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#16143 of 17805 by ANT14 Feb 13, 2004 (1:57 pm)
"The wind that gathers at the front of a big-rig doesn't even phase the Mazda 6 like other cars I've been in"   I can vouche for this, on a recent trip borrowing a friends Mazda6 I was doing 110MPH on rain slick turnpike passing 18 wheeler's and the car felt very planted when doing so.
#16144 of 17805 Ant 14 by ramped1 Feb 13, 2004 (2:44 pm)
"I was doing 110MPH on rain slick turnpike passing 18 wheeler's and the car felt very planted when doing so."   Wonder how well the 6's brakes will work on that wet pavement at 110 mph if something goes wrong.
#16145 of 17805 hboyd by barryso Feb 13, 2004 (2:48 pm)
"Anybody have some raves about their 6's?? Does the car satisfy you? Let's put the negatives aside for a second."   I'm pretty happy, too. The car is a lot of fun to drive when your in the mood to play. It goes down rural back roads at speeds that would have other cars feeling pretty unsafe. It handles these situations with aplomb and keeps a smile on my face. Can't ask for much more than that.   It is also comfortable when your just stuck behind slow moving traffic.   Saw the hatchback at the auto show last week and *really* like it. Wish it was available a year ago...
#16146 of 17805 Great car... greater discussion by hboyd Feb 13, 2004 (4:24 pm)
Glad to see this board showing positive feelings about the 6. I have the same feelings toward my '01 Protege ES... three years ago and now! This why I am waiting for the debut of the 6 sport wagon [sigh]. Looks like a lot of R&D went into this vehicle.   Good to see a company standing behind their product and making things right. Sadly, mistakes were made by humans in the assembly stage and possibly some R&D.
#16147 of 17805 hboyd by newcar31 Feb 13, 2004 (5:00 pm)
I had 01 Protege ES 5sp before my 03 6i. That was a really nice car. I really like my 6, but I should've waited a little longer before I bought one.
#16148 of 17805 Mazda6 S is King... by fowler3 Feb 13, 2004 (5:39 pm)
of country roads! Know what you mean, that's what i found out in a test drive. Wish I was ready to trade.   fowler3
#16149 of 17805 hboyd by r2s2 Feb 13, 2004 (8:24 pm)
I love my 6s MT. It's not quite a 330i -- my friend's car -- but IMO it's about as close as you can get with FWD under $30K . . . and rides better. It's been trouble-free, is a blast to drive, and still gets admiring glances over a year after the car debuted.
#16150 of 17805 by ANT14 Feb 13, 2004 (9:39 pm)
I've had to test drive numerous cars, and I myself dislike FWD cars, but this is definately the most neutral feeling, best handling, best responding FWD car I've driven. And it just begs to be thrown into curves, and quickly composes itself when doing so. If anything, someone might feel TOO confident with the vehicle.
#16151 of 17805 by livaudais Feb 14, 2004 (5:06 am)
I have a 6s MT and sound like a broken record while singing its praises. I've owned it for 8 months now. Aside from some "staining" in the right rear door sill, I have not had a single problem. The car is still tight as a vault, with zero squeaks or rattles. I don't even use the stereo, because I love to hear the engine rev. Mine is a non-sport version, and the ride/handling compromise is perfect for me. You'll find criticism on other forums about the Michelin Energy tires that come standard on the non-sport 6 and some other sedans. Well, they work just fine on this car -- makes me think the tires aren't the problem for the others!   I compared this car to the Passat and TSX. Both have nicer interiors than the 6 (especially the Passat), but neither is as engaging to drive IMHO. I recently had the chance to drive a friend's TSX while she drove my 6. I think we both came away satisfied that we had chosen the right car.   The 6 is not for everyone. But if you're looking for a practical sport sedan, it is an excellent choice.   CL
#16152 of 17805 Boring- by carguy58 Feb 14, 2004 (9:47 am)
Nobody is complaning today on this board. Can I write this day down?

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