Help Me To Choose

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

hey folks,

this is my first post in autolanka..need the help of you guys to select a car from the below options and my budget is 1.8m

lancer cs2-yom 2001 -1.5cc auto

mazda familia hatch -2000 new face vvti engine -manual RS grade

honda civic vi -1999 auto

or anything else you all can suggest me? by the way, im not a fan of sunnys and corollas..

thanks in advance

jaga · December 9, 2010

For your budget I think you could go for Familia later models like 2001-2002 1.5 Lt.

If not Civic EK3 Vti 1999.

I prefer these two models.

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

For your budget I think you could go for Familia later models like 2001-2002 1.5 Lt.

If not Civic EK3 Vti 1999.

I prefer these two models.

i think the familia i looked at was a 2001. :blink:

its very difficult to find good condition vi or vti.

heavyD · December 9, 2010

Wait for the Hondaists to come tell you how much more economical and powerful the Civic is and how it's the best car in the whole wide world...

I dunno what's better, but that Mazda wagon is sexy! And it's a manual RS! What's the engine capacity btw?

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

Wait for the Hondaists to come tell you how much more economical and powerful the Civic is and how it's the best car in the whole wide world...

I dunno what's better, but that Mazda wagon is sexy! And it's a manual RS! What's the engine capacity btw?

yeah i love the looks of it.its 1.5 ltr producing 130 bhp redlining at 7500rpm.

but tempting for 99 civic too..need the help of you guys

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

Wait for the Hondaists to come tell you how much more economical and powerful the Civic is and how it's the best car in the whole wide world...

I dunno what's better, but that Mazda wagon is sexy! And it's a manual RS! What's the engine capacity btw?

yeah i love the looks of it.its 1.5 ltr producing 130 bhp redlining at 7500rpm.

but tempting for 99 civic too..need the help of you guys

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

yeah i love the looks of it.its 1.5 ltr producing 130 bhp redlining at 7500rpm.

but tempting for 99 civic too..need the help of you guys

guys..some more insight please...

civicferio · December 9, 2010

Wait for the Hondaists to come tell you how much more economical and powerful the Civic is and how it's the best car in the whole wide world...

I dunno what's better, but that Mazda wagon is sexy! And it's a manual RS! What's the engine capacity btw?

+1 :zzz:

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

+1

and a lot of people say Mazda has gained a lot of market share in sri lanka unlike a decades a go..is it true? and how is the maintenance and spares for this model?

jdnet · December 9, 2010

I dunno what's better, but that Mazda wagon is sexy! And it's a manual RS! What's the engine capacity btw?

I must agree with you that the mazda wagon does look really good. Even considered getting one while shopping for cars but the owner wanted way more than I thought it was worth.

heavyD · December 9, 2010

I must agree with you that the mazda wagon does look really good. Even considered getting one while shopping for cars but the owner wanted way more than I thought it was worth.

Same here... saw one at a sale in Dehiwala, but was a bit beyond my budget and had signs of corrosion. If it had been somewhat cheaper I probably would've bought it.

heavyD · December 9, 2010

and a lot of people say Mazda has gained a lot of market share in sri lanka unlike a decades a go..is it true? and how is the maintenance and spares for this model?

Machang there are loads of Mazdas on the road, I doubt finding spares will be much of an issue. And I believe Mazna motors is a reputed dealer for Mazda.

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

I must agree with you that the mazda wagon does look really good. Even considered getting one while shopping for cars but the owner wanted way more than I thought it was worth.

what would be the asking price for a mazda hatch these days? any idea??

Pericles · December 9, 2010

If you want performance for your budget, there is also the VZRs. Maybe even the P11 Primeras.

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

If you want performance for your budget, there is also the VZRs. Maybe even the P11 Primeras.

yep, decent performance coupled with good looks! :rolleyes:

but i have never seen VZR up for sale. i've heard primeras have a low second hand market.

Pericles · December 9, 2010

i've heard primeras have a low second hand market.

That would be why you get it for 1.8.

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

yep, decent performance coupled with good looks!

but i have never seen VZR up for sale. i've heard primeras have a low second hand market.

any idea on Lancer CS 2? compared to mazda?

jdnet · December 9, 2010

any idea on Lancer CS 2? compared to mazda?

Dude all these cars are good and they don't have many problems. Just pick something that suits your needs. The main thing you need to look at when owning a car is if YOU like it and YOU are comfortable driving it. If you are not a freethinking individual then I suggest you join the rest of the flock and purchase an AE110 corolla at an exhorbitant price. But, if you are someone who prefers to have something you are comfortable with then buy what you feel looks good and makes you feel comfortable.

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

Dude all these cars are good and they don't have many problems. Just pick something that suits your needs. The main thing you need to look at when owning a car is if YOU like it and YOU are comfortable driving it. If you are not a freethinking individual then I suggest you join the rest of the flock and purchase an AE110 corolla at an exhorbitant price. But, if you are someone who prefers to have something you are comfortable with then buy what you feel looks good and makes you feel comfortable.

thanks brother..nope i dont want to buy a corolla or a sunny no matter how fuel efficient those cars are..i drove a civic and im really happy with the comfort and pick up. gonna drive the familia tomorrow. so i may decide one of those two models.

but still all your guys inputs are welcome..

Zhukoi · December 9, 2010

Dude all these cars are good and they don't have many problems. Just pick something that suits your needs. The main thing you need to look at when owning a car is if YOU like it and YOU are comfortable driving it. If you are not a freethinking individual then I suggest you join the rest of the flock and purchase an AE110 corolla at an exhorbitant price. But, if you are someone who prefers to have something you are comfortable with then buy what you feel looks good and makes you feel comfortable.

guys, i managed to drive the familia hatch today which is up for sale..wonderful car with superb driving experience.so im thinking of going ahead with that. please let me know what to look specifically in this type of a Mazda..i mean anything particular other than routine stuff.

jdnet · December 9, 2010

guys, i managed to drive the familia hatch today which is up for sale..wonderful car with superb driving experience.so im thinking of going ahead with that. please let me know what to look specifically in this type of a Mazda..i mean anything particular other than routine stuff.

I haven't heard of an major model specific problems with it. Either way if you can pay a mechanic at a garage to have a look at it before puchasing that would be great but if not just check the major thinks such as coolant leaks and engine oil color. Did the car shift smoothly when you drove it? how about any noise at idle?

BTW after you purchase it take it into a garage and have all the maintanence and oil change done and check the important parts such as the brakes. Also if you can and you don't trust the seller on when he changed the timing belt, just get it done for peace of mind. BTW as with all used cars expect to spend a little on maitenance. Usually owners tend to not maintain their vehicles right before selling em and doing it right after getting a car will help you drive for a while before needing any work done.

BTW what color is the car? I saw a black one with chrome chrome wheels that looked really cool. Be sure to post some pics on this thread.

Zhukoi · December 10, 2010

I haven't heard of an major model specific problems with it. Either way if you can pay a mechanic at a garage to have a look at it before puchasing that would be great but if not just check the major thinks such as coolant leaks and engine oil color. Did the car shift smoothly when you drove it? how about any noise at idle?

BTW after you purchase it take it into a garage and have all the maintanence and oil change done and check the important parts such as the brakes. Also if you can and you don't trust the seller on when he changed the timing belt, just get it done for peace of mind. BTW as with all used cars expect to spend a little on maitenance. Usually owners tend to not maintain their vehicles right before selling em and doing it right after getting a car will help you drive for a while before needing any work done.

BTW what color is the car? I saw a black one with chrome chrome wheels that looked really cool. Be sure to post some pics on this thread.

hey thanks for all the tips..as you said the car will spend a day at Mazna for all the required maintenance. this is a dark blue one with factory fitted 15" alloys..sure will post a few pics the moment i get it in to my hands.

evergreen · December 10, 2010

hey thanks for all the tips..as you said the car will spend a day at Mazna for all the required maintenance. this is a dark blue one with factory fitted 15" alloys..sure will post a few pics the moment i get it in to my hands.

you will never regret your decision mate..good pick up,average fuel economy and a trouble free ride.

LashNeo · December 10, 2010

hey thanks for all the tips..as you said the car will spend a day at Mazna for all the required maintenance. this is a dark blue one with factory fitted 15" alloys..sure will post a few pics the moment i get it in to my hands.

Mazda wagon is one lean, mean, sexy machine. Probably the best looking wagon model in SL. I own a similar grade familia sedan. So, welcome to the club machan!

One thing that you should be concerned is the type of engine oil you use.

Mazda's VVT technology is known as S-VT and it needs to have smooth oil always. Otherwise you'll run into trouble.

Check whether the previous owner has done regular oil changes. If you find any sludge in the engine, please do a flush very soon(i mean a manual flush)and put the correct oil type. Since you'll be going to M**na, they will inform you about this. Apart from that, there aren't any known issues with this model AFAIK.

evergreen · December 10, 2010

Mazda wagon is one lean, mean, sexy machine. Probably the best looking wagon model in SL. I own a similar grade familia sedan. So, welcome to the club machan!

One thing that you should be concerned is the type of engine oil you use.

Mazda's VVT technology is known as S-VT and it needs to have smooth oil always. Otherwise you'll run into trouble.

Check whether the previous owner has done regular oil changes. If you find any sludge in the engine, please do a flush very soon(i mean a manual flush)and put the correct oil type. Since you'll be going to M**na, they will inform you about this. Apart from that, there aren't any known issues with this model AFAIK.

machan wats the type of oil recomended for S-VT?