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#137 of 196 Come on out for the chat! by pf_flyer HOST Feb 06, 2004 (8:04 am)
Mazda Mania     Liven up your evening and join your fellow enthusiasts every Tuesday from 6-7pm PT/9-10pm ET for our Mazda Mania Chat!   This coming week's chat on Feb 10 is also going to include a set of trivia questions about the 2004 Mazda models, gleaned from the pages of Edmunds.com! So study up and join us on Tuesday evening!!   /direct/view/.ef1b553   PF Flyer Host Pickups & News & Views Message Boards
#139 of 196 My last Mazda was a 1987 626 by rbartyczak Feb 13, 2004 (1:56 pm)
Hi all, my name is Ron and I live in Maryland. I purchased my Mazda6 s on January 24, 2004. I previously owned a 1987 Mazda 626 LX from about 1992 to 1998. I had about 145,000 miles on it when a red-light runner crashed into it and ‘totaled’ it. It was one of the more enjoyable cars I had owned until now. My replacement car for the ’87 Mazda was a ’95 Saturn SL-2. While the price was right, it was a significant downgrade from the 626. Fortunately, in mid-January, the Saturn began giving me enough grief that I convinced my wife that we should donate it to charity. She then convinced me to buy a new car, rather than another used car; I love that woman. Thus began my quest.   I had always wanted a Honda Accord but they were always just a bit out of my price range. So I thought, now is the time. But, because of my researcher background, before purchasing a car I needed to compare all the mid-sized cars. I was very disappointed with the handling of what I thought would be the two most likely candidates; the Accord EX and the Camry SE. After a few days of disappointing test drives and numerous internet searches, I decided to check out the Mazda6. Oh, happy day! As soon as I sat behind the wheel of a Mazda6 i AT, I felt right at home. (This reminded me of the old Mazda advertising campaign, “It just feels right.”) The car’s controls were amazingly intuitive and the handling was simply outstanding, although the performance level was less than I had hoped for. Back home to do more research on pricing.   I found that the ‘new’ 2003 models that were still available had a rebate available. Enough said; I started searching Mazda dealers’ inventories for 2003 Mazda 6’s. Since I hadn’t particularly cared for the i’s performance with AT, I figured that I should look for an “i” with a manual transmission or an “s.” I found several shown in inventory, but when I called the dealerships, I found that most had already been sold. Finally, I found a black on black “i” with MT, sports package with spoiler, comfort package, Bose audio package with side airbags at Heritage Mazda of Bel Air (about 45 miles from my home). Off I went only to be disappointed because they had sold the car shortly after I had called. The buyer was still in the process of taking delivery when I arrived.   The salesman that I had spoken to was no where to be found; I learned he was the trying to find a 2004 from their inventory that matched the 2003 that I had called about. The sales manager took me into his office and we began discussing what I was looking for. I told him I wanted a 2003 because of the $2,500 rebate, but he explained that if I wanted the “sports package,” the rebate was only $1,500. He then told me that he could match that with the current dealer incentive from Mazda on a 2004. There was never any high pressure, they just answered my questions and provided information. The entire sales staff was so friendly, I felt like I was being treated like family. (This feeling was a far cry from almost all of the other dealerships that I had visited during my quest.)   With a new 2004 in the picture, I started to rethink what options I really wanted. I began test driving all the 6 models; 6i MT, 6s AT, 6s MT. With each model tested, my smile kept getting bigger; same great handling and better performance as I moved through the line-up. While driving the 6s MT, all of a sudden it came to me, “Zoom-Zoom!” I knew I had to have an “s.” Then, I had more decisions, like leather or cloth. As it turned out, the dealership only had the manual transmission “s” in two colors with all the options I wanted (see below); Steel Gray and Sepang Green. They also had a demo “s” in Pebble Ash (my favorite color) with AT with beige leather that only had 1,300 miles on it. The gray one had the leather and the green one had the cloth; both in black. After much agonizing (for about 10 minutes), I chose the Steel Gray. (My required options--sports package with spoiler, Bose audio package, power moonroof, side airbags and side air curtains, and wheel locks.) Since taking delivery, I have purchased and installed the moonroof air deflector, the door edge guards, the cargo mat and cargo net. I have thought about the auto-dimming mirror but figured that it would be too difficult for a self install.   This is by far the most fun to drive vehicle I have every owned. I actually look forward to going to work in the morning because I get to drive my 6. When I get to work, I look forward to leaving work even more than I did before because I get to drive my 6 again! So far, in about 3 weeks, I have put about 700 miles on the car and am averaging just over 22 mpg. Based on EPA estimates, I guess that is what I should expect with very mixed city/suburban/highway driving. I am hoping that after the break-in period that the fuel mileage will go up a bit. When I change the oil, I plan to use a synthetic (maybe Mobil 1’s 0W-20) which should also help boost gas mileage a bit.
#140 of 196 New Owner by Walthoc Feb 16, 2004 (10:29 am)
This looks like a helpful resource while I own my new Mazda 6i. Well almost new, 2003 with 6400 miles. The price was right after my previous car was totalled. It is so much more car than what I experienced with a Saturn coupe that cost me the same amount of money 6 years ago. I've only had the car for about a month so I can't really comment about the plusses or minuses of my experience. Would rather wait awhile and then comment.   Needless to say, I enjoy the handling and performance. Like most who have posted, I've noticed similar hiccups like less than expected gas mileage, squeeky brakes and a few minor rattles. One investment that I've made in the past 3 vehicles my family has owned is a K&N air filter. They have a million mile warranty and improved the performance in my Saturn. I clean it about once a year and they do not effect the car's warranty. I'm hoping maybe for another mile or two per gallon, we'll see.   I've noticed discussion about oil, is this the reason for the high oil change price? At any rate, I appreciate this forum and all those who participate. Your insights are valuable.   Cheers
#141 of 196 Can't get enough Mazda talk? by pf_flyer HOST Feb 16, 2004 (11:01 am)
Join us on Tuesdays for:   Mazda Mania     Liven up your evening and join your fellow enthusiasts every Tuesday from 6-7pm PT/9-10pm ET for our Mazda Mania Chat!   We'll be testing your knowledge with some automotive trivia questions as well, so be prepared! Hope to see YOU there on Tuesday!   Mazda Mania Chat Room   PF Flyer Host Pickups & News & Views Message Boards
#142 of 196 Thinking of Buying by cartime2 Feb 17, 2004 (8:51 pm)
Ok, Im about to turn 16, and am looking to get a car, if I can find one at a low enough price Im strongly considering the Mazda6, would you say that this is a good choice, or a bad one for a first car?
#143 of 196 Get a Mazda3 by mazda6iguy Mar 04, 2004 (5:08 pm)
Mazda 6's are great, but you might like the Mazda3 better. check them out. You can pick up a loaded Mazda3 for about the same price as a mazda6 with the 4 cyl. engine and minimal options. You may even find one with the nav system.
#144 of 196 New from the Editors by KarenS HOST Mar 05, 2004 (8:06 am)
Long-Term Test: 2003 Mazda 6
#145 of 196 Another week, another chat!! by pf_flyer HOST Mar 08, 2004 (12:22 pm)
Mazda Mania     Liven up your evening and join your fellow enthusiasts every Tuesday from 6-7pm PT/9-10pm ET for our Mazda Mania Chat!   We'll be testing your knowledge with some automotive trivia questions as well, so be prepared! Hope to see YOU there on Tuesday!   Mazda Mania Chat Room   PF Flyer Host Pickups & News & Views Message Boards

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