Intake options for Autos...JWT not available
So, basically you guys in Singapore just learn how to insert the key in your car to start the engine? Do you guys still have full-service gas stations, I assume? In the US, that's DIY for decades now. 
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Hi Z-U,
LOL that's pretty much it mate! Although some enthuasists do know a bit more about cars, modding, what parts/brands are good/suitable but to actually roll up our sleeves and do installation a big NO-NO! We just send our cars into specialist tuning shops to get the work done. Typically we'll buy the parts from them and they will also charge us for labour.
We still have full-service gas stations! :-)
LOL that's pretty much it mate! Although some enthuasists do know a bit more about cars, modding, what parts/brands are good/suitable but to actually roll up our sleeves and do installation a big NO-NO! We just send our cars into specialist tuning shops to get the work done. Typically we'll buy the parts from them and they will also charge us for labour.
We still have full-service gas stations! :-)
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Hi Bofa,
Yes would be an interesting skill to pick up if I can do minor mods myself.
I don't have a quote for intake replacement but to give you some sense of costs, installation of a new set of coilovers will cost c. USD133 for labour alone. The shop that sells you the coilovers will also make some margin on
the product.
How does that compare to the US?
Cheers
Yes would be an interesting skill to pick up if I can do minor mods myself.
I don't have a quote for intake replacement but to give you some sense of costs, installation of a new set of coilovers will cost c. USD133 for labour alone. The shop that sells you the coilovers will also make some margin on
the product.
How does that compare to the US?
Cheers
hey bleachberu! Tell you the truth, i know alot of people on the RX8 community down in singapore that work on their own cars most of the time and installing an intake doesn't really require classes. Just a daring person and someone that is willing to try it. Buy some gum from the U.S. and chew some and spit it to a cops face, your brain will turn into a mechanical mastermind!
Dave
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LOL will do that mate! You're absolutely right, just need to take the first step!
I will chat more with the 8 guys more to learn, they have an active forum in SG (its a popular car here).
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I will chat more with the 8 guys more to learn, they have an active forum in SG (its a popular car here).
Cheers
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Hi NFear,
You seem to know the Singapore mkt well! :-) Yes, Tan Chong is the official distributor for all nissan makes here.
Unlike the US, the Z is marketed as a rather expensive sports car. I'm guessing its due to a different marketing strategy by Nissan + higher import duties and cost of ownership (certificates of ownership-COE that must be paid b4 one can own a car here). A brand new 06 coupe here will cost close to USD100k. (assuming an ER of 1.0USD= 1.5 SGD) The roadster slightly higher.
I don't know the US mkt well but I know cars are far cheaper there. What kind of cars can I buy for USD100k in the US?
Cheers,
B
You seem to know the Singapore mkt well! :-) Yes, Tan Chong is the official distributor for all nissan makes here.
Unlike the US, the Z is marketed as a rather expensive sports car. I'm guessing its due to a different marketing strategy by Nissan + higher import duties and cost of ownership (certificates of ownership-COE that must be paid b4 one can own a car here). A brand new 06 coupe here will cost close to USD100k. (assuming an ER of 1.0USD= 1.5 SGD) The roadster slightly higher.
I don't know the US mkt well but I know cars are far cheaper there. What kind of cars can I buy for USD100k in the US?
Cheers,
B
Yeah, my girlfriend's family runs Tan Chong so I know a thing or two about the singapore market. WHOA! with 100k USD you could get a really really nice mercedes benz or three brand new 350z's 
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Hi NFear,
You seem to know the Singapore mkt well! :-) Yes, Tan Chong is the official distributor for all nissan makes here.
Unlike the US, the Z is marketed as a rather expensive sports car. I'm guessing its due to a different marketing strategy by Nissan + higher import duties and cost of ownership (certificates of ownership-COE that must be paid b4 one can own a car here). A brand new 06 coupe here will cost close to USD100k. (assuming an ER of 1.0USD= 1.5 SGD) The roadster slightly higher.
I don't know the US mkt well but I know cars are far cheaper there. What kind of cars can I buy for USD100k in the US?
Cheers,
B
You seem to know the Singapore mkt well! :-) Yes, Tan Chong is the official distributor for all nissan makes here.
Unlike the US, the Z is marketed as a rather expensive sports car. I'm guessing its due to a different marketing strategy by Nissan + higher import duties and cost of ownership (certificates of ownership-COE that must be paid b4 one can own a car here). A brand new 06 coupe here will cost close to USD100k. (assuming an ER of 1.0USD= 1.5 SGD) The roadster slightly higher.
I don't know the US mkt well but I know cars are far cheaper there. What kind of cars can I buy for USD100k in the US?
Cheers,
B
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Happy New Year!
Thanks guys. Will look into this. Probably have to order online and get it shipped to Singapore.
Wow, I wish I was working in the US then! :-) Wasn't even thinking of a Ferrari, 911 Turbo would be my dream car.
Cheers,
B
Thanks guys. Will look into this. Probably have to order online and get it shipped to Singapore.
Wow, I wish I was working in the US then! :-) Wasn't even thinking of a Ferrari, 911 Turbo would be my dream car.
Cheers,
B
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Friendliest popcharger thread? LOL
RX8 is pretty popular with a strong community here as its 1.3 engine gets away with cheaper road taxes. The new 6AT will cost about SGD95k so c. USD59k. The 6MT will cost about SGD 115 c. USD72k.
Hi Nitrouz, thanks for the offer. Definitely consider it. The website I'm ordering stuff from doesn't stock it. When are you coming down to SG? How should we transact?
Cheers,
B
RX8 is pretty popular with a strong community here as its 1.3 engine gets away with cheaper road taxes. The new 6AT will cost about SGD95k so c. USD59k. The 6MT will cost about SGD 115 c. USD72k.
Hi Nitrouz, thanks for the offer. Definitely consider it. The website I'm ordering stuff from doesn't stock it. When are you coming down to SG? How should we transact?
Cheers,
B