What does a history-making milestone look like? In January 1988, it looked like a 1.3-litre Proton Saga finished in Kelabu Gerimis, parked proudly next to its lucky new owner, Puan Yatimah Binti Sha’arani.
Unknowingly walking into the EON Jalan Kemajuan branch in Petaling Jaya to replace her old Japanese car, the Public Bank employee became a permanent part of Malaysian automotive lore: the buyer of the 100,000th Proton Saga.
The $3,000 “EONTech” Jackpot Hitting the 100k milestone wasn’t just a badge of honor; it came with a massive haul of period-correct goodies. Puan Yatimah walked away with:
- A premium EONTech accessory package worth a staggering $3,000 (featuring those sharp, iconic alloy wheels, custom pin-striping, and front fog lamps).
- One year of free servicing.
- A custom-made keychain and badge.
- A special feature in Majallah Saga.
Why This Matters Today
Reading through the original clipping, Puan Yatimah’s words capture the raw national pride of the late 80s: “Saya rakyat Malaysia dan Proton Saga adalah kereta Malaysia. Saya rasa memang patut saya menyokong industri negara kita sendiri.” She also noted how much easier it was to get spare parts compared to her previous Japanese ride—a testament to how deeply the Saga integrated into local car culture.
With its distinctive early-spec grille, front chin spoiler, and that unforgettable WBQ 757 plate, this specific 1.3S Magma-era beauty represents the exact moment Proton proved the skeptics wrong. 100,000 cars in less than three years on the road.
Where is WBQ 757 today? Is it still wearing its EONTech decals, or tucked away in a collection? If you know where this slice of history is, drop a comment below!
