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#1989 of 2018 Re: 626 survivor [superexploded] by backy Mar 12, 2008 (10:20 am)
Replying to: superexploded (Mar 03, 2008 8:34 pm) Of course! The 626 was around through the 2002 model year. My oldest son has my 2000 626 ES I4 AT at college, so it doesn't get many miles on it except the 400 mile round trip 7-8 times a year. Has about 96k miles on it and is running well. Looks almost new except for a few touched-up scratches, and the driver's seat leather is starting to wear a bit. Bought it a little over 2 years ago with 84k on it. Dealer did the 60k service before I picked it up, so it won't need a major servicing for awhile. So far I've put a transmission cooler on it (no further problems with the tranny after I did that), some rear strut (?) bushings to fix a rear-end squeak, a new driver's side mirror (driver error!), and an actuator for the power locks. And a new DieHard battery last winter. I like how it drives, especially the handling. Good highway car. The I4 is pretty gruff though.
#1990 of 2018 Fairwell to an old friend. by chuck1 Mar 15, 2008 (8:38 pm)
Well, six years ago I purchased an '02 Mazda 626 ES/V6. I drove it for business for two years, and then stored it for a year before given it to my teenager who took exceptional care of the car. It had leather, Bose, sunroof, etc. I paid $16,000 for it with less than 5,000 miles on it. The only major work was a new radiator and axle. Other than those two items, just general maintenance.   I traded it in last month on a brand new ('07) Honda Accord EX-L 4cylinder w/auto.   They gave me $3,500.00 for the Mazda which with 100,000 miles was still running great.   But I started a new job (sales-125plus miles a day) and didn't want the major maintenance I knew was coming up. (Timing belt, water pump, tensioner, struts) nor did I have the time to get these things done. If you do the math, you will know that it was a very reasonable cost per month to drive this great car.   Good luck to those who are still holding on!! Replies to this message: backy (Mar 16, 2008 10:15 am) chuck1 (Mar 16, 2008 10:51 am)
#1991 of 2018 Re: Fairwell to an old friend. [chuck1] by backy Mar 16, 2008 (10:15 am)
Replying to: chuck1 (Mar 15, 2008 8:38 pm) Seems like a good trade in price for a car with 100k miles.   I am really surprised you were able to find a brand new '07 Accord I4 still laying around! Must have gotten a really good discount on it, huh? Replies to this message: chuck1 (Mar 16, 2008 10:51 am)
#1992 of 2018 Re: Fairwell to an old friend. [backy] by chuck1 Mar 16, 2008 (10:51 am)
Replying to: backy (Mar 16, 2008 10:15 am) Yes, it was almost $5,000.00 off sticker!
#1993 of 2018 Chat night by pf_flyer HOST Mar 18, 2008 (6:54 am)
It's Tuesday so that means it's Mazda chat time again! Stop in tonight and meet and greet some of your fellow CarSpace members. We'll talk anything and everything Mazda, automotive, and just plain have a good time.   The Mazda Club Chat is on tonight. The chat room opens at 8:45PM ET Hope to see YOU there! Check out the schedule
#1994 of 2018 Need info on a 1989 626? by celticqueen Apr 18, 2008 (6:24 pm)
I am possibly purchasing an 89. It's auto w 100K miles & seems to run pretty well no leaking/smoking & is immaculate. Asking price is 1600,and other than the rack&pinion steering(haven't driven one in a LONG time) , it also has a turbo charger. Says Gas mileage is about 32 mpg & that it can really GO! I just need a safe var to get me to and from work, and while I realize an 89 is almost 20 yrs old, I am womdering if there are inherent problems I should look for? Thanks for any input!
#1995 of 2018 Would stay away by chuck1 Apr 19, 2008 (6:37 pm)
A turbo wasn't standard for this model year, so this was an aftermarket addition. If it has a turbo it was raced. In addititon with a turbo you have to keep the oil changes at short intervals or risk blowing the turbo. A turbo has the potential to cost over several hundred dollars (if not a thousand) to be replaced.   Do your self a favor and stay away from any car with a turbo if you are on a budget.   Good luck! Replies to this message: maltb (Apr 21, 2008 10:27 am) chuck1 (Apr 21, 2008 3:15 pm)
#1996 of 2018 Oil Pan Replacement by elrlaw Apr 21, 2008 (7:17 am)
What is involved in replacing a holed oil pan on a '98 Mazda 626, 4 cyl, manual trans? Does the pan drop straight down? Are there any interferences? Is there any special type of gasket material needed or will stock tubed silicone gasket material work? Thanks!
#1997 of 2018 Re: Would stay away [chuck1] by maltb Apr 21, 2008 (10:27 am)
Replying to: chuck1 (Apr 19, 2008 6:37 pm) I believe there was an '89 626 Turbo.   Horsepower (SAE net): 145 4300 rpm Torque (lb-ft): 190 3500 rpm   Many people feel that the power was understated to meet regulations in various countries. Regardless, 190 lb ft of torque in a 2700 lb car makes for $1,600 well spent. Replies to this message: chuck1 (Apr 21, 2008 3:15 pm)
#1998 of 2018 Re: Would stay away [maltb] by chuck1 Apr 21, 2008 (3:15 pm)
Replying to: maltb (Apr 21, 2008 10:27 am) Thanks for the correction. I still believe someone on a budget should steer clear of a turbo.   If has a turbo...there is an increased possibility that the car was driven hard and should not be purchased as a used car by someone on a budget.

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