ohlins

i'd checked with a couple of PIs .....last sat just visited one....still taking orders......type s 6 mt at 113800..................another one also called me just now, say price dropped 107500 also for type s....

both guaranteed COE but must take 70% for 7 yrs....

so who is right? .....can import or cannot import.....

nex100

Book one ... wait 3 months and find out.

SushiFan

I think that's a rather expensive way to find out?

Rumboo

just checked with GR.. was assured that my order is not affected, it's all just a false rumour. Still have new stock coming in. Guess only time will tell. Will keep u guys updated.

jimsssss

I think u have to check with more PI. My friend from AML (Ubi Auto Mega Mall) Currently only 2 company have stock of RX8 Display @ their showroom. Others got no lobang.
I heard VXXCARS return deposit to their customer.

gfoo

There are only a few main import sources which most PIs share. If one of these sources are affected, all the PIs affiliated with this source will also be affected. GR may have its own direct source as it's a specialist, so i doubt that they will have problem - its the generic ones that will most likely tio

mandotcom

Hi Hi,

it's all just a false rumour??? hahahahaha

This is business leh... u dont want to make money but just create Rumours?

We trying to get just 1 RX8 MT6 for my customer, is already not easy.

But RX8 AT 6speed is not a problems for us. We have in stock and able to see the car if you guys are interested.

Regards,
MDC - Direct Importer

chuckchan888

why are so many PI still advertising to sell 6AT with prices then

SushiFan

Dont know... but what's clear is that if it was a blanket restriction then it should have made the news when the PIs complain. But yet there are still PIs who can get cars so don't really know what to make of it. If its totally not true, then MM .sg would have taken the rumour starters to task for falsely accusing them of doing something which they didnt, i.e. possibly violate competition laws in Singapore. Well that hasn't happened so maybe it could just be half true, i.e. a partial ban for some suppliers or some models?

nex100

Well if Vincars return money then I'm pretty sure a lot of parallel importers are affected. Remember all PI take their cars from a common car pool from 1 or 2 importer. There might be leftover stock up for grabs but it is at ur own risk.

Many sales people being sales are those take order and then see first. Afterall there is a 3 mth waiting window period. Many may have the attitude of take deposit and wait 3 mths. If another source is found then good if not they will come back with excuses and tell u no stock have to wait somemore.

Maybe wait for more people to get their car before taking plunge for people who dun dare to risk it all.

I dun quite believe mandotcomm cuz once he posted his price on this forum and say stock available. When I called, he say if want car now have to add 3k. Wonder why this little attachment is not in the forum post initially.

Rumboo

like i said, time will tell.

in the meantime, i hope you succeed in clearing your ex-stock of AT sitting around. Me looking for MT anyway.

Rumboo

I think mebbe gfoo is right, cos June told me they order directly from a supplier in Japan. Maybe its only those PI who go through a wholesaler in Spore that are affected. Well, GR better be correct about this, cos i dowan to wait 3 mths, find out cannot get, and then have to wait 3 more mths for mm to bring my order in.

Anyway, it makes no sense that mazda corp would listen to mm spore and restrict their own sales. If mm spore twists their arm, then appoint a new official distributor who can sell more cars for them lor. Not like mm is doing such a good job in the first place.

SushiFan

In the first place MM.sg does not sell the AT model even though there's a demand for it all these while. So if indeed its true that they did succeed, then it can be interpreted that they are trying to create their own monopoly or inhibiting competition of which I'm sure will violate some anti-competition law here. I don't think they are so stupid. It looks like there's a supply problem but maybe its not because of the MM.sg thing but due to some other reason, e.g. existing supplier messed it up with their agreements not to resell to other parties in .sg?

winn

This is not the States

Kaine

Hi everyone.
didn't want to start a new thread and felt this one was suitable for my queries.

shopping for a 5mt 8 and so far have visited bhp and san hup bee.

i've done a search and there were results on the former company but not the latter.

anyone here or anyone you know has dealt with san hup bee?

pls advise.

tnx.

Rumboo

Updates:

E-mail from GarageR dated 15/6/07: (posted with permission)

1) Insurance premium
Attached NTUC's quote for you to consider. Classic Plan refers to their authorised workshop and Premium plan refers to you choice of bringing car back to Garage R in the event of accident repair.
2) Delivery Schedule
At long last, the wait will soon be over.
We have received advice that your new Mazda RX-8 Type S Sand Beige Leather withSide Curtain Airbag will be shipped on "INGOLSTADT".
The schedule is as follows :-
21 June ETD Yokohama
27 June Submit docs to customs for OMV
29 June OMV and submit docs to LTA for VITAS
2 July ETA Singapore
6 July Vehicle Inspection at STA
Install original in dashCD/MP3 player
7 July Register car at 10am. You can driveaway car anytime before 11am.

If inspection can be earlier, I will try my best to deliver car to you earlier.

Things to do :-
1) I will revert back with a price for your current 323 on 1 to 1 exchange basis
2) Pls confirm which insurance you want
3) Final and full settlement to Garage R Pte Ltd 3 days before registration by cheque. Cashier order 1 day before registration.

That's all for now. Do let me know if you need any clarification.

Email from GarageR dated 19/6/07:

Siew Lee and I run the company without a sales force since we started company from May 2003. From order, pricing to delivery, we are on top of every aspect of work. We bring in all the cars we sell and register them ourselves in our office. Most dealers rely on third party companies to bring in the cars. However, owners are not protected as in the event of a recall, there is no obligation on the part of the seller (if he is not importer) to rectify the problems. To have a peace of mind, it is good to check with LTA Engineering Dept if the dealer is in fact the importer. LTA's no is 65535444.
We appreciate the support you have given to us and will do our best to meet your expectation. In fact, we have even secured a COE CAT A for you at $16,101 at the last round of Bidding without asking you to top up. As far as we are concerned, once the price is locked in, we will deliver.
We apologise for taking time to check the best offer we can get for your 323. We just got a quote at $34,000 and it is based on delivering the car when you collect your new one on 7 7 07.
We will see on the 2 July at our office when your car comes in. Will you be in town on that day. Time is likely in the afternoon after 1pm. We can settle all outstanding matters then.
Thanks
June

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Yup, still can get 6MTs from PI no problem. Looks like only those dealers who don't import the cars directly themselves kena MMsg's embargo. I think my economic pressure explanation in the 'worst experience with PI' thread is likely to be correct.

I am in no way affiliated with GR, except as a customer, but I posted this cos I'm happy with their service so far (automatically informed me, no need to chase..detailed schedule and everything in b&w). Price also not that steep like what ppl think, considering the specs & omv.. now onli waiting for the abovementioned to become reality..

Rumboo

For the next week, if anyone reads in the news that a freighter called 'Ingolstadt' disappeared in the south china sea, you know I will be curled up in one corner crying.. :cry:




CHOIIIIIIII!!!!!!

allen

So Qiao..... my previous ride is also 323.

SushiFan

even if that happens i'm sure the vehicles are insured? only diff is that you have to wait longer for the next shipment.

Rumboo

Looks like some PI can import, some cannot..because::

Yay, have been driving around for over a week in my new 8, and it has been really fun. GR delivered on their promise (maybe becos they don't promise too much)..say 3 mths means 3 mths... I must say, very transparent with no hassle at all.. Everything mentioned in sales agreement was delivered, and all the paperwork done for me. Good job. And cheaper than MM. Onli a couple of pics at the moment..

Stormy Blue JDM 6MT 249ps w/ keyless entry, autolevelling HID, foggies, rain-repellant glass, Beige Factory Leather, Leather everything, 9spkr Bose 'audiopilot', Electric DvrSeat Adjustment, MP3, Solar Film, Folding mirrors with lamp, center console drink warmer, etc.



Onli problem is only 1 yr warranty and 1 oil cooler....

Oh, and June asked me to testify to you lot that the keyless entry is factory installed, not GR installed. Don't think they had enough time to install before I personally saw the car, cos they also showed me the original shipping arrival notice/freight bill, so I know when the car arrived in port. Somemore, the card key matches the official Mazda brochure pic exactly. Logo also doesn't look chiong one.

Okok, enough liao, if i say anymore, i will demand commission from them. Hoping to make the next meetup! (if there ever is one.)

raymondkohms

Hi Rumboo,

was at GR today, June was mentioning about delivery of a stormy blue with sandy seats, MUST be yours...hehe..

considering between the TYPE E 6AT and normal 6AT,
colour wise tempted to get your combi but wonder how it looks like in person,
could we meet up for me to take a quick look ? hehe...

Rumboo

hehe, no lah, mine was 5th Jul.. mebbe it was Winn's?

Sure, would be glad to meet to show you, but with the rain these past few days, you must look a little harder under all the dirt, keke.. tmrw i am free.

Pm-ming you my contact no.

BlackEight

hey Ian,

Congrats to yr new ride.

yr JDM 6mt has speed cut at 180km?
any mods yet?

so i'll be sure to look out for your spanking new ride in sungei gedong this
coming sept.

winn

Rumboo, very tempted to get Sand Beige seats because it looks real good but didn't. haha. my is black seats so i guess June's talking about yours!!

You are FAMOUS now!!!

Rumboo

^^Yeah, she owes me money for saying good things abt GR!!

so far the seats still white...

Blackeight,
Yups..but (stormy blue) + (area D dust) =
Don't go and blardy sign your name in the dust hor! haha

Haven't tested the speed cut yet, my license not bulletproof..somemore someone told me if driving licence kena revoked, flying licence will also kena revoked. One day i must go check properly. Anyways, only mod so far is 1 x child seat, but looking to put in the second oil cooler soon.