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#4127 of 4532 carguy64 by carguy64 Dec 21, 2007 (4:41 pm)
Two separate dealers have told me that the replacement engine if it shows up on car fax will diminish the value of the car $1000. Maybe I should sue the quicky lube establishment in small claims court for the $1,000. By the way the insurance company for the quick oil change culprit says that in Ohio there is no legal precedence for "diminished value" however if you search the web for cases they do exist and have been won in the past. I have also researched that this is a state by state basis. In Kentucky for example this case would be a slam dunk no doubt winner for the owner ( me). But, I still love Ohio, I was born and raised here. Go Bucks!!
#4128 of 4532 Is the Mazda3 Expensive To Maintain? by toguy Dec 23, 2007 (1:31 am)
I currently own a 2002 Corolla, which has given me a good service and a very low cost of ownership, both in terms of fuel and maintenance cost. I'm currently looking to buy a Mazda3 (2.0 liter engine and auto), though it's not a final decision yet, and I'm wondering how you find the maintenance cost (I know I'll pay more for fuel and I'm ok with that). I'd be particularly interested to hear from anyone who did the same switch from Corolla to Mazda3.   Any feedback would be much appreciated.   Cheers. Replies to this message: roadburner (Dec 23, 2007 8:37 am) mkuchyt (Dec 23, 2007 9:05 am) toguy (Dec 23, 2007 11:57 am)
#4129 of 4532 Re: Is the Mazda3 Expensive To Maintain? [toguy] by roadburner Dec 23, 2007 (8:37 am)
Replying to: toguy (Dec 23, 2007 1:31 am) Any feedback would be much appreciated.   I have a Mazdaspeed3, which isn't directly comparable. That said, I've found the running costs to be very reasonable. The 5K mile service runs around $50, the 15K is $100, while the 30K costs $200. Of course, some dealers trie to pad the bill with services Mazda doesn't require. My Dealer doesn't. Note also that you could probably dddo a 7.5K service instead of a 5K. Since my car is turbocharged and I drive it in a rather sporting fashion I use a 5K service interval. The 3 is a great car- in any flavor!
#4130 of 4532 Re: Is the Mazda3 Expensive To Maintain? [toguy] by mkuchyt Dec 23, 2007 (9:05 am)
Replying to: toguy (Dec 23, 2007 1:31 am) I've had an 07 Mazda3 2.3L 4dr since Sept. 06. With mainly short trip driving, I'm getting 22 MPG and have had no maintenance issues other than routine oil changes and tire rotations every 5k miles. Depending on where you live, you may want to get snow tires for the winter as the stock 17" tires have NO grip on snow or ice. When I was looking for a car, the Mazda3 was way more fun to drive than the Corolla and Civic.   Enjoy! Replies to this message: toguy (Dec 23, 2007 11:57 am)
#4131 of 4532 Re: Is the Mazda3 Expensive To Maintain? [mkuchyt] by toguy Dec 23, 2007 (11:57 am)
Replying to: mkuchyt (Dec 23, 2007 9:05 am) Thanks for the replies so far. I live in Toronto and plan to change the OEM tires with either good all-seasons (thinking of the Yokohama AVID TRZs, which I currently have on my Corolla. Highly recommended, btw.), or Winter tires.   One other thing that I'm researching is how much of the Mazda3 is Ford-sourced. According to wikipedia.org, for example, the 4-speed auto is made by Mazda while the 5-speed auto is made by Ford, which is the main reason that -if I do end up with a Mazda3- it will be the one with the 4-speed.   I'd appreciate any information, or any websites where I can get reliable information, about that issue.   Cheers
#4132 of 4532 '05 Mazda 3s by sandman46 Dec 23, 2007 (2:12 pm)
Besides some brake squeal issues that the dealer took care of, the car's been very reasonable to maintain. We had bought a prepaid maintenance program for the 1st 45k miles, so I knew the wife would take it in to the dealer for the maintenance needed. looking back, probably wouldn't do it again but for what I paid and the services received...it more than justified the price. And since I knew that the wife would have more time to bring the car into the dealer, it's located at the entrance to our housing development, we went with it. My '06 Civic has only needed oil changes and no rotations yet since I drove over a nail and the rear tire wasn't patchable. Ended up having to purchase 2 tires for the rear. But this car is as "cheap to keep" as our previous Camry's and Corolla's. Very happy with our 2 cars now, eventhough the 3s seems to be not as well put together as the Civic.   The Sandman Replies to this message: toguy (Dec 23, 2007 8:10 pm)
#4133 of 4532 Re: '05 Mazda 3s [sandman46] by toguy Dec 23, 2007 (8:10 pm)
Replying to: sandman46 (Dec 23, 2007 2:12 pm) Sandman, thx for your feedback.   It's interesting that you find the Mazda3 not to be as well-built as the Civic. My initial impression after having been a passenger in both cars a couple of time is the other way around; I think the Mazda3's interior fit/finish and general solidity is a notch above the Civic. Having said that, I've only had a brief experience with either car and, since you own both, I would be interested to know more details about why you think the Civic is better built.   Cheers
#4134 of 4532 Re: Cartridge cannisters... [carguy64] by nichollw Dec 28, 2007 (8:47 am)
Replying to: carguy64 (Dec 05, 2007 5:33 pm) hey man, i am in your exact same position. except mine is even a bit more tricky. i purchased my m3hatchback from a woman who is from ohio (where i live) but had lived in Arkansas, then moved here then moved to germany (her husband is in the air force). anyways, i bought the car and it was in beautiful shape not a ding on it. she todl me how she had the oil chagned on regular intervals with full synthetic etc etc and the day after i made the first payment, the filter housing exploded and my engine was fried just like yours. after having it towed and all sorts of mess it ended up costing me 7612 dollars and i was advised to get a lawyer, which i did. i am currently working on the whole legal aspect of it but it is kind of tricky dealing with it from across the country haha. i wish you lots of luck, and im glad your insurance company would cover it because ours wouldnt even touch it. email me if you have any questions, ive become quite the expert about this topic haha. Replies to this message: 2ndmazda3 (May 01, 2008 7:16 pm) Mr_Shiftright (May 02, 2008 8:04 am) 2ndmazda3 (May 02, 2008 7:55 pm) and 1 more...
#4135 of 4532 Collapsed Motor Mount! by roger341 Dec 31, 2007 (1:00 pm)
Have 04 Sedan, 160hp, 22,000 miles.   This am, backing out of garage, noticed several oil puddles on floor. Checked oil filter, it was tight, no sign of leakage.   Took it to dealer, he just called and said it was a collapsed motor mount. Fortunately the car is still under warranty.   Anyone hear of this problem? Replies to this message: mariod (Dec 31, 2007 1:31 pm)
#4136 of 4532 Re: Collapsed Motor Mount! [roger341] by mariod Dec 31, 2007 (1:31 pm)
Replying to: roger341 (Dec 31, 2007 1:00 pm) Yes.... I just had the same problem on my 05 2.3 with 47K. It's kind of common. Overall the car is rock solid. it does have a few minor issues, but that almost expected. I just wish it had a trunk release from the key fob. My buddy works at a Mazda dealer and he tells me there's NO serious issues with the 3 and he just one come in with 237K miles on it! Wow!   It's a great car and i love driving it!!!

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