mycarforum: 2014 Mazda 3 part 12

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Bro, can check out Citreon ...�

Thats my fav before Mazda ... they were letting go their demo car so discount is quite good and the build quality is way better than Mazda.

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If I am only interested in small car, I will look at their DS3 $99k.

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reliability of citroen will be like your fiat. french cars bleed your badly like an Italian car. the only European car worth buying is those from germany. at least they are much more reliable. Nothing still can beat a Japanese in terms of reliability. but Toyota and Honda are still ahead of the pack. i had a mazda before. lot of nice gadgets and features, you really get a lot for your money... but unfortunately reliability sucks for a Japanese car. mazda always has more unique cars and very nice features. i admire them for their innovation, but somehow they cannot get the reliability right. they part prices are also much higher. but this could be due to the lower volumes and the the agent marking up prices.

Haha... you are right about M3 haters in this forum, which I thot was meant for M3 lovers, owners or would be owners.

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Maybe they may not be haters, but just envious. Or, its their job to do, to hate M3 to frighten away M3 buyers. Well, I think its pretty obvious who they are.

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Hope sgMazdaClub is better, for sure the US/UK Mazda forums are better.�

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Due to a personal reason, maybe collection next week.

My SE more kan chiong than me.

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I know there are some haters here but here's my 2 cents worth.

Mazda is a relatively "small"company compared to Honda and Toyota.

SO, I dont expect them to be like anything like the Big 2 except for service.

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I chose Mazda becos I love the look on the actual Mazda 3 (I hated the picture) ... until I drove it ... and then I lust it.

Shouldnt have test drove the car, regret. Hahaha. ..

Coming from FIAT, you will know that my tolerance for faults is incredibly high ... and we dont give a hootenanny for specs.�

You should also know that the feel and thrill of the ride is the most important to me too ... and my gosh ... the look of the actual car is so sexy, my scorpion blood was boiling when I touched / drove her for the 1st time.

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MY SE is an unker, just like me, and we talk like men.

So we are very frank with one another and we use 3 letters words all the time.

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Thanks for asking Bro ..�

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reliability of citroen will be like your fiat. french cars bleed your badly like an Italian car. the only European car worth buying is those from germany. at least they are much more reliable. Nothing still can beat a Japanese in terms of reliability. but Toyota and Honda are still ahead of the pack. i had a mazda before. lot of nice gadgets and features, you really get a lot for your money... but unfortunately reliability sucks for a Japanese car. mazda always has more unique cars and very nice features. i admire them for their innovation, but somehow they cannot get the reliability right. they part prices are also much higher. but this could be due to the lower volumes and the the agent marking up prices.

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I currently own a Honda. Had 2 Mazdas and a Toyota before.

Got no reliability issues with all of them.
But I must say Mazda engine not refined compared to Honda and Toyota. FC also lose out but handling was the best of the lot. Honda pick up excellent, Toyota is quiet and refined. Just my 2 cents.

Sometime,there are people still like small car with a bigger engine,like Mercedes Benz C-class AMG & BMW M3,but they costed higher than the based model S-class & 7 series...

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dont compare luxury market buyer with b&B market buyer... [:p]

There is also very few Rolls Royce Phantom and Porshe 918 spyder too�

Dont compare luxury cars and bnb cars. The reason for very few rolls royce and porsche its because of the price.

When toyota altis price are higher than mazda 3, toyota still sell more.
Right now altis almost same price than mazda 3 what do you think of the sales figure.

One forummer mention before hise friend bought altis can get the car faster than if he were to buy the m3 because the SE told him that m3 "selling like hot cake".
But in actual fact more altis are sold than M3.

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I currently own a Honda. Had 2 Mazdas and a Toyota before.

Got no reliability issues with all of them.
But I must say Mazda engine not refined compared to Honda and Toyota. FC also lose out but handling was the best of the lot. Honda pick up excellent, Toyota is quiet and refined. Just my 2 cents.

Totally agreed with your on your fundamental onservations although i have not driven any mazda models but the truth with toyota and honda. Honda engine is so creamy smooth ... and yo vtec ....

Dont compare luxury cars and bnb cars. The reason for very few rolls royce and porsche its because of the price.

When toyota altis price are higher than mazda 3, toyota still sell more.
Right now altis almost same price than mazda 3 what do you think of the sales figure.

One forummer mention before hise friend bought altis can get the car faster than if he were to buy the m3 because the SE told him that m3 "selling like hot cake".
But in actual fact more altis are sold than M3.

Then why are we seeing more new MB than japanese car now? Just asking since you seems to know a lot about the car market.

Edited by Variablefeedback, 17 September 2014 - 01:42 PM.

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dont compare luxury market buyer with b&B market buyer...

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Base S-class and BMW 7 series B&B cars? wahahah ....� [gorgeous]

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reliability of citroen will be like your fiat. french cars bleed your badly like an Italian car. the only European car worth buying is those from germany. at least they are much more reliable. Nothing still can beat a Japanese in terms of reliability. but Toyota and Honda are still ahead of the pack. i had a mazda before. lot of nice gadgets and features, you really get a lot for your money... but unfortunately reliability sucks for a Japanese car. mazda always has more unique cars and very nice features. i admire them for their innovation, but somehow they cannot get the reliability right. they part prices are also much higher. but this could be due to the lower volumes and the the agent marking up prices.

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Yar, maybe you are right on the money there.

My Fiat starts to show its age after 7 years 160,000km.

Neither own any of the rest of the other brands so all hearsay from friends for me,�

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For Citreon, I am only worry about their active suspension but when I check KONI (I am a fan of KONI FSD dampers), they have replacement for CITREON so non issue.

And the new Citreon is very sexy too ... IMHO.

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New Alfa Romeo is a no-no as the plastic/rubbery parts inside the car will turn sticky in our climate ... and I park in open carpark.

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The workmanship in a Chevrolet Cruze SW is not up to standard, IMHO but quite a looker and a lot of car for the $$.

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NO B&B car from OPEL.

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No VW and their 7DSG.

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NO exciting new Fiat car too ...�

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Honda material in the new CITY and CIVIC is also not very fantastic but resale value sure solid as they will be perceive as so.�

And common lah HONDA, what the hell happen to the CIVIC?

So many HONDA fans are disappointed or is it you are distancing CIVIC from the sport series you are launching?

Keep your fans inform lah ...�

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Toyota ... well a true B&B car, hard to swallow for me (the look) but the new ALTIS is quite a looker.

FT-86 promo at S$130k is a killer.....

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So, for 2014 and maybe even for 2015, l will recommend ppl to buy ALTIS. Looks good and solid resale value.

VIOS seems overpriced in comparison to Altis, imho.

Edited by Variablefeedback, 17 September 2014 - 02:16 PM.

Dont compare luxury cars and bnb cars. The reason for very few rolls royce and porsche its because of the price.

When toyota altis price are higher than mazda 3, toyota still sell more.
Right now altis almost same price than mazda 3 what do you think of the sales figure.

One forummer mention before hise friend bought altis can get the car faster than if he were to buy the m3 because the SE told him that m3 "selling like hot cake".
But in actual fact more altis are sold than M3.

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No way Mazda can out sell Toyota lah... Thats a fact. Toyota is no 1 WW, no 1 in US, dunno abt china. Anyway, the base is huge, many more models. Mazda is a small company with small base in comparison.�

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I believe your SE comment was pertaining to M3 within Mazda lah. I was told the same too about the huge orders, which is yet reflected in the delivery, which they claimed has shipment issues. I was lucky enough to get mine before that.

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Before this new M3 launch, the SEs were eating grass.�

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FT-86 promo at S$130k is a killer.....

Is it they selling the Toyota 86 at $130k? That's cheap!!

Totally agreed with your on your fundamental onservations although i have not driven any mazda models but the truth with toyota and honda. Honda engine is so creamy smooth ... and yo vtec ....

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Yeah...I driven CRX targa top, Odyssey ... both every solid engine. Smooth & when Vtec kicks in powerful though noisy, but thats fine to give driver feeling of power & surge. Odyssey had power steering pump problem, starter dead after 8 yrs, & them the gearbox start to go crazy on the 9th. CRX clutch gone, rotor, brake problems after 4 years.

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Driven Camry before, smooth engine too, a good day to day car, though I feel the body pretty hollow & usually hold back from the gas & at corners. Steer feel not so good, like on a boat sometimes.

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Driven 626, MPV, MX5 ... 626 had mounting issues & also felt gearbox not very smooth after 5 years. Then the MPV, a huge & heavy machine, gas drinker, dare not go fast on corners. MX5 was a great car. Engine abit loud though as compared to CRX, but then, thats the fun when you have the top down.

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& my 1st car was Peugeot 205 Special Edition....I swear nvr to buy another continent car thereafter...needs more attention then my GF...that was >25yrs ago.

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Now, back to Mazda after a 10yr break from it. I am ok if its normal wear & tear issues...M3 6spGB feels smooth & responsive hope it can last. Engine is responsive & loud just like MX5, though it doesnt have that kind of power. roadholding, cornering feels great. So far, its been a good driver's car!

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Is it they selling the Toyota 86 at $130k? That's cheap!!

Yesbro, 3 months ago. If interested, give them a call now. Say u overseas and miss it or someting lah ...

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Yeah...I driven CRX targa top, Odyssey ... both every solid engine. Smooth & when Vtec kicks in powerful though noisy, but thats fine to give driver feeling of power & surge. Odyssey had power steering pump problem, starter dead after 8 yrs, & them the gearbox start to go crazy on the 9th. CRX clutch gone, rotor, brake problems after 4 years.
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Driven Camry before, smooth engine too, a good day to day car, though I feel the body pretty hollow & usually hold back from the gas & at corners. Steer feel not so good, like on a boat sometimes.
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Driven 626, MPV, MX5 ... 626 had mounting issues & also felt gearbox not very smooth after 5 years. Then the MPV, a huge & heavy machine, gas drinker, dare not go fast on corners. MX5 was a great car. Engine abit loud though as compared to CRX, but then, thats the fun when you have the top down.
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& my 1st car was Peugeot 205 Special Edition....I swear nvr to buy another continent car thereafter...needs more attention then my GF...that was >25yrs ago.
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Now, back to Mazda after a 10yr break from it. I am ok if its normal wear & tear issues...M3 6spGB feels smooth & responsive hope it can last. Engine is responsive & loud just like MX5, though it doesnt have that kind of power. roadholding, cornering feels great. So far, its been a good driver's car!

Bro , u want real boat feel, try the new nissan selphy! You wont regret.

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Yesbro, 3 months ago. If interested, give them a call now. Say u overseas and miss it or someting lah ...

Bro , u want real boat feel, try the new nissan selphy! You wont regret.

Ok bro, thks! I like your excuses haha!!�

Yesbro, 3 months ago. If interested, give them a call now. Say u overseas and miss it or someting lah ...

Bro , u want real boat feel, try the new nissan selphy! You wont regret.

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My relative had a Sunny which I drove before a couple of years back. I have written it off for now, may consider when I reach 65.�

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Ok bro, thks! I like your excuses haha!!�

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Bro, FT-86 no promo now.

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Now Toyota has promo for Altis.

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http://www.sgcarmart...=a&Brand=Toyota

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Anyway, seriously, if interested just call them la ... maybe got ex-stock to clear thus promo.

This FT-86 is very thoroughly sorted out .... all the best bro.

Maybe if bought liao can jio me for a ride la

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& my 1st car was Peugeot 205 Special Edition....I swear nvr to buy another continent car thereafter...needs more attention then my GF...that was >25yrs ago.

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I think Mrs. ST69 will be very happy to hear that, if Mrs ST69 was yr GF that time la .

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Bro, FT-86 no promo now.
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Now Toyota has promo for Altis.
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http://www.sgcarmart...=a&Brand=Toyota
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Anyway, seriously, if interested just call them la ... maybe got ex-stock to clear thus promo.
This FT-86 is very thoroughly sorted out .... all the best bro.
Maybe if bought liao can jio me for a ride la

Thks again bro, no lah this car for youngsters and 2 door not suitable for me.
I was just curious that they sell it $130k cos it would be at saloon car price so very attractive. In late 2012, my ex-colleague stay in JB was eyeing this F86 for long time then shift focus to Subaru BRZ, finally bought Peugeot RCZ!

Then why are we seeing more new MB than japanese car now? Just asking since you seems to know a lot about the car market.

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for the very simple fact, if someone have 180k budget� based on current coe it is more worth it to buy a MB than a Mazda. eg C180 or CLA180 rather than a mazda 6. we are talking about diffference of 20 to 30k. volvo V40 is selling for 140k (the last time i check) , Mazda 3 is selling for almost 120K, 20K more for a conti why not. so its a matter of preference.

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The problem here is that just because your sales is slightly better than your "eat grass kind of sales" you dont hae to increase price in such a pathetic way. the last coe bidding we see a decrease in coe premium but mazda nv reduce the price.� see you an yaya for how long

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for the very simple fact, if someone have 180k budget� based on current coe it is more worth it to buy a MB than a Mazda. eg C180 or CLA180 rather than a mazda 6. we are talking about diffference of 20 to 30k. volvo V40 is selling for 140k (the last time i check) , Mazda 3 is selling for almost 120K, 20K more for a conti why not. so its a matter of preference.

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The problem here is that just because your sales is slightly better than your "eat grass kind of sales" you dont hae to increase price in such a pathetic way. the last coe bidding we see a decrease in coe premium but mazda nv reduce the price.� see you an yaya for how long

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bro, i am an engineer in a local SME, not sales team from Mazda ... relax lah ...�

I presume you mean Mazda ya-ya tio bo? Hahaha ...�

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Ya, my brother also said Mazda ya-ya ... becos they refused to let him take delivery COD ... like MB and PM.

Edited by Variablefeedback, 17 September 2014 - 03:51 PM.

Ya lah...that's why no conti cars since then, now I have one that drives & handle like one...� ^_^

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I think Mrs. ST69 will be very happy to hear that, if Mrs ST69 was yr GF that time la .

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bro, i am an engineer in a local SME, not sales team from Mazda ... relax lah ...�

I presume you mean Mazda ya-ya tio bo? Hahaha ...�

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Ya, my brother also said Mazda ya-ya ... becos they refused to let him take delivery COD ... like MB and PM.

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Alamak, actually, it would be good to have a Mazda staff here to hear the feedback & improve themselves, afterall this is a thread for 2014 Mazda 3 owners & would be owners.

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But, what I don't like is staff from other car brands lurking around & giving information that are not factual, which is far from helpful.

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Anyway, this is an open forum, I suppose we just have to be smart enough to discern who's who & whether their comments make sense or supported by facts.

Wah forum so hot now ! Cos many ppl getting their M3 next 2 week?

Mine got registered today ... Lucky car plate number not weird haha

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Wah forum so hot now ! Cos many ppl getting their M3 next 2 week?

Mine got registered today ... Lucky car plate number not weird haha

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Ok congrats bro!! Wish you good luck for 4D haha!!
Enjoy your ride and feedback pls!!

Wow congrats Statr22!

Just got my COE for M3 on 2nd try (bid).

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To those who are interested, better to go showroom and check price with SE. When i book my standard M3, i was given cash discount on top of the listed price for 6 bids, such that it is even cheaper than list price of city and vios.

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Ok congrats bro!! Wish you good luck for 4D haha!!
Enjoy your ride and feedback pls!!

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thks thks huat ah!

Wow congrats Statr22!

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thk u very much

Just got my COE for M3 on 2nd try (bid).
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To those who are interested, better to go showroom and check price with SE. When i book my standard M3, i was given cash discount on top of the listed price for 6 bids, such that it is even cheaper than list price of city and vios.
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Lol you should go down to Borneo or kah motors too. They can give discount for vios and city maybe end up cheaper than M3

Just got my COE for M3 on 2nd try (bid).

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To those who are interested, better to go showroom and check price with SE. When i book my standard M3, i was given cash discount on top of the listed price for 6 bids, such that it is even cheaper than list price of city and vios.

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thats lower than 110k? non-guaranteed coe bids? deluxe or normal?

Just got my COE for M3 on 2nd try (bid).
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To those who are interested, better to go showroom and check price with SE. When i book my standard M3, i was given cash discount on top of the listed price for 6 bids, such that it is even cheaper than list price of city and vios.
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Congrats!! So it's not only Toyota giving discount as someone has said here many times!

Congrats!! So it's not only Toyota giving discount as someone has said here many times!

If you go around showrooms, sure know all of them will give some form of discount... Non of them sell as listed price lar..

If you go around showrooms, sure know all of them will give some form of discount... Non of them sell as listed price lar..

That's true! But there's someone here keep on singing Toyota praises so only fair all of us get to hear the other side of the story otherwise not fair right? Better I don't talk much else Kena accuse of being Mazda SE!

Wah forum so hot now ! Cos many ppl getting their M3 next 2 week?

Mine got registered today ... Lucky car plate number not weird haha

Congrats! I am sure you will enjoy very bit of the drive as much as I do... [thumbsup]

That's true! But there's someone here keep on singing Toyota praises so only fair all of us get to hear the other side of the story otherwise not fair right? Better I don't talk much else Kena accuse of being Mazda SE!

Just notice someone keep complaining mz increase price..blablabla... Like mz owe him a living.. . Hehehe..

Just got my COE for M3 on 2nd try (bid).

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To those who are interested, better to go showroom and check price with SE. When i book my standard M3, i was given cash discount on top of the listed price for 6 bids, such that it is even cheaper than list price of city and vios.

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Congrats! I am sure you will enjoy every moment like I do!!�

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thats lower than 110k? non-guaranteed coe bids? deluxe or normal?

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yes, its around mid one zero something K for the basic model.

Its non guarantee coe but got it at 2nd bidding.

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yes, its around mid one zero something K for the basic model.

Its non guarantee coe but got it at 2nd bidding.

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sweet that you got it at 2nd bidding.. most of us here had to wait till 4 bid onwards

Edited by Statr22, 17 September 2014 - 10:35 PM.

Congrats! I am sure you will enjoy every moment like I do!!�

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thanks, scheduled collection in end oct.

bros, does our model come with the Blindspot monitoring and lane departure features?

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thks thks huat ah!

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thk u very much

HUAT AH EVERYBODY!!!�

bros, does our model come with the Blindspot monitoring and lane departure features?

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No such options in SG.

Maybe you have to check with your SE.

Wah forum so hot now ! Cos many ppl getting their M3 next 2 week?

Mine got registered today ... Lucky car plate number not weird haha

let me guess .... 4896? 4856?

Come share with us leh ...

BTW, SKP plate tio bo?

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My SE said my number plate may have 4 and ask me if I am superstitious or not ...�

I thought him the more 4 the better.

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My new Mz 3�

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That's true! But there's someone here keep on singing Toyota praises so only fair all of us get to hear the other side of the story otherwise not fair right? Better I don't talk much else Kena accuse of being Mazda SE!

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wahahaha ... yar, better keep quiet ... I need to put that disclaimer that I am not Car SE in my signature.

Where the hell is the signature field? I cant find it .... haiz ...

Edited by Variablefeedback, 17 September 2014 - 11:39 PM.

Nice, congrats!

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How is the navigation system (if you get deluxe), is it accurate?

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My new Mz 3�

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If you go around showrooms, sure know all of them will give some form of discount... Non of them sell as listed price lar..

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Except for Mazda, they sell at listed price .... �really .... my personal experience.

Nice, congrats!

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How is the navigation system (if you get deluxe), is it accurate?

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Good....

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Mine has everything except the radar cruise control.... [:p]

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My new Mz 3

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is that 17" wheels or 16"?

They look bigger than the sedan.

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is that 17" wheels or 16"?

They look bigger than the sedan.

i think they are 18"

i think they are 18"

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18" for Mazda 3 HB?�

Hows the ride?

Did you compare with the sedan?

BTW, I always love HB ...� [thumbsup] �

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18" for Mazda 3 HB?�

Hows the ride?

Did you compare with the sedan?

BTW, I always love HB ...� �

Ride is fantastic...anyway car belongs to wife. Only got to drive it for a day. Love every moment when in it.�

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Maximum power (kW rpm) �138 5,700 Maximum torque (Nm rpm) �250 3,250

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HUAT AH EVERYBODY!!!�

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No such options in SG.

Maybe you have to check with your SE.

let me guess .... 4896? 4856?

Come share with us leh ...

BTW, SKP plate tio bo?

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My SE said my number plate may have 4 and ask me if I am superstitious or not ...�

I thought him the more 4 the better.

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SKP 5xxx series leh

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tio 4D liao then let u guys know what number haha
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18" for Mazda 3 HB?�

Hows the ride?

Did you compare with the sedan?

BTW, I always love HB ...� �

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those are 18 inch rims but from the car plate it doesnt look like an SG car

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in SG standard 16" for all MZ3 leh.. i asked b4 no option to get bigger stock rims from Mazda

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Edited by Statr22, 18 September 2014 - 12:47 AM.

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Except for Mazda, they sell at listed price .... �really .... my personal experience.

Agree with this through my personal experience.
When we talk about discount is not your typical patronising few hundreds bucks discount.

What we talking about here is few k to about 10k discount
Just go to Chevrolet and Audi showroom and you will understand.

Ride is fantastic...anyway car belongs to wife. Only got to drive it for a day. Love every moment when in it.�

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Maximum power (kW rpm) �138 5,700 Maximum torque (Nm rpm) �250 3,250
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You from UK or DownUnder...this must be 2.5L to get 138kW�

Edited by ST69, 18 September 2014 - 08:52 AM.

Yeah i thought all Mazda 3 comes with 16" in Spore.

Mazda 6 standard/deluxe/premium are with 17" and only Mazda 6 Luxury gets 19"

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those are 18 inch rims but from the car plate it doesnt look like an SG car

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in SG standard 16" for all MZ3 leh.. i asked b4 no option to get bigger stock rims from Mazda

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You from UK or DownUnder...this must be 2.5L to get 138kW�

I am from Sg?You are right.. The car is in down under . Brought is for 38k

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I am from Sg?You are right.. The car is in down under . Brought is for 38k

Lucky you...118k here & only 1.5L. Understand there's also a big following on this car there. btw is it true that it cost more for Soul Red there?

Edited by ST69, 18 September 2014 - 10:16 AM.

Lucky you...118k here & only 1.5L. Understand there's also a big following on this car there. btw is it true that it cost more for Soul Red there?

Yes it cost $200 more. But the dealer did not charge us. I only driven it for a day before I got to fly back. Had to delay my flight back by 2 days to collect the car. I am still driving my Mz 3SP sedan in sg.

Edited by Huge, 18 September 2014 - 10:56 AM.

In US not only soul red but pearl white also had to top up, up to $300 if i am not wrong.

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Lucky you...118k here & only 1.5L. Understand there's also a big following on this car there. btw is it true that it cost more for Soul Red there?

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Yes it cost $200 more. But the dealer did not charge us. I only driven it for a day before I got to fly back. Had to delay my flight back by 2 days to collect the car. I am still driving my Mz 3SP sedan in sg.

Can you briefly do a comparison between your 3SP and the new 3?

I'm curious and you seem the best person to answer this since you drove both. I also had the 3SP previously and found it sluggish to be honest.
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Can you briefly do a comparison between your 3SP and the new 3?

I'm curious and you seem the best person to answer this since you drove both. I also had the 3SP previously and found it sluggish to be honest.
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Not really. Cannot compare as the one in Sg is 1.6l whereas the one in down under is 2.5l

But in terms of functions, definitely the new one is much better which comes with all the gizmos. We didn't get the top of the range which will have additional 2 functions : radar cruise control and lane departure warning.

In terms of drivability, both are the same to me.

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Not really. Cannot compare as the one in Sg is 1.6l whereas the one in down under is 2.5l

But in terms of functions, definitely the new one is much better which comes with all the gizmos. We didn't get the top of the range which will have additional 2 functions : radar cruise control and lane departure warning.

In terms of drivability, both are the same to me.

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Ok sorry about that, was hoping to hear from 3SP owners 1.6 on how the two cars compare vs the new 3. Thks anyway!

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Ok sorry about that, was hoping to hear from 3SP owners 1.6 on how the two cars compare vs the new 3. Thks anyway!

No worries mate. Anyway if you previously had a 1.6l and feel sluggish, I would imaging that it will not be better in a 1.5l . The car body is meant for 2.0l. However having said that, it is still a nice car to drive if you are not the fast and furious type.

No worries mate. Anyway if you previously had a 1.6l and feel sluggish, I would imaging that it will not be better in a 1.5l . The car body is meant for 2.0l. However having said that, it is still a nice car to drive if you are not the fast and furious type.

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Thats where the magic of the new skyactive transmission comes in.�

I believe for < 5 miles/hr, it is using the torque convertor. Above that speed, the multi-plates clutch kicks in ....�

Watch the video for more complete explanation.

I must say, fc has gotten better after 1200km. From Upper Bt Timah to Tanglin used to be 7.6L/100km, now its 6.2L/100km. I am pleased. Maybe by 5000km, it can reach 5.7L/100km. Lets see...

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Thats where the magic of the new skyactive transmission comes in.�

I believe for < 5 miles/hr, it is using the torque convertor. Above that speed, the multi-plates clutch kicks in ....�

Watch the video for more complete explanation.

Our torque convertor "Locked-Up" just after 1500rpm,so you got a direct feeling with little slip like manual gearbox,too bad the 3 don't have the paddle shifts like my 2.5,6,or else even more fun.. [thumbsup] � �,nothing do with the clutch plates..

Does bro know if our wheels are steel or alloy rims? The weight of each wheel?

Does bro know if our wheels are steel or alloy rims? The weight of each wheel?

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Good question! also the inner bore of the wheels and offset.

Are they 16", 5 x 114.3, 67.1mm, offset +50?

Our torque convertor "Locked-Up" just after 1500rpm,so you got a direct feeling with little slip like manual gearbox,too bad the 3 don't have the paddle shifts like my 2.5,6,or else even more fun.. � �,nothing do with the clutch plates..

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Thank you bro.

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BTW, do you thinking if we whack the GB using the MANUAL mode, will this damage the ATF prematurely like in 50,000km?

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Also, I knew from this thread that the AD dont change the ATF oil in 10,000km.

I was thinking of changing the engine oil and filter at 5000km and ATF oil at 10,000km outside.

Do you think this is too paranoia?

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Also, what is the engine oil recommended for break in and the p/n for the ATF for Mazda 3 2014?

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Good question! also the inner bore of the wheels and offset.

Are they 16", 5 x 114.3, 67.1mm, offset +50?

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Thank you bro.

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BTW, do you thinking if we whack the GB using the MANUAL mode, will this damage the ATF prematurely like in 50,000km?

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Also, I knew from this thread that the AD dont change the ATF oil in 10,000km.

I was thinking of changing the engine oil and filter at 5000km and ATF oil at 10,000km outside.

Do you think this is too paranoia?

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Also, what is the engine oil recommended for break in and the p/n for the ATF for Mazda 3 2014?

Well autobox the best,don't drive like insane,once a while is fine,our tranmission,is a 'sealed' unit,it means,no need oil changed,according to AD,but they will check the oil,every servicing,our cars used 0w-20,100% Syn,"Mazda Eco Oil"...

Wife booked the Mazda 3 Sedan Deluxe on 17 June. Managed to bargained price down to $104988 for 6 guaranteed COE bids. Managed to get it on the 6th bid, 3rd Sep bidding at QP of $64841. Required to take a loan from HL Finance even though we didnt want to to qualify for that pricing with COE rebate reduced to $49,000 (which we knew would not happen anyway). Opted for Aluminium Metallic. She only test drive the Kia 3 and Mazda 3 with me beside. Felt the Kia 3 felt cheap, the M3 was a little noisy, could sense the road noise compared with her current Honda Civic 1.8 (2006 model), also the engine was struggling a bit. But still a pretty impressive car. Like the front aggressive look and styling. Collecting car next Fri. Hope the front suspension issue that we read about is minor issue.

Wife booked the Mazda 3 Sedan Deluxe on 17 June. Managed to bargained price down to $104988 for 6 guaranteed COE bids. Managed to get it on the 6th bid, 3rd Sep bidding at QP of $64841. Required to take a loan from HL Finance even though we didnt want to to qualify for that pricing with COE rebate reduced to $49,000 (which we knew would not happen anyway). Opted for Aluminium Metallic. She only test drive the Kia 3 and Mazda 3 with me beside. Felt the Kia 3 felt cheap, the M3 was a little noisy, could sense the road noise compared with her current Honda Civic 1.8 (2006 model), also the engine was struggling a bit. But still a pretty impressive car. Like the front aggressive look and styling. Collecting car next Fri. Hope the front suspension issue that we read about is minor issue.

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Congrats! Lucky you. That was really a good price. My friends who booked at that price also but didnt get it. btw, you mean non-guaranteed COE right?

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Yeah, i also find it abit loud esp in lower gears. Now, I am embarking on a soundproofing project. Lets see how it'll turn out.

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Congrats! Lucky you. That was really a good price. My friends who booked at that price also but didnt get it. btw, you mean non-guaranteed COE right?

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Yeah, i also find it abit loud esp in lower gears. Now, I am embarking on a soundproofing project. Lets see how it'll turn out.

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No it was guaranteed COE for 6 bids. The sales guy had to see his manager to agree to the price I wanted. Gave them no choice as Honda Civic still had 2 yrs to go. Finally manager agreed but cut COE rebate price from $54k to $49k, which to me was inconsequential (as I didn't think COE will drop to that level anyway, maybe closer to end 2015 when elections nearer and more cars need to register, If you check LTA statistics on the no of cars registration in 2005,2006, these cars would have to de-register if their COEs had not been extended, and some of these may decide to give up their cars, hence there could be more COE quotas, however these has to balance with 2nd hand car dealers who cannot afford for COEs to drop too low as they will go bankrupt as they have stocks of resale cars to sell with high COE prices). Wife doesn't drive that frequently, need it more for buying groceries, etc but my youngest boy just got his licence, first try on manual car test after hitting 18 yrs, so he will be also driving us around on his free days, kekeke.

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Wife booked the Mazda 3 Sedan Deluxe on 17 June. Managed to bargained price down to $104988 for 6 guaranteed COE bids. Managed to get it on the 6th bid, 3rd Sep bidding at QP of $64841. Required to take a loan from HL Finance even though we didnt want to to qualify for that pricing with COE rebate reduced to $49,000 (which we knew would not happen anyway). Opted for Aluminium Metallic. She only test drive the Kia 3 and Mazda 3 with me beside. Felt the Kia 3 felt cheap, the M3 was a little noisy, could sense the road noise compared with her current Honda Civic 1.8 (2006 model), also the engine was struggling a bit. But still a pretty impressive car. Like the front aggressive look and styling. Collecting car next Fri. Hope the front suspension issue that we read about is minor issue.

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Congrats to JBTAY! I've not driven the new 3 but i owned a 323 in yr2000 and a 3SP in yr2006. The one common characteristic i distinctly notice is the loud engine noise esp when starting. That's the reason why I conclude that Mazda engines are not refined but the plus side is the excellent handling which even my current Civic loses out but Civic wins on everything else though.

I'm curious to know if the new 3 has the same characteristics cos the engine is totally new so that's why I follow this thread closely.
Cheers and enjoy your ride!!
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Congrats! Lucky you. That was really a good price. My friends who booked at that price also but didnt get it. btw, you mean non-guaranteed COE right?
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Yeah, i also find it abit loud esp in lower gears. Now, I am embarking on a soundproofing project. Lets see how it'll turn out.

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Well autobox the best,don't drive like insane,once a while is fine,our tranmission,is a 'sealed' unit,it means,no need oil changed,according to AD,but they will check the oil,every servicing,our cars used 0w-20,100% Syn,"Mazda Eco Oil"...

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Automatic transmission that dont need ATF? Gear oil only?

Sorry, I still dont understand.

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Engine oil is ILSAC GF-5 and API SN specs. Thanks.

Managed to bargained price down to $104988 for 6 guaranteed COE bids.�

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Mine is 3K more 1 week later. That's a good price. Your missus must be a bargain queen. Lucky you.

Hi all,

Came to this thread while researching a prob with my new Maz 3 2014. Tell you below. Meanwhile allow me to share my exp, hope can help.

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Price-

Been testing for new car since June 13 as old Maz 3 from 2004. I know this is Maz forum but Altis and Civic confirmed smoother rides. But due to $, narrowed down to Elantra and maybe Altis.�Mazda style of selling same as 10 years ago is�more hardsell�than others. I felt the previous model not as good. Still 4 speed or something like that. And the console v crowded. Later heard got new model and saw ST write up about price promo�so test drove and decided better than Altis and Elantra.�Totally overcome by sunroof and cheepness. Also been looking at 2nd hand and was ready to buy same 2004 model�Maz 3.�Must say promo price nearly as cheep as 2nd hand. Signed early May $99K, finance rebate $2.5, finance interest 1.88%, loyalty rebate $1K, 6 bids non guaranteed.

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At first thought i had to scrap with them (and get nothing), later due to�timing decided to self scrap and SE allowed me to do it. Got $300 besides Parf/coe�for end of life Maz 3. And still got loyalty rebate. Yay.

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Waited 3 months, don't know/ don't care got real bid or not. Near Aug, was ready to bring out 2nd hand car spreadsheets and visit some dealers, then got call from SE. They give me car without asking me to top up!

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If didn't get i might be happier, tong with 2nd hand then next year or so try to buy even lower mah. High chance will�happen i think.

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Extras-

Only got mats. My old Maz got Huper Optik and Tuffcoat. Now cut cost not given.�i asked themto put in solar film for me.�Found out later they use Rikecool so i cancelled. I put in HO ASAP about $960 Astrotech Toh Guan. Bot car cam G1W-C with mirror mount from ebay estore009. Check out dashcamtalk, etc. $70. Self installed no prob running wire in skirting etc to cig point. SDcard Ultra Stront 16G class 6 with reader only $16 from popular. Waiting for cheong visor to be avail.

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TBC... :)

Came to this thread while researching a prob with my new Maz 3 2014.

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Whats the problem? Share leh.

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Whats the problem? Share leh.

Haha...Teaser?! or maybe need to go pang-sai� [laugh] �

Haha...Teaser?! or maybe need to go pang-sai� �

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maciam FR from you-know-what-forum.

Haha...Teaser?! or maybe need to go pang-sai� �

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maciam FR from you-know-what-forum. [lipsrsealed] � [grin]

haha i like FR from that forum.. entertaining� [lipsrsealed]

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me collecting ride tomorrowlat afternoon ! which bros here same ah?

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i going for infratint for film and Ceramic pro9 for paint protection

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got only petrol vouchers .... horrible at barganing

haha i like FR from that forum.. entertaining�

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we practically brother liao lor ...� [grouphug]

Hi again,

Sorry delay need to work.... :)

Tell you now about my exp after taking car. SE told me about topping up wiper fluid and open the bonnet to show me. Wasn't listening as admiring car and didn't care much about wiper fluid. Now reading forum I wonder was he talking about battery fluid. Haha.�

Major problem.
Car on start up after initial rev to 1500rpm and reduction to 1000rpm, sometimes rev again to 5000rpm for a while. Some online search raised question about "torque body", true enough when I sent car in, mechanic changed it. So far 10 days plus have not recurred. Was ready to use lemon law liao. Was worried whether this auto rev will damage engine as SE told me to run in car (don't rev above 4000rpm, don't go above 100kmh) but mechanic say no need to run in.�

Minor issue.
Questionable paint strength: 2 days rain, even after quick washing off left water mark, driver's door edge paint colour gone after very lightly bump against wall. But No creaking sound going over hump unlike others on this forum.

Some bros asked re comparison of ride vs old Maz. I'll compare to 2004 model plus from my limited exp with Latio and Corolla.

Driving- Button start good. The bad: Need to wait for car to 'warm up'. I thought this one was a step back but maybe becoz of 'advanced' engine. Can drive off once rev drops (about 20 seconds) but told by mech "best practice" is wait for blue engine cold light to go off (3 mins mornings). New model pickup is stronger but engine brake also stronger (maybe to feed energy to ieloop?). Engine brake bumpy, can feel step down very obviously but now after 1.5 months seems smoother. Can almost always save on brake when approaching hump cos drop in speed very steep below 30kmh. But need to speed to higher before you coast to stop so may use more fuel. Noisy rev man! Better have a good imagination to pretend you're driving a sports car or test drive and like the sound. It's not an unpleasant rev sound but i think most wont love the car because of it. Soft suspension. Istop is love-hate. Restart sounds like sneeze (with shudder), enough to cause biker to look at car. Haha. But when it's on at traffic light, you realize how much sound you were exposed to even though the car quite quiet at idle and can feel the tension of driving flow away. Stick to road on cornering, it's true. Tried same speed on latio felt like going to pengsan. New model steering lighter than old model and even latio.�

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Body- lower, less windscreen height. More sporty? Bigger blind spots? Seat more side 'wing' more comfortable. wider car harder to park reverse esp also the side mirror got 'spike'. Control for side mirror is worse cos have to turn knob 180 deg wehn the old one was button press. Less storage space! Like old car got space beside seat to put/take umbrella without opening door in rain, needle display of speed, telescoping adjustment of steering which other models mostly don't have. Boot seems smaller. Some things to note which you may not see from spec sheet.

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Don't want to say too many good things. Pantang. But this one for me was love at first sight: sunroof even on basic model. If like me, you've always wanted one, now is the time. Thanks people for reading and enjoy!

I also plan for ceramic pro coating after i get my 6, do you go for pro 9H or pro light?

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haha i like FR from that forum.. entertaining�

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me collecting ride tomorrowlat afternoon ! which bros here same ah?

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i going for infratint for film and Ceramic pro9 for paint protection

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got only petrol vouchers .... horrible at barganing

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Hi again .....�

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Bro, thanks for the FR.�

You make me stim so much, my specs fogged up ...�

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What is�torque body"? Cant find anything leh.

I also plan for ceramic pro coating after i get my 6, do you go for pro 9H or pro light?

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Me going for Permanon as I find I cant really screw up washing it down. It is so easy ... as recommended by ST69.

Collecting the sealant tonight.�

Promo now on for Permanon btw.�

Bro Variable, what is the difference in application between ceramic pro and permanon?

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For permanon you can apply yourself? And how much is the total cost?

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Thanks in advance.�

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Me going for Permanon as I find I cant really screw up washing it down. It is so easy ... as recommended by ST69.

Collecting the sealant tonight.�

Promo now on for Permanon btw.�

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Major problem.
Car on start up after initial rev to 1500rpm and reduction to 1000rpm, sometimes rev again to 5000rpm for a while. Some online search raised question about "torque body", true enough when I sent car in, mechanic changed it. So far 10 days plus have not recurred. Was ready to use lemon law liao. Was worried whether this auto rev will damage engine as SE told me to run in car (don't rev above 4000rpm, don't go above 100kmh) but mechanic say no need to run in.�

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This is serious man. Good thing I don't experience this. What did they change again? What's torque body?

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Driving- Button start good. The bad: Need to wait for car to 'warm up'. I thought this one was a step back but maybe becoz of 'advanced' engine. Can drive off once rev drops (about 20 seconds) but told by mech "best practice" is wait for blue engine cold light to go off (3 mins mornings).

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No lah. I asked them also, they told me can drive off once rpm below 1000 rpm. He said the sensor will take a while to go off. But, of course, don't whack the car, just smooth driving out of carpark shd be ok. I have been doing that for the last mth, so far no problem.�

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Noisy rev man!�

Yeah. I agree. Reminds me of my MX5 & CRX, but unfortunately, it doesn't quite move like them. I find it particularly so at low gears. Anyhow, I decided to do some soundproofing. Even the bonnet dont even have a sound shield.

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Soft suspension.

I find it hard actually & it is supposed to be. Same when I tested the car. Maybe you shd tell the SA when you go for svc before warranty expire.

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Istop is love-hate. Restart sounds like sneeze (with shudder), enough to cause biker to look at car. Haha. But when it's on at traffic light, you realize how much sound you were exposed to even though the car quite quiet at idle and can feel the tension of driving flow away.�

Haha...agree. Needs some getting used to. But, its better than Audi start/stop, though Audi has better insulation, but different class lah. Yeah...hate it when istop activate then 2s later, green light, but shiok when you have to wait longer. Now, on certain lights, I dont brake too hard, so that istop not activated.

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I was concerned abt the battery & starter wear & tear. Was assured by the supervisor that its not using battery but super capacitor. As for the starter, it apparently is different from normal one, supposed to last 300.000 starts. Lets just hope he is not plucking any number from the air.

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New model steering lighter than old model and even latio.�

I understand its electric steering for this new model.

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What did you get for fuel consumption vs old 3?

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Bro, thanks for the FR.�
You make me stim so much, my specs fogged up ...�
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What is�torque body"? Cant find anything leh.

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Haha. Mistake. It's throttle body not torque body.
Few more points to think about. As someone mentioned istop won't activate if aircon set too low, it seems to sense whether the car int has cooled down enough wrt the ac setting and ambient temp. Cos when Istop active fan and ac go to lowest setting. So I also need to correct my post, the "quiet comes from mostly the ac and fan sounds being lowered. Of course zero engine vibration. Can learn to not step so hard when you don't want it eg when reverse parking. Haha.
I drive City-hw 95-5 9.5L/100km. My old one more like 9.5 km/L. I tested.
One more'good' thing. The bonnet sticking out makes looking for it in cp easier!

Edited by Maz3to3, 19 September 2014 - 06:40 PM.

Bro Variable, what is the difference in application between ceramic pro and permanon?
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For permanon you can apply yourself? And how much is the total cost?
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Thanks in advance.�
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Bro, i dont care what is the diferrence and i dont care. I only care rinse on, rinse off. Search Permanon in the search field above, there is only 1 thread.

Edited by Variablefeedback, 19 September 2014 - 06:47 PM.

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Bro, thanks for the FR.�
You make me stim so much, my specs fogged up ...�
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What is�torque body"? Cant find anything leh.

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Haha. Mistake. It's throttle body not torque body.
Few more points to think about. As someone mentioned istop won't activate if aircon set too low, it seems to sense whether the car int has cooled down enough wrt the ac setting and ambient temp. Cos when Istop active fan and ac go to lowest setting. So I also need to correct my post, the "quiet comes from mostly the ac and fan sounds being lowered. Of course zero engine vibration. Can learn to not step so hard when you don't want it eg when reverse parking. Haha.
I drive City-hw 95-5 9.5L/100km. My old one more like 9.5 km/L. I tested.
One more'good' thing. The bonnet sticking out makes looking for it in cp easier!

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Hmmm...maybe its driving style or you really have a lemon. From the display, I have ave 7.7L/100km �ie since I got the car & clocked abt 1400km now. <10% highway. Just yesterday, I drove from Upper Bt Timah to Tanglin Rd, it clocked 6.2L/100km. or maybe your tire pressure too low or your car fully loaded all the time.

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Automatic transmission that dont need ATF? Gear oil only?
Sorry, I still dont understand.
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Engine oil is ILSAC GF-5 and API SN specs. Thanks.

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Mine is 3K more 1 week later. That's a good price. Your missus must be a bargain queen. Lucky you.

�My "oil" referred to "ATF"...
To "Maz3to3",don't need to warm up in the morning,just start & go[slowly],until blue light is off,,then can full power,car no need "Run-in"..

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Hmmm...maybe its driving style or you really have a lemon. From the display, I have ave 7.7L/100km �ie since I got the car & clocked abt 1400km now. <10% highway. Just yesterday, I drove from Upper Bt Timah to Tanglin Rd, it clocked 6.2L/100km. or maybe your tire pressure too low or your car fully loaded all the time.

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Thanks. Good point. When i drove out of showroom, it was 6+L/100km, then it slowly crept up to 9.5L/100km and stayed there now about 1-2 weeks. I drive a stretch of 3.3 km repeatedly with 12 traffic lights/ stops/ turns. Light-footed. I drive alone without loads. Did not change tire pressure. But will check with workshop. Maybe should have one more cat of driving besides city and hw: Heartland driving. 200m one traffic light.

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What is your idea for soundproofing? Any recommendation?

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Thought of some really minor points. The radio on/off button is further away than on my old Maz. Really like the size also of the old one. Huge, so press radio on, aircon on, drive. Aircon off also same big button. Now it's a small half circle next to the airvent control which you may also accidentally press. Anyway to change/ mod the radio�button to make bigger?

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Thanks. Good point. When i drove out of showroom, it was 6+L/100km, then it slowly crept up to 9.5L/100km and stayed there now about 1-2 weeks. I drive a stretch of 3.3 km repeatedly with 12 traffic lights/ stops/ turns. Light-footed. I drive alone without loads. Did not change tire pressure. But will check with workshop. Maybe should have one more cat of driving besides city and hw: Heartland driving. 200m one traffic light.

Yeah, you shd talk to the SA. I don't thing Mazda will publish very good fc for their 2 & 2.5l in US. They will probably get fined there if they're too far of the stated rating, vs some MIK ones, which I read about.

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What is your idea for soundproofing? Any recommendation?

On soundproofing, am researching on what's a good material, & not too costly. Will probably order online & DIY.�

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Thought of some really minor points. The radio on/off button is further away than on my old Maz. Really like the size also of the old one. Huge, so press radio on, aircon on, drive. Aircon off also same big button. Now it's a small half circle next to the airvent control which you may also accidentally press. Anyway to change/ mod the radio�button to make bigger?

For radio, dont you have a touchscreen or the Commander at the central console (like BMW)?

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pro light bro.. i felt better to renew every 2 years.. they wash and all that stuff each time b4 application

would sound proofing the engine area cause engine overheat?

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any bros tried this b4?

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http://www.mycarforu...d&product=40958

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Thanks gain bro, i googled "mazda sealed transmission"and I got the answer I need.

would sound proofing the engine area cause engine overheat?

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any bros tried this b4?

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I doubt it unless its the wrong or inferior material. My previous cars all come with it.�

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Maybe anyone with M6 can confirm there's a bonnet soundshield.

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From the last pic, personally, I feel 18" a bit too sporty for M3, but it reflects the 2.5L beast in the bonnet� [inlove]

would sound proofing the engine area cause engine overheat?

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any bros tried this b4?

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Dont do it ... let roar let it roar ..... RRRRrrrrrr ...

my fiat also dont have .... its like strangling Pavarotti if you do�

Edited by Variablefeedback, 19 September 2014 - 10:56 PM.

Some feedbacks on my MZ3

- The radio/entertainment system cannot be switched off. The only way is to mute it.
- There will be sound coming from the front wheel when going over a hump. Will monitor this further.

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any updates?

Hi All New Mazda 3 drivers, this batch have front suspension problem.

Especially when going over hump, a "knocking" sound. Found out on the first day when collection. Workshop said a couple of cars already feedback having this problem. Take note.

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Has this issue been solve on this month batch?�

Any new owner care to comment?

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wow 2.5l leh

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From the last pic, personally, I feel 18" a bit too sporty for M3, but it reflects the 2.5L beast in the bonnet�

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Dont do it ... let roar let it roar ..... RRRRrrrrrr ...

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Sounds like Maserati RRRrrr ... My ears cannot take it ... I like my music from the very decent sound system...

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Has this issue been solve on this month batch?�

Any new owner care to comment?

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Yeah, if you have rabbit ears like me, you'll notice intermittent soft 'tok' sound when going up humps at slow speed <10kmh (big humps ok but those narrow & high ones), at the front. Rear ok.�

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If you like to listen to ZoomZoom RRRrrrr, you may not hear it.

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Am still monitoring. Wondering if its b'cos they tilt the front suspension by 6% (from the video you sent), to give it better handling.�

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Has this issue been solve on this month batch?�
Any new owner care to comment?

�This "Knocking" sound very common in new Mazda,3 or 6,seems like it is due to harder spring rate & shock absorbers fitted[compared to Nissan & Toyota]...for a better,& sporter handling.

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Yeah, if you have rabbit ears like me, you'll notice intermittent soft 'tok' sound when going up humps at slow speed <10kmh

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I think should be a non-issue now.... mechanical parts/connections sometimes have these sounds emitting form sudden sharp impact I think.

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�This "Knocking" sound very common in new Mazda,3 or 6,seems like it is due to harder spring rate & shock absorbers fitted[compared to Nissan & Toyota]...for a better,& sporter handling.

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also depends on how fast one is travelling across what type of hump, maybe the damper is hotting the bum stop ... always happens to my KONI FSD for my front as I seldom slow down over hump.�

Yup...to me its pretty minor too. There much more goods things about it !

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I think should be a non-issue now.... mechanical parts/connections sometimes have these sounds emitting form sudden sharp impact I think.

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also depends on how fast one is travelling across what type of hump, maybe the damper is hotting the bum stop ... always happens to my KONI FSD for my front as I seldom slow down over hump.�

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I think should be a non-issue now.... mechanical parts/connections sometimes have these sounds emitting form sudden sharp impact I think.

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also depends on how fast one is travelling across what type of hump, maybe the damper is hotting the bum stop ... always happens to my KONI FSD for my front as I seldom slow down over hump.

�Very bad for the suspension,in this case,you should go for SUV like the CX-5.

Didn't see any bros today during collection

I did see a few greys .. Light blue and red m3 to be collected

Didn't see any bros today during collection

I did see a few greys .. Light blue and red m3 to be collected

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Congrats on your new ride! I've got to wait till next weekend to collect mine. =)

Hi Guys, I'm new here and have been following this thread till I got my new ride today.
I do hope that any of you here may advise what is the tyre pressure and any recommendation for car camera.

Kam Sia very much!

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�Very bad for the suspension,in this case,you should go for SUV like the CX-5.

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yar I know .. so is my cornering habit ... typically I dont brake before corners ..�

dont like big bulky fat car wasting fuel on the road.

Hi Guys, I'm new here and have been following this thread till I got my new ride today.
I do hope that any of you here may advise what is the tyre pressure and any recommendation for car camera.

Kam Sia very much!

http://www.mycarforu...da-3/?p=5180196

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do use the "search this thread" function lah bro ... its free bro.

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Am using G1WH ... value for money, bought form ebay.

Check out my clip using thsi dash cam .. big file:

https://dl.dropboxus...1H/18390061.MOV

Didn't see any bros today during collection

I did see a few greys .. Light blue and red m3 to be collected

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how the hell you can recognise us is beyond my wildest imaginations.

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On soundproofing, am researching on what's a good material, & not too costly. Will probably order online & DIY.�

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Unker ST69 backside itchy liao ... hehehehe

Edited by Variablefeedback, 21 September 2014 - 12:45 AM.

no la as in i didnt see anyone else collecting car also...

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yar I know .. so is my cornering habit ... typically I dont brake before corners ..�
dont like big bulky fat car wasting fuel on the

Then u bought the right car! I also don't like braking before mild cornering n I always hv fond memories of my old 3SP as I could do this no problem. Can't do it with my current Civic though.

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Unker ST69 backside itchy liao ... hehehehe

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Yeah lah... Cant touch anything else 'cos under warranty. Besides installing wifi blackbox dvr, door visor, aluminium pedals, scuff plates for door, So, best project now is to soundproof...

no la as in i didnt see anyone else collecting car also...

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they must be collecting during auspicious hours ...� [laugh] � [laugh]

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yar I know .. so is my cornering habit ... typically I dont brake before corners ..�

dont like big bulky fat car wasting fuel on the road.

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Waa...you F1 driver? Did you attend advance driving course or goto race track often?!!� [laugh] � [laugh]

Bro ST, which aluminum pedals did you get, any pic?

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Yeah lah... Cant touch anything else 'cos under warranty. Besides installing wifi blackbox dvr, door visor, aluminium pedals, scuff plates for door, So, best project now is to soundproof...

bros! my mz3 sounds damn loud when starting up leh.... after awhile then quiet like kitten

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you guys experience the same thing?

bros! my mz3 sounds damn loud when starting up leh.... after awhile then quiet like kitten

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you guys experience the same thing?

Normal for all cars, especially cold-start in the morning. Loudness directly related to rpm reading if you pay attention. �Mazda cars with high compression engine like SkyActive will be especially so.

bros! my mz3 sounds damn loud when starting up leh.... after awhile then quiet like kitten

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you guys experience the same thing?

Yup...sounds like Maserati on startup (but not the muffler). New high compression engine (13 vs 9, 10 for normal cars) plus the new exhaust manifold design probably contributes to the loudness.

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See the video post from vfb earlier.�

Bro ST, which aluminum pedals did you get, any pic?
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Here you go...

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Thanks bro, the pedals are the same one i am getting from ebay for my 6.

Also getting the OEM scuff plates.

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You also installed the custom car mats from 3M i see?

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Here you go...

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Edited by xherion, 21 September 2014 - 04:28 PM.

Thanks bro, the pedals are the same one i am getting from ebay for my 6.

Also getting the OEM scuff plates.

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You also installed the custom car mats from 3M i see?

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Yup, got them from ebay.�The mats came with the car.

Did you attend advance driving course or goto race track often?!!� �

Yes, attended fiat advance safety course back in 07. It taught me how brake in emergencies and to find the limit of our fiat car. More or less all production the same regardless that mod you have.

Yup, got them from ebay.�The mats came with the car.

Are the mats original or 3rd party?

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Yup, got them from ebay.�The mats came with the car.

�Local cheap stuff..

Yes, attended fiat advance safety course back in 07. It taught me how brake in emergencies and to find the limit of our fiat car. More or less all production the same regardless that mod you have.

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Wow...so, you were driving manual using heel/toe method for cornering?

Are the mats original or 3rd party?

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The original mats are carpet material. I have this rubber ones over them for easy maintenance. Its probably done locally.�

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�Local cheap stuff..

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Yeah...it doesn't look as solid as the one that KahMotor gave for my Odyssey. What abt for M6 or Kia?

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Yeah lah... Cant touch anything else 'cos under warranty. Besides installing wifi blackbox dvr, door visor, aluminium pedals, scuff plates for door, So, best project now is to soundproof...

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hi,

�where you got the door visor?

original from mazda at $250?

Thanks

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