aged between 3-7 years old.
50k the pickings are slim mostly from not so great RV Japanese makes like Nissan, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, etc.

2016 Mazda2 - if you're talking a out cars like this, sometimes it can be a scam, what kind of guy would buy a car in 2016 then sell it in the same year unless this is a reposes unit but usually you don't get such information from the salesman they usually try to assure you it is a good car but owner upgraded or some bullshit because if he tell you it is a reposes unit then you'll immediately think it won't be maintained properly, right?

2016 VW Vento/Polo Sedan/Polo Hatch - if you want a cheap car with full warranty your best bet is a Volkswagen nowadays. First the naming conventions the Polo started out as a 1.2TSI car but DSG/TSI issues made customers worry so they introduced the Polo Sedan which is a 1.6MPI engine with a regular 6 speed gearbox (not DSG and no turbo) older technology but very reliable and you still get the refined conti interior feel (unless you really look you'll find most VW interiors quite similar in look and feel). Later they launched the Polo Hatch which is also fitted with 1.6MPI & 6AT. Now they're launching the Vento which is the Polo Sedan with a 1.2TSI engine & DSG gearbox. Supposedly the latest TSI engine and DSG gearbox have rectified the issues of the previous generation which is why the Golf MK7 with the 1.4TSI doesn't get so much negative feedback as the MK6. Anyway, back to you and what to choose. The Polo Sedan/Hatch with the 1.6MPI engiine and 6AT gearbox from Aisin would be a good upgrade for you. Although the Waja is a C-segment car the Polo Sedan is a modern B-segment which is larger than older ones so space wise it would be about the same iinm, plus you get a few nifty C-segment toys like rear passenger aircon and multi-function steering wheel. Performance wise it should be better with 6 gears and of course better fuel economy. This particular seller is even giving you free 6 months installments as a discount. This is a good compromise of conti interior but japanese-like maintenance because of a more simple engine/gearbox. So once warranty over you can bring it outside to fix at cheaper prices.

Since you've owned a car for so long you should be comfortable to buy a used car since you know where to get things fixed cheaply and what usually goes wrong. Getting one with warranty or new car only forces you to use the expensive SC/3S.

2012 Suzuki Kizashi 2.4 - superb Japanese D-segment saloon. Suzuki is not known for making D-segment cars but they really made one as good as a Mazda6 and similarly spec'ed but RV drops like a rock which is good for you as you can pick it up for only 70k from it's original price of 140k

1. Yes, you have to pay roadtax. If it has classic car status road tax is cheaper but there are two rules you must comply first before getting that.
a) Must own two other cars with normal status.
b) The car you are applying to have classic status must be in very good to near showroom condition i.e. no rust, no modifications, etc (it depends on the officer inspecting the car, some allow OEM upgrades like brake kits, some don't)

2. Comprehensive cover for older cars depends on the car condition and how much you're willing to pay for the premium. e.g. your car only worth RM10k the premium is about RM1k (like new car), i've never had a car that old before so I can't really say anything for certain, however my friends keeping older Proton Saga and condition isn't the best only can get 3rd party cover.

3) Parts shouldn't be an issue for major brands but price might be an issue, since not many keep such cars even if the stockist can get the parts it might have to be flown in from somewhere. Your first choice is always the chop shops and internet (ebay/taobao). That's why usually people just buy another similar car in good/bad condition just to keep as spare parts donation car.

Mazda2 - there are a few scam types, but the most common one is advertising a car way below market value (in the case of this Mazda2 it is too young to be that price) then when you arrive at the used car dealer he will give 101 excuses why the car isn't available anymore from just sold to booked already, you won't even get to see the car. Reposes units are "kereta tarik" someone bought the car then couldn't afford to pay monthly to the bank so after a 3 months the bank will take back the car.

VW Vento/Polo - The Vios of Germany, maintenance shouldn't be astronomical but good interior and handling for such a range. Do consider.

Kizashi - LOL! okay.

The result of Proton Jumbuck and Proton Preve having sex is awful.

Now this is art



Just the rear abit of a problem for chinese, they call it coffin backside.

What kinda paint shop you need?
Cheap or good job?

LOL! I'd skip it.
They either aren't interested to do business or got something wrong with the car.
Coz they know not easy to get someone to go to the used car lot to inspect and inspect by eye oso kenot check many things.

Okay.

Don't bother to fix up the car when giving it to the used car dealer.
No matter what they'd offer you a terrible price for it anyway.

Maybe you can also consider the Civic Hybrid, it is around the same price but much bigger and comfortable.

I'd pick the 6AT from Aisan than risk it with the DSG anytime.
I might write about the DCT gearbox soon to explain more about the industry and why they're still supporting it.

Well....here is the thing.

Unless they've vastly improved things since a few years back the TSI engines and DSG gearboxes are quite temperamental.
If you've tried the 1.2 first the only to the 1.6 then of course anyone would be biased towards the 1.2 because when working that twincharger makes you feel like you're driving a Ferrari.
However, that is the issue. Unless there have been improvements you might get frustrated as many VW owners have been regarding either one failing, the problem was exacerbated by VAG impotence, avoiding game or trying to pin the blame on owners.
The new Golf MK7 with a 1.2 and 1.4 TSI engine and DSG gearbox so far so good but would you really want to be a lab rat?

make sure your service center is well equipped, got free food and comfortable.
you'll be spending alot of time there.

yes, VAG is trying very hard to woo back customers after the TSI/DSG-gate.

6-7secs that's Golf GTI territory
even then it takes the Golf GTI 6.8 seconds
even performance sedans need at least 10 seconds

i'll get TS to sticky it at the front.

bang walls long enough you will know as much too.
i guess it all started out with a lemon proton wira.
was useful as an education into cars when i was younger.
but terrible as something you need as a reliable workhorse when you have a job.
that and much reading and blow water

if i work in the auto biz i won't be able to freely share.
i think you've notice our local publications are all "good news only" reviews.

LOL!
i'm pretty brave then.
140 on a 2005 galant with 15" non low profile tires

STUFF TO STICKY at the first page

Here is the reality of DCT (dual clutch transmissions) in TLDR fashion.
Dry DCT = russian roulette but "maintenance free"
Wet DCT = bullet proof but is not cheap to maintain.

DCT like any other gearbox was designed initially for oil change. For example the Mitsubishi SST on the Evo 10 needs about 5.6L of DCT oil, which is about USD154 per can of 4L (sos for cost estimation) , that isn't cheap and would only be okay for sports cars.

However, as manufacturers wanted to put DCT into their smaller/cheaper cars (e.g. VW Polo/VW Golf) they had to figure a way to lower the cost of maintenance thus Dry DCT was born. Dry DCT isn't actually dry, it is just a sealed system with oil that doesn't require change and doesn't require to pass an oil filter. IINM it was designed to last the product lifetime, which is about 10 years (i could be wrong though). So it was designed and tested in Europe and America, however it wasn't tested on tropical climates, thus heat from the engine and tarmac just made everything worst.




dark90

I know the Vento is like a hate/love thing right now for u

As for Mazda if you don't mind to buy from a showroom in cheras, i can give you the contact of the lady boss

new.

DSG 6-speed = DQ250
DSG 7-speed = DQ200



Above is the job card for the european recall for DSG gearbox. And here is the quote from the owner below;

"I have done the oil change at the dealership, it was a quick 1 hour job. The car still feels the same, the gears still swap sweetly and rapidly. Good.

I asked the service manager about the post May 2013 built cars and he said yes, they are likely to be already filled with the mineral oil. This recall is a global thing issued by Volkswagen AG, hence it is not only limited to tropical climates. Hopefully the UK dealers have already started looking into it.

19 Litres of mineral oil G052512S0 was used."

yeah, if your car is in good condition i'm sure in their minds they're thinking "sucker".
unless you plan to sell directly to friends/family, don't really bother to fix up cosmetic issues.
however, if got major issues like the car cannot start or aircon not working you better fix it.
used car dealers won't care what ICE, rims, bodykit, and mods done.

the price is probably because it is a 10 years old car, the used car dealer has a small window between now and december to sell it to someone using a loan, when 2017 rolls over he has to find a cash buyer. so i guess that explains the price.

Nothing you can do about the soundproofing it can't be so readily removed so just leave it and ask for a bit more during negotiations.
HU, Rims, and seats just remove it and sell it in LYN garage sales.
Go to the chop shop and buy stock standard seats and some cheapo hu.
As long as got something there the used car dealer won't try to complain to cut the price even more.

they cannot force, but if your loan was dependent on the trade-in.
if you decide not to sell then at worst case you need to:

1. pay the amount in cash so can still use the approved bank loan.
2. resubmit bank loan.

dowan help kidipap coz u ban pokemon go

2010 Honda Civic Hybrid - in terms of interior space this would be a good one since instead of having to make do with a B-segment car this C-segment hybrid has depreciated enough to make it a viable choice. So of course being a C-segment you'll get better stuff like bigger interior and boot space, much more polish interior design not basic and over plasticky like a Vios interior, better safety features (ABS, EBD, BA, and VSA), and much more. In terms of fuel economy you can't beat a Honda hybrid, the same chassis with the 1800cc or 2000cc engine would cost much more as their RV is much better. I'd say just get a car like this, if anything happens later on a 1800cc engine swap is possible, ordinarily an upgrade from 1300cc to 1800cc would be impossible but you can request for special compensation from JPJ because there is no in between 1300cc and 1800cc -- can also blame the 1300cc + IMA not supported for engine swap so need a normal engine

2009 Nissan Dualis - nothing impresses clients, business partners and people in general when you roll up to them with something unique looking, and this JDM is quite suitable for your needs, it is within budget and isn't too old. Being a JDM and rare people can't really tell if it is an old or new model, although this car and the Murano started the current Nissan design language for their SUV's most people can't tell this model was actually launched back in 2006 (10 years ago) but this one is a 2009 model so it is about 7 years old now. The one in this advertisement looks okay probably a nice car wash and polish would make it look as good as new. If you're able to find one which is unreg that is even better, unregs were being sold for around 70-80k-ish. Best part is although your car has the looks of a rare JDM inder the skin it is the same as that ugly boxy Nissan X-Trail so maintenance is dirt cheap by SUV standards.

not really.
1. there is a difference between a normal showroom and 3s, usually 3s is higher tier and owners richfag so they able to get stock faster or keep more stock.
2. even within the same showroom different salesman might give you a different deal, the standard deals like honda2honda rebate of rm2000 everyone has but they might give you different service, trade-in value, bank rates, etc. according to their individual contacts.


well, that's old technology compared to what the mazda has.
mazda skyactiv is good but do remember unique technology or complicated technology will not equate to cheaaper maintenance since not all workshops will be able to handle them, that is why conti's all have specialist centers.

Will you be buying cash because 2003 cars cannot be loaned.

Anyway HERE is a guide on what to look out for and test to do before buying a used Honda City/Jazz with CVT. It may also be used for other cars with CVT as the technology is the same but this article was written specifically for Honda Jazz/City.

jackbanner sticky it.

Well Inspira should be one of the more better cars you can choose to buy from Proton.
As far as I know there were no big quality or build issues with this car, I'm guessing it was just built using CKD packs from Mitsubishi then they added the Proton logo. The gearbox should be fine, if you're worried you can try to apply the CVT gearbox test before buy guide above.

Hey guys.
So I gave my middle finger to the boss and back to Malaysia now, new job down south soon. Without a computer for the moment so can't reply.

btw latest promo
7.5k cash rebate vios J
8.5k cash rebate for vios E/G

anyone intersted PM

i guess i need a few more years of financial stability first.
own business is high risk high gain.
anyway thanks for the confidence in me.
you're a business owner?

thanks

PM me if you're looking for a Vios, big discount now.

I tend not to want to be drawn into such things whenever the comparison is modified vs stock.

FYI:
City Club - generally more racer wannabe and ah beng mentality.
Vios Club - same as above.
Jazz Club - i was part of one, generally more chicks and more fun activities.

i'm talking about clubs in general, but the official ones usually better but there are alot of other smaller club/crews with that kinda mindset.

That kinda body type usually is high tax and low volume.
Which is why not all manufacturers have such models, usually Toyota/Honda would have for selected markets because they're big enough.
Smaller players like Mazda that are fighting for survival won't have such models as it is more economical to make 1 model and sell it worldwide.

I'm going to talk about used cars because it would be more interesting.

1. university student: Proton Satria - because when you're a youngster you should have a 2 door faux sports coupe to attract the ladies while still having a car that is easy to maintain on your own or inexpensive when you bring it to a workshop, cheap manuals are under RM5k which is a good bargain for parents looking to instil good values in their kids because they get to DIY fix their cars and learn the value of money.

2. uber driver: Perodua Axia - currently I think this is the best car for the job, new/used it would be in the RM20-30k region depending on spec, so while uber customers don't give extra money if you drive an Axia or Civic, I think a new low spec Axia would be one to go for because you'll be needing the car for your livelihood a new car with warranty is a good stable footing. I'm thinking the G1EX is best suited for uber being a robust manual but if you'd need an auto then you've gotta choose between a RM35k new or RM20-30k used.

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3. sales executive: Nissan Latio Sedan/Proton Inspira/Toyota Vios - I'm guessing this include salesman kind of role. Toyota Vios would be a good choice because it is reliable and cheap to maintain, however the only issue with it is the price vs year make, because of better RV you're usually forced to buy and older car for the same amount of money compared to Latio or Inspira. To compare apple to apple we'll talk about Latio 1.8 and Inspira 1.8, in terms of looks the Inspira is of course more handsome and size as well with the Latio being a B-segment inspired design but bloated to be C-segment. Fuel consumption and maintenance cost for them aren't too far apart but Inspira would cost abit more because the 1.8 variant isn't common here, you may want to consider the 2.0 because it would be the same as the Mitsubishi Lancer which is more common.

4. company director: Depends some richfag enough any car also can, some only Camry

5. mover: define mover.

6. senior citizen: Toyota Rush - you would want something safe yet idiot proof and reliable which I think this car is able to deliver, firstly it uses bullet proof Toyota engine/gearbox which is also cheap to maintain, power/performance wise it is nothing amazing but good enough for seniors to move around, safety it isn't state of the art but 2 airbags and a high chassis (so during accident you actually only damage the bumper/wheels and because it is higher less chances of bumpers of on coming cars penetrating cabin) is decent protection for the allocated budget of getting such cars around 2010 or younger at less than RM40k

7. family car: Nissan Livina - although Alza/Wish/Stream all are within the same bodysize there are issues with them all, Alza is woefully under powered, Stream has no rear aircon vents, Wish is usually too expensive because of the high Toyota RV issue. Livina wins them all because it would be the cheapest 1800cc MPV of such a category, it has rear aircon vents, normal RV so it is a nice bargain for used car punters. I would say this is not for a big family but maybe a growing family mom, dad + 2 kids with space behind for groceries and strollers if the kids are younger. The 7 seater capacity isn't for full time use as the rear seats are only good enough for kids so it is best used when fetching friends of the kids for playdates and/or to school (maybe can earn extra side income doing that).

This is a bit difficult because what is your definition of "lots of luggage space".
At first I thought maybe MPV but it doesn't seem like it.

2009 Nissan Sentra 1.6 - it is always recommended to get a car as young as possible that meets your requirements and loan, I know Altis is a choice but it would be older, although the Sentra is based on older technology the production only stopped around 2009 so therefore the car is still relatively new (7 years old). At this price range you can't be too fussy on certain things if you want a younger car which I recommend for non-car person buyers due to lesser potential issues. Not much to choose from and I'm not loving this particular advert because it isn't all stock/original looks to be modified.

2009 Nissan Latio 1.6 - this is a C-segment like the Sentra and is based on a newer design and platform so of course passive safety aspects like a more rigid body with accident crumple zones are incorporated into this car, however it is still pretty basic C-segment like the Sentra without things like rear disc brakes but it has ABS but doesn't have stuff common in C-segments now like BA (brake assist) and EBD (electronic brake distribution), they both lack ESC (electronic stability control e.g. VSA in honda and VSC in Toyota) but it is also missing in most Nissan's except higher range like Serena and Teana. However, you get a much more spacious interior and boot space compared to the Sentra. Maintenance would be about the same for both cars as they're both 1600cc engines and from Nissan, Nissan parts are easily available and cheap.

You can get a quite new/young Latio for your budget.
Or plurge abit and get something like a 2008/2009 Honda Civic

Can't really say if there is no price.