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TSRDPD
post Jan 29 2007, 11:07 AM, updated 19y ago

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Hi guys,

I get offer from EON at Muar with discount of RM4500 for 2006 year car. Since recently a lot of places in Johor hit by flood, i'm concern if the car is placed at somewhere in Johor then hit by flood. Then may be they just service the engine and sell it to consumer. Is that possible? How to make sure that doesn't happen to me?

This will be my first time buying car. Any other thing i need to concern about?

Anyone in KL can give better offer? rclxm9.gif
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post Jan 29 2007, 11:19 AM

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wah...how to check for flood marks. That's new to me. I think you won't be able to check the engine much for flood marks coz they will surely clean the "exterior" up good. How about checking those tiny gaps which might still have some "leaves" from the flood...but if dun have also doesn't mean it never kena flood laugh.gif
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post Jan 29 2007, 12:02 PM

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you may check the warehouse that they keep the stock is the flood affected area?
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post Jan 29 2007, 12:07 PM

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QUOTE(mars2005 @ Jan 29 2007, 12:02 PM)
you may check the warehouse that they keep the stock is the flood affected area?
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How to check the warehouse they keep the stock? I don't think they'll tell us rite? Even if they tell, i doubt they'll tell us the truth. Thanks anyway.
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post Jan 29 2007, 12:21 PM

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I think you should buy something else rather than the Wira.
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post Jan 29 2007, 12:24 PM

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QUOTE(ei8ht @ Jan 29 2007, 12:21 PM)
I think you should buy something else rather than the Wira.
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Good suggestion but i have not enough money sweat.gif
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post Jan 29 2007, 12:36 PM

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1 thing i dont like about wira 1.5 auto..
there is only 3 gears... no OVERDRIVE

i'm driving WISE auto now... power not that much compared to manual
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post Jan 29 2007, 12:39 PM

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QUOTE(RDPD @ Jan 29 2007, 12:24 PM)
Good suggestion but i have not enough money  sweat.gif
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Maybe a used 1-2 year old WAJA which is cheap these days. Don't worry so much about the problems in a used car because new protons would always have problems anyway smile.gif
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post Jan 29 2007, 12:51 PM

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i suggest dont buy the car... later u'll come back complaining high fuel consumption... if u want, buy 1.5 manual or 1.6 auto.....
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post Jan 29 2007, 12:54 PM

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go for 1.5manual instead. cheaper maintenance. slightly more powerful
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post Jan 29 2007, 01:08 PM

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It's wasting time buying a new Wira or Proton irregardless of whatever model. From consumption problems to interior plastic sounds, drivetrain issues to low resale value.

Think twice before you get a Proton smile.gif
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post Jan 29 2007, 01:15 PM

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the brand.............
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post Jan 29 2007, 01:18 PM

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Used Proton = problem
New Proton = also problem

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post Jan 29 2007, 01:46 PM

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now new proton got 5 years waranty mahh...
so u are mostly covered then...
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post Jan 29 2007, 01:52 PM

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wow....be prepared for high fuel consumption and underpower.....1.5 Autos are well-known for its thirst for petrol and underpowered engine and high-rev engine due to its 3 speed trans......16" rims looks appealing but not practical coz its just a 1.5 car......throttle body is another headache issue...my friend just bought one,regreted.....i drive a Wira 1.6Auto 1993....power wise is not bad...FC is still not that good...throttle body is pain in the butt...... sweat.gif
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post Jan 29 2007, 01:54 PM

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QUOTE(gyny @ Jan 29 2007, 01:46 PM)
now new proton got 5 years waranty mahh...
so u are mostly covered then...
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wait a minute? 175,000km or 5years warranty?
1) you need to take longer repayment loan period !!
2) full service record required by Proton Edar.

i think u can calculate urself is it worth or not? rclxub.gif sweat.gif shakehead.gif rolleyes.gif

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post Jan 29 2007, 02:07 PM

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Thanks for all the advices. But due to certain reason, i'll still buy it.

Anyway, still waiting for help for my concern as posted previously,

QUOTE(RDPD @ Jan 29 2007, 11:07 AM)
Hi guys,

I get offer from EON at Muar with discount of RM4500 for 2006 year car. Since recently a lot of places in Johor hit by flood, i'm concern if the car is placed at somewhere in Johor then hit by flood. Then may be they just service the engine and sell it to consumer. Is that possible? How to make sure that doesn't happen to me?

This will be my first time buying car. Any other thing i need to concern about?

Anyone in KL can give better offer?  rclxm9.gif
Thanks
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post Jan 29 2007, 02:30 PM

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this is wat i've found after some "googling":

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Top 7 Tips to Help You Avoid Buying a Flood Damaged Car
From Dale Wickell,

Most flood damaged cars, trucks and SUVs are sent to a salvage yard, but some are cleaned up and put into the auto market where they'll be bought by unsuspecting buyers who think they're getting a great deal.
Water leaves lasting damage. Electrical and mechanical components will probably fail early. Mold and mildew aren't easy to eradicate. Any remaining warranty is voided. Be on the lookout for these cars even if you don't live in a flooded area, because dishonest people move them around.


1) Look for Moisture and Dirt
Look for beads of trapped moisture within the dome light and other lights. Open the glove compartment, console and trunk and inspect them for any sign of dampness or the gritty dirt that's leftover from a flood. Look under the hood for accumulated dirt or signs of rust. Don't forget to slide your hand under the seats to check for signs of moisture.

2) Take a Sniff
Do you smell a sour, mildewy-like odor? Soaked seats, carpeting and other components are difficult to dry in a hurry, so there's plenty of time for mold and mildew to grow, especially if the flood occurred in a hot and humid location.
You might notice other odors associated with the location where the vehicle was flooded, such as the fuel and oil that spilled into flood waters after Hurricane Katrina

3) Look for New or Mismatched Interior Components
Does the carpeting look brand new--too new for the vehicle? Is it mismatched? Do seat covers seem out of place with the carpeting? Components that don't match-up might have been changed in a hurry after the vehicle was pulled from flood waters.

[/b]4) Get a Vehicle History Report from Carfax[/b]
Enter the vehicle's VIN number to get a history report. Carfax does a great job of researching a vehicle's background, but a clean slate is not a 100% guarantee that the car or truck hasn't suffered water damage.
Look for signs that the car has recently been titled in multiple states, a clue that the owners are attempting to clean up a negative notation on the title, such as salvaged or totaled, by shuffling it into and out of areas where damage disclosures differ or don't exist.


5) Turn it On and Go for a Drive
Turn the car on and check every electrical system possible, including the exterior and interior lights, the gauges, the clock and the audio system and the dash lights that display air bag and seat belt information. Go for a drive and test electrical components again to make sure they work correctly.

6) Let Your Technician Examine the Vehicle
Take the vehicle to a technician you trust and ask for a thorough examination. Experienced auto technicians see evidence of flood damage more often than most individuals do, so they know exactly what to look for.
If the vehicle still has a new car warranty, the warranty is void if your dealer finds evidence of flood damage--even if the damage is not listed on the title.


7) Don't Take a Chance
If you suspect a car or truck has been involved in a flood, walk away from it... quickly, even if it appears to be a deal. The money you save on its purchase price will fade away fast when you start replacing components that fail and aren't covered by a new car or extended warranty. Don't chance it. Find a car or truck you can depend on.

*some tips may not be usable due to the article is from a US site.
*article extracted from: http://trucks.about.com/od/autobuying/tp/flooded_cars.htm
best of luck in getting a near-perfect car.

cheers.
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post Jan 29 2007, 03:48 PM

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don buy the car...its a PROTON
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post Jan 29 2007, 04:10 PM

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QUOTE(steamboat @ Jan 29 2007, 03:48 PM)
don buy the car...its a PROTON
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sense of racist here......


but why risk urself to buy car at johor?

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