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Hi guys, I need your opinion on the 2007 Toyota Vitz RS which comes with the 1.5L 1NZ-FE engine paired with an automatic transmission. I want to know the following: 1. Mechanical (engine and transmission) reliability, parts availability, and maintenance. 2. Any known Vitz RS issues besides mechanical 3. Fuel economy estimates. 4. Good price range according to your knowledge on the market. 5. What is the aftermarket support in Sri Lanka like? 6. Any recommendation for an alternative? I'm just trying to get an overall idea about the vehicle, and it would be great if someone could let me know the pros and cons of this specific vehicle. Thank you!

Dear Friends Recently, I bought a Japanese alto 2017 December (HA36S chassis). It is registered in SL in 2019. 1) Odometer is 32,000. But may be tampered. However, all four tyres are same Dunlop Japanese 2017 year ones. Seems around 50%~60% percent worn. 2) Later, I noticed that RMV sticker had been removed and attached to the file after laminating. So, I guessed that windscreen is replaced, may be due to an accidents. However, I serviced it at a garage and the mechanic told me that there are no signs of a big accident. But both number plates are slightly damaged and there were painting touches in several places including front and rear bumpers. 3) The fan belt seems slightly slipping. 4) Idle Stop indicator in blinking and not working. (It was intermittently working, when I purchased it). Does it due to weakness of the 12V battery? So, what are the maintenance works that you suggest, since I don’t know the history exactly? I have already replaced Engine Oil, Oil Filter, Transmission Oil and Brake Oil. i) A/C Service? ii) Engine Tune Up? iii) Any other things that you suggest? iv) Do you recommend to get it checked at A*W?

Hi Guys, I'm a complete noob and I need some help in buying a car from Japanese auctions. Anybody has any knowledge on "R" (repaired) graded cars in Japanese auctions? Is it a risk that i should completely avoid? or can we find good deals under this category? Do we get any information like what was the repair done to a particular vehicle or at least what category the repair is or the severity of the damage? Thanks in advance

Any Ideas for a brand new vehicle for family use between 4-5.5mil? We had a 2009 Honda Insight for several years, bought it on second market. Under this economic condition is there anyway to get a decent vehicle(an upgrade of course) without any compromises?

Hi all, For all who might find the below helpful. Cheers! Instrument cluster translation from Japanese to English: Download - user manual: http://www.suzuki.co.jp/car/owners_manual/files/2_99011-52R02_20170906035005.pdf

As you all know the Japanese Domestic Model of the Prius comes with Japanese as both display and voice language. I was just wondering if it would be possible to change this to English. Does anyone know if this is possible? Cheers, Hansa

Hi experts, I'm new to this forum and hoping for kind responses from you all. I'll keep it as simple as I could. Well.. I am hoping to buy my first car (ever) and my budget is around 1.5M to 2.0M. And I'm looking for a sedan type Japanese car (YOM around 1995-2005).Later the better. If you guys could come up with nice suggestions, I would really appreciate it. Also, please note that I have a pretty basic knowledge about vehicles, but catching up fast. Thanks in advance, Have a nice day!

Can someone please tell me something about this car Datsun REDI-GO? Is it a Japanese car or is it something similar to Alto or Kiwid? would welcome comments from anyone using it currently.

Hi folks , i need a big help as im stucked with what to buy for my budget . I will state my requirements as below. Vehicle should falls under 2.0-2.6million budget since im driving frequently it should do a good fuel consumption (at least 14 kmpl ) it should repair free ( even if i get repair cost must be lower with parts and services ) prefer brand new one or 2nd hand one not much old ( i hate those 90s cars ) should have a good interior and conditions ( patta gahala nathi ekak ) when i research the market as brand new and like brand new vehicles i found followings in my budget. celerio -2nd hand YOM 2015 hyundai eon renault kwid alto k10 and 800 As second hand toyota vios vitz (old one -2002 to 2005 ) swift mazda bj5p honda city (new model) -2003 suzuki astar ( not much interested ) VW bora corolla 110 lancer cs2 fb 15 and n16 Please advice me regarding these vehicles or new options that i can have . And please state the rejection or acceptances reasons as well it will help alot to make a decision for me

Suzuki admitted to improper fuel economy testing methods on 16 of its automobile models since 2010 in a statement released Wednesday. The company said the testing methods used were different from those required by Japanese rules, but that proper testing of the vehicles showed no need to amend the fuel economy data. Despite the irregular testing methods, Suzuki denied accusations that it had deliberately falsified data to make their vehicles seem more fuel efficient. "Any wrongdoing, such as manipulation of fuel efficiency data, were not found," it said in the statement. It also said the 16 models affected were sold only in Japan. Suzuki stock plummeted 15 percent Wednesday after reports began circulating that the company could be tied to a mileage cheating scandal currently surrounding Mitsubishi motors. "The company apologizes for the fact that we did not follow rules set by the country," CEO Osamu Suzuki told reporters, adding 2.1 million vehicles were affected. http://www.reuters.com/article/us-mitsubishimotors-scandal-suzuki-motor-idUSKCN0Y90AK

Hi Friends, I want to buy a car and I don't like Indian cars. I like to buy unregistered Japanese car. But my maximum budget is 3 million rupees. I don't want to buy a hybrid vehicle. Could you please give me some advice.

First i must thank admins for accepting my AutoLanka forum user account. So, Here is the story. I'm looking for a car (sedan/saloon) around 15-20 laks (Japanese/European). It will be my very first vehicle. I don't have expert knowledge in the area. But i was thinking of getting Civic EK3. Need your opinions.about EK3. Current Price range. Models available. Things i should look before buying. Fuel consumption (Manual vs. Auto) ... also about other vehicles i can get for that price range, Thanks.

Hi all, I'm new here and expecting your help to make up my mind for this. I'm planning to buy a Japanese Suzuki Alto Eco 2012 model. I made this decision after reading some news articles which claims that this version of alto is an extremely fuel efficient car. I do not know anything other than that. All I want to know is how much will it cost in SL? If you guys think that this is not a good option, please help me find a good car which matches my criteria. The car should be 1. Economical to run and maintain (I do a lot of driving) 2. Unregistered or slightly used (I'm usually busy, so cannot afford to spend a lot of time in the garage.) 3. With dual air bags or more (expecting some safety) 4. Around 2.7 million. Appreciate your help. Thanks in advance.