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#21 of 2018 Checking those recalls by windowphobe6 Feb 10, 2000 (2:42 am)
The "stalling" problem comes from a bug in the computer's programming. Under one particular set of circumstances, the fuel-air mixture goes too lean and the car conks out. The recall involves reprogramming the computer. The one involving the stereo is a little weirder. In general, if the humidity is high, the A/C is on and the window is down (huh?), condensation can enter the head unit, which could theoretically cause a short - and if it's at the speaker terminals, it could cause overheating, and a fire could break out. (I once had a VCR shoot out flames from its heat sink, so I take this more seriously than it sounds.)
#22 of 2018 How do we know? by windowphobe6 Feb 10, 2000 (2:46 am)
Mazda North American Operations can presumably tell you if any particular car has received the fix, since they have to reimburse the dealer for doing the work. And as new incidents occur, there's always the possibility of new recalls.
#23 of 2018 good deal? by ann10 Feb 14, 2000 (4:33 pm)
My sister is interested in a 2000 ES V6 demo with 1,700 miles. It has just about everything but ABS. The dealership is asking $18,900. Is this a good deal? What are some things to be on the look out for when buying a demo. How much is taken off for the mileage? She isn't too familiar with Mazda. How are they for reliability?
#24 of 2018 oops! by ann10 Feb 14, 2000 (5:55 pm)
my mistake, asking price $21000 NOT $18900. Once again, is this a good deal with 1700 demo miles.
#25 of 2018 . by ateixeira Feb 14, 2000 (7:30 pm)
$18900 maybe. $21000 no way. You can get a new one for about that much. With demos you have no idea how it was broken in. It may have been test driven by dozens of people. The new ones have rebates, and sell for close to invoice. Shop around. -juice
#26 of 2018 ateixeira by ann10 Feb 14, 2000 (8:58 pm)
Thanks for the info. I will pass it along. This is her first NEW car purchase. Better watch out for the sharks!!! (:
#27 of 2018 . by ateixeira Feb 16, 2000 (5:06 pm)
They always, always extend it. Worst case scenario, there's a short gap between incentive programs. Best case scenario, the rebate goes up. I believe the current plan goes until 2/29. Automotive News lists the rebate at $1500, but they don't mention low rates. -juice
#28 of 2018 . by snoopy18 Feb 16, 2000 (8:45 pm)
Well, that's good to know about the incentives. I'm still wary of waiting though. When does the next issue of Automotive News come out? Oh, and the current incentive is $1500 cash back or $500 cash with 0% for 36 mos., 3.9% for 48 mos., and 5.9% for 60 mos. And it is all scheduled to end 2/29.
#29 of 2018 Any positive experiences? by snoopy18 Feb 16, 2000 (8:49 pm)
Oh, and has anyone had a positive experience with the 2000 ES V6 with AT? I really like the car, and want to avoid getting the same car as everyone else (i.e. Camry and Accord). Any positive reinforcement would be nice, esp. before I buy!!
#30 of 2018 . by ateixeira Feb 16, 2000 (9:02 pm)
Those may be regional incentives. Automotive News is a weekly, and comes out every Monday. Mazda typically waits until they expire to announce new programs. We love our 95 ES V6, though it's a 5 speed. We're happy, and it's been mostly trouble-free (just one fuel system service in 5 years). -juice

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