Neo Nite

Hmm... lots to say, but some are restricted. There are topics that are to be kept quiet for stated reasons and best interest, and there are topics that... well... just can't be revealed... but oh well... not everything can be said on my blog anymore. It's just not the same. But anyways, not all is secretive... the last week or so has been rather eventful... car launches, shows, new foodspots and hefty car service bills~

Neo Unleashed
Finally, the SRM was launched... 2 years of following it's progress, and I admit it's a gem. It's the first Proton to keep it's name in the 2nd generation, although it's not the 1st of Proton's 2nd Generation cars. Like Wira=GEN.2 and Tiara=Savvy... But for this launch, they decided to keep the name "Satria" despite it being an all-new car. Something tells me the original name of the GEN.2 was Proton Wira GEN.2... Hee hee... I have a thing for 2-door cars. Simply love them. The cars I've driven have all been 2-doors (stopped with the Alfa). Noticed the wrapped-up cars the night before (will get back to that later). In the morning, took this shot at the same place in Bangsar.



Waited till the 4.50pm launch time on the office tv... launched by our PM, the car was officially unveiled as the Proton Satria Neo. Looks really lovely, a LOT of cues taken from the GTi. I know cos our family has one... lol. Went to the outlet in Putra Perdana to check it out, both 1.3L and 1.6L versions. Simply lovely, the shape, low-rider look, the flared wheel arches, the cool central exhaust, Audi-inspired dash with COOL aircond dials and adjustments (you twist the vent itself!), GTi-inspired seats (semi-bucket tho), projector headlamps (does this mean bulbs for my Alfa will be easier to find?), neat sliding (Volvo-style) gearshift gate for manual, steering-mounted radio controls, smart rims and lil details... But it's unlikely I'm getting one. I'll stick to the Alfa till my job allows me to get a nice new quality car... Here are some pics from Proton and the brochure...





The brochure...


1.3L model

1.6L model

Projector headlamps

Semi-buckets

Audi-themed interior

Something tells me something should be there

Boot space similar to previous model

Neat touches, again Audi-like

Overall a real nice car... hope this helps bring Proton back on track. he quality is rock-solid, just like the Savvy (one of my fav models). If Proton can maintain the quality of the materials to a standard similar to the Juara (one of the best, 2nd only to the Alfa-dana), I'm sure they'll go far, as their body strength and rigidity is real good, and handling is well-sorted out. Kudos to Proton for coming out with the Satria Neo.

OIAM Spoilers
As many have known, the media seemed to have blundered and revealed the Top-10 of One in a Million. It appeared in almost every major newspaper... It might have been an 8TV mistake OR a mis-communication. But anyways, the damage is done. I won't reveal the whole thing that happened but I guess a pic or two wouldn't hurt right? (thx to cilipadi for some of the pix) The full thing would be revealed as the episode airs on 8TV. I'm particularly proud of Fifi for making it thru, despite being not well and against a formidable partner. As a sign of gratitude for making it that far, she donated food to the mosque the next day. Such a sweet gurl. will be hoping for the best from now on, as it is seriously one tough competition, with all the good talents in the Top-10. The additional 2 will be added in in the episode after the Knockout, making it the Top-12. Quite sad when certain favourites of mine were eliminated (but not THE favourite... hee hee), we'll just have to wait and see...


Sneak peek...

Hehehe...

Poor Fifi had flu...

Can the real Farah please raise your hand?

Late Nite Fever
Hanged out with Farah the next nite, it was a last minute thingy and I was about to go home... Picked Ulee up and met at Penang Mari (where else?). Fifi was blur again, turned-up an hour later (not dat I mind) becos she was waiting for my response... hee hee... actually we promised to meet up half and hour after the call. But anyways, was fun with all the various stories and gossip... and we were joined by Lokman, a fellow OIAM finalist and his fren for a while. After he balik, we still went on till quite late... too many stories! It was a sign to stop when Fifi starts saying wrong things... (hee hee...) So started heading home. Lil Myn didn't wana leave the house so she missed a ride in the Bug... haha...

Okla I wana stop now...

PEACE and God Bless,
Aris Tee