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 Proton Suprima S V3, Slow Turbo.. Baru V3..

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Codyx
post Jun 8 2019, 12:19 AM

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Hi gais and sifus dear forumers.

im looking to purchase a used SS urgently.

Want to know any thing i should look at and any tips and hints about this model?
(i have read the FAQ section)

would much be appreciated if i can get any insight here.

currenty drove a neo cps and i kinna like the proton batch lotus variant.

Thanks!
Codyx
post Jun 10 2019, 05:13 PM

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QUOTE(TDUEnthusiast @ Jun 8 2019, 10:38 AM)
1. Service history

If previous owner followed the schedule given by Proton and didn't bother topping up for better engine oil, it may have sludge issues which can lead to turbo failure. Can be dealt with by cleaning everything out but still not recommended since you dont know how long the owner has been driving the car under such condition for. Check other important things too like cooling system condition, warranty history (oil cooler hose, fan harness, cvt damper, etc.

2. Gearbox condition

Most people dont know how drive a car with CVT gently off the line, and with Punch it's worse since there's a engagement delay due to it being clutch based. Some proton foreman that dont know how to fill the gearbox fluid to the correct level, which can reduce lifespan even more. You need to bring someone experienced for this.
If you urgently need a car, might not be a good choice since it requires an in depth analysis as quite a few things can go wrong with this car.
Trying to keep this car in a tip top condition can break your wallet, and parts don't last as long as expected, which is normal for Proton's own stuff.. Their service cost comparison vs competitor cars don't take into account when things break or how long parts last for, which when taken into account can get really expensive.
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Thanks for the in depth experienced review.

personally liked this model for some reason. also understood the upkeep for turbo and cvt engine.

Probably will acquire one and do light modification to exhaust downpipe to muffler. As spirited driver myself.

as I jump from a 2door to 4door. having "retired" to more formal requirement like fuel efficiency, handling, comfort and feature... not to forgets the proton throttle responses. JMHO.

I will take this review into my consideration.

Much appreciated!
Codyx
post Jun 18 2019, 08:51 PM

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QUOTE(acid_head @ Jun 11 2019, 02:52 PM)
And also take rattling sound into consideration.  My car have rattling sound everywhere until i have given up.
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I thought rattling sound is one of proton special features? hmm.gif
should be worried if its too quiet biggrin.gif biggrin.gif

drove proton since iswara...what rattling sound? brows.gif brows.gif

p/s: getting SS this month!
Codyx
post Jun 18 2019, 08:52 PM

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QUOTE(acid_head @ Jun 11 2019, 02:52 PM)
And also take rattling sound into consideration.  My car have rattling sound everywhere until i have given up.
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I thought rattling sound is one of proton special features? hmm.gif
should be worried if its too quiet biggrin.gif biggrin.gif

drove proton since iswara...what rattling sound? brows.gif brows.gif

p/s: getting SS this month!
Codyx
post Jun 24 2019, 10:05 PM

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Hi Guys,

can i have insight of your fuel consumption on full tank for SS?

How many KM can go for full tank.

Thanks in advance!

 

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