mycarforum: 2014 Mazda 3 part 7

Maybe my bargaining power is not strong enough to land a set of solar films, only got a set of mats.

don't be shy to ask your SE again maybe he or she will throw in. If not at least ask them for 3M customized car mat that cost about $175 or else they will give you 3A instead. Must squeeze them jialat jialat one. They need your sales not you need them.

don't be shy to ask your SE again maybe he or she will throw in. If not at least ask them for 3M customized car mat that cost about $175 or else they will give you 3A instead. Must squeeze them jialat jialat one. They need your sales not you need them.

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If such is the case, damn sick lor. Everytime got something that is meant to benefit consumer, in the end benefit business instead.

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Maybe my bargaining power is not strong enough to land a set of solar films, only got a set of mats.

Same here, I bought on same batch as u, price was 99k basic and 106k deluxe, and was only given car mats.. Reason given is their profit margin for our batch is extremely low.. I rem some bros mentioned tat they got free maintenance when they bought the car last yr when Coe was 80k. In short, at diff time/batches of the yr, the freebies they give differ..

Same here, I bought on same batch as u, price was 99k basic and 106k deluxe, and was only given car mats.. Reason given is their profit margin for our batch is extremely low.. I rem some bros mentioned tat they got free maintenance when they bought the car last yr when Coe was 80k. In short, at diff time/batches of the yr, the freebies they give differ..

I got mine at 99k as well, before I signed on the dotted line I asked him what gimmick he is throwing in , if we don't ask they pretend and Kay siao.

bros, is 215/45R17 91Y a suitable tyre for mazda 3? is this consider low profile?

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sorry rather green at this car thing

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i squeezed the SE for discount on car vs the freebies.. the freebies they give sometime inferior one (tell you this value but actually its not) so i rather go get my own which value for $

My COE is Cat A. Should get car by this weekend or early next week. According to SE, should expect aggressive bid over next two rounds of COE as the Car Show has just ended yesterday. Not sure if this is accurate. Recommended to install solar film for $800 incl GST. Can't tell me the brand and spec of film. I have my reservation over his recommendation. Can anyone share info on solar film? For my case my car is parked in HDB covered lots and office building. Do I really need the film taking into consideration that it is only weekend ride with my family.

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you will get your car so fast? Mine only end Sep then come.. SE say Aug production...

Just to check with the bro out there, when you start your car to warm up in the morning, is the engine sounded very loud for the first few minute.

Yes think is louder for Mazda due to skyactive high compression engine. After a few minutes when the rpm goes under 1k it will�sound normal.

I got mine at 99k as well, before I signed on the dotted line I asked him what gimmick he is throwing in , if we don't ask they pretend and Kay siao.

I did ask but was only given car mart.. Nvm, if I fail to secure Coe after six bids, I chg to your SE.. :)

Yes think is louder for Mazda due to skyactive high compression engine. After a few minutes when the rpm goes under 1k it will�sound normal.

bro, sorry to ask a stupid question how long normally we need to warm up, previous ride all have a needle to show, but M3 only shown the temperature icon, must we wait till the blue color icon to went off.

bros, is 215/45R17 91Y a suitable tyre for mazda 3? is this consider low profile?
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sorry rather green at this car thing
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i squeezed the SE for discount on car vs the freebies.. the freebies they give sometime inferior one (tell you this value but actually its not) so i rather go get my own which value for $

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you will get your car so fast? Mine only end Sep then come.. SE say Aug production...

When did you sign the dotted line?
I signed the dotted in May and would have thought it would be between end July early Aug but not the case. Maybe different SE has different priorities of allocation to their clients.

i read on Australia Mazda forum tat the Batt is special bcos of the i-stop technology. u need more current to start the motor within a short time. they faced problems with the Batt during initial launch of the car in 2013 but has since been resolved

The concern is M3 battery is 400-500+ compare to normal battery that cost 100+.
Furthermore you must go back to AD to get replacement battery as the battery need to be "activated" by AD before you can use it. If the ad decided to charge 700 isnt it you got no choice but to pay?

When did you sign the dotted line?
I signed the dotted in May and would have thought it would be between end July early Aug but not the case. Maybe different SE has different priorities of allocation to their clients.

I think you are right, they have different priorities of allocation to their clients, I signed on 13th May, I got my ride on 27th June.

bro, sorry to ask a stupid question how long normally we need to warm up, previous ride all have a needle to show, but M3 only shown the temperature icon, must we wait till the blue color icon to went off.

Some will tell you yes, wait for the blue icon off but some will tell you can straight away drive off but slowly, just don't Rev above 2krpm ....

I think you are right, they have different priorities of allocation to their clients, I signed on 13th May, I got my ride on 27th June.

Bro, is there anything to share since you have been driving for the one week+? Also did you install anti-theft alarm coz I understand it does not include in package. Or anything which you felt let down by this new M3?

Bro, is there anything to share since you have been driving for the one week+? Also did you install anti-theft alarm coz I understand it does not include in package. Or anything which you felt let down by this new M3?

so far the handling is good, fuel consumption not too bad, only minus point is the pick up is slow compared to my previous Altis, but once you travel for a distance the ride is quite comfort. I haven't install anti theft alarm, was looking to install as well.

Some will tell you yes, wait for the blue icon off but some will tell you can straight away drive off but slowly, just don't Rev above 2krpm ....

thanks bro!

The concern is M3 battery is 400-500+ compare to normal battery that cost 100+.
Furthermore you must go back to AD to get replacement battery as the battery need to be "activated" by AD before you can use it. If the ad decided to charge 700 isnt it you got no choice but to pay?

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Yes, agree with you bro.. I get your point. This might be the deal breaker for some bros here..

But again, it depends on how frequent we need to change the batt?

Is it same as normal batt, i.e. abt 2 years once?

With the savings in fuel consumption, i dun mind forking out the extra $$ as long as the batt is reliable and the frequency of replacement is about 2 years..

Bro, is there anything to share since you have been driving for the one week+? Also did you install anti-theft alarm coz I understand it does not include in package. Or anything which you felt let down by this new M3?

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bro, no anti-theft alarm means if the car was forced open, the alarm will not sound?

The AD only provide the keyless entry mechanism and nothing else? OMG... :(

When did you sign the dotted line?
I signed the dotted in May and would have thought it would be between end July early Aug but not the case. Maybe different SE has different priorities of allocation to their clients.

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oh may ah.. i tot you sign last weekend lol

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i signed only 2 weeks ago

so far the handling is good, fuel consumption not too bad, only minus point is the pick up is slow compared to my previous Altis, but once you travel for a distance the ride is quite comfort. I haven't install anti theft alarm, was looking to install as well.
thanks bro!

Did you got the chance to use the Infotainment esp the navigation. I read from earlier same forum that we need to update the software and download into the infotainment system. It is free for 3 years and update bi yearly.

I think you are right, they have different priorities of allocation to their clients, I signed on 13th May, I got my ride on 27th June.

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my SE say its becos the colour and model i chose tats why must wait for Aug production.

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if its BS then maybe the real reason is becos i didnt sign for guranteed coe?

I think you are right, they have different priorities of allocation to their clients, I signed on 13th May, I got my ride on 27th June.

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bro, i believe they prioritize the clients according to the purchase price and date of purchase, i.e. batch of purchase

Assuming people purchase on the same batch, I presume higher priority will be assigned to the one that top up for guaranteed COE, or the one that did not ask for discount in price or the one with NO loyalty rebate (i.e. Mazda change Mazda) of $1k.. In short, whoever pays a higher price will be given a higher priority, tats my guess only lah..

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my SE say its becos the colour and model i chose tats why must wait for Aug production.

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if its BS then maybe the real reason is becos i didnt sign for guranteed coe?

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bro, I think you got it mixed up.. Your SE is correct, its based on color and model you chose, its got nothing to do with guaranteed/non guaranteed COE..

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the SE can only commit on the arrival of the car (i.e. based on production and shipment date), they cannot say for sure when you will get your car cos they cant control when your COE will be secured.

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I heard from my SE that in the global market, the mazda 3 is very popular and the factory is putting in extra effort to fulfill the demand... dunno got "hao siao" boh :p

Edited by fulltime68, 07 July 2014 - 10:51 PM.

bro, sorry to ask a stupid question how long normally we need to warm up, previous ride all have a needle to show, but M3 only shown the temperature icon, must we wait till the blue color icon to went off.

After you take delivery of a new car, always spend abit of time to note the rpm reading of its warmed-up state. The rpm will shoot to a few ks with high rev noise, then drop steadily to just below 1k rpm where it is warmed up. The engine noise would be very muted then.

If possible, drive off only when engine speed drop to less than 1k rpm. I do not depend on temperature meter or icon as will take too long. Some will advocate immediate gradual drive-off after engine start as it is a modern engine but i always play safe abit.

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bro, i believe they prioritize the clients according to the purchase price and date of purchase, i.e. batch of purchase

Assuming people purchase on the same batch, I presume higher priority will be assigned to the one that top up for guaranteed COE, or the one that did not ask for discount in price or the one with NO loyalty rebate (i.e. Mazda change Mazda) of $1k.. In short, whoever pays a higher price will be given a higher priority, tats my guess only lah..

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bro, I think you got it mixed up.. Your SE is correct, its based on color and model you chose, its got nothing to do with guaranteed/non guaranteed COE..

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the SE can only commit on the arrival of the car (i.e. based on production and shipment date), they cannot say for sure when you will get your car cos they cant control when your COE will be secured.

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I heard from my SE that in the global market, the mazda 3 is very popular and the factory is putting in extra effort to fulfill the demand... dunno got "hao siao" boh :p

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thks bro for clearing the air.. glad to know SE was honest

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yeah i next week 1st bidding..i calculate by the time my car arrive in SG also about time 6 bids used up haha..hopefully latest they secure by end aug/early sep.. [drivingcar]
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bro, why pay for the solar firm, can your SE to throw in free, my SE throw in free solar firm but is Rikecool brand with 5 years warranty. They made so much from the commission from the car, make them pay.
I mean ask your SE to throw in
Just to check with the bro out there, when you start your car to warm up in the morning, is the engine sounded very loud for the first few minute.

Yes, it is loud during warming in the morning.

Today, there is a weird "grook grook" sound with vibration during idling in Drive mode. It comes when the RPM falls below 1. Not sure why :(
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Yes, it is loud during warming in the morning.

Today, there is a weird "grook grook" sound with vibration during idling in Drive mode. It comes when the RPM falls below 1. Not sure why :(
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Yes,it is normal,for fast warm up,extra fuel is injected into the engine,when the engine is cold,idling speed is about 1450rpm,our cars got very high compression,sound is unavoidable[sounded like Diesel engine [thumbsdown] � [furious] � �]....during idling,maybe you can go back to agent...to check it out.?

Edited by ER-3682, 08 July 2014 - 07:15 AM.

hmm.. so the high compression engine so far is giving more cons then pros? Like no bros say the engine good haha

hmm.. so the high compression engine so far is giving more cons then pros? Like no bros say the engine good haha

My 2L engine is definitely not any noisier than other makes I owned before. But the warm up time seems to be shorter which is good,�most likely�due to the high compression design. Not complaining. Power also definitely not lacking when pushed, for a NA engine that is.

hmm.. so the high compression engine so far is giving more cons then pros? Like no bros say the engine good haha

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who says engine no good??? define engine no good please.....any news� of engine failure?... if engine noise is the gauge, then can i say all diesel engine are junk?..... hehehe...
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who says engine no good??? define engine no good please.....any news� of engine failure?... if engine noise is the gauge, then can i say all diesel engine are junk?..... hehehe...
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Yeah la bro.. I also sign for the M3 but like so many ppl seem to say its noisy la, underpowered, missing features.. Makes think twice a bit

Yeah la bro.. I also sign for the M3 but like so many ppl seem to say its noisy la, underpowered, missing features.. Makes think twice a bit

If you had done your research prior to signing on the dotted line, you shouldn't be worrying about these now...

Any M3 user try pumping 92 petrol? Normally for high compression engone require high octane level of petrol

If you had done your research prior to signing on the dotted line, you shouldn't be worrying about these now...

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lol yeah didnt do research.. wen there look see... like the design like the features ..buy

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no other cars comparable at these price range anyway [bigcry]

So far my ride has been great. Fuel efficiency is very good, abt ave 7.5l to 8l per 100km ( came frm SUV so lotsa savings to me). Power is ok, need to step bit more during drive off, but feels good once ard 2-3 gear. For me I pump 98 frm start so can't compare with 95.

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lol yeah didnt do research.. wen there look see... like the design like the features ..buy
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no other cars comparable at these price range anyway

Just remember one man's meat is another man's poison. For some people, the lack of a boot lid lever within the car is a big thing and sufficient to make them rethink getting the car. Others are willing to accept having their cars towed to the workshop every now and then as the price to pay for greater driving enjoyment or prestige. At the end of the day, as long as the car meets your needs and wants, it's a good car regardless of what others may say. :)

Just been informed yesterday my M3 is confirmed after 3rd attempt for non guaranteed COE. Will be heading down to pay the remaining sum tomorrow. Originally COE pegged at $51k. Checked my bidding in One Motoring, the QP is $63180. Does it mean my COE is at this amount?

Am new. I checked COE results n think your premium is from the bidding on 4-6-14. Just curious why ur SE took a month to inform u. Is it they got ur COE but shipment of ur car just arrived. Maybe u find out n let us know.

Hope all bros who made booking recently hv good luck in securing COE at 4pm later (if not, next round)

Any M3 user try pumping 92 petrol? Normally for high compression engone require high octane level of petrol

Not advisable,98 petrol will maximum performance.

Just remember one man's meat is another man's poison. For some people, the lack of a boot lid lever within the car is a big thing and sufficient to make them rethink getting the car. Others are willing to accept having their cars towed to the workshop every now and then as the price to pay for greater driving enjoyment or prestige. At the end of the day, as long as the car meets your needs and wants, it's a good car regardless of what others may say. :)

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Just remember one man's meat is another man's poison. For some people, the lack of a boot lid lever within the car is a big thing and sufficient to make them rethink getting the car. Others are willing to accept having their cars towed to the workshop every now and then as the price to pay for greater driving enjoyment or prestige. At the end of the day, as long as the car meets your needs and wants, it's a good car regardless of what others may say. :)

Yup buy what u like. When I commented on the boot latch I was coming from the view point that should basic stuff should be in there and Mazda will not be able to cut much cost omitting it. But I am driving a stationwagon for more than 5 years and I love it. The funny thing is my car DOES NOT have a boot latch. lol. So your money your call.

Am new. I checked COE results n think your premium is from the bidding on 4-6-14. Just curious why ur SE took a month to inform u. Is it they got ur COE but shipment of ur car just arrived. Maybe u find out n let us know.

Hope all bros who made booking recently hv good luck in securing COE at 4pm later (if not, next round)

When signed in May, was told stock arriving sometimes in July. The color I chose is also available in their shipment. I got this after 3rd attempts. As mentioned previously by other forum readers, a stroke of luck and the SE who took my order may have contributed to confirm the delivery by early next week. Not forgetting that over last weekend, there were brisk sales in the Car show in Expo.

Mazda 3 owners, would it be possible if you could help me check what is your car's RPM when the car is in drive mode, idle and with the brake applied?

Mine is about 500 rpm and there are vibration and humming noise coming seemingly from the dashboard. No such noise or vibration when in P or N mode or when the brake is disengaged. Quite frustrated with the noise and vibration. Just started this week, mileage at 5k.

Edited by snowdust, 09 July 2014 - 01:13 PM.

Not advisable,98 petrol will maximum performance.

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i think the best would be V-power fuel.

any idea was is the minimum requirement for M3 is ron92 or ron95 ?
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just for sharing - For those of you tat signed on the dotted line but yet to secure COE, u may use the following link to chk how much Mazda bid for u and your bid status. Good luck! https://ocoe.lta.gov...erTypeAction.do

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i think the best would be V-power fuel.
any idea was is the minimum requirement for M3 is ron92 or ron95 ?
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Minimum on paper is Ron95.

just for sharing - For those of you tat signed on the dotted line but yet to secure COE, u may use the following link to chk how much Mazda bid for u and your bid status. Good luck! https://ocoe.lta.gov...erTypeAction.do

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thk bro! very useful for newbie like me [thumbsup]

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but i got qns.. i key in my IC but no match found... meaning they didnt bid for me?

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thk bro! very useful for newbie like me
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but i got qns.. i key in my IC but no match found... meaning they didnt bid for me?

yes tat means no bid.. Fyi, they also didn't bid for me on my first bidding..today was my 4/6 non guaranteed bid.. still didn't secure.. super Sian liao..

Announcement of �Aug-Nov COE quota coming soon and an expectation of higher quota, and COE price expecting to fall further (see how much COE move despite 3 weeks worth of orders and bids more than double the no. of quota in Cat A), ADs could be waiting to make bids later (higher margin for them)

yes tat means no bid.. Fyi, they also didn't bid for me on my first bidding..today was my 4/6 non guaranteed bid.. still didn't secure.. super Sian liao..

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thks! oh i tot you got your car already.. wat model and colour did u choose?

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too bad they didnt have this edition

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i hope they bring this grille light in [bounce2] � its currently available in Japan

Announcement of �Aug-Nov COE quota coming soon and an expectation of higher quota, and COE price expecting to fall further (see how much COE move despite 3 weeks worth of orders and bids more than double the no. of quota in Cat A), ADs could be waiting to make bids later (higher m
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Well said.. the possible drop in coe was one reason y i did not top up 3k to for guaranteed coe..

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thks! oh i tot you got your car already.. wat model and colour did u choose?
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too bad they didnt have this edition
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i bought the deluxe model in metallic silver.. black interior. how abt. u? when did u placed your order?

i bought the deluxe model in metallic silver.. black interior. how abt. u? when did u placed your order?

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i got the deluxe sedan in deep crystal blue.. initially wanted the hatchback but sedan was $4k cheaper

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ordered 2 weeks ago

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i hope they bring this grille light in � its currently available in Japan

Doubt this will be legal in Singapore... Looks nice though!!

Doubt this will be legal in Singapore... Looks nice though!!

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if its brought in by AD will still be consider illegal?
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if its brought in by AD will still be consider illegal?
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Doubt it will be approved for AD to bring in...

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thks! oh i tot you got your car already.. wat model and colour did u choose?
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too bad they didnt have this edition
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Thanks for sharing the YouTube. Unfortunately, we do not have much choices to choose over color of seats. Also Bose speakers only found in M6 locally here.

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thks! oh i tot you got your car already.. wat model and colour did u choose?

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too bad they didnt have this edition

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S'pore bound cars,due to the OMV issue,alot of things has been deleted... [furious] � [thumbsdown]

Thanks for sharing the YouTube. Unfortunately, we do not have much choices to choose over color of seats. Also Bose speakers only found in M6 locally here.

Bose speakers only on the top of line Mazda 6,2.5 model.

They could at least offer the options they removed as add on

I would love to have the Bose speakers... Can't mid too cos I scared void warranty..

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Anyone gonna do solar films? My SE not giving cos u squeezed him on the price..

Any bro got recommendations? I search found absolute tint price and quality to b gd

How many liters can M3 accommodate for Full Tank? Anyone care to share

yes tat means no bid.. Fyi, they also didn't bid for me on my first bidding..today was my 4/6 non guaranteed bid.. still didn't secure.. super Sian liao..

Bro, dun be sian... can understand ur feeling, sort of anxiety while waiting for the breakthrough. Have faith lah. When coming to the 6/6, they will die-die put a high bid for u. As bro L23 posted on 19th last month, "the company will not let any fish swim through their net"

BTW quite a number of ppl expect LTA to release 10 to 15% more quota for the next quarter. If tis come true, COE premium will surely slides. But then since so many 'thirsty' old car owners are waiting to come in, I think the fall wun be a lot.

How many liters can M3 accommodate for Full Tank? Anyone care to share

Should be 55 litres...Mazda 6 is 62 litres.

what is the recommended ron fuel for maz 3? what about engine oil what specs?

what is the recommended ron fuel for maz 3? what about engine oil what specs?

I read from US Mz3 forum they are using 0-20w for America and 5-30w for non america market.

i bought the deluxe model in metallic silver.. black interior. how abt. u? when did u placed your order?

Bro , u get your COE this time round ma?

Actually, the longer u wait, u can save more wor since COE is going downward now.

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1. If COE drop lower than your rebate value, you can some cash back..

2. Or else, they used up yr 6 bids, they return u the deposit , you can go buy again. I believe the 2nd round of your purchase should be much lower than your 1st purchase since COE will be down significantly [bounce2] �

Bro , u get your COE this time round ma?
Actually, the longer u wait, u can save more wor since COE is going downward now.
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1. If COE drop lower than your rebate value, you can some cash back..
2. Or else, they used up yr 6 bids, they return u the deposit , you can go buy again. I believe the 2nd round of your purchase should be much lower than your 1st purchase since COE will be down significantly �

Bro, didn't get.. very kek sim liao.. 4/6 bids are up. at least this time they upped their bid.. my Coe rebate is 50k, i hope next rd coe stabilize to Ard 60k then most prob can secure.. dun drop too much lah, else i Boh hua. Haha...

I bought at 106k, current price is abt 111k.. even if i dun secure after six bids, i doubt the price Will drop back to 100+k.. AD might have sufficient orders on hand liao to stabilize the coe price..

Anyway thks for everyone's concern.. i v touched.. :)

Bro , u get your COE this time round ma?

Actually, the longer u wait, u can save more wor since COE is going downward now.

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1. If COE drop lower than your rebate value, you can some cash back..

2. Or else, they used up yr 6 bids, they return u the deposit , you can go buy again. I believe the 2nd round of your purchase should be much lower than your 1st purchase since COE will be down significantly �

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think the rebate value quite low leh.. abt 52k? COE needs drop like crazy to get money back..

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the recent bidding was $91 more than the previous one

Should be 55 litres...Mazda 6 is 62 litres.

Thank you, ER3682 for this information.
I read from the M3 specification on the Interior Mirror - "Inner Mirror (Day/Night) Auto" - don't understand how this mirror function. Anyone knows on this definition?

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Bro, didn't get.. very kek sim liao.. 4/6 bids are up. at least this time they upped their bid.. my Coe rebate is 50k, i hope next rd coe stabilize to Ard 60k then most prob can secure.. dun drop too much lah, else i Boh hua. Haha...

I bought at 106k, current price is abt 111k.. even if i dun secure after six bids, i doubt the price Will drop back to 100+k.. AD might have sufficient orders on hand liao to stabilize the coe price..

Anyway thks for everyone's concern.. i v touched.. :)

Bro, did you press your SE for Open Cat COE?
Since bro vdln0248 got an Open Cat COE, you should as well in theory but not sure what their criteria is.

Did they ask you to top up so far?

Either way since you hv used up 4/6 attempts, just ride out the last 2 attempts as maybe Mazda will bid higher nearer the end. Good Luck!!�

Bro , u get your COE this time round ma?
Actually, the longer u wait, u can save more wor since COE is going downward now.
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1. If COE drop lower than your rebate value, you can some cash back..
2. Or else, they used up yr 6 bids, they return u the deposit , you can go buy again. I believe the 2nd round of your purchase should be much lower than your 1st purchase since COE will be down significantly �

Fully agreed. Imagine 2 or 3 rounds later, COE drops to 55k, AD will lower rebate level, so car price will be cheaper by few K unless other factors kick in? So pay lower price for the same car.

For my case, I booked a Korean 1.6 end of last yr. As COE was strong all the way, AD din put in high bids for me. As a result, I got the refund of deposit back after 6 attempts. At that time, I was damn disappointed. Since then I sit back n just watching. Now price for that car is cheaper by >10k. On hindsight, it's not a bad thing for me. So by mid next yr, COE premium might fall by 10k, who knows?

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Bro, did you press your SE for Open Cat COE?
Since bro vdln0248 got an Open Cat COE, you should as well in theory but not sure what their criteria is.

Did they ask you to top up so far?

Either way since you hv used up 4/6 attempts, just ride out the last 2 attempts as maybe Mazda will bid higher nearer the end. Good Luck!!�

My COE was under Cat A.

When for test drive earlier, found the engine performance�and internal space so so only,�but�beautiful interior finishing and leather seats.��

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My COE was under Cat A.

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Sorry bro misread your previous posts then!

Anyway, think you bought same price as bro Fulltime68 so if you got, he shld have got as well but we never know how they allocate the COEs.

if they dun secure my COE for me within 6 bids and refund me .. then i will just bring my business to others..

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cos they wasted my precious time

if they dun secure my COE for me within 6 bids and refund me .. then i will just bring my business to others..
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cos they wasted my precious time

We'll said. Tis exactly how I felt few mths ago after getting back the money.

But based on current trend, this scenario shldn't happen to u. Think u and bro Fulltime68 will get it next round, purely guessing :)

We'll said. Tis exactly how I felt few mths ago after getting back the money.

But based on current trend, this scenario shldn't happen to u. Think u and bro Fulltime68 will get it next round, purely guessing :)

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thank you for your well wishes!

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Just realized my typo error. It shld be 'well said', not 'we'll said', hehe

So far still waiting COE to fall further than enter again. Hope my ride ???dun give problems during the waiting period. Still prefer a Jap car.

if they dun secure my COE for me within 6 bids and refund me .. then i will just bring my business to others..

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cos they wasted my precious time

Powerful statement!!

I like! [thumbsup]

Thank you, ER3682 for this information.
I read from the M3 specification on the Interior Mirror - "Inner Mirror (Day/Night) Auto" - don't understand how this mirror function. Anyone knows on this definition?

It is anti glare rear view mirror,switch it on,even behind shine high beam at you,your mirror only see 2 'spots' on it.

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Hi, does anyone know what is the loan interest rate mazda is offering?

It is anti glare rear view mirror,switch it on,even behind shine high beam at you,your mirror only see 2 'spots' on it.
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Well explained ER3682. So whenever I want only "2 spots", just switch it on. Hehehe

Hi, does anyone know what is the loan interest rate mazda is offering?

2.28%

Snowdust: My rpm at idle is abt 750.. 500 maybe too low? No vibs frm mine so far, but im only near 1k mileage.

what is the recommended ron fuel for maz 3? what about engine oil what specs?

S'pore Agent using 0w-20,100% Syn Mazda Eco oil...Petrol.?Due to the very high compression engine,using 98 will give Max performance. [thumbsup] �

Fully agreed. Imagine 2 or 3 rounds later, COE drops to 55k, AD will lower rebate level, so car price will be cheaper by few K unless other factors kick in? So pay lower price for the same car.

For my case, I booked a Korean 1.6 end of last yr. As COE was strong all the way, AD din put in high bids for me. As a result, I got the refund of deposit back after 6 attempts. At that time, I was damn disappointed. Since then I sit back n just watching. Now price for that car is cheaper by >10k. On hindsight, it's not a bad thing for me. So by mid next yr, COE premium might fall by 10k, who knows?

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no worries, the 10k fall should be coming by end of this year, probably even sooner....

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Wouldn't it affect your trade in value for your used car if the COE falls? When I bought mine, the top up�guarantee COE is 4K. But I got a high trade in value for my car.

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If I would have waited, it would have been lower plus I got new 6 month road tax, new tires, save a bit on fuel and new�warranty. Now the price of M3 also up given that it is a popular car.

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So give or take it comes out to be the same.�

2.28%

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not 2.6%? Thought that's was on the online pricelist brochure.

Edited by Lala81, 11 July 2014 - 12:47 PM.

For those interested. This is what I have done to the car.�

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1) Got the car mat from Maxtrend interior and trunk.

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2) Installed Solar film from Tintsy Cool. 99%UV/IR front and sunroof. 80%UV/IR for the rest. Had used coolnlite, Huber optik and 3M crystalline before. I can't tell the difference so went for a local brand instead. Much cheaper and 10 years warranty. So far so good. Car is much cooler. AC is on 22-23. Before was 19.

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3) Installed Blackvue 530 (Front and back) and external battery Cellink B. Cam will use the external battery. Once out of power, it will shut down. It will not use the car battery. Charges when you drive the car.�

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4) Installed Focal PS 165 F for front speaker and tweeter. What a world of difference! Might install mosconi amp and DSP later on. But I think for now it is good enough. I don't spend a lot of time in my car.�

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5) Coating - Still thinking which to go for Ceramic Pro, Honjyo or Amazing Glaze? All use about the same technology. Ceramic Pro is the most expensive. But leaning towards Amzaing Glaze as it is the cheapest.�

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Enjoy your ride guys!

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Lol.. Me did the car mat, tintsy cool platinum, blackvue 500hd and revol glass paint protection. :)

Snowdust: My rpm at idle is abt 750.. 500 maybe too low? No vibs frm mine so far, but im only near 1k mileage.

Thanks, Adrian. Is that when you are stepping the brake? RPM will falls if brake is engaged.

For those interested. This is what I have done to the car.�
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1) Got the car mat from Maxtrend interior and trunk.
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2) Installed Solar film from Tintsy Cool. 99%UV/IR front and sunroof. 80%UV/IR for the rest. Had used coolnlite, Huber optik and 3M crystalline before. I can't tell the difference so went for a local brand instead. Much cheaper and 10 years warranty. So far so good. Car is much cooler. AC is on 22-23. Before was 19.
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3) Installed Blackvue 530 (Front and back) and external battery Cellink B. Cam will use the external battery. Once out of power, it will shut down. It will not use the car battery. Charges when you drive the car.�
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4) Installed Focal PS 165 F for front speaker and tweeter. What a world of difference! Might install mosconi amp and DSP later on. But I think for now it is good enough. I don't spend a lot of time in my car.�
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5) Coating - Still thinking which to go for Ceramic Pro, Honjyo or Amazing Glaze? All use about the same technology. Ceramic Pro is the most expensive. But leaning towards Amzaing Glaze as it is the cheapest.�
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Enjoy your ride guys!
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Thanks for the update! Can share how much and where you install the cameras? Are the wires hidden and was there any dismantling of the car interior?

Thanks, Adrian. Is that when you are stepping the brake? RPM will falls if brake is engaged.

Thanks for the update! Can share how much and where you install the cameras? Are the wires hidden and was there any dismantling of the car interior?

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Price from car show. Free installation done with Chuan Sing �Serangoon Garden Way

DR530W - 2 CH Lite 458 (HD+HD) This what I got.

DR550GW-2CH 558 (Full HD + HD).

DR500GW HD 398 (Full HD)

DR500 HD Lite 298 Full HD)

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Power Magic 50

T Power plus 198

Cellink B 348 This is what I got.

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All wires hidden except for those to the camera. Some dismantling. But car parts are easily taken apart and put back. They will tap from the fuse box below the glove compartment. My brother got the Power Magic. His has a switch. I got the cellink B battery. The battery is hidden behind the glove compartment.

Lol.. Me did the car mat, tintsy cool platinum, blackvue 500hd and revol glass paint protection. :)

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How much and how long it takes to coat the car? :)�I just checked.�Fantastic!�Open on Sunday and close to my house.

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Edited by Noelleong2000, 11 July 2014 - 01:44 PM.

Snowdust: yes 750 when stepped on brakes but not hard enuf to activate istop.

Noelleong: Revol did in abt 5hrs. Good workmanship I would recommend. Cost $518. Ceramic will be $100 more.

Snowdust: yes 750 when stepped on brakes but not hard enuf to activate istop.

Noelleong: Revol did in abt 5hrs. Good workmanship I would recommend. Cost $518. Ceramic will be $100 more.

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not 2.6%? Thought that's was on the online pricelist brochure.

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Thats what hong leong offers

Bro some qns hope you can help

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1) Got the car mat from Maxtrend interior and trunk.

why not use the original one till it wears out?

2) Installed Solar film from Tintsy Cool. 99%UV/IR front and sunroof. 80%UV/IR for the rest. Had used coolnlite, Huber optik and 3M crystalline before. I can't tell the difference so went for a local brand instead. Much cheaper and 10 years warranty. So far so good. Car is much cooler. AC is on 22-23. Before was 19.

Bro can let me know how much and take how long to complete? Im interested too

3) Installed Blackvue 530 (Front and back) and external battery Cellink B. Cam will use the external battery. Once out of power, it will shut down. It will not use the car battery. Charges when you drive the car.�

Quite ex right? total damage is 600+?

4) Installed Focal PS 165 F for front speaker and tweeter. What a world of difference! Might install mosconi amp and DSP later on. But I think for now it is good enough. I don't spend a lot of time in my car.�

Bro wont this void the warranty?

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5) Coating - Still thinking which to go for Ceramic Pro, Honjyo or Amazing Glaze? All use about the same technology. Ceramic Pro is the most expensive. But leaning towards Amzaing Glaze as it is the cheapest.�

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Enjoy your ride guys!

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Snowdust: yes 750 when stepped on brakes but not hard enuf to activate istop.

Noelleong: Revol did in abt 5hrs. Good workmanship I would recommend. Cost $518. Ceramic will be $100 more.

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bro i read the forums some say cannot wash car with soap aka petrol stn wash if you apply the paint protection?�

For those interested. This is what I have done to the car.�
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1) Got the car mat from Maxtrend interior and trunk.
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2) Installed Solar film from Tintsy Cool. 99%UV/IR front and sunroof. 80%UV/IR for the rest. Had used coolnlite, Huber optik and 3M crystalline before. I can't tell the difference so went for a local brand instead. Much cheaper and 10 years warranty. So far so good. Car is much cooler. AC is on 22-23. Before was 19.
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3) Installed Blackvue 530 (Front and back) and external battery Cellink B. Cam will use the external battery. Once out of power, it will shut down. It will not use the car battery. Charges when you drive the car.�
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4) Installed Focal PS 165 F for front speaker and tweeter. What a world of difference! Might install mosconi amp and DSP later on. But I think for now it is good enough. I don't spend a lot of time in my car.�
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5) Coating - Still thinking which to go for Ceramic Pro, Honjyo or Amazing Glaze? All use about the same technology. Ceramic Pro is the most expensive. But leaning towards Amzaing Glaze as it is the cheapest.�
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Enjoy your ride guys!
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Congra. Wow, I know Focal is top brand for home speakers so likewise must be the same for car audio. And other stuff are high end too.

U've spent a lot for ur new ride but it's only a fraction compared to the car price. Worth it! Enjoy ur new toy. I'm envious of u, bro :)

Bro some qns hope you can help

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1) Got the car mat from Maxtrend interior and trunk.

why not use the original one till it wears out?

Origin hard to clean. I never use�origin mats. Mostly 3M.

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Bro can let me know how much and take how long to complete? Im interested too

About 2 plus hours. About 700+

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Quite ex right? total damage is 600+?

800+. I got external battery pack so more ex but�will not�interfere with car battery.

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Bro wont this void the warranty?

If mod engine,�definitely the warranty will be void. But speakers are very minor. Just a�replacement of existing speakers. Everything remains the same.

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My BMW have brake�screeching issue, which was under�warranty. Answer from Germany was that it is a known�issue. That was it. No�replacement. Went back more than 20 times. I gave up and sold the car.�

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So warranty is quite subjective.�

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Enjoy your ride guys!

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Edited by Noelleong2000, 11 July 2014 - 04:18 PM.

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Bro some qns hope you can help

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1) Got the car mat from Maxtrend interior and trunk.

why not use the original one till it wears out?

Origin hard to clean. I never use�origin mats. Mostly 3M.

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2) Installed Solar film from Tintsy Cool. 99%UV/IR front and sunroof. 80%UV/IR for the rest. Had used coolnlite, Huber optik and 3M crystalline before. I can't tell the difference so went for a local brand instead. Much cheaper and 10 years warranty. So far so good. Car is much cooler. AC is on 22-23. Before was 19.

Bro can let me know how much and take how long to complete? Im interested too

About 2 plus hours. About 700+

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3) Installed Blackvue 530 (Front and back) and external battery Cellink B. Cam will use the external battery. Once out of power, it will shut down. It will not use the car battery. Charges when you drive the car.�

Quite ex right? total damage is 600+?

800+. I got external battery pack so more ex but�will not�interfere with car battery.

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4) Installed Focal PS 165 F for front speaker and tweeter. What a world of difference! Might install mosconi amp and DSP later on. But I think for now it is good enough. I don't spend a lot of time in my car.�

Bro wont this void the warranty?

If mod engine,�definitely the warranty will be void. But speakers are very minor. Just a�replacement of existing speakers. Everything remains the same.

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My BMW have brake�screeching issue, which was under�warranty. Answer from Germany was that it is a known�issue. That was it. No�replacement. Went back more than 20 times. I gave up and sold the car.�

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So warranty is quite subjective.�

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Thanks bro Noel, looks like i need to break another piggy bank. I also wanna do the solar film, camera, paint protection and sound system haha

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My friend who got his M3 recently told me that his colleagues all give top marks for the style of it's class. According to him, the ride is smooth on the road n it would be good if the power can be better. However he said that the back seat with the head rest is rather high. Becos of the design, the rear view is quite limited n sometimes he finds it a challenge to park when come to 'difficult' lot. (his model dun have the parking camera like the Deluxe) Of course he is still new with his car but he's a seasoned driver, having several cars before.

Any comments from the bros who have the M3?

My friend who got his M3 recently told me that his colleagues all give top marks for the style of it's class. According to him, the ride is smooth on the road n it would be good if the power can be better. However he said that the back seat with the head rest is rather high. Becos of the design, the rear view is quite limited n sometimes he finds it a challenge to park when come to 'difficult' lot. (his model dun have the parking camera like the Deluxe) Of course he is still new with his car but he's a seasoned driver, having several cars before.

Any comments from the bros who have the M3?

Just took my car this morning. Mine is a Deluxe model, the rear camera does help in my reserve parking. The handling is very good and solid, apart from the power which can be better. But it's ok for my ride. As what some of forum readers commented, it's a Japanese car with internal conti feel. Still exploring since it is my first day. The manual is about 1 inch thick, lots to digest. It was nice of the company to preset all the local FM radio channels and the map as well. That really help to save the hassle of initial programming/set up.

S'pore Agent using 0w-20,100% Syn Mazda Eco oil...Petrol.?Due to the very high compression engine,using 98 will give Max performance. �

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while 0w-20 is recommended, what other spec/weight oils are in the 'approved listing'�?

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Is 5-20�, 5-30�, 5-40�in the listing? I guess 10-40 is totally out?

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while 0w-20 is recommended, what other spec/weight oils are in the 'approved listing'�?

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Is 5-20�, 5-30�, 5-40�in the listing? I guess 10-40 is totally out?

Well Malaysia using 5w-30....since our agent used 0w-20,must well follow it.

1k svc today! No prob so far for me. Have confirmed tt the car batt is special, can't get elsewhere in the mkt except Mazda - although this batt is supposed to be tougher to withstand the istop. They also mentioned that their engine oil is frm Jap and lasts 10kmileage.

Anyone knows where to get oem accessories and body kits for M3? Thk rear boot lip is nice.

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bro i read the forums some say cannot wash car with soap aka petrol stn wash if you apply the paint protection?�

They me the same thing too.. But I find its not practical cuz water can't rid dirt and oil... Might scratch up the car more. Shampoo can lubricate and makes washing easier which is wat I'm doing weekly still. Even applied another layer of sonax extreme brilliant detailer after tt. Lol.

Just took my car this morning. Mine is a Deluxe model, the rear camera does help in my reserve parking. The handling is very good and solid, apart from the power which can be better. But it's ok for my ride. As what some of forum readers commented, it's a Japanese car with internal conti feel. Still exploring since it is my first day. The manual is about 1 inch thick, lots to digest. It was nice of the company to preset all the local FM radio channels and the map as well. That really help to save the hassle of initial programming/set up.

Congrats bro!

Do let us know if the navigation is any good? I thinking of de-commissioning my gps .. Prefer not to have too many stuff on the dash.

Thks!

Congrats bro!

Do let us know if the navigation is any good? I thinking of de-commissioning my gps .. Prefer not to have too many stuff on the dash.

Thks!

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Didn't get the chance of using the navigation but will certainly do so. Will keep you updated once done.

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Just took my car this morning. Mine is a Deluxe model, the rear camera does help in my reserve parking. The handling is very good and solid, apart from the power which can be better. But it's ok for my ride. As what some of forum readers commented, it's a Japanese car with internal conti feel. Still exploring since it is my first day. The manual is about 1 inch thick, lots to digest. It was nice of the company to preset all the local FM radio channels and the map as well. That really help to save the hassle of initial programming/set up.

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Hi Vdln0248,

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its good that u give review on your new ride, what was your previous ride? it will be great at least we know that the handling is better compare to your previous ride :)

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TIA

1k svc today! No prob so far for me. Have confirmed tt the car batt is special, can't get elsewhere in the mkt except Mazda - although this batt is supposed to be tougher to withstand the istop. They also mentioned that their engine oil is frm Jap and lasts 10kmileage.

Anyone knows where to get oem accessories and body kits for M3? Thk rear boot lip is nice.

How special is the battery? ... I'm skeptical for such a b&b car need a special batt.... What should I do if my batt flat when up north?... Hehehe

How special is the battery? ... I'm skeptical for such a b&b car need a special batt.... What should I do if my batt flat when up north?... Hehehe

The battery is probably AGM. Meant for cars with start stop. You can always use a normal battery but maybe the life would be shorter since it undergoes many more starts. But even if you change batteries more often it might even be cheaper as AGM batteries are not cheap.

They me the same thing too.. But I find its not practical cuz water can't rid dirt and oil... Might scratch up the car more. Shampoo can lubricate and makes washing easier which is wat I'm doing weekly still. Even applied another layer of sonax extreme brilliant detailer after tt. Lol.

just did my PPS with Amazing Glaze today, got it during the car fair, according to the staff you can use shampoo to wash the car as long the shampoo does not contain wax.

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Hi Vdln0248,
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its good that u give review on your new ride, what was your previous ride? it will be great at least we know that the handling is better compare to your previous ride :)
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TIA

Hi TIA
My previous was a Latio. Simple B&B car. Start off is slower than the current. Also a decent car without much bell n whistles. It is quieter when on the move as compared to now. The rear seats and booth were much generous. At the end of the day, it is up to individual taste. I traded my Latio at a decent price of 38k for a 7 yrs car in which I was a 2nd owner. Would have continued to use but thought I wanted a changed.

The battery is probably AGM. Meant for cars with start stop. You can always use a normal battery but maybe the life would be shorter since it undergoes many more starts. But even if you change batteries more often it might even be cheaper as AGM batteries are not cheap.

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not true at all. what i heard is that you cant use outside battery at all. you must go back to the dealer because when you put a normal battery the car cannot start at all. if you run out of battery in malaysia you might have to tow the car back to singapore

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any mazda se can verify on this?

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not true at all. what i heard is that you cant use outside battery at all. you must go back to the dealer because when you put a normal battery the car cannot start at all. if you run out of battery in malaysia you might have to tow the car back to singapore

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any mazda se can verify on this?

No need to tow back to S'pore,Mazda got alot of workshop in M'sia.

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not true at all. what i heard is that you cant use outside battery at all. you must go back to the dealer because when you put a normal battery the car cannot start at all. if you run out of battery in malaysia you might have to tow the car back to singapore

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any mazda se can verify on this?

Sound like Singapore car is so pampered....

Cannot use MY petrol, diesel, road and now battery.... [bounce1] � ��

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not true at all. what i heard is that you cant use outside battery at all. you must go back to the dealer because when you put a normal battery the car cannot start at all. if you run out of battery in malaysia you might have to tow the car back to singapore

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any mazda se can verify on this?

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nonsense la. you let a lousy SE smoke you. please read up on AGM and stop start batteries.

Sound like Singapore car is so pampered....
Cannot use MY petrol, diesel, road and now battery.... � ��

Sg supremacy mentality?.. Hehehe...

Just done my 1k servicing today. Checked with service consultant, the battery will cost about $300. They will only change the engine oil at 10K.

Just done my 1k servicing today. Checked with service consultant, the battery will cost about $300. They will only change the engine oil at 10K.

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hey monster so how the car been for you?

Just done my 1k servicing today. Checked with service consultant, the battery will cost about $300. They will only change the engine oil at 10K.

When i first changed my oil at 800 km,[my friend workshop],my friend suck out the oil,for me to see,surprise.....!!!!So dark,to keep the factory filled oil till 10,000km,i really no confident...

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hey monster so how the car been for you?

hi statr22, so far so good for me.

When i first changed my oil at 800 km,[my friend workshop],my friend suck out the oil,for me to see,surprise.....!!!!So dark,to keep the factory filled oil till 10,000km,i really no confident...

I asked the SC this morning what if I insist to change the oil, answer was we will not recommend. Confused now. Btw any bro use turtle wax F21 shampoo before on car that done with paint protection, as it stated there will not strip away existing wax.

If mz3 really require a special 'battery' to work, it falls to my number 2 choice straightaway.... I don't like 'special' stuff for a b&b car... B&B car is there for reason...

If mz3 really require a special 'battery' to work, it falls to my number 2 choice straightaway.... I don't like 'special' stuff for a b&b car... B&B car is there for reason...

Mazda cars,in order to to make it the lowest emission[non hybrid] car,it needs to use start/stop,i-Eloop,same as most German cars,so it needs the so called special 'Battery"...that is why,it got the lowest emission in it's class,for Mazda 3 & 6.

hi statr22, so far so good for me.
I asked the SC this morning what if I insist to change the oil, answer was we will not recommend. Confused now. Btw any bro use turtle wax F21 shampoo before on car that done with paint protection, as it stated there will not strip away existing wax.

The Service advisor will tell you this,but even my 800km oil change,i still change another time at 5000km[own pay]...for a peace of mind & for my engine longlife.

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