Cars after 10 years coe

[boyt_jbl]

Oh, fan motor can problem cause this behavior? Any recommended workshop to go to? Thanks.

[Kurty]

  On 7/17/2016 at 10:36 AM, boyt_jbl said:

Oh, fan motor can problem cause this behavior? Any recommended workshop to go to? Thanks.

Most of the sg workshop will solve this. If you want to save cost and get a new piece, go jb. I can bring you to one if you unsure

[evidence]

  On 7/17/2016 at 9:29 AM, boyt_jbl said:

Hi, where is a good workshop to have this checked and/or replaced? My Toyota Isis aircon blows cold air when car is moving, but, when car is idle (e.g. stopped at traffic or parked), after a minute it blows normal air or warm air only. Thanks!

 

 

Aircond compressor weak.... Get it changed...ori Denso Japan ard $500

[boyt_jbl]

Thanks for your replies. So it could be fan motor or aircon compressor is weak already. Will plan to go to workshop to have it checked. Hope its not super exp.

[Sunburnsam]

  On 2/21/2016 at 5:26 AM, Baal said:

So low fuel levels = low pressure levels = fuel pump working harder to compensate = shorter lifespan for fuel pump?

 

With this....Is it recommended to fill up when half tank? Sick of fuel pump failing

and I have a habit of driving on when it is yellow

[Wongcl]

  On 11/24/2016 at 11:52 AM, Sunburnsam said:

With this....Is it recommended to fill up when half tank? Sick of fuel pump failing

and I have a habit of driving on when it is yellow

 

my scirocco fuel pump was still working past its 7 years...and i always pump when it's practically empty...and even once it was out of petrol...no issue at all.

[SWUBIZ]

Hi All,

 

I find that COE cars have much lower yearly depreciation than new and resale car (less than 10 yrs). Some seems to be in good conditions that should last another 5 years.

 

Wanna hear your views.

 

If I buy gonna buy a COE MPV or mid-size car from dealer:

 

- which model would you recommend that will not break down easily and low maintenance?

- What should I check when I test drive?

- should I set aside $3k to $5k stand by to service, repair and overhaul just in case?

- factor in all the costs, will the depreciation be still lower than newer cars?

 

Thank you :)

[Hamburger]

It's lower because it's a older car after all.

[Benarsenal]

  On 12/20/2016 at 3:53 PM, SWUBIZ said:

Hi All,

 

I find that COE cars have much lower yearly depreciation than new and resale car (less than 10 yrs). Some seems to be in good conditions that should last another 5 years.

 

Wanna hear your views.

 

If I buy gonna buy a COE MPV or mid-size car from dealer:

 

- which model would you recommend that will not break down easily and low maintenance?

- What should I check when I test drive?

- should I set aside $3k to $5k stand by to service, repair and overhaul just in case?

- factor in all the costs, will the depreciation be still lower than newer cars?

 

Thank you :)

 

1) Toyota or Honda probably your best bet. Stream, Wish, Camry etc.

2) Like any other used car, look for any damages/leaks. When you drive try to hear for any unusual noise. Engine is smooth/shaky? Gearbox ok or got judder? Suspension fine or too soft? Any body damage? Things like that lor.

3) Yes that would be recommended.

4) Depending on model I think but generally yes.

[Tohto]

  On 12/20/2016 at 3:53 PM, SWUBIZ said:

Hi All,

 

I find that COE cars have much lower yearly depreciation than new and resale car (less than 10 yrs). Some seems to be in good conditions that should last another 5 years.

 

Wanna hear your views.

 

If I buy gonna buy a COE MPV or mid-size car from dealer:

 

- which model would you recommend that will not break down easily and low maintenance?

- What should I check when I test drive?

- should I set aside $3k to $5k stand by to service, repair and overhaul just in case?

- factor in all the costs, will the depreciation be still lower than newer cars?

 

Thank you :)

 

Just take note that 90% of the old car from dealer the odometer had been changed.

[SWUBIZ]

  On 12/21/2016 at 12:36 AM, Tohto said:

Just take note that 90% of the old car from dealer the odometer had been changed.

Actually, I didn't really look at odometer which searching. can i say as long as is less than 200000km, those low maintenance car should be ok? is there anyway to chk if dealer has make the change?

[Solar]

  On 12/21/2016 at 1:41 AM, SWUBIZ said:

Actually, I didn't really look at odometer which searching. can i say as long as is less than 200000km, those low maintenance car should be ok? is there anyway to chk if dealer has make the change?

If the service was done all the way at AD and u can get them to divulge the info to u... otherwise, IMO, unlikely.

 

What u can do is to send the car for assessment with places like AA to check its condition before u buy.

Once u bought, check or change away all the critical wear and tear parts, such as timing belts, hose pipes, wiring, as they may well be worn already, don't forget the lube like gear and engine oils too.

Not sure about overhauling, but I suppose the mechanic should be able to tell if u needed that.

 

And ya... old cars have much lower depreciation.. like a c class merc, new is about 15+k and old only 7k or so. That was the last time I did the calculation. Now with lower coe, the old car dep will be even lower.

New car... probably not much lower...

[inlinesix]

  On 12/21/2016 at 2:47 AM, Solar said:

If the service was done all the way at AD and u can get them to divulge the info to u... otherwise, IMO, unlikely.

 

What u can do is to send the car for assessment with places like AA to check its condition before u buy.

Once u bought, check or change away all the critical wear and tear parts, such as timing belts, hose pipes, wiring, as they may well be worn already, don't forget the lube like gear and engine oils too.

Not sure about overhauling, but I suppose the mechanic should be able to tell if u needed that.

 

And ya... old cars have much lower depreciation.. like a c class merc, new is about 15+k and old only 7k or so. That was the last time I did the calculation. Now with lower coe, the old car dep will be even lower.

New car... probably not much lower...

 

Before sign on the dotted line, get mechanic to assess the condition of the car.

 

That's to know the immediate repair cost required.

[Mahjong74]

  On 12/21/2016 at 1:41 AM, SWUBIZ said:

Actually, I didn't really look at odometer which searching. can i say as long as is less than 200000km, those low maintenance car should be ok? is there anyway to chk if dealer has make the change?

 

Toyota or Honda should be ok. less than 150k is preferred. 

 

How much depreciation are you looking at?

 

I can intro my car workshop to you since they are specialize in Toyota and Honda. 

 

And my car workshop also have the ODO computer for Toyota and Honda cars. 

 

Just pay them like $50 to $60 coffee money for a check will do

Edited December 21, 2016 by Mahjong74

[Evo5sg]

I have a COE Nissan. Just before COE end, went to Tan Chong for major service and check-up.

Still, 9 months later, had to change radiator and fans.

Mileage is just above 100k.

Cost $1k with change of exhaust box at a workshop outside.

 

  On 12/20/2016 at 3:53 PM, SWUBIZ said:

Hi All,

 

I find that COE cars have much lower yearly depreciation than new and resale car (less than 10 yrs). Some seems to be in good conditions that should last another 5 years.

 

Wanna hear your views.

 

If I buy gonna buy a COE MPV or mid-size car from dealer:

 

- which model would you recommend that will not break down easily and low maintenance?

- What should I check when I test drive?

- should I set aside $3k to $5k stand by to service, repair and overhaul just in case?

- factor in all the costs, will the depreciation be still lower than newer cars?

 

Thank you :)

 

[Mkl22]

  On 12/21/2016 at 9:40 AM, Mahjong74 said:

Toyota or Honda should be ok. less than 150k is preferred.

 

How much depreciation are you looking at?

 

I can intro my car workshop to you since they are specialize in Toyota and Honda.

 

And my car workshop also have the ODO computer for Toyota and Honda cars.

 

Just pay them like $50 to $60 coffee money for a check will do

Even if a workshop checks and say ok. For quite a few parts, you can never tell if it will break down 1-2mths later. Mechanics are human. They can only see obvious leaks and hear abnormal noises at the time of checks. Nothing then means nothing then.

I notice lots of people expecting the mechanic to predict the future and foretell what can spoil.

It's the same with the home fan, Aircon. Working one day and not the next.

[Blueray]

  On 12/20/2016 at 3:53 PM, SWUBIZ said:

Hi All,

 

I find that COE cars have much lower yearly depreciation than new and resale car (less than 10 yrs). Some seems to be in good conditions that should last another 5 years.

 

Wanna hear your views.

 

If I buy gonna buy a COE MPV or mid-size car from dealer:

 

- which model would you recommend that will not break down easily and low maintenance?

- What should I check when I test drive?

- should I set aside $3k to $5k stand by to service, repair and overhaul just in case?

- factor in all the costs, will the depreciation be still lower than newer cars?

 

Thank you :)

 

My personal choice.

 

1. Honda Civic 1.8 (FD)

2. Honda Stream 1.8

3. Toyota Camry or Toyota Wish.

 

+ AA inspection and mileage < 200,000 km.

Edited December 21, 2016 by Blueray

[Mahjong74]

  On 12/21/2016 at 10:28 AM, Mkl22 said:

Even if a workshop checks and say ok. For quite a few parts, you can never tell if it will break down 1-2mths later. Mechanics are human. They can only see obvious leaks and hear abnormal noises at the time of checks. Nothing then means nothing then.

I notice lots of people expecting the mechanic to predict the future and foretell what can spoil.

It's the same with the home fan, Aircon. Working one day and not the next.

 

Oh yes, I totally agree with you on this. 

 

But at least trusted mechanics can tell you on the wear and tear conditions of the car, accident free or not.................

 

And also pre-warn you things that is going to or might fail very soon. 

 

Just like Toyota Camry alternator and aircon compressor, it will failed somewhere between 5 to 8 yrs. 

 

Shock absorber, engine mounting etc..........how much to change out all these parts.

 

At least we dun have a heart attack since we dun know the histroy of the second hand car.