mycarforum: 2014 Mazda 3 part 41

can we do auto lock in std model?

Can be done. Taiwanese mazda 3 fb has it.

I wonder how often they update their MZD connect software.

where to install aftermarket original fog lights? Price? Any Mazda forum to join?

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where to install aftermarket original fog lights? Price? Any Mazda forum to join?

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Not considering buying Deluxe?

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Not considering buying Deluxe?

nope.....must know my limit.....

where to install aftermarket original fog lights? Price? Any Mazda forum to join?
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Buy from taobao and install it in any workshop in sg...

where to install aftermarket original fog lights? Price? Any Mazda forum to join?
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Might try this http://www.mycarforu...d&product=94103

Edited by danzo, 30 August 2015 - 10:39 AM.

saw the bmw 1 series reminds me of delux model lol

saw the bmw 1 series reminds me of delux model lol

Yap saw it promo at roadshow, abt $130k after trade in with free cam and 3yr servicing.... ~$12K more fr M3 HB Dlx to bmw1 hmm... Fc is damn good, just that it run on diesel..

Edited by danzo, 30 August 2015 - 01:00 PM.

Might try this http://www.mycarforu...d&product=94103

Thks.....confirm get!

Thks.....confirm get!

Very over priced if you ask me...

Very over priced if you ask me...

If nice and u happy can liao! No choice...

nope.....must know my limit.....

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depending on what you are going to add...

Deluxe may be closer to your limit than it would cost for all the aftermarket. Not to mention Deluxe's equipment is all warranted.

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depending on what you are going to add...

Deluxe may be closer to your limit than it would cost for all the aftermarket. Not to mention Deluxe's equipment is all warranted.

Ya lor....if I younger abit got money I will get Deluxe...order liao!

Ya lor....if I younger abit got money I will get Deluxe...order liao!

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Think if you wanna be frugal, maybe get a 2-Deluxe also can?

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But imo, if you are buying Standard, don't need to bother installing foglights, they don't have any real use in this country except for show.

In fact I think the Mz3 has a fiercer face without the foglamps interrupting the 'scowl'.

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Think if you wanna be frugal, maybe get a 2-Deluxe also can?

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But imo, if you are buying Standard, don't need to bother installing foglights, they don't have any real use in this country except for show.

In fact I think the Mz3 has a fiercer face without the foglamps interrupting the 'scowl'.

I like the DRL and I go Malacca quite frequent....

I like the DRL and I go Malacca quite frequent....

Get this projector lights instead

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Get this projector lights instead

standard oredi got projector lights...install 8k HID can liao.

standard oredi got projector lights...install 8k HID can liao.

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be very careful when you do that, because the Standard's standard halogen projectors do not auto-level and will very likely blind others if retrofitted with xenon bulbs.

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be very careful when you do that, because the Standard's standard halogen projectors do not auto-level and will very likely blind others if retrofitted with xenon bulbs.

It's ok...will chk the leveling before driving...my present Lancer got HID on fog lights, Low and High beam!

It's ok...will chk the leveling before driving...my present Lancer got HID on fog lights, Low and High beam!

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Given the apparent scope of things you may want to do such as aftermarket DRL and xenon projector, I still feel it is much better idea and perhaps better value for money to buy a Deluxe model outright.

The difference in cost is just $7,000 but you get lots of modern technology for it such as adaptive front lighting system (AFLS), rear LED lights, MZDConnect, electric driver's seat, heads-up display, keyless access, cruise control automatic wipers & headlamps and not to mention finer quality interior craftsmanship (factory leather). Worth it, imho.

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Also safer with 4-point rear sensors (instead of just 2-points) with reverse camera and more 2 airbags.

Edited by 7hm, 30 August 2015 - 09:02 PM.

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Given the apparent scope of things you may want to do such as aftermarket DRL and xenon projector, I still feel it is much better idea and perhaps better value for money to buy a Deluxe model outright.

The difference in cost is just $7,000 but you get lots of modern technology for it such as AFLS, MZDConnect, electric driver's seat, heads-up display, automatic wipers & headlamps and not to mention finer quality interior craftsmanship (factory leather). Worth it, imho.

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Also safer with 4-point rear sensors (instead of just 2-points) and more airbags.

ya lor....but order oredi...too late...

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Given the apparent scope of things you may want to do such as aftermarket DRL and xenon projector, I still feel it is much better idea and perhaps better value for money to buy a Deluxe model outright.
The difference in cost is just $7,000 but you get lots of modern technology for it such as adaptive front lighting system (AFLS), rear LED lights, MZDConnect, electric driver's seat, heads-up display, keyless access, cruise control automatic wipers & headlamps and not to mention finer quality interior craftsmanship (factory leather). Worth it, imho.
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Also safer with 4-point rear sensors (instead of just 2-points) with reverse camera and more 2 airbags.

For $12k more... u get a BMW1 with even more tech...lol... but seriously at this pricing level for bmw (mainly due to very high CEVS rebates) seem tempting.

Edited by danzo, 30 August 2015 - 09:21 PM.

ya lor....but order oredi...too late...

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Fair enough. Then I can only wish you happy hunting for your mods! [:)]
I can't seem to find a pat-on-the-back emoticon here

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Ah I see bro. My mistake, thought you were still hunting.� �

Fair enough. Then I can only wish you happy hunting for your mods!
I can't seem to find a pat-on-the-back emoticon here

Thks....poison me more!

Might try this http://www.mycarforu...d&product=94103

Whoa super ex.. Saw the body kit from a local workshop too... Chop carrot.. Really think the auto shops in sg jus want to squeeze everybody hard earn money

Whoa super ex.. Saw the body kit from a local workshop too... Chop carrot.. Really think the auto shops in sg jus want to squeeze everybody hard earn money

Btw Mazda uses this shop to install their accessories.

Btw Mazda uses this shop to install their accessories.

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lol maybe they got chopped too

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lol maybe they got chopped too

Don't think so lor. Don't forget Mazda carried by which atas distributor. Otoh I don't mind paying more for quality product.

Edited by EstherLui, 30 August 2015 - 09:43 PM.

some of my simple mods.. combined total excluding rims less than 200 SGD

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2 months into driving the M3. Love this car to bits, especially the handling. Most importantly, the engine has already broken in and unbelievably smooth. Whether placibo or not, the engine noise during driving/cruising is down, so much so that tyre noise is more noticeable. The jet turbine revving during cold start is something I still cringe over. Lol. I don't travel on expressways much and am heavy footed. Used to be first of the line but toned down. Not using istop much. FC is 8.3L/100km.

One other thing I noticed is M3 HID is yellower than M2.

2 months into driving the M3. Love this car to bits, especially the handling. Most importantly, the engine has already broken in and unbelievably smooth. Whether placibo or not, the engine noise during driving/cruising is down, so much so that tyre noise is more noticeable. The jet turbine revving during cold start is something I still cringe over. Lol. I don't travel on expressways much and am heavy footed. Used to be first of the line but toned down. Not using istop much. FC is 8.3L/100km.

One other thing I noticed is M3 HID is yellower than M2.

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yeah tyre noise annoying.. will change tyres after 2 years .. maybe yokohama db.. quietest tyres

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my FC is 7.3 but im mainly expressway.. powers kicks in at 3-4k rpm

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yeah tyre noise annoying.. will change tyres after 2 years .. maybe yokohama db.. quietest tyres
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my FC is 7.3 but im mainly expressway.. powers kicks in at 3-4k rpm

The tyre noise gonna get worse as it wears. Might switch back to Michelins.
I did mention that I love the surge when you kick in cruise control.

Love the super glossy shine after Pika Pika Rain glass coating.

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yeah tyre noise annoying.. will change tyres after 2 years .. maybe yokohama db.. quietest tyres
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my FC is 7.3 but im mainly expressway.. powers kicks in at 3-4k rpm

Mainly on expressway and you only managed 7.3? Your foot is heavy I must say! Haha

Love the super glossy shine after Pika Pika Rain glass coating.

Washed my car exactly one week aft pika application. The water really flow off frm the bonnet like button on hotpan... haha..

U DIY pika too?

some of my simple mods.. combined total excluding rims less than 200 SGD

Brave choice for your seats color. Haha

Dont you find the ride is much harsher after changing to 17"?

For those who bought standard and have yet to collect, do check your locally fitted leather seats carefully. Collected mine recently and there are really plenty of stains on the seats. I even have one seat with many stitch holes. Make sure to get your sales person to acknowledge the issue and take many pictures.

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Also, pairing of the built in bluetooth speaker requires that you select pairing option on the console, and pressing the speak button on your steering wheel. At least I didn't know this initially and thought I had a faulty bluetooth speaker.

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Otherwise, the collection was smooth and easy. Loving my ride so far [laugh]

Mainly on expressway and you only managed 7.3? Your foot is heavy I must say! Haha

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7.3l/100km not that bad leh... 7.3km/l is bad though

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7.3l/100km not that bad leh... 7.3km/l is bad though

I was getting 6.5l/100 avg...60% hw..

how to get below 6.5km/100l?

non peak hrs driving? expressway only?

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i ever get 6.2 on 1 tank before, but really dun wanna drive like that... really really no shiok and causing obstruction ;p

Edited by Vegas, 31 August 2015 - 02:17 PM.

Wow you power. Still remember how you mod yr previous red Mazda.

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ya lor....but order oredi...too late...

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Why I keep having a feeling that Mazda3 is so much better looking than Mazda 6?

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Love the super glossy shine after Pika Pika Rain glass coating.

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I like to do the pika pika glass coating after looking at the pictures! Saw from the online that there one call pierce glass coating located at sin ming road. Not sure anyone try before?

http://www.sgcarmart...o.php?ID=501173

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selling in less than 1 year :/

how to get below 6.5km/100l?

non peak hrs driving? expressway only?

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i ever get 6.2 on 1 tank before, but really dun wanna drive like that... really really no shiok and causing obstruction ;p

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my driving style is normal...

i used to drive a 2L turbo manual car...so i guess, im not a gentle driver also..

haha..

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have you checked your tyre pressure?�

Mainly on expressway and you only managed 7.3? Your foot is heavy I must say! Haha

Washed my car exactly one week aft pika application. The water really flow off frm the bonnet like button on hotpan... haha..

U DIY pika too?

Brave choice for your seats color. Haha

Dont you find the ride is much harsher after changing to 17"?

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Yeah heavy footer hahah

ok w my 17 inch leh.. i think 18 would be too much.. the 16 are ugly man

I stay East side leh ...

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hey VFB, you goto Leng Kee for svc? maybe we can drink kopi there...

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Yeah heavy footer hahah
ok w my 17 inch leh.. i think 18 would be too much.. the 16 are ugly man

The wheel arch is way too small for 16"... imho..

http://www.sgcarmart...o.php?ID=501173
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selling in less than 1 year :/

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Anyone here drove more than few months aldy?

This wednesday 4.30pm can know the COE bidding result? Any link? Thks!

This wednesday 4.30pm can know the COE bidding result? Any link? Thks!

Not this wed.

Not this wed.

My friend told me...chey!

This wednesday 4.30pm can know the COE bidding result? Any link? Thks!

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Next week ba.

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Next week ba.

SE says this week

SE says this week

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Huh??...

Pretty sure the Sept 1st round should close on 9th Sept (next week)... skarli it crash like the towers... :a-panic:

(bless all of those of that day. no offense meant to any.)

Edited by 7hm, 01 September 2015 - 12:53 AM.

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Huh??...

Pretty sure the Sept 1st round should close on 9th Sept (next week)... skarli it crash like the towers...

(bless all of those of that day. no offense meant to any.)

why crash neh??

I like to do the pika pika glass coating after looking at the pictures! Saw from the online that there one call pierce glass coating located at sin ming road. Not sure anyone try before?

Yes,I did it with them. Good service.

why crash neh??

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little joke la. But this round looks like it might ease a bit due to tension caused by last two rounds of rise.

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little joke la. But this round looks like it might ease a bit due to tension caused by last two rounds of rise.

Ok....me too tense up....hope one shot kill...

Ok....me too tense up....hope one shot kill...

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Unfortunately I think you might not get in one round... since you bought from Mazda... the more popular a marque is the more customers they have to bid for...

That's what happened to all the Toyota customers who book during CNY. Thousands, end up so many never get their car at all in the end and demand refund.

But if they give you guaranteed COE, I think you will get your car, just not necessarily one round. Mazda is selling well now.

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Unfortunately I think you might not get in one round... since you bought from Mazda... the more popular a marque is the more customers they have to bid for...

That's what happened to all the Toyota customers who book during CNY. Thousands, end up so many never get their car at all in the end and demand refund.

But if they give you guaranteed COE, I think you will get your car, just not necessarily one round. Mazda is selling well now.

scary...sian!

scary...sian!

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dont worry within 2 bids should get coe!!.

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dont worry within 2 bids should get coe!!.

Ok...so i delay my dekitting.....haiz!

scary...sian!

Whats the net price you paid? Could have a bearing on how fast ypur delivery is. Hahaa

Whats the net price you paid? Could have a bearing on how fast ypur delivery is. Hahaa

Down 10.7k....price is normal 106.888k

Anyone here drove more than few months aldy?

> 12 mths�

Down 10.7k....price is normal 106.888k

Hmmmmm thats quite steep for std version..
Weeks before you booked, the deluxe was selling at 106.888k.

Hmmmmm thats quite steep for std version..
Weeks before you booked, the deluxe was selling at 106.888k.

Wat to do...goes with the COE....later I call my SE and tell her I kena chop carrot!

Wat to do...goes with the COE....later I call my SE and tell her I kena chop carrot!

Haha you were seduced by mazda 3..and ur se..no choice.
Anyway I bought lower and yet mazda managed to get my coe on 2nd bid (higher than 1st, weird)...
And delivery was done in 1mth. Fast!

Haha you were seduced by mazda 3..and ur se..no choice.
Anyway I bought lower and yet mazda managed to get my coe on 2nd bid (higher than 1st, weird)...
And delivery was done in 1mth. Fast!

SE says same Lah..LPPL...coz car price low...my car value also low....lucky she clarify...

SE says same Lah..LPPL...coz car price low...my car value also low....lucky she clarify...

Haha trade in car is an unknown... as long as u r happy with ur purchase :) cheers!

Was wondering if anyone is keen on a meet up for fellow mazda 3 2014 owners? Would be interesting to see what mods other owners have done, and share good lobangs or info among ourselves. Perhaps a Saturday or Sunday at places like leisure park mall?

Was wondering if anyone is keen on a meet up for fellow mazda 3 2014 owners? Would be interesting to see what mods other owners have done, and share good lobangs or info among ourselves. Perhaps a Saturday or Sunday at places like leisure park mall?

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Improved FC M3 Axela started selling in Japan from Aug 27th,

wondering when this version will reach our shore?

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http://www2.mazda.co...08/150827c.html

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Improved some of the "Mazda Axela"

- Adopt equipped latest advanced safety, improve the fuel consumption of gasoline engine vehicles -

In addition, it is possible to enhance the product competitiveness of SKYACTIV-G1.5 equipped vehicles, which account for about half of the sales volume, it was aimed to further improve customer satisfaction.�AT and to improve fuel economy by improving the (automatic transmission) control, 20.6 / L

Edited by danzo, 01 September 2015 - 03:25 PM.

Improved M3 Axela started selling in Japan from Aug 27th,
wondering when this version will reach our shore?
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http://www2.mazda.co...08/150827c.html
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Improved some of the "Mazda Axela"

- Adopt equipped latest advanced safety, improve the fuel consumption of gasoline engine vehicles -

In addition, it is possible to enhance the product competitiveness of SKYACTIV-G1.5 equipped vehicles, which account for about half of the sales volume, it was aimed to further improve customer satisfaction.�AT and to improve fuel economy by improving the (automatic transmission) control, 20.6 / L�

Wah!!! Sian! Should have waited!!!

Wah!!! Sian! Should have waited!!!

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can we consider as new FL ?

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can we consider as new FL ?

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Not really FL I supposed...

That one only just launched in JP end Aug.

Don't know when the version in SG will be replaced with the new version...perhaps those cars AD delivering in Sept onwards?

Edited by danzo, 01 September 2015 - 03:39 PM.

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Not really FL I supposed...
That one only just launched in JP.
Don't know when the version in SG will be replaced with the new version...perhaps those cars delivering in Sept onwards?

Will have clear stock price soon..sian :/

Looks to me it's not really a FL. The exterior seems the same ... no real mention of interior changes either.

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Just a slight drivetrain tuning and updating to the latest versions of their active safety.

In the first place, Eurokars didn't bring in all the safety features... [thumbsdown]

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Will have clear stock price soon..sian :/

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Dont' think AD stock pile right? �Their order to delivery queue is like 1-2 months...

Also, it's not really FL..

Edited by danzo, 01 September 2015 - 04:05 PM.

Looks to me it's not really a FL. The exterior seems the same ... no real mention of interior changes either.

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Just a slight drivetrain tuning and updating to the latest versions of their active safety.

In the first place, Eurokars didn't bring in all the safety features...

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You are right... �on closer look, not a FL at all.

AD didn't bring in the active safety features in the first place,

and the FC of 1.5 AT models improved only very slightly (~4%) from 19.6 km/L to 20.4 km/l (based on JP08 japan's LTA test conditions).

Seem like just fine tuning and only affect the 1.5 AT models, the MT and 2.0 models remained the same. ��

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You are right... �on closer look, not a FL at all.
AD didn't bring in the active safety features in the first place,
and the FC of 1.5 AT models improved only very slightly (~4%) from 19.6 km/L to 20.4 km/l (based on JP08 japan's LTA test conditions).
Seem like just fine tuning and only affect the 1.5 AT models, the MT and 2.0 models remained the same. ��

I actually like electric blue...just like the 1st version of madza 3...big turn off that they nv produce that color

Anyone tried the AHA Radio App on MZD Connect??
Supposed to be one of the key features of MZD Connect to access content by syncing with your smartphone...
But its not even available in Appstores for Singapore

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Just notice that TomTom has push out Live Traffic service in SG. Previously when I connect to my smartphone during the 3 months free service period, it only showed JB traffic updates.�Do you see Live Traffic update in SG roads now? If�can see, may consider subscribing for the connected services in future.�Cheers.�

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Does the MZD Connect has live Traffic for SG now?

and how much is the subscription fees for live traffic after the free 3 months 'connected services' ?

Edited by danzo, 02 September 2015 - 03:03 PM.

Looks to me it's not really a FL. The exterior seems the same ... no real mention of interior changes either.

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Just a slight drivetrain tuning and updating to the latest versions of their active safety.

In the first place, Eurokars didn't bring in all the safety features...

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There is no rule that FL need to made significant change.

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During my time, the FL only add free body kit,�change�lighting to LED�and slight improve in FC/power and noise reduction etc

Edited by Axela72, 02 September 2015 - 03:51 PM.

Just checking with those who got their m3... �

What is normally the date your car is delivered vs the Factory Build date of the car?

That is, if you got your car in end Aug, was your car's factory built date also in early Aug or in July?

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Just checking with those who got their m3... �
What is normally the date your car is delivered vs the Factory Build date of the car?
That is, if you got your car in end Aug, was your car's factory built date also in early Aug or in July?
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Lazy to check...does it matter? As long as not longer than a year. 1 mth from manufactured date is impossible. I reckon 3 mths at least

Lazy to check...does it matter? As long as not longer than a year. 1 mth from manufactured date is impossible. I reckon 3 mths at least

Saw one in Auz forum, got car in 2 weeks after order in Aug, and factory date is July..
Wondering how's here...

Edited by danzo, 02 September 2015 - 07:28 PM.

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There is no rule that FL need to made significant change.

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During my time, the FL only add free body kit,�change�lighting to LED�and slight improve in FC/power and noise reduction etc

3 to 3 sp?�

3 to 3 sp?�

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Yes, in the past they always use "sp" as the FL version and base on History, typically the FL is 2 years after the pre FL.

Just checking with those who got their m3... �
What is normally the date your car is delivered vs the Factory Build date of the car?
That is, if you got your car in end Aug, was your car's factory built date also in early Aug or in July?
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My was manufactured in May and collected before end June ...

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Does the MZD Connect has live Traffic for SG now?
and how much is the subscription fees for live traffic after the free 3 months 'connected services' ?

I understand the live traffic update is only for Malaysia . I try mine for Singapore, didn't get anything beside weather update .

Btw my Mzconnect keep rebooting, anyone has the same problem ?

My was manufactured in May and collected before end June ...

I understand the live traffic update is only for Malaysia . I try mine for Singapore, didn't get anything beside weather update .

Btw my Mzconnect keep rebooting, anyone has the same problem ?

No. Mine is working fine. Singapore. Msia havent try. So far travelled > 1000km, 0 reboot.

Bros, after reading on the start-stop technology I always switch off the i-stop manually after I start the car. �How about the Dynamic Stability Control - do you all leave it on or off? ��

Bros, after reading on the start-stop technology I always switch off the i-stop manually after I start the car. �How about the Dynamic Stability Control - do you all leave it on or off? ��

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why do you wanna off SC?

If I wanna change the taillights to deluxe (LED) type where to get cheap or must buy from Mazda agent? Price? Thks! I order standard.

Edited by Axela525, 03 September 2015 - 11:37 AM.

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why do you wanna off SC?

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Well I switch of i-stop because it wears out the battery, engine and starter motor in the name of fuel economy, but i only spend less than $200 on fuel a month so why would I be motivated to save fuel but trading off the other more expensive parts. �Hence, I'm asking for views on whether if it's worth leaving the DSC on, does it wear out any parts in the name of anti-skid safety? �What's the trade-off, there is always a catch. �So far reading up on the technology it seems only useful for people driving very high speed in a turning situation (where the driver under or over-steer), or in snow or rain, which I don't do any of those.

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Btw I'm asking for opinion, not making a statement about DSC............... [confused]

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why do you wanna off SC?

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Btw I'm asking for opinion, not making a statement about DSC............... [confused]

New to this forum. Enjoying my 5 day old ride.�

Just wondering if the deluxe model have the function of auto lock once the car moves off? �Can any one advise?

New to this forum. Enjoying my 5 day old ride.�
Just wondering if the deluxe model have the function of auto lock once the car moves off? �Can any one advise?

No.

just done 1.1k km...

avg FC is 6.6L per 100km..

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DSC explained

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I would say to you, please do not switch off DSC as it could save your life (and others') which is worth far more than any wear and tear parts. I imagine it could be very important if you had to swerve suddenly in wet conditions- which is not an uncommon thing in Singapore.�

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I can't imagine that it would cause any significant wear and tear anyway as it is mainly a electronic nanny to make sure you don't lose control. The only mechanical bits involved are when the system kicks in to try and keep your car under control.

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Well I switch of i-stop because it wears out the battery, engine and starter motor in the name of fuel economy, but i only spend less than $200 on fuel a month so why would I be motivated to save fuel but trading off the other more expensive parts. �Hence, I'm asking for views on whether if it's worth leaving the DSC on, does it wear out any parts in the name of anti-skid safety? �What's the trade-off, there is always a catch. �So far reading up on the technology it seems only useful for people driving very high speed in a turning situation (where the driver under or over-steer), or in snow or rain, which I don't do any of those.

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Btw I'm asking for opinion, not making a statement about DSC...............

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Switch off your DSC lor, if you like to try drifting in your Mz3. �if not, I would rather leave it on all the time. �

Saw and took a ride on the new CX-3 in Japan recently ...

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The exterior looks good and I am impressed with the finish on the interior of the car.

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But I find the car a little too small ... for those looking at the Mazda 3 .... the CX-3 is a good alternative.

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Switch off your DSC lor, if you like to try drifting in your Mz3. �if not, I would rather leave it on all the time. �

Might as well off the aircon, abs, radio and perhaps dont brake...hahahaha

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Well I switch of i-stop because it wears out the battery, engine and starter motor in the name of fuel economy, but i only spend less than $200 on fuel a month so why would I be motivated to save fuel but trading off the other more expensive parts. �Hence, I'm asking for views on whether if it's worth leaving the DSC on, does it wear out any parts in the name of anti-skid safety? �What's the trade-off, there is always a catch. �So far reading up on the technology it seems only useful for people driving very high speed in a turning situation (where the driver under or over-steer), or in snow or rain, which I don't do any of those.
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Btw I'm asking for opinion, not making a statement about DSC...............

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Well I switch of i-stop because it wears out the battery, engine and starter motor in the name of fuel economy, but i only spend less than $200 on fuel a month so why would I be motivated to save fuel but trading off the other more expensive parts. �Hence, I'm asking for views on whether if it's worth leaving the DSC on, does it wear out any parts in the name of anti-skid safety? �What's the trade-off, there is always a catch. �So far reading up on the technology it seems only useful for people driving very high speed in a turning situation (where the driver under or over-steer), or in snow or rain, which I don't do any of those.
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Btw I'm asking for opinion, not making a statement about DSC...............

U v funny ... Your life more important or some rubber, metal parts more important?

The only time I will off it is when go track. Then can test the driver skills.

Qn.
When ignition during cold start, all Mazda get this plane getting ready to fly noise. Do you wait till its warmed up n quiet before move off?

Or start engine n engage d to move instantly?

I waited.

Edited by Mrmilktooth, 03 September 2015 - 05:05 PM.

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yeah tyre noise annoying.. will change tyres after 2 years .. maybe yokohama db.. quietest tyres

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my FC is 7.3 but im mainly expressway.. powers kicks in at 3-4k rpm

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my m3 came with yokohama tyres... very very quiet. FC is at amazingly 5.4 now after about 3100 km! maybe bcoz of driving on high way more.. about 60-70%

U v funny ... Your life more important or some rubber, metal parts more important?

The only time I will off it is when go track. Then can test the driver skills.

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When ignition during cold start, all Mazda get this plane getting ready to fly noise. Do you wait till its warmed up n quiet before move off?

Or start engine n engage d to move instantly?

I waited.

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no need to wait, can move instantly but just don't rev too hard

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my m3 came with yokohama tyres... very very quiet. FC is at amazingly 5.4 now after about 3100 km! maybe bcoz of driving on high way more.. about 60-70%

Yours came with Yokohama? I tot standard is toyo?

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my m3 came with yokohama tyres... very very quiet. FC is at amazingly 5.4 now after about 3100 km! maybe bcoz of driving on high way more.. about 60-70%

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no need to wait, can move instantly but just don't rev too hard

5.4l per 100... zzzzz have u ever floor ur pedal?

U v funny ... Your life more important or some rubber, metal parts more important?

The only time I will off it is when go track. Then can test the driver skills.

Qn.
When ignition during cold start, all Mazda get this plane getting ready to fly noise. Do you wait till its warmed up n quiet before move off?

Or start engine n engage d to move instantly?

I waited.

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I have been driving more than 20 years, well there was never DSC technology before, and I had never seen my car drift before, am not a racer too. �It's an objective question about a new technology the new M3 just adopted - like the same way I made my own conclusion that i-stop is crap, so I don't see anything funny about the question.

DSC explained

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I would say to you, please do not switch off DSC as it could save your life (and others') which is worth far more than any wear and tear parts. I imagine it could be very important if you had to swerve suddenly in wet conditions- which is not an uncommon thing in Singapore.�

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I can't imagine that it would cause any significant wear and tear anyway as it is mainly a electronic nanny to make sure you don't lose control. The only mechanical bits involved are when the system kicks in to try and keep your car under control.

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Thanks, saw the video before too. �I tend to agree it's worth keeping it on. �

Yours came with Yokohama? I tot standard is toyo?

Depend on shipment. Can be different.

Bros, after reading on the start-stop technology I always switch off the i-stop manually after I start the car. �How about the Dynamic Stability Control - do you all leave it on or off? ��

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I don't turn i-stop off instead I control it with brake pressure. for DSC I turn it off unless road is wet.

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I don't turn i-stop off instead I control it with brake pressure. for DSC I turn it off unless road is wet.

Just leave the DSC on,you may not know when you need it...it won't slow down the car,won't increase the FC...

Depend on shipment. Can be different.

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So lucky for you, mine is also toyo, and has been driving with Yokohama in my old M3 for 7 years, definitely can feel the difference. �

Just wanted to find out where to get stock spare parts eg: wipers, aircon filter, air-filter. [;)]

Just wanted to find out where to get stock spare parts eg: wipers, aircon filter, air-filter.

You can try Fong yat Race course road blk 685 tel:62935722. I bought the cabin air filter for $35. Can goggle for the full address.

Qn.
When ignition during cold start, all Mazda get this plane getting ready to fly noise. Do you wait till its warmed up n quiet before move off?

Or start engine n engage d to move instantly?

I waited.

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I waited as well. Its not going to take too much time for the sound to subside.

Mazda spent millions to research the i-stop technology and have numbers to back them up. They claimed the system can do at least 300000 starts without problem..converting that to �daily use equals 80 to 100 starts a day. Unless you are a taxi driver, i do not think you will even be close to that. Damaging to the engine is a subjective matter as most of us just 'feel' the starter priming the engine but it may not have significant effect if done properly, Mazda even part the cams in place for optimal starting to reduce wear.�

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Talking about wear, stopping the engine for 2 mins, helps the engine to reduce wear too where the piston dont even have to run at all and the temperature in the engine bay is reduced. Less heat = less wear to the surrounding. I do feel that the technology is beneficial over a long run.

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I waited as well. Its not going to take too much time for the sound to subside.

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takes aorund 20+s and i feel it waste fuel to be stationery there..

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i drove off after 10s and slowly accelerate instead today.. felt ok..

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takes aorund 20+s and i feel it waste fuel to be stationery there..
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i drove off after 10s and slowly accelerate instead today.. felt ok..

Doesn't make sense to wait..the engine rpm will be around 1.8k. Might as well drive below 2k rpm and let it warm up by itself.

I did that to all my previous car, turbo charged cars included.

Doesn't make sense to wait..the engine rpm will be around 1.8k. Might as well drive below 2k rpm and let it warm up by itself.

I did that to all my previous car, turbo charged cars included.

The very loud roarr makes me hesitant to move off straight from igniton. Lol

Question:

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Does the standard 3 year base warranty cover all the factory electronics, stereos system etc for all 3 years ?? �- what did it not cover?

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And for the +2 year extended warranty - is it the same coverage or otherwise?

Edited by danzo, 04 September 2015 - 03:16 PM.

The very loud roarr makes me hesitant to move off straight from igniton. Lol

But once u shift to D or N..it will normalise

Mazda spent millions to research the i-stop technology and have numbers to back them up. They claimed the system can do at least 300000 starts without problem..converting that to �daily use equals 80 to 100 starts a day. Unless you are a taxi driver, i do not think you will even be close to that. Damaging to the engine is a subjective matter as most of us just 'feel' the starter priming the engine but it may not have significant effect if done properly, Mazda even part the cams in place for optimal starting to reduce wear.�

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Talking about wear, stopping the engine for 2 mins, helps the engine to reduce wear too where the piston dont even have to run at all and the temperature in the engine bay is reduced. Less heat = less wear to the surrounding. I do feel that the technology is beneficial over a long run.

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Start-stop technology is not unique to Mazda, and there are tons of car forums discussing its pro-and-cons, and I guess there will always 2 banks of view since there simply isn't long enough data to evaluate conclusively its effect on engine wear. �For me because my fuel cost per month is below $200, even if I can save 5% on this amount it's only less than $10. �Plus there is no safety concern unlike in DSC case, so I will choose to off it all the time. �The engine wear is one thing, starter motor is definitely another because to restart it still need a boost from the starter motor. I changed 1 starter motor in old M3, $1k. �Then there is the battery, because of the adoption of i-stop the new M3 can only use a 'special' type of battery, GS Yuasa EIS-Q-85. �According to what I asked the Eurokar service technician the last time, only can be fitted at Mazda AD, and cost more than $400. �This is like a whopping 3 times more expensive battery than previously, I rather not kill it faster.

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Lastly, it simply is irritating to me because while I �sit there waiting for the light to turn green, if with the i-stop on, sometimes you will get a sudden jerk and loud rumbling from the engine. �Just stick with your own personal preference anyway, no harm..

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