Proton Inspira production has ended. Buy them while you still can

A source mentioned to me that Proton had produced its last Inspira in early April. Yes folks, production of the rebadged ninth generation Mitsubishi Lancer has wrapped up. This was inevitable as I believe the original arrangement to rebadge and assemble the Lancer here in Malaysia has come to an end. I actually find it a pity as the Inspira offers fanstastic value for money.

I've already mentioned in a previous posting how good this car is for its price and I still think its a darn shame many of you aren't buying it over the smaller, slower, less comfy Toyota Vioses and Honda Cities out there. So much more car for you money.



Anyway, Proton still has a stockpile of these cars and will continue selling them till they run out. If you are reading this, and intend of getting a 4 door sedan under RM90,000. This should be your choice. Who the heck else is giving you a 1.8 manual to shift the gears yourself under RM75,000? Who else is giving you a 2.0liter C segment sedan for under RM85,000? These cars can cruise with ease above the speed limits (not that I am suggesting you to do this) with ease. Why bother with a tiny 1.5liter when you can belt all the way down to JB or up to Penang with the relative power and performance of a proper 1.8liter or 2.0liter car?

Try not to pass up this opportunity folks. Tell me what other car under RM90,000 has this much performance on tap? Pray tell.

Anyway. So long, and thanks for all the fish. Er, fun.