I have just bought Hafei Minz for $19,990 (OPC). I think its a damn good deal, considering that it can seat 7 adults! (with 3yrs/100,000kms warranty) I took a 10 year loan and only pay $230.20 per month! I am still waiting for the car to be delivered (mid Sep 2007).

I have read alot of reviews and spoke to some of my China Chinese friends about the car. They told me is not attractive but reliable, so will wait and update you guys again!

3D look at Hafei Minz Interior. http://www.hafeiauto.com.cn/Skin/hafei/cp/360-minyi-n.html

One Motoring Review: http://www.onemotoring.com.sg/publish/onemotoring/en/motoring_buzz/road_tests/mpv__multi_purpose0/hafei_1051cc.html

See more photos: http://asia.ph.groups.yahoo.com/group/Hafei/photos







My reviews after nearly 1 week of driving

Behind The Wheel (4/5)
The fairly roomy interior seats comfortably 7 adults (I tried it with 7 adults and 2 kids). The driving position is upright with limited adjustment, but the large wing mirrors give a good rearward visibility. The design of the cabin is simple and it's pretty user friendly. There's a good quality stereo, central locking on all five doors, heated rear window and good lightings (includes front map reading lights). No power steering is not so much an issue (small tyres).

On The Road (3/5)
It's an agile and nimble car, ideal for city driving. Its compact shape means it can weave through traffic and park-up in tight places, while its engine gives nippy acceleration up to 40km/hr (it performs best with lighter loads). The steering is pretty sharp, but you need to be forceful with the gear change and careful around sharp turns (high centre of gravity means that there's a lot of body roll). On the expressway, the 1.1-litre engine can feel stretched and at higher speeds the steering can become a little vague. You sit almost on top of the engine, so engine noise is a problem - especially at higher speeds - creating a 'buzzy' noise inside the cabin, making longer trips a chore. It also lacks power at 50-70kmh/hr, which means overtaking moves have to be well planned. I tried driving up a slope with 6 adults and yes its not fast but I can still move at 40kmhr (3rd gear).

Brakes And Wheels (3/5)
Ventilated disc brakes at the front and drums at the rear provides me a better than expected braking power (of course when full load have to keep my distance).

Safety and Security (3/5)
It is a budget car, but from the price that I am paying I have no qualms over safety. The car comes with fog lamps (front and rear), remote central locking and alarm.

Running Costs (4/5)
As it is 3 yrs warranty, parts will not be an issue for me yet. However it is a cheap car and generally quite cheap to run (insurance, road tax & parts). I will update the Fuel Consumption (FC) figures, after I the first 1000kms run.

Reliability (3/5)
Generally mechanically robust, like most cars it needs to have regular service. As expected (from the price), the interior isn't as heavy duty, much of the trim can be easily damaged.

Verdict (4/5)
You get for what you pay for and I feel very satisfied with Hafei Minz. It's definitely worth my every penny, but let me know if you can find a cheaper or similar price mpv

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no comments. just remember to keep us updated.

uhhh... China Chinese friends.. sorry but they only have Chinese cars there.. whate are they comparing their cars to?

other Chinese cars?

i dunno..

clicky here => Crash Test

this is a crash test of a Chinese SUV.. the people in such a crash should get away unscathed... but the crash test dummies are totally destroyed..

drive carefully yah?

it was said that if you want to hit anything in a car crash, you pray that you hit a made in china car.. because your own survivabilty is dramatically improve if you hit a made in china car... while they're dead meat

hehe... 10 year loan, lets see if it can last that long

TS, u shd have seek hellomoto's opinion first ma..

Originally posted by tomsss:

hehe... 10 year loan, lets see if it can last that long

if u ask him the answer will be the same.....GOOD!

but TS, why u pay a 10 year loan? why nt make a big first payment den every month no need pay over 200 plus....i think every month 200 plus is a bit a lot, consider dat u bought a china car....

u are so gona regret

After you get it, do a slope test. Load it with real people, and up a slope with it, say for example robinson point building MSCP.

a lot of it is actually interest...

you're paying $27,624

$7,634 is interest

that's a lot of interest for something which is about $20k

Originally posted by hiphop2009:

if u ask him the answer will be the same.....GOOD!

but TS, why u pay a 10 year loan? why nt make a big first payment den every month no need pay over 200 plus....i think every month 200 plus is a bit a lot, consider dat u bought a china car....

That's dirt cheap.

Originally posted by Vigelic:

no comments. just remember to keep us updated.

Defn will keep you all updated!

TS have you brought life insurance ?

Originally posted by tomsss:

hehe... 10 year loan, lets see if it can last that long

I dun plan to drive it that long, I will drive it as long as the car is still under warranty

Originally posted by hiphop2009:

if u ask him the answer will be the same.....GOOD!

but TS, why u pay a 10 year loan? why nt make a big first payment den every month no need pay over 200 plus....i think every month 200 plus is a bit a lot, consider dat u bought a china car....

Well this car is for poor people like me and as long as it suit my budget...why not?

Originally posted by the Bear:

uhhh... China Chinese friends.. sorry but they only have Chinese cars there.. whate are they comparing their cars to?

other Chinese cars?

i dunno..

clicky here => Crash Test

this is a crash test of a Chinese SUV.. the people in such a crash should get away unscathed... but the crash test dummies are totally destroyed..

drive carefully yah?

it was said that if you want to hit anything in a car crash, you pray that you hit a made in china car.. because your own survivabilty is dramatically improve if you hit a made in china car... while they're dead meat

Thanks for the info, but I guess accident do happend..and if its time to go..I guess its time to go

drive carefully..

really..

the least you could have done is to buy a kia picanto

Originally posted by JJxJJ:

the least you could have done is to buy a kia picanto

I need the space for 6 people.

Somewhere in Europe, Hafei Minz use as MediKids Ambulance

[quote]Originally posted by WHATODO:
I have just bought Hafei Minz for [b]$19,990 (OPC). I think its a damn good deal (with 3yrs/100,000kms warranty) I took a 10 year loan and only pay $230.20 per month! I am still waiting for the car to be delivered (mid Sep 2007).

I have read alot of reviews and spoke to some of my China Chinese friends about the car. They told me is not attractive but reliable, so will wait and update you guys again!

quote]

You bought the ceapest 6 seater in the market and you made it cheaper by buying an OPC. Ask yourself, do you really think you can afford a car in the 1st place?

Originally posted by nullifi3d:
[quote]Originally posted by WHATODO:
[b]I have just bought Hafei Minz for [b]$19,990 (OPC). I think its a damn good deal (with 3yrs/100,000kms warranty) I took a 10 year loan and only pay $230.20 per month! I am still waiting for the car to be delivered (mid Sep 2007).

I have read alot of reviews and spoke to some of my China Chinese friends about the car. They told me is not attractive but reliable, so will wait and update you guys again!

quote]

You bought the ceapest 6 seater in the market and you made it cheaper by buying an OPC. Ask yourself, do you really think you can afford a car in the 1st place?[/b]

Thanks for your concern, I have done my maths and yes is the cheapest car in Singapore

if you were yo get involved in an accident , i doubt would be anything serious.

hafei also cant reach high speed , and make sure you REALLY drive carefully.

who knows even if youre not speeding , but the other guy is?

just drive carefully with that car.

true about it being suitable for your needs.

Originally posted by ditzy:

After you get it, do a slope test. Load it with real people, and up a slope with it, say for example robinson point building MSCP.

amk hub the carpark can liao la...

hey this car.

that time along expressway this car signal right. female driver.
no one gave way. everyone kept closing up the gap infront of their cars.

"everyone" includes me too!