You can get a very good dashcam (ddpai/70mai) for around rm500~600. Look around during sales.

Personally i'm using ddpai z40, so far no issues (1yr+)

depends on your budget.... i think around 500+ can get a decent enough one already. Personally I prefer capacitor dashcam compared to battery type. These are slightly more expensive but more reliable under high heat. Can check out DDPAI Z50, Viofo A129 series if your budget limited

I'm deciding if wanting to spend more for Viofo A229 plus / pro

This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Aug 15 2024, 05:20 PM

Actually I prefer those without display screen. Looks sleek. But not sure if it worth spending so much on function that I would not use (parking mode).

And yeah I also prefer the one that using capacitor instead of batteries. Will try to do more research before I decide.

Viofo A229 seems like a good option. Reasonable price. And 2k rear cam instead of normal full HD. Only thing I don’t like is the size. But most likely I could accept the size since it would be hidden behind the rear view mirror

This post has been edited by blanket84: Aug 15 2024, 05:25 PM

Checkout ddpai mola n3 pro. No screen and cheaper too.

Using the USB slot in front. Didn't hardwire it scared affects warranty.

the main thing about A229 is its using latest Sony IMX675 sensor aka Starvis 2. Most dashcams except some flagship is still on Starvis 1

Viofo dashcam generally not that big, considered small already compared to other flagship dashcams

you dont want display screen because of the design itself or you worry it will just remain on? Viofo actually got settings to put the display to sleep after certain time, so most of the time it will remain off actually until you wake it

This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Aug 15 2024, 07:31 PM

Too cheap also don't want. Scared it would not be reliable when needed.

Nothing to do with the function of the screen. It's just I don't like the look. But after few hours of researching, I came to conclusion that Viofo A229 plus or pro is the value for money buy. If anything better, I would be paying for function that I would not be using.

Applied your loan already? What's your amount, tenure and rate you got?

I went with the viofo vs1 as I like things kept simple. Single channel, supercap, screenless, above average image quality. Checks all the boxes for me.

Chassis and engine number assigned. Now just wait loan approval

How do you check ya? The link i received only mentioned about booking info.

Edit: Found already. Need to proceed to mazda connect portal for further details. Mine also assigned with engine & chassis number already. Yesterday signed loan my SA said the car is now in Padang Jawa already.

This post has been edited by blanket84: Aug 18 2024, 11:45 AM

correct, as soon SA key in your booking then should have details already

enjoy your new ride! I will probably received mine on the first or second weekend of September if all goes well

This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Aug 18 2024, 12:27 PM

thats fast. i thought they would wait for your loan approval before getting the car for you.

Maybe because its ready stock for my colour and spec, and SA is confident I'll get my loan approved

This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Aug 18 2024, 02:00 PM

Taobao shopping as preparation for car delivery in 2 weeks time 😂

Getting the black grille cover since I'm going for chrome delete mod

Mud guards and the rear wheel arc cover

Color matching key cover

And some other interior accessories



This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Aug 26 2024, 12:04 AM

That's a long shopping list..

I have just collected my car this afternoon.

Tomorrow going to send for PPF.

Getting used to the brake would probably take some time.

there's some more from lazada and shopee

Congrats on your new ride. Added to owner's list on first page. Share some pics after done PPF

tbh after 2 different test drive sessions, I don't really feel or understand the issue many people had with the brake is it the longer travel distance for the pedal?

Officially a Matsuda Fanboi Didn’t get a good composition of the the car since I was in hurry, scared the neighbours see me taking photo of a new car

The brake feels lack of action, making you feel like you need to press harder to stop. Not worry though since it has auto braking.

Wah u have the latest facelift Mazda 2 also? The B segment that everyone says its overpriced (tbh it kinda is)

I read somewhere Mazda intentionally design the brake that way so it gives a more gradual feeling instead of a sudden stopping feel which will throw the occupants forward. But then I never found any official statement from Mazda about this, could be just salesman talk. In the end its just something to get used to which won't be an issue eventually

This post has been edited by ZeneticX: Aug 27 2024, 06:05 PM

Yeah the overpriced car. Got mine pre-owned though at 750km mileage, 4.5 years warranty and 15k "discount". At the price I bought, it is miles better than its competitor, and the most important thing is that the interior and its drivability are much much better than the cars in its segment.

Not the latest facelift though. This one is the 2020 facelift. A very rare car . The latest facelift is the 2023/2024 which comes with sportier look with black seats and red stitching. This one comes with blue leather seats. Prefer this one over the new one, so I bought Bermaz pre-owned instead earlier this year since they no longer have brand new stock.

Yeah I read the same about CX-30 brake and well aware of its behaviour even before I made the booking. It's just a matter of getting used to it.

This post has been edited by blanket84: Aug 27 2024, 06:18 PM