So, the Proton buyer knows his car has been thoroughly tested in the worse conditions that can be thrown up at car and river. The Proton coupe also got a top 10 ranking as one of the most satisfying cars to own in a BBC Top Gear poll. Buying this Malaysian make does away with the malaise of choice when buying a new car.

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