Nivlac Neutral Newbie October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 anyone can share their experience or advise on the subject above? currently considering taking over my friend's DC5R at scrap value only concern is that mileage is quite high above 100,000km and it is almost 5yr old... so far everyone i spoke to, strongly adv against it as it would mean topping up $ for a similar age car... wear and tear normally sets in from the 5yr. *confuse* ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porker Turbocharged October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 (edited) I bought my first car (used Lancer Mivec) with 60,000km on the clock (4 yrs old). Not sure if its considered performance... but had zero problems with it. Wear and tear is dependent on usage (method) and tends to be proportional with age but is not necessarily so. You should have a good knowledge of the car since it belongs to your friend (unless he has things hidden from you ) Edited October 14, 2007 by Porker Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sfrtuscani Neutral Newbie October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 5 yrs old 100K km is consider low milage... worth considering Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relagsingh 4th Gear October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 yah. you can consider also Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relagsingh 4th Gear October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 wah bro, when did you sold your MR? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porker Turbocharged October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 Long time ago.. Was car'less' for 3 over years.. so about mid 2004 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfenstar 3rd Gear October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 anyone can share their experience or advise on the subject above? currently considering taking over my friend's DC5R at scrap value only concern is that mileage is quite high above 100,000km and it is almost 5yr old... so far everyone i spoke to, strongly adv against it as it would mean topping up $ for a similar age car... wear and tear normally sets in from the 5yr. *confuse* Depends on what you value lor For me it would be a no brainer... get the DC5R, but i'm the guy who sold a 3yr old ford for a 14yr old performance nissan, and even though i spent more on it than the cost of the ford, i have no regrets. My only regret was selling it and that was only because i had no choice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relagsingh 4th Gear October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 i see... though no car for 3 years, it was a big jump in terms of brand, looks and performance. must be doing very well eh? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porker Turbocharged October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 Sell kar chng lor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Picopico Neutral Newbie October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 anyone can share their experience or advise on the subject above? currently considering taking over my friend's DC5R at scrap value only concern is that mileage is quite high above 100,000km and it is almost 5yr old... so far everyone i spoke to, strongly adv against it as it would mean topping up $ for a similar age car... wear and tear normally sets in from the 5yr. *confuse* Just do it............. The DC5R will be an experience worth a new "normal" saloon car. In case you back out, intro your fren to me. I got a fren waiting to get his hands on a used DC5R. Many buyers, no more in production liao. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nivlac Neutral Newbie October 14, 2007 Author Share October 14, 2007 seems like its quite a "steal" alrite will have a look at it next wkend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blacksilver Neutral Newbie October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 anyone can share their experience or advise on the subject above? currently considering taking over my friend's DC5R at scrap value only concern is that mileage is quite high above 100,000km and it is almost 5yr old... so far everyone i spoke to, strongly adv against it as it would mean topping up $ for a similar age car... wear and tear normally sets in from the 5yr. *confuse* I'm not sure abt sports car, but for a normal sedan, my previous used car I bought at 6th year at 100k+ mileage was ok. I'm sure it depends on luck i suppose. but all things equal, these are the sort of things I need to change for Mit Galant 2.0l during 3 years of ownership, 80+k mileage. 1. Change engine/gear mount immed arn $200 2. Change ATF twice during my 3 years ownership arn $100 3. Timing Belt at arn 160kmileage, arn $300 4. Tyres: BF goodrich 17" $550 5. 1 mth old Maintenance Free battery $75 6. Aircon Compressor $400 Regular 10k servicing with synth oil $70 Many people said buying an old car is heavy on maintenance compared to getting a brand new car. It all depends on the car you buy. But My thought is, its quite a mtyh. So long there are no major problem and u got a gd buy, a newer car under warranty can be more costly to maintain. why? cos usually to keep under warranty, one got to go to the agent for servicing. A typical jap car servicing can cost between $150-$200 for a 1.6l car per 10k normal servicing. If you have major servicing, it will cost a lot more. If you work out, given that you willstill need to change timing belt, tyres, battery, ATF during the 3yrears/80+k mileage, it will cost more if you have no choice but to go to the agent. Same thing applies even if you buy another 1-3yr old car Also consider that for the same yearly depre, you can prob only get a new car of a lower cc/grade. eg. old 2.0l car vs new 1.6l car. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowmo Clutched October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 (edited) anyone can share their experience or advise on the subject above? currently considering taking over my friend's DC5R at scrap value only concern is that mileage is quite high above 100,000km and it is almost 5yr old... so far everyone i spoke to, strongly adv against it as it would mean topping up $ for a similar age car... wear and tear normally sets in from the 5yr. *confuse* 100K km for 5 yr old is not high. My old car hit 80k in 2 yrs. current one 18k km in 5 months+. i'm doing a desk bound job and no time to go north. Edited October 14, 2007 by Slowmo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porker Turbocharged October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 Orh you die... everyday drive to meet mistress during lunch. Tell your wife Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qpik Supercharged October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 I bought my first car (used Lancer Mivec) with 60,000km on the clock (4 yrs old). Not sure if its considered performance... but had zero problems with it. Wear and tear is dependent on usage (method) and tends to be proportional with age but is not necessarily so. You should have a good knowledge of the car since it belongs to your friend (unless he has things hidden from you ) my 2nd used car had clocked up 60,000km & it was coming to 2yrs. shortly after 3rd yr, the steering wheel pump mati though 1st owner took very good care of the ride. ended up going for recon part cos AD charged an arm n leg. so the morale of my story is, if you know the previous owner & how he took care of his ride (regular servicing) & it prepared for wear & tear (no major replacements' cost) then it shd be okay. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
macrosszero Turbocharged October 14, 2007 Share October 14, 2007 Those are the expected expenses. What doesn't come into consideration for new cars are things like power steering leaks, worn driveshafts, clutch or auto tranmissions, and suspension. These are big ticket items that cost a level above normal servicing committments. The best part is, you don't know when its going to give way, and you have to fix it when it does, instead of arranging for a suitable appointment at the workshop to suit your schedule. So its not only the cost, it is the time you spend on it too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom99 Neutral Newbie October 15, 2007 Share October 15, 2007 Go for it. We live once only so try it out. After all you buy at scrap value, hence the risk in terms of financial issue is low. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relagsingh 4th Gear October 15, 2007 Share October 15, 2007 (edited) nbz... how you sell? i always use for free one leh what you do actually? Edited October 15, 2007 by Relagsingh ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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