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Posted 31 October 2010 - 07:33 PM

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I'm a new driver. Still a student and my dad wants to get me a car of about RM70k to RM95k.

You might be wondering why am I posting this over here. The reason is because I am looking for a 2nd hand car with this amount of money. I know I am a new driver with about 8 months of experience so I know I am proned to scratching the car or something. So I am looking into 2nd hand cars.

I have a list of cars to choose.

1. Used Volvo S40
2. New Kia Forte SX
3. New Honda City Grade E
4. Used Smartforfour
5. Used Honda Civic

I wanted to get the Kia Forte due to its bang for buck value but then I heard they have a lot of issues cause of Naza's service. Bad.

Honda City, too common for my liking.

My aunt said Smart cars are for idiots in Malaysia.

S40, expensive maintenance. But my dad says if it keeps me safe, he's alright with it.


I always liked continental cars. I mean the comfort, sound insulation, the smoothness of the power delivery, sense of security and the list goes on. But it all comes down to knowing how to take good care of the car.

Is it hard to maintain the S40? Is it appropriate to get a 2nd hand S40? Roughly about 2005/2006. If this is not the right car, what car is then? I really like the S40. Super comfortable car, drove once in my uncle's car, fell in love with it.

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Posted 01 November 2010 - 05:56 PM

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QUOTE (toodles @ Oct 31 2010, 07:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm a new driver. Still a student and my dad wants to get me a car of about RM70k to RM95k.

You might be wondering why am I posting this over here. The reason is because I am looking for a 2nd hand car with this amount of money. I know I am a new driver with about 8 months of experience so I know I am proned to scratching the car or something. So I am looking into 2nd hand cars.

I have a list of cars to choose.

1. Used Volvo S40
2. New Kia Forte SX
3. New Honda City Grade E
4. Used Smartforfour
5. Used Honda Civic

I wanted to get the Kia Forte due to its bang for buck value but then I heard they have a lot of issues cause of Naza's service. Bad.

Honda City, too common for my liking.

My aunt said Smart cars are for idiots in Malaysia.

S40, expensive maintenance. But my dad says if it keeps me safe, he's alright with it.


I always liked continental cars. I mean the comfort, sound insulation, the smoothness of the power delivery, sense of security and the list goes on. But it all comes down to knowing how to take good care of the car.

Is it hard to maintain the S40? Is it appropriate to get a 2nd hand S40? Roughly about 2005/2006. If this is not the right car, what car is then? I really like the S40. Super comfortable car, drove once in my uncle's car, fell in love with it.

Think any other 4 car in the list is better off Volvo, the reason is simple...

1) with Volvo and your age, ppl will think you are driving your mom car..
2) with Kia Forte SX or Honda City or Honda Civic will make you hot amount your friends and easy to pick up hot chic...
3) with Smart, ppl will think you are smart...you seen like one.

seriously, car you drive will represent your personality, so ask yourself what person you are ? then choice one below..

a ) Kia Forte SX - for person that dare to try new thing/trend and care/worry nothing about $.
b ) Honda City - for person that just follow others..and strongly believe Honda design are the best.
c ) Honda Civic - for person that still believe Civic is the legend..as influenced too much by the history of Civic.
d ) Smart - for person that care about our environment and also care about yourself only.
e ) Volvo S40 - for person that scare to die and believe you will still be safe after highspeed accident.
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Posted 02 November 2010 - 07:36 PM

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QUOTE (V406198 @ Nov 1 2010, 05:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Think any other 4 car in the list is better off Volvo, the reason is simple...

1) with Volvo and your age, ppl will think you are driving your mom car..
2) with Kia Forte SX or Honda City or Honda Civic will make you hot amount your friends and easy to pick up hot chic...
3) with Smart, ppl will think you are smart...you seen like one.

seriously, car you drive will represent your personality, so ask yourself what person you are ? then choice one below..

a ) Kia Forte SX - for person that dare to try new thing/trend and care/worry nothing about $.
b ) Honda City - for person that just follow others..and strongly believe Honda design are the best.
c ) Honda Civic - for person that still believe Civic is the legend..as influenced too much by the history of Civic.
d ) Smart - for person that care about our environment and also care about yourself only.
e ) Volvo S40 - for person that scare to die and believe you will still be safe after highspeed accident.


Hi Toodles and All,

Saw one grey color 06 S40 at a used car lot in Jln. Cheras going for abt rm95k.
Mileage ai 98kkm, just suit your budget.
Wonder what needs to be replaced at this high mileage - g/box, timing belt/chain besides the normal oil-change.
BTW, can someone enlighten what is the cost of all the oil-change after buying over the car?
The total cost at SM? and outside w/shop?

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Posted 03 November 2010 - 10:23 AM

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QUOTE (hhhlow14 @ Nov 2 2010, 07:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi Toodles and All,

Saw one grey color 06 S40 at a used car lot in Jln. Cheras going for abt rm95k.
Mileage ai 98kkm, just suit your budget.
Wonder what needs to be replaced at this high mileage - g/box, timing belt/chain besides the normal oil-change.
BTW, can someone enlighten what is the cost of all the oil-change after buying over the car?
The total cost at SM? and outside w/shop?

Hi hhhlow14

you shouldn't hijack this topic as not fair to PS ...instead should start you own topic or best joint www.vocm.com.my for lots more details inform there.
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Posted 03 November 2010 - 03:04 PM

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QUOTE (V406198 @ Nov 1 2010, 05:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
a ) Kia Forte SX - for person that dare to try new thing/trend and care/worry nothing about $.


S40 is a great car but i dun recommend to students, you wouldn't want caught in the spot 'still trying to crank the car when ur exam will be starting in 5 mins time' smile_tongue.gif
Buy it if u know reliable mechanics as there are many parts can be locally sourced

correction to ur statement: smile_big.gif
actually we, fortezens are money conscious too, would not want to spend on smaller segment like vios or city...we stand out from the crowd
now forte comes with 5yrs unlimited mileage - worry-free
parts and service are cheaper compare to civic or even city
resale value : well, no one can predict the future but you would not care much coz if it is a good car u gonna spend many good-years with ur proud ride smile_approve.gif

i know some good NazaKia SCs with very frenly and supportive managers and strong technical team ....not all SC sucks, just avoid the bad....i know T & H SCs with craps service and attitude

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Posted 04 November 2010 - 11:08 AM

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QUOTE (darreltian @ Nov 3 2010, 03:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
S40 is a great car but i dun recommend to students, you wouldn't want caught in the spot 'still trying to crank the car when ur exam will be starting in 5 mins time' smile_tongue.gif
Buy it if u know reliable mechanics as there are many parts can be locally sourced

correction to ur statement: smile_big.gif
actually we, fortezens are money conscious too, would not want to spend on smaller segment like vios or city...we stand out from the crowd
now forte comes with 5yrs unlimited mileage - worry-free
parts and service are cheaper compare to civic or even city
resale value : well, no one can predict the future but you would not care much coz if it is a good car u gonna spend many good-years with ur proud ride smile_approve.gif

i know some good NazaKia SCs with very frenly and supportive managers and strong technical team ....not all SC sucks, just avoid the bad....i know T & H SCs with craps service and attitude

Bro darrel

Sorry that my early advise statement given to the PS was not crystal clear...

what i intent to say actually should be pen as.." Kia Forte SX - for person that dare to try new thing/trend and care/worry nothing about resell value" instead of " Kia Forte SX - for person that dare to try new thing/trend and care/worry nothing about $"....

hope that the above is crystal clear now..

2004 S60R. AT. Tit Grey. Nordkap. 18" Pegs. TME SportCat Exhaust DP & Cat Back System. TME Lower Spring. Garrett GT3071R. RC 750cc Injectors. FMIC. K&N Filter. Pegasus 3" CAI. IPD HD TCV. IPD HD Ignition Coil, IPD 25mm Front Sway Bar. UR Custom 23mm Rear Sway Bar. UR Front & Rear Strut Bars. Stainless Steel Brake Hoses. Audi TT DV, Saab 900 ATF Cooler. TkiMotorSportRacing & IPD HD Link Rod. H&R 5mm Front Wheel Spacer. Endless Sport 0-400 Front Brake Pad. ScangaugeII Diagnostic Gauge. Stages 2 Snow Performance methanol Injection.

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Posted 04 November 2010 - 12:41 PM

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QUOTE (V406198 @ Nov 4 2010, 11:08 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Bro darrel

Sorry that my early advise statement given to the PS was not crystal clear...

what i intent to say actually should be pen as.." Kia Forte SX - for person that dare to try new thing/trend and care/worry nothing about resell value" instead of " Kia Forte SX - for person that dare to try new thing/trend and care/worry nothing about $"....

hope that the above is crystal clear now..

No worry bro....cheers trink39.gif

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Posted 06 November 2010 - 03:42 PM

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So what should I do? I really like the lines of the S40. Does it break down a lot? My dad is asking me to decide as soon as possible since my car is sold. I mean the passed on car from my dad. Perdana V6. Freaking big. I'm actually thinking Forte or S40 now. Is it that bad about breaking down? Common?

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Posted 06 November 2010 - 03:49 PM

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Also, do you know of another cheap specialist of Volvo other than Federal Auto? Cause I heard form my uncle, FA charges very expensive for maintenance.

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Posted 06 November 2010 - 05:32 PM

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and oh yea, does it support USB interface?