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illusion0130
post Jul 13 2024, 06:16 PM

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Hi, i'm looking for some opinion for my 2nd car. Mainly city drive but just wanna change my 2017 Bezza Adv while still have some value in the market.

1. Brand: Any
2. Budget: Preferably Around 50k would be just nice, want to keep monthly commitment under 600 if possible
3. New/Used/Unreg: prefer used, but welcome any new car suggestion
4. Specs: any
5. Transmission: Auto pls
6. NA or FI: Any
7. Type: Any
8. Remarks: Was looking at 2016-17 HR-V or 2018-20 Kia Cerato K3, both are kind of a deal to me but I never buy used car before, I just anxious about it.

Thanks for any suggestion in advance.

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illusion0130
post Jul 14 2024, 10:29 AM

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QUOTE(sadukarzz @ Jul 13 2024, 06:37 PM)
- Proton perdana 2017-2019, 2.0L
- Honda engine / parts under the hood, spare parts easier to find
- NA auto
- Considered almost same range as Accord except internal not as fancy
*estimated price range between 45-50k depending on year and nego
**recommend to double check gearbox during test drive
**recommend to check white/black smoke after test drive concluded and parked
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thanks for the reco, not so into Proton thou... also I saw this car before and its too long(5000mm) for me that usually drive alone sweat.gif


QUOTE(dogbert_chew @ Jul 13 2024, 07:31 PM)
Some feedback from me, others might disagree

- can you increase your budget in the near future to get a better car? If so and can wait, then keep using your current Bezza if no major faults. The RV continue to be high even until 10 years old.

- your budget 50K does it include repairs, touchup if buy used car? I have a 2016 HR-V going into year 9 soon have set aside 5-6K. Also buying used car usually means taking over some problems fron current owner (hopefully not major accident or flood etc) so yoi need to get help to check very carefully if budget is tight.

- city drives (mostly alone?) can consider Ativa X 63K.
It is a JDM replica and well designed (exclude those over 5'10") with max torque coming in below 2000 rpm. Nippy acceleration in start stop city roads.  5 yr warranty peace of mind.
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not planning to increase much budget as I dont want to spend as much on car, but thanks for the insight about the Bezza RV.
yea, did set aside 2-3k expecting some repair work for a used car, now I know I have to expand the budget doh.gif
I did test drive last time, somehow I feel the interior is abit narrow to me, maybe because Bezza have a bigger windscreen compare to Ativa
illusion0130
post Jul 16 2024, 12:31 PM

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QUOTE(ssmui @ Jul 14 2024, 04:56 PM)
Need a car for city drive only? Mostly travel alone ?
Maybe can consider a new Myvi 1.5X, it costs RM50K ngam ngam
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Perodua is 2nd choice now since I'm inclined towards foreign car brand 😁 but also tempted to check out how's perodua car like in 2025... So just gonna wait and do my research
illusion0130
post Jul 17 2024, 11:16 PM

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QUOTE(zenix @ Jul 16 2024, 08:32 PM)

2019 Toyota Yaris - either a Vios or Yaris is a good choice because they're complete cars with very little drawbacks, however if you prefer SUV's then that is another case altogether. Comparing Vios to Yaris, I think the Yaris looks nicer and is more practical in terms of having to load stuff into the car.

2019 Subaru XV - if you looking for a C-segment size SUV which isn't basic then you can consider the XV, it is well appointed the interiors showing better class than B-segment SUV's like BRV or Rush. However, it is AWD so higher petrol bills but you have great grip when taking corners.

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Thanks, Vios and Yaris also under my consideration, is just that price wise Kia macam more worth it... thanks for that


QUOTE(lowyard @ Jul 17 2024, 05:11 PM)
May I know why you incline towards foreign car brand? Have you taken a ride/driven any recent perodua models?
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I think partly because I tried perodua and proton alrd, now I wanted to try something diff. I drove 2024 Ativa H before, somehow I feel the driving experience not like hugggee differnt from bezza apart of the height
illusion0130
post Jul 22 2024, 09:11 PM

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QUOTE(zenix @ Jul 22 2024, 04:17 PM)
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if u only consider purchase price of coz it is cheap
i mean i can buy a used bentley for 90k new it is 400k but i know the maintenance is going to be a killer.
I cant deny that in the beginning the price was the big reason, then slowly I realised there are much to consider as well, so thanks for pointing it out. Also your explanation to the other guy about c-segment maintenance which I started to aware after I joined and observe some of the cerato fb group. Guess I would have to relook at the 50k price range again then thumbsup.gif
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post Jul 26 2024, 09:38 PM

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QUOTE(zenix @ Jul 25 2024, 08:56 PM)
2015 Honda Civic FB 2.0 - this is the model before Civic Ketam, this is less appreciated because it doesn't have a Type-R brother and doesn't look as handsome and timeless as the FD. FD does look better but too many abused ones in the market and above 10 years old kinda hard to get a loan. I recommend this, this is the last Civic you can get with 2000cc engine after this the top spec comes with the 1.5 turbo, I'd recommend u take a proven 2000cc non-turbo engine. The gearbox is no CVT bullshit a proper 5 speed auto slushbox with good ratios.

2019 Proton Perdana 2.0 - buying this perdana is a sure way to get a cheap 8gen Honda Accord. Spare parts for this is still abundant unless you need specific Perdana bodypanels. You can get a decently new one for Bezza full spec money. It is a comfortable and pocket friendly D-segment sedan. Diamond in the rough only punters know how to get a good deal.
thanks so much, the Civic definitely look like the beast to me thumbup.gif
one last question, is there any good options for car around 1.6cc?
illusion0130
post Jul 28 2024, 02:52 PM

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QUOTE(dogbert_chew @ Jul 27 2024, 12:58 PM)
Brand new Persona 1.6liter RM48K
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already have a 2020 model at home thou... thats why I'm looking for foreign car brand alternative
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post Jul 29 2024, 11:35 PM

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thanks for all the info and suggestions, zenix & chew

 

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