If you're interested in the gen2, try to get the 2005 above models (the ones with the two-tone dashboard), which is just rm2-3k higher than the 2004 batch. Better build quality, no door-handle getting stuck etc. Its a nice car though.

Waja is obviously cheaper, bigger and its 2nd hand value is lower coz its older. But beware if you get a lemon, chances are its going to rosak here and there.. Inspect properly before buying one.

what i meant was during the launching time

a 6-month waiting period for a premium model is considered as very short. standard waiting time varies from 9 - 12 months.

i know that cuz i bought one during that time.

now, myvi isn't that hot anymore since perodua announced the new KRM


edit: i must admit, despite waja's many weakness, it's very spacious and very comfortable to ride in. i own one and happy about it. the proton warranty puts my mind on ease since many parts have been replaced (nearly 2 yrs sudah - actuator rosak, isolator kong, front suspension bunyi, lock patah - all got free replacement)

This post has been edited by lucifah: Jan 23 2007, 10:42 PM

Are you single? Do you mind going for 2 doors hatchback? What about the Satria GTi? A used unit will cost you from RM20k+ to RM30k plus depend on age and condition. If not you can try to hunt for some good condition used 1.5/1.6 Wira.

What aboout the Power windows?Any problem with it?
Any suggestion where's the best place to look at all these cars?

if u are interested in waja, there's a waja thread in f&f. learn more about choosing the "least problematic waja batch"

obviously, pre-2004 waja are to be avoided at all cost. the 1.8 is a big no-no.

2004 and newer ones should be ok and have less probs with the power windows or door handles

I think most of the power windows problem has been rectified. Since this is so long ago. You can check more by reading this subforum there are plenty of threads also talking about waja.

Thanks,will check it out.

Btw,I happen to shop around the Giant in Kelana jaya.I saw a Hyundai Getz 2 doors fully imported for just RM43k plus OTR without insurans.

if intended to fetch many passengers AND many luggages at the same time : gen2/waja

if intended to fetch many passengers OR many luggages at the same time : savvy/myvi (can flip down rear seat for big size luggages, maybe it can fit the luggages which waja not able to fit into bcos of the rear bonnet)

That cheap? You sure?

I'll most probably go with either Gen2 or Waja.
So it would be great if more could help and give suggestion.
I'm open to more suggestions but prefer something similar to waja or Gen2.

go to lancer mx lor.. year 96./. 39k oni.. convert to evo 6 tm, sure meleleh lor!!!!!

Yeap.I do intend to fetch abt 3-4 passengers at times and travel frequently with luagages.

I'm pretty sure.

It's written there:

Hyundai Getz Fully Imported 2 doors
RM43,XXX*

*Price OTR without insurans

Anyhow,that;s an auto.
I;ve driven a Getz 1.3 Manual in Perth,power wise is ok.Spacious and plenty of leg room.

To maintain that car might be a headache lor.
Drink gasoline too.. Haha

Then the Getz is quite a steal for that price.

Like it says without insurance...with insurance you won't be paying that amount already =)

if i am not wrong...gen2 very makan minyak if u do city travel rite?....and waja is along the same line as well

but frankly speaking...if u wan spacious cabin...between these two models, i would go for waja....gen2 has a very tight space on the rear...and the roof towards the back is kinda low....making passengers that are slighty or big in size quite uncomfortable...as for the driver...u really nid to get used with the limited scope of view of the rear...i tried driving my sis's car....i couldnt see the rear of the car at all from the rear mirror...well maybe its just me

cheers

But the Satria GTi is a hot item for car thieves, right? For the spare parts?

I know, but does that stop anyone to buy cars such as Harrier, Storm, Frontier, Murano and etc that are most popular in car thieves list as well? For a budget of RM40k only, a good condition used unit of those is the most wise choice. The Satria/Wira are cheap and easy to maintain in the long run. Or else used Waja/Gen2/Perdana is the 2nd option which cost more.

If your considering satria then go for the new NEO then because so far I didn't hear much complaints about the NEO considering its from PROTON. Haha...

Don't have to get the H-LINE neo tho..manual one is good enough but the interior space would not fit your requirements.

But isnt that exceeded the 40k budget? Unless the TS still got some room for his financial budget and dont mind for another 10k extra.