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solou123
post Nov 23 2023, 08:28 PM

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QUOTE(zenix @ Nov 23 2023, 08:25 PM)
kenot compare conti wif japano  nod.gif
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INSPIRA not even japanese, outside is proton rclxub.gif
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post Nov 23 2023, 08:31 PM

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QUOTE(solou123 @ Nov 23 2023, 08:28 PM)
INSPIRA not even japanese, outside is proton rclxub.gif
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except for steering it is all mitsu
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post Nov 24 2023, 12:38 AM

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QUOTE(zenix @ Nov 23 2023, 08:31 PM)
except for steering it is all mitsu
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since im not getting it for vroom vrrom, i prefer newer and more comfy car, problem is hard to find 2nd hand fluence, unless buy it from dealer
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post Nov 24 2023, 12:43 AM

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QUOTE(solou123 @ Nov 24 2023, 12:38 AM)
since im not getting it for vroom vrrom, i prefer newer and more comfy car, problem is hard to find 2nd hand fluence, unless buy it from dealer
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Inspira rather comfy unlike lancer due to protons suspension tuning.
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post Nov 24 2023, 12:54 AM

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QUOTE(lordgamer3 @ Nov 24 2023, 12:43 AM)
Inspira rather comfy unlike lancer due to protons suspension tuning.
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i mean if compare to fluence..
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post Nov 24 2023, 05:38 AM

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QUOTE(zenix @ Nov 22 2023, 04:15 PM)

Always go for something without any modifications.
The android player might look nice compared to its standard item but usually for android players to fit they need to change the facade sometimes including the aircon vents, etc.
The fit and finish of these after market facade/casing won't be able to match the original.
And if the person wasn't skilled when installing it the wiring might be ducked up.

Aftermarket rims is another thing.
They do not have the durability of the OEM's, and makes your speedo inaccurate.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1...mibextid=dXMIcH okay, I found this 2013 Polo 1.6 but the mileage is like 245,736km

Is high mileage or low mileage for 10 year old cars important in the decision making process of buying a car
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post Nov 24 2023, 10:05 AM

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QUOTE(solou123 @ Nov 24 2023, 12:38 AM)
since im not getting it for vroom vrrom, i prefer newer and more comfy car, problem is hard to find 2nd hand fluence, unless buy it from dealer
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search around.
you can sometimes find them at other conti "premium selection" used car lots.
go through more credible sources like that, topmark, etc. before trying regular used car dealers if you're worried

QUOTE(lordgamer3 @ Nov 24 2023, 12:43 AM)
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ah! i forgot due to this the original inspira suspension parts are more expensive than lancer.

QUOTE(ASoulNamedLeo @ Nov 24 2023, 05:38 AM)
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you can look at it from this point of view
if the mileage is high means the dealer didn't bother to tamper with anything
so what you see is what you get
inspect it for flood and accident damage
request to drive it to your trusty mechanic for a once over
if refuse offer to pump petrol rm10 should be enough to get you there and back
if they refuse and keep saying "only use our panel" or "when u buy will send to JPJ to check" all free
walk away something they trying to hide
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post Nov 25 2023, 02:45 AM

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Hi. I’m looking at 2010-2012 used x1. The price is about 30-32k. Is it a good buy?

Reason:
1. I prefer small suv car for my own ride. I have cx9 for family. Currently i’m driving w204 c250 for my own ride.
2. For the price, i can buy it cash. Old guy (40y.o) who prefer not to tie myself for another long term commitment with bank.
3. I have an old mitsubishi storm which i may sell to clear my garage. The car is severely under utulised.
4. Looking at used X1 since bmw car hardly looklng outdated eventhough they are older than my w204. Yeah, the batch is cannot be denied one of the factor.
5. I’m used to conti maintenance cost. Just wondering how much coslier it will be when the call for repair arise. And how frequent it will be?
6. How long it will be for any visit to workshop? (Question on sparepart availability).
7. I’m a typical ktard, earning circa 20k p.m..

Is X1 an ok car? Which one is better, 2010 cbu or 2012 ckd? For an old car, i’m not sure the 2 years gap make any different.

Thank in advance for your opinion.
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post Nov 25 2023, 07:35 AM

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QUOTE(Sesaw @ Nov 25 2023, 02:45 AM)
Hi. I’m looking at 2010-2012 used x1. The price is about 30-32k. Is it a good buy?

Reason:
1. I prefer small suv car for my own ride. I have cx9 for family. Currently i’m driving w204 c250 for my own ride.
2. For the price, i can buy it cash. Old guy (40y.o) who prefer not to tie myself for another long term commitment with bank.
3. I have an old mitsubishi storm which i may sell to clear my garage. The car is severely under utulised.
4. Looking at used X1 since bmw car hardly looklng outdated eventhough they are older than my w204. Yeah, the batch is cannot be denied one of the factor.
5. I’m used to conti maintenance cost. Just wondering how much coslier it will be when the call for repair arise. And how frequent it will be?
6. How long it will be for any visit to workshop? (Question on sparepart availability).
7. I’m a typical ktard, earning circa 20k p.m..

Is X1 an ok car? Which one is better, 2010 cbu or 2012 ckd? For an old car, i’m not sure the 2 years gap make any different.

Thank in advance for your opinion.
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At 40, you should be getting a great ride of your lifetime to fulfill your midlife crisis, not an old x1.
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post Nov 25 2023, 07:49 AM

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QUOTE(optprime @ Nov 25 2023, 07:35 AM)
At 40, you should be getting a great ride of your lifetime to fulfill your midlife crisis, not an old x1.
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Why don't you suggest a great ride?
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post Nov 25 2023, 09:36 AM

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QUOTE(optprime @ Nov 25 2023, 07:35 AM)
At 40, you should be getting a great ride of your lifetime to fulfill your midlife crisis, not an old x1.
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I had my brandnew c250 at my early thirties. Now seek financial freedom as my first priority and not going to pay a lot of money for a rapidly depreciating asset (crying hard for market value of my c20).

Yes, c class is entry level car. E and S class are much better. But i’m done with the chasing game. I’m no longer a heavy footer. 200++km/h was a distance memory.
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post Nov 25 2023, 12:48 PM

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QUOTE(zenix @ Nov 20 2023, 01:14 PM)
Yeah, Ford's here are expensive to maintain.
It is not worth it unless you like the brand or like the handling.
if it is just something for normal transport I'd recommend something else.

With your budget of course another Polo Hatch or Polo Sedan would fit the bill.
Okay, I'm going to put a bit of effort and recommend an alternative.
Regarding this, I'm currently facing a problem, my hand-me-down Ford Fiesta 1.5 Titanium Sedan 2013 currently unable to drive at all (had to tow truck to workshop 1.5 week ago), repairing the TCM and gearbox will take RM8800 from the quotation. We're worried even after repair, the Fiesta will still break down again in 2 months' time, because we already sent the car to repair another 2 times already this year, and this is the 3rd time it broke down in the middle of the road, and need to send to repair.

We are currently thinking either
1) salvaging the car for RM0 and buy another used car (will take around RM15000, very painful to wallet), or
2) either just fix the Fiesta again for the 3rd time again for RM8800

The car hasn't been in any floods or accidents and we don't even know why it has so much problems. cry.gif

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post Nov 25 2023, 01:20 PM

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QUOTE(ASoulNamedLeo @ Nov 25 2023, 12:48 PM)
Regarding this, I'm currently facing a problem, my hand-me-down Ford Fiesta 1.5 Titanium Sedan 2013 currently unable to drive at all (had to tow truck to workshop 1.5 week ago), repairing the TCM and gearbox will take RM8800 from the quotation. We're worried even after repair, the Fiesta will still break down again in 2 months' time, because we already sent the car to repair another 2 times already this year, and this is the 3rd time it broke down in the middle of the road, and need to send to repair.

We are currently thinking either
1) salvaging the car for RM0 and buy another used car (will take around RM15000, very painful to wallet), or
2) either just fix the Fiesta again for the 3rd time again for RM8800

The car hasn't been in any floods or accidents and we don't even know why it has so much problems.  cry.gif
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iinm any car going through salvage process at minimum you get 3000-5000 bucks.

alternatively,
trade-in for axia rahmah, you'll probably 2000-3000 from the dealer.
at least it is a new car, axia rahmah is 22k iinm.
so loan for 5 years not that painful.

cheapest 2013 ford fiesta is rm7500
not really worth pouring anymore funds into this car
even after rm8800 spend to repair no gurantees

because rm8800 u need to pay cash
might as well buy a used car at the price but nothing really decent at that price
avoid further issues best to get a cheap new car, trade-in the ford to push the problem to someone else
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post Nov 25 2023, 08:35 PM

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am driving a 2004 kancil 850, mostly city drive, sometimes kl to putrajaya distance, single, still solid, but felt unsafe in the highways

1. Brand. (locals or japans as lower upkeeps)
2. Budget preferably 400-600/months for max 7 years,
3. New/Used/Unreg. ( doesnt matter)
4. Specs
5. Transmission. (Automatic
6. NA or FI ? doesnt matter
7. Type. sedan / hatchback is good
8. Remarks. (add anything u like)(good sound insulation, good aircon, good speakers, preferably less hassle as my last car is a 98 city type s with lotsa problem)

if new, eyeing on saga top spec(or is there a new saga coming out next year?), axia mid specs ( appreciate if can suggest any other options) if used, just sked of those hanky panky tricks

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post Nov 26 2023, 12:02 AM

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QUOTE(hottemper @ Nov 25 2023, 08:35 PM)
driving a 2004 kancil 850,
mostly city drive,
sometimes kl to putrajaya,
single

2. Budget preferably 400-600/months for max 7 years
5. Transmission. Automatic

preferably less hassle as my last car is a 98 city type s with lotsa problem)

if new,
saga top spec
axia mid specs

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Axia X 40K downpayment 4,300 Int 3.5% loan 6yrs
Repayment 600/month.

Saga used to have better handling before the Axia now build on the new DNGA chassis and with its bullet proof 1KR-VE engine strong enough to be turboed for Ativa, it provides a good hatchback alternative to Saga pricing wise and even outhandles the shaky Bezza at highway speed.

Extra 4K for SE lots of cosmetics eg skirtings, interior chromes although the DRL and tint might be desired together w rev counter.

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post Nov 27 2023, 01:06 PM

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QUOTE(zenix @ Nov 25 2023, 01:20 PM)
iinm any car going through salvage process at minimum you get 3000-5000 bucks.
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Sorry for off-topic, but really any car can get that much salvage value?
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post Nov 27 2023, 08:00 PM

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QUOTE(hottemper @ Nov 25 2023, 08:35 PM)
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imho if you want decent highway experience the minimum is a B-segment.
however, B-segments are built still more for city driving and city highways
KL to Putrajaya still consider okay, can consider city highway
If interstate highway B-segment minimum with C-segment better for stability, NVH and fuel saving.

QUOTE(LostAndFound @ Nov 27 2023, 01:06 PM)
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you need to check with your local salvage yard
do check how much used car willing to accept it as a yardstick

 

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