weekend / long distance car

[kurt_629]

Hello,

been thinking of getting another car, 2nd hand.

mainly use for weekend or long distance, no more turbo.
looking for comfort and safety, with decent power on highway.
Petrol not an issue, no V6 as already tried before.
Must be easy to maintain
Between 1.7 to 2.5

just a topic to get some thoughts going.

Budget around 50K or lesser, did consider a few models such as:
C200; hearsay its comfortable but maintenance is a pain.
accord, Gen 7, the price is less than 30K.
no Alphard or similar model etc, only 3 pax at most.

or i just buy a bezza and use for long distance?
RM50K for a brand new car with warranty, just kinda under powered

 

[s.marz]

If you don't mind it being old, I recommend you a Merc W124. Built like a tank, rather easy to work on as compared to the recent mers, very good to drive even on B-Roads and very comfortable for long distance travel.

Had one before which had been with my family for more than a decade, one of the best cars I've owned and it was a great all rounder.

Get the E280 for the power, or even better if you can find an E320 (super rare). But the only downside is the tax...

I have no experience on the W210 (after W124, same gen as the W203 C class) but I've told its less reliable than the W124.

 

[alcyon]

If you don't mind it being old, I recommend you a Merc W124. Built like a tank, rather easy to work on as compared to the recent mers, very good to drive even on B-Roads and very comfortable for long distance travel.

Had one before which had been with my family for more than a decade, one of the best cars I've owned and it was a great all rounder.

Get the E280 for the power, or even better if you can find an E320 (super rare). But the only downside is the tax...

I have no experience on the W210 (after W124, same gen as the W203 C class) but I've told its less reliable than the W124.

Agree, the Volvo 940 is also another good buy. very bulky and comfortable.

 

[s.marz]

Agree, the Volvo 940 is also another good buy. very bulky and comfortable.

But the 940 is a turbo bro he specifically mentioned no turbo hahaha

 

[kurt_629]

If you don't mind it being old, I recommend you a Merc W124. Built like a tank, rather easy to work on as compared to the recent mers, very good to drive even on B-Roads and very comfortable for long distance travel.

Had one before which had been with my family for more than a decade, one of the best cars I've owned and it was a great all rounder.

Get the E280 for the power, or even better if you can find an E320 (super rare). But the only downside is the tax...

I have no experience on the W210 (after W124, same gen as the W203 C class) but I've told its less reliable than the W124.

i dont mind but it must really last and easy to maintain.

W124, it's around the same age as my perdana which is giving me headache.

W124 is cheap, less than RM20k

 

[RENESIS VIII]

Inspira

- Still not too old
- Comes with 4B10 or 4B11 engine with MIVEC on both intake and exhaust side
- Using Mitsubishi's RISE body system which is quite for safety
- If anything broke down, you can still buy original parts from Mitsubishi
- Can fit in many of Evo X's parts if you want to mod it someday

 

[s.marz]

i dont mind but it must really last and easy to maintain.

W124, it's around the same age as my perdana which is giving me headache.

W124 is cheap, less than RM20k

If the car is really in superb condition, well according to my experience, it won't be giving you any headache. Preventive maintenance is very important too.

My family had the car for around 12 years and done about 250k, all they did was usual wear & tear and nothing major. Sold it back in 2010 and to this day, I regretted letting them sell the car.

Yes it is and you can have the extra for replacing any parts that needed to be change.

Tbh the tricky part is finding a well maintained car.

 

[kurt_629]

Inspira

- Still not too old
- Comes with 4B10 or 4B11 engine with MIVEC on both intake and exhaust side
- Using Mitsubishi's RISE body system which is quite for safety
- If anything broke down, you can still buy original parts from Mitsubishi
- Can fit in many of Evo X's parts if you want to mod it someday

inspira,

seems that this car is still very popular, i have actually google about it.
A lot of users are still recommending inspira for long distance drive.

 

[marsha1l_v6]

that car really put a toll on you eh?

why not go for galant vrg? maintanence can use back perdana part most of it..

or sell that engine and plonk in NA 4g63 or sei engine..

e36 not bad too..

 

[kurt_629]

If the car is really in superb condition, well according to my experience, it won't be giving you any headache. Preventive maintenance is very important too.

My family had the car for around 12 years and done about 250k, all they did was usual wear & tear and nothing major. Sold it back in 2010 and to this day, I regretted letting them sell the car.

Yes it is and you can have the extra for replacing any parts that needed to be change.

Tbh the tricky part is finding a well maintained car.

yeah, buying a 2nd hand always has this issue.

A friend of mine, he actually has a W126, condition is good as he had repaired them.
only left the gearbox for now.

selling for only RM10K but the road tax is kinda crazy.. Rm 2.1K per year
he was saying a few more years, it could be converted to classic.
any idea how does classic car actually works.

 

[alcyon]

But the 940 is a turbo bro he specifically mentioned no turbo hahaha

Got variants without turbo.

 

[alcyon]

yeah, buying a 2nd hand always has this issue.

A friend of mine, he actually has a W126, condition is good as he had repaired them.
only left the gearbox for now.

selling for only RM10K but the road tax is kinda crazy.. Rm 2.1K per year
he was saying a few more years, it could be converted to classic.
any idea how does classic car actually works.

http://www.jpj.gov.my/web/eng/guidelines-on-status-of-vintage/classic-cars
Seems like a lot of hassles. If you have more than 2 other cars then ok..

 

[ixeo]

Hello,

been thinking of getting another car, 2nd hand.

mainly use for weekend or long distance, no more turbo.
looking for comfort and safety, with decent power on highway.
Petrol not an issue, no V6 as already tried before.
Must be easy to maintain
Between 1.7 to 2.5

just a topic to get some thoughts going.

Budget around 50K or lesser, did consider a few models such as:
C200; hearsay its comfortable but maintenance is a pain.
accord, Gen 7, the price is less than 30K.
no Alphard or similar model etc, only 3 pax at most.

or i just buy a bezza and use for long distance?
RM50K for a brand new car with warranty, just kinda under powered

The C200's 1.8K engine isn't very suitable for highway cruising, its not very powerful and somewhat lethargic.

Accord? Forget about it. Japanese vs continental, the continental will give a better ride on highways. Especially the Germans.

Bezza? The rear bench seat is like an upright wall. It's gonna suck, and the car is not very planted for highway driving. A Ford Ranger speeding past you will make you feel like being blown off the road. Proton Persona is better.

Inspira / Lancer - the car is noisy on the highway as the wheel well noise intrusion is crazy mad.

Volvo - good cars, but the spare part prices in Malaysia is way higher than the equivalent BMW & Mercedes. If you are serious considering Volvo (due to expensive parts).. may I suggest hunting down an Alfa Romeo 159, at least you have more novelty.

As your budget is RM50k, I would recommend a BMW 5 series, E39 generation, 525i 2.5L
https://www.mudah.my/2004+BMW+525i+2+5+A+1+oner+nelopa-59448913.htm

RM14k to buy (please make sure engine & gearbox is sound), and put aside RM30k to fix - more than enough.

2.5L is your requirement. I would instead genuinely recommend the 530i 3L engine.
https://www.mudah.my/BMW+530i+E39+M+SPORT+LOCAL+3+0+A+LIKE+NEW+1+OWNER-59998630.htm

it's only 7k more than the 525i.

 

[kurt_629]

As your budget is RM50k, I would recommend a BMW 5 series, E39 generation, 525i 2.5L
https://www.mudah.my/2004+BMW+525i+2+5+A+1+oner+nelopa-59448913.htm

RM14k to buy (please make sure engine & gearbox is sound), and put aside RM30k to fix - more than enough.

2.5L is your requirement. I would instead genuinely recommend the 530i 3L engine.
https://www.mudah.my/BMW+530i+E39+M+SPORT+LOCAL+3+0+A+LIKE+NEW+1+OWNER-59998630.htm

it's only 7k more than the 525i.

if a BMW with 1JZ or 2JZ heart ,
I notice the conversion is very popular in KL
but differently in JB.

anymore other options?

 

[s.marz]

The C200's 1.8K engine isn't very suitable for highway cruising, its not very powerful and somewhat lethargic.

Accord? Forget about it. Japanese vs continental, the continental will give a better ride on highways. Especially the Germans.

Bezza? The rear bench seat is like an upright wall. It's gonna suck, and the car is not very planted for highway driving. A Ford Ranger speeding past you will make you feel like being blown off the road. Proton Persona is better.

Inspira / Lancer - the car is noisy on the highway as the wheel well noise intrusion is crazy mad.

Volvo - good cars, but the spare part prices in Malaysia is way higher than the equivalent BMW & Mercedes. If you are serious considering Volvo (due to expensive parts).. may I suggest hunting down an Alfa Romeo 159, at least you have more novelty.

As your budget is RM50k, I would recommend a BMW 5 series, E39 generation, 525i 2.5L
https://www.mudah.my/2004+BMW+525i+2+5+A+1+oner+nelopa-59448913.htm

RM14k to buy (please make sure engine & gearbox is sound), and put aside RM30k to fix - more than enough.

2.5L is your requirement. I would instead genuinely recommend the 530i 3L engine.
https://www.mudah.my/BMW+530i+E39+M+SPORT+LOCAL+3+0+A+LIKE+NEW+1+OWNER-59998630.htm

it's only 7k more than the 525i.

Isn't that era well known for its VANOS issue? My mechanic told me to better stay away because of that technology...

 

[s.marz]

yeah, buying a 2nd hand always has this issue.

A friend of mine, he actually has a W126, condition is good as he had repaired them.
only left the gearbox for now.

selling for only RM10K but the road tax is kinda crazy.. Rm 2.1K per year
he was saying a few more years, it could be converted to classic.
any idea how does classic car actually works.

Yup...

Roadtax will be the burden here.

Tbh if I have the extra money and time, I'd get another one of those but the coupe.

 

[ixeo]

if a BMW with 1JZ or 2JZ heart ,
I notice the conversion is very popular in KL
but differently in JB.

anymore other options?

Boss I thought you don’t want turbo car? Eh if turbo.. many options already. Scooby Impreza WRX STi V8.

Isn't that era well known for its VANOS issue? My mechanic told me to better stay away because of that technology...

Yes, it’s an engine out fix to change the seals with improved aftermarket ones. But considering you’re buying such an old car you should rebuild it anyway - that’s why set aside 30k to fix. The seals aren’t very expensive but just the labor of taking the engine out and workmanship.

http://www.beisansystems.com/products

 

[Izso]

Long distance and weekend?

Anything with a 1JZ for sure!

 

[kurt_629]

Boss I thought you don’t want turbo car? Eh if turbo.. many options already. Scooby Impreza WRX STi V8.

Haha, my bad. Was joking, please forgive me.

Don't want turbo cars, had enough of turbo. Spending time and money in workshop, already dampen me.

It seems there not much variety out there for me.
Renting car for long distance drive is also expensive.

 

[kurt_629]

Long distance and weekend?

Anything with a 1JZ for sure!

Wish only . Wife will not give the green light for sure.