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i bo liao notice something for some reason but long live SGCM/MCF!

Fabulous-x having promotion for servicing, check it out at sgcarmart - articles page. http://www.sgcarmart.com/news/index.php

The local car mag 'REV' (or something like that) carries articles on car mods (actual mods on real local cars?). I am wondering whether those mods are legal / LTA-friendly?... the way the writers put it seems these mods are legal.... not sure myself.

The economic outlook may be uncertain but investing in quality companies with good growth potential and reasonable valuations can still prove rewarding, says Mr. Hugh Young, Managing Director of Aberdeen Asset Management Asia Limited. U.S. may experience a double dip recession As rare as double-dip recessions may be (with only one occurrence since World War II), Mr. Young feels that investors should not be complacent about the risk of a recurrence. "Western governments have pumped a lot of money into their economies, and the effects of that seem to be wearing off," he observes. Economies may not necessarily slow to the levels seen during the recent financial crisis, though. "I doubt it will come to that, but economies will certainly start slowing down again as recovery tapers off and possibly one or two will go into a recession," says Mr. Young. The West is vulnerable, due to its huge unemployment issues and deflated consumer power. This ultimately will have a knock-on effect on Asian economies. Europe doesn

30% 'discount' on your next car purchase? Possible, given that car prices have fallen despite the cutback in COE supply. We check out some of the best bargains. Tue, Mar 10, 2009 The Straits Times BMW 320i Info: 2-litre inline-4, 6-speed auto, 156bhp, 0-100kmh in 9.8secs Why buy: This is probably the most sought-after 'upgrade' car among folks who have driven mainly 'bread-and-butter' cars. And at $110,000, why not? The price includes a higher trade-in price for your existing car. Agent: Performance Motors Price now: $110,000 Price before: $140,000 SAVINGS: $30,000 (21 per cent) Lexus LS460 Info: 4.6-litre V8, 8-speed auto, 380bhp, 0-100kmh in 5.7secs Why buy: It is still the quietest limousine, the only one with an eight-speed transmission and is exceptionally swift and comfortable. Now, it is also by far the least expensive. Agent: Borneo Motors Price now: $250,000 (the nearest offer) Price before: $298,000 SAVINGS: At least $48,000 (16 per cent) Renault Megane 1.6M Info: 1.6-litre inline-4, 5-speed manual, 110bhp, 0-100kmh in 11.1secs Why buy: A decently sized Continental family sedan with a Japanese price tag. True, the Megane may be getting on in years, but it is still a spacious carrier with creditable ride and handling. Agent: Wearnes Automotive Price now: $50,999 Price before: $63,000 SAVINGS: $12,001 (19 per cent) Mercedes-Benz E200 Info: 1.8-litre supercharged inline-4, 5-speed auto, 184bhp, 0-100kmh in 9.4secs Why buy: The quintessential towkay car, a status symbol and a workhorse. A 1.8-litre engine means relatively low running cost and road tax. It has the highest open market value among its peers. Agent: Cycle & Carriage Price now: $150,000 Price before: $175,000 SAVINGS: $25,000 (14 per cent) Hyundai Avante 1.6A Info: 1.6-litre inline-4, 4-speed auto, 121bhp, 0-100kmh in 12.2secs Why buy: The weak Korean won has made this modestly equipped Corolla-sized 1.6-litre sedan more affordable than ever. If you can drive a stick shift, the manual version is only $38,499. Agent: Komoco Price now: $40,499 Price before: $55,000 SAVINGS: $14,501(26 per cent) BMW 520i Info: 2-litre inline-4, 6-speed auto, 156bhp, 0-100kmh in 10.6secs Why buy: In the 1990s, you could get only a Nissan Cefiro or Honda Accord for $130,000. The 520i is an entry-level model. The 156bhp four-cylinder engine may be modest but still does a convincing job of sounding and hauling like a BMW. The actual transaction price is not listed. Instead, BMW's agent is offering to subsidise monthly instalments. If you do not wish to take up the plan, the savings can be converted into a discount. Agent: Performance Motors Price now: $130,000 Price before: $155,000 SAVINGS: $25,000 (16 per cent) Toyota Prius Info: 1.5-litre 76bhp inline-4 with 67hp electric motor, continuously variable transmission, 0-100kmh in 10.9secs Why buy: Save the Earth, save money. This petrol-electric hybrid is the most frugal five- seater of its size. It returns 17 to 20km per litre of petrol. Agent: Borneo Motors Price now: $77,988 Price before: $89,388 SAVINGS: $11,400 (13 per cent) Ford S-Max Info: 2.3-litre inline-4, 6-speed auto, 161bhp, 0-100kmh in 10.7secs Why buy: Thanks to the weakened euro and firmer yen, this well-equipped, solidly built seven-seater is being considered by folks who previously shopped exclusively Japanese. It is also more pleasurable to drive than most Japanese MPVs. Agent: Regent Motors Price now: $84,000 Price before: $119,000 SAVINGS: $35,000 (29 per cent) Suzuki Swift 1.3A Info: 1.3-litre inline-4, 4-speed auto, 92bhp, 0-100kmh in 13.7secs Why buy: This is still one of the cheapest and most driveable small hatchbacks in town. Despite the yen having risen by about 25 per cent from a year ago, this little number has become a lot less expensive. Agent: Champion Motors Price now: $44,500 Price before: $54,400 SAVINGS: $9,900 (18 per cent) [AsiaOne says: This car is also one of the top three winners for AsiaOne's People Choice Awards 2008 in the budget car category. Read more about it here.] Note: The 'offers' listed may vary, depending on factors such as whether you have a car to trade in, the size of the loan you are taking up and, often, your bargaining skills. Price before refers to the price a year ago.

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