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alexei
post Sep 14 2023, 09:38 AM

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QUOTE(MegaCanonF @ Sep 13 2023, 04:01 PM)
Let say, from Lancer/ Honda/ Mazda,

back to national car like P1 and P2

do  you feel the refinement gone? can you live with so? (Some might have no choice as to how their wallet is currently)

just want to know your thoughts
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I drove P1 and P2 only so far - satria, kenari, kancil, exora bold, and I don't mind any of these, main car being the Exora, whenever I use the smaller ones, I can actually feel the bliss of using them... main reason, the clunky CVT on the Exora can be a pain but I'm compromising about that

truth is, I've been in other cars as well, long term co-ownership, or just pinjam kawan, or test drive...
Honda, Suzuki, Pug, Audi, BMW, Merc, Toyota, Mazda etc... I do not buy those refinements, or rather cannot, not with my hard earned money... sometimes, I get used to the refinement and they I can live with or without it

what I need now - parking camera, cruise control, and a bluetooth capable player, turbo would be nice to keep the engine rev low, and misting type windshield spray (instead of the jet type)

I don't want these: lane assist, departure alert, automatic wiper, adjustable headlights, ultra expensive LED headlamps, steering with too many control buttons, etc etc...

a car is just a car, and dream cars remain better as a wallpapers, and my dream car changes, I used to like the new Harrier, and that's fading away now

tend to be more tolerant to issues and worse NVH, because we know "it's like that one", but when u drive a higher end car, you may feel something is wrong and the urge to fix it; simple example: arm bush loosen - P1/P2, I'll just think "ok, later get it checked" and keep going

QUOTE(Voopoo @ Sep 13 2023, 04:08 PM)
sounds like part of you want to change your car and also lower your commitment. it all depends on what you want and how you want others to perceive you (status).
i wouldnt mind getting a proton S50, been driving a honda since i got my license 25 years ago because at my age, i dont really care anymore, i would wan to have more disposable income to do whatever i want and not be tied down with commitments.
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QUOTE(holyleonard @ Sep 13 2023, 04:08 PM)
conclusion is cheap car that doesn't break down often is enough. Spend your money making memories with family better.
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