therock Supersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 (edited) My own takePhase I Aim - who drives the car, what's the purpose (eg, fetch kids, mum or personal vehicle) & Budget - most important, how much do I want to spend, now not some nominal sum, but what I feel I can afford, and if I want something nice, will it fit, and does it make sense Phase II Research - what's out there, what is nearing the end of it's lifespan, what are the got to have features etc Reliability issues, safety, maintainence Phase III Walk the ground - showroom time! To avoid too much confusion, avoid considering more than 5, max 10 cars. And choose the type first, i.e. MPV, SUV, sedan etc Test drive: Understand that most of time, we aren't going to be like Top Gear, so things like ergonomics, comfort, economy etc matter more than handling under severe conditions Test the handles, switches etc and of course easy egress - my mum is the gold standard. If she can climb in, and she feels comfortable, that's the car. Phase IV Showtime with the sales rep! My rule of thumb: Never buy from a chio lady... I might go nuts and buy something I shouldn't - ha ha Understand the black and white - what are the features, maintenance costs, pricing, COE amount, bidding process Phase V Financing, speaking to the banker etc Phase VI Do the deed Then wait for the car, and enjoy Edited January 11, 2017 by therock ↡ Advertisement 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Club21z 4th Gear January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 Buy car got so detail de ah. Below 100k, manual transmission, hatchback. Hyundai accent. Nv even test drive Nissan note/ Honda jazz. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinobii Hypersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 I see SE chio. then I buy the car. :) Like that u very busy leh, most of the SE all Chio de 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
flashbang Turbocharged January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 First set budget, then check sgcarmart see what's available. Do a lot of internet research, read reviews, watch youtube. By the time reach the showroom, 99% intend to buy it liao. Next time I will try to go down more showrooms so that can have some activity to do on weekends and give SE things to do 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soya Supersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 walk into showroom ask what's nett nett nett price until cows come home sign deposit with credit card 2 weeks later got the car quite straight forward leh you mean got other process? Got. Buy oredi den cum into MCF ask for opinion. Dun like what they hear, get angry. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
therock Supersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 Hey Buying a car isn't like buay chai... there's a lot more emotion and passion. You buy the veggie, cook and eat it Most people will enjoy the buying process and want validation of their decision. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1fast1 Supersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 limpeh have $$ limpeh buy! next Best. Answer. Ever. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nzy Twincharged January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 Set budget, decide whether I want second hand or new, look for cars within budget that can fit my whole family in. Shortlist those that meet my criteria and see which one gives the best value. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soya Supersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 limpeh have $$ limpeh buy! next No wonder ppl say u change car like change underwear. The process u mentioned is exactly how I buy underwear.....LOL 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soya Supersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 Hey Buying a car isn't like buay chai... there's a lot more emotion and passion. You buy the veggie, cook and eat it Most people will enjoy the buying process and want validation of their decision. Only reason I can think of if ppl need to seek validation from strangers in a forum is becoz of buyers remorse 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mersaylee Supersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 No wonder ppl say u change car like change underwear. The process u mentioned is exactly how I buy underwear.....LOL Pwah! GTI! Middlescence hit huh? When are you going for a topless? And I mean convertible... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soya Supersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 Pwah! GTI! Middlescence hit huh? When are you going for a topless? And I mean convertible...Second car lah dey. Still got my trusty SUV for family duties Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lausai88 Hypersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 lim-ma, budget very tight, have to monitor COE trend every 2 weeks, pray for it to drop to <$10 waited many many years, until now still cannot afford to buy my dream car 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadX Moderator January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 No wonder ppl say u change car like change underwear. The process u mentioned is exactly how I buy underwear.....LOL nb u no money u no buy undies ah...lol Only reason I can think of if ppl need to seek validation from strangers in a forum is becoz of buyers remorse exactly!!!! cannot agree more. It's your damn $$$ for goodness sake. You took the plunge, you decide, you buy! wtf u come to a forum asking if good lah, mother can sit lah, dog can sit lah....for crying out loud, you are the one buying it. Seek solace for wat f? We see less of these, but still have those insecure pricks who venture here off and on and EXPECT others to sing to their tune. Tell them bad thing, they emo..... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mersaylee Supersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 Second car lah dey. Still got my trusty SUV for family duties Ohhh....you chiong 二奶 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinobii Hypersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 nb u no money u no buy undies ah...lol exactly!!!! cannot agree more. It's your damn $$$ for goodness sake. You took the plunge, you decide, you buy! wtf u come to a forum asking if good lah, mother can sit lah, dog can sit lah....for crying out loud, you are the one buying it. Seek solace for wat f? We see less of these, but still have those insecure pricks who venture here off and on and EXPECT others to sing to their tune. Tell them bad thing, they emo..... Uncle 2day grouchy ah Doggie very guai leh Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wind30 Turbocharged January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 nb u no money u no buy undies ah...lol exactly!!!! cannot agree more. It's your damn $$$ for goodness sake. You took the plunge, you decide, you buy! wtf u come to a forum asking if good lah, mother can sit lah, dog can sit lah....for crying out loud, you are the one buying it. Seek solace for wat f? We see less of these, but still have those insecure pricks who venture here off and on and EXPECT others to sing to their tune. Tell them bad thing, they emo..... Err... this a a car forum, dun talk about car talk what?? Come to think of it, 99% of my posts here are non car related.... only when my car give problems or buying car then I read the car posts.... but seriously, it does help reading this forum before buying. I found out two pretty useful facts which I did not know one week ago. Cevs affect your parf and government might tweak diesel tax soon. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enye Hypersonic January 11, 2017 Share January 11, 2017 so complicated de...no wonder i have been taking public transport for the last 11+ years ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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