Slinky Neutral Newbie December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 (edited) I'd still go for Mazda cars for their good handling, solid chasis, good suspension and great looks. Afterall, they're still made in Japan. I don't really have confidence in our Thai neighbours. Also, Hondas and Mitsubishi cars don't appeal to me in any way. We used to own the older model 323 and it was a good car with superb handling. As for power, low end is not so good but at mid range, the engine makes a good roar and power is pretty good. Anyway, what's most important is you test drive the car and decide for yourself what you like best. I wouldn't pay so much attention to what others say as everyone has different expectations and standards. Edited December 19, 2004 by Slinky ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supermario Neutral Newbie December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 The OMV will hit you when you sell before 10 years. In 2-3 years' time, facelift model will be out, hitting your resale price. In 3-5 years' time, the resale value will be scrap value + some peanuts. This is when you'll suffer from the low OMV and extremely high markup by dealer. ================================================================================ = Doesnt that apply to all new cars? Anyway, OMV for Civic for eg is 18k, 2k above basic MZ3. How much diffrerence will it make? Wont that happen to all cars again? New Civic will be out soon, and surely current CIvic will get hit. Also, if wanna talk about resale value, conti cars would be even worse hit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mtoh Neutral Newbie December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 i see quite few ads letting MZ3 sports all around Mar/Apr 04 car, why dun check it out. maybe u can get a good price. Then sports was 85k, now 78k, maybe u can try asking 70k ?? or less.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mzrmazda3 6th Gear December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 (edited) Mazda 3 is a good choice if you don't 'Hiam' the slower pickup & average FC (Not that i'm going to own one soon so as to "Lau Wang Mai Gua, Zi Mai Zi Kua'. Currently, Mazda 3 basic is @ $ 73,988.00, it's consider quite a good buy as it is made in Japan, better interior looks as well as exterior looks as compare to the other 1.6L class currently IMHO. Handling wise is up to individual. Every Jap car will have facelift within the range of 2-3 years definately so if you really think so hard in this way, then you might as well 'Mai Buey Chia', take bus cos you don't have to worry about "FACELIFT" thus affecting your resale value. Some accessories will be sun film,chrome exhaust tip (For Basic, it doesn't comes with)... and take note that $73,988.00 is before the interest rebate thingy. If you need a good SE, i can recommend mine to you cos i think he's really a good one unlike those is just interested to get you sign the bottom line & hack care you after that. Above are just my opinion so no offence to anyone. Cheers. Edited December 19, 2004 by Mzrmazda3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Normal_aspirated Clutched December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 the toyota will roll like crazy...whereas I can speed up to 60-70 km/h without braking on my stock mazda 323 Absolutely ... Mazda, a jap car with "conti feel".......... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Neutral Newbie December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 "Mazda, a jap car with "conti feel".......... " Mazda is a japanese car with a japanese feel. Sorry to disappoint dude. Not one Mazda I know has a "Conti Feel" in terms of NVH, ride or interior goodies. Nope, not even close. Maybe Legacy folks or those that have tested it can comment? It seems to be the only one that looks rather promising. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Neutral Newbie December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 I'd still go for Mazda cars for their good handling, solid chasis, good suspension and great looks. Afterall, they're still made in Japan. I don't really have confidence in our Thai neighbours. Also, Hondas and Mitsubishi cars don't appeal to me in any way. We used to own the older model 323 and it was a good car with superb handling. As for power, low end is not so good but at mid range, the engine makes a good roar and power is pretty good. Anyway, what's most important is you test drive the car and decide for yourself what you like best. I wouldn't pay so much attention to what others say as everyone has different expectations and standards. A little correction, don't mislead others ah... its not good handling lah... its just reasonable. the chassis is solid though, tested and proven many times. as for the roar, that's because the sound proofing is next to non-existent. as for power, any 1.6 manual has power when you step hard hard. You velly biased hor. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Neutral Newbie December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 Speaking of facelift... What's cooking in Mazda Japan's production line does not equate to what's served up in Singapore. Everyone says the Mazda6 MPS is coming. Ya the bodykit is coming as a facelift for the Mazda6, NOT THE CAR. Not the 4WD turbo thingy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Neutral Newbie December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 Yupz! But US version should be 2.0/2.3L right? Singapore's only 1.6L... there're a couple of PI-ed 2.3 Mazda3s running around. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
King 1st Gear December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 haven sleep? 1 2 go for a spin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Neutral Newbie December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 No la, just came back from W.dinner. This month I kena many many many many summons. Next month another few more... Later going to get some 50% discount petrol. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
King 1st Gear December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 what time?i stay so near the 50%,u can come fetch me... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Neutral Newbie December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 You sure you interested in 0300-0400 timings? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
King 1st Gear December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 better not. i need to wake at 6am for work next time Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Neutral Newbie December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 Heehee. Okay. Bedtime. ZZZZzzzzzzzzzz...... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkLord 1st Gear December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 Sign up for Mazda Club Singapore forum and check out the information provided by the owners there http://www.mazdaclubsg.org/forum/index.php I am not the one who can afford MZ3 lahz! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkLord 1st Gear December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 Hi guys, i am considering buying Mazda 3 basic model. any feedback abt the car? And is there any assessories that 1 could ask fr them? Thanks think thrice....about buying the M3... Dude, "M3" and "MZ3" got a lot of difference horz... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkLord 1st Gear December 19, 2004 Share December 19, 2004 how come the poll options dun have "none of the above" ? Dude, people buying car.... Not us lahz... We got our ride liaoz... Unless you are thinking of changing? ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In NowRelated Discussions
Related Discussions
RAM/MicroSD issues
RAM/MicroSD issues
Buying a Consignment Car
Buying a Consignment Car
Even after $60k in vet bills and going into debt, S’pore couple couldn’t save their dog
Even after $60k in vet bills and going into debt, S’pore couple couldn’t save their dog
Checklist: Things to look out for when buying a place
Checklist: Things to look out for when buying a place
Stuffs to avoid buying
Stuffs to avoid buying
Buying $ usd good investment?
Buying $ usd good investment?
Buying Sedan vs SUV
Buying Sedan vs SUV
Thinking of buying MErc C180
Thinking of buying MErc C180