Can consider renting occasionally...still cheaper than owning
Probably not worth renting to use in Singapore for a day. We would just plan our activities in Singapore such that it centres around one MRT station.
Can consider renting occasionally...still cheaper than owning
Ford Ranger and Mitsubishi Triton are nice cars too.
A small piece of advice.
Ford Rangers, Tritons, Hilux are nice pick ups but very hot and sought after in Malaysia Thai border or in the jungles.
Some it might be good idea to install better security systems.
This apply to whole of Malaysia including Sabah and Sarawak. Stay safe.
I noticed a lot of SG'reans don't have license. In MY, the moment we hit 17 or even before that :p we learn to drive
I think it's quite a necessity, at least for my kind of lifestyle.
Btw, there are those hourly rental type companies i heard of, Smoove something?
Thinking of buying a Toyota Innova under the MM2H scheme...think about S$25k only...anyone has experience or feedback about this model?
Innova is ok for family travel. Good for everyone jump on board. It is a 5 seater with 2 foldable chair behind making it 7 seater. Comfortwise is average as it is based on IMV series which is same as pick up trucks. Do shop around and compare Mazda 8, Nissan Highway Star, Proton Exora, Perodua Alza, Ford Eco, etc. Honda due to lanunch Mobilo MPV late 2016.
Plenty of choice. Test drive them as it is different from normal saloon cars. Some MPV has this tunnel vision effect which you may not get used to it.
Take your time. Happy hunting.
Thanks for the recommendations...
One good thing about living in JB? I was able to buy my dream car which is not available in Singapore. And even if it was I would not be able to afford it.
What is your dream car? Mine is Jaguar and my hubby BMW but do not think we will buy it cause do not want to be targetted.
What is your dream car? Mine is Jaguar and my hubby BMW but do not think we will buy it cause do not want to be targetted.
Driving a Jag or BMW in Malaysia will be a target is a misnomer.
I drive a new (MM2H duty free) BMW for more than a year all over Malaysia and don’t feel targeted.
Nobody gives a darn. Just don’t park in unlighted back lane, leaving bags, expensive items expose on seats etc.
Thinking of buying a Toyota Innova under the MM2H scheme...think about S$25k only...anyone has experience or feedback about this model?
My wife loves the Triton but she can't drive and also don't have license. LOL!
Driving a Jag or BMW in Malaysia will be a target is a misnomer.
I drive a new (MM2H duty free) BMW for more than a year all over Malaysia and don’t feel targeted.
Nobody gives a darn. Just don’t park in unlighted back lane, leaving bags, expensive items expose on seats etc.
That is what I told many. Driving a high end car or living in a high end residential does not automatically make you an easy target, in fact, if I am the robber or thief, I will think thrice on robbing these group as likely they will have more of the resources to track me down faster and easier. Breaking into a commoner's house or car might get you away with a few hundred to thousands without much issue, but trying to make a killing of a few ten thousands by breaking into a luxury home? You might face high end security system, personal security, specially trained guard dogs etc.... sometimes an easy target is what they are looking for. Not a lucrative yet hard and risky one.
Probably those keen on making a killing of a few ten thousands will literally have to make a killing so that they are not tracked down by surviving victims with resources at their disposal!
You should encourage her to learn driving and take the driving test to get Malaysian licence.
Car is a neccesity in Malaysia and old second hand Malaysian car is very cheap.