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Re: Mazda3 owners with corrosion issues, join us here! [bodble2] by zoomzoom_gir1
Jun 09, 2008 (5:46 am)
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Replying to: bodble2 (Jun 06, 2008 4:40 pm)

Well that's what I'm thinking! So far have 19 entries from Toronto Mazda3 and 2 from Mazda3 forums. Hopefully people here will join up for this list which I'll be sending to Mazda Canada. The more the better in getting our corrosion issue taken seriously!
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Deadline for entry on corrosion list approaches!!! by zoomzoom_gir1
Jun 13, 2008 (11:02 am)
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ATTENTION:
I will not be taking any more submission past next Friday (June 20). If you're on the fence or for some other reason postponing sending me your entry, DO IT NOW. Even if you have had your corrosion repaired either under warranty or privately, you should add your name.
 
One of the goals of the list is to show Mazda Canada that ALOT of these first generation Mazda3s are rusting/bubbling in the same spots. Also, if you did have your repairs done under warranty, that supports another goal. With the same type of damage, some people get their work done without hassle under warranty, some are told "not eligible for coverage under warranty". That is very unfair and totally unreasonable as Mazda Canada makes the final decision in all of these cases. If you did have your work done under warranty, sending me a copy of your repair invoice will help to support this goal.
 
Lastly, if you do send me an entry, having visual proof is a BIG bonus. Take clear pictures that show your rust/bubbling and send them my way. I will add those to your entry to support your statements of corrosion damage.
 
Thanks and send in those entries! One week left...
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New 2009 Pricing Structure in Canada by autonomous
Aug 24, 2008 (3:13 pm)
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There has been a dramatic shift in the pricing of Mazda vehicles in Canada. Prices have dropped for many models; the Mazda3 has dropped two thousand dollars in 2009. Mazda acknowledges that the price drop is a reflection of the strong Canadian dollar. Kudos to Mazda Canada for doing the right thing and pricing their vehicles closer to their real value!
 
On the other hand, there has also been a change in Mazda financing. The 2009 "standard" financing rate for a 2009 vehicle is now in the 5% range; compare this to the 2008 rates of 0%, .9% or 1.9% for 48 months for many Mazda vehicles. Those who are not ready to hand over a large cash deposit as part of their purchase are therefore going to pay more to finance their choice. This appears to me to reflect more closely the finance rates in the US.
 
Will the lower prices but higher finance rates bring in more customers? Or, will those customers continue to play the waiting game in the hope that the finance rates moderate? And what will the competition do?
 
For more information, go to the Mazda Canada site and check out the "promotions" page for the Make Your Move event and the shopping tools page for the Driving Dividend page. http://www.mazda.ca/event/drivingdividend/09/eng/index.asp
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Re: New 2009 Pricing Structure in Canada [autonomous] by ex_tdier
Aug 25, 2008 (5:47 pm)
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Replying to: autonomous (Aug 24, 2008 3:13 pm)

There has been a dramatic shift in the pricing of Mazda vehicles in Canada. Prices have dropped for many models; the Mazda3 has dropped two thousand dollars in 2009. Mazda acknowledges that the price drop is a reflection of the strong Canadian dollar. Kudos to Mazda Canada for doing the right thing and pricing their vehicles closer to their real value!
 
Kudos? I guess some of us will award kudos for common sense or doing what's morally or ethically proper. I can see it now, kudos are given for basic things, like doctors being able to see you.
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Re: New 2009 Pricing Structure in Canada [autonomous] by bodble2
Aug 25, 2008 (9:43 pm)
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Replying to: autonomous (Aug 24, 2008 3:13 pm)

I'm waiting to see if Honda follow suit with similar reduced prices for the '09 Civic.
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Re: Mazda3 owners with corrosion issues, join us here! [zoomzoom_gir1] by chris1999
Sep 10, 2008 (12:48 pm)
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Replying to: zoomzoom_gir1 (Jun 09, 2008 5:46 am)

Hi...I have a Mazda 3 Sport GT..2004....the rust is also starting...Mazda says its normal...I am pissed off and do not know what to do!!! Please let me knoe if there is anything I can do about this problem that is getting really bad...
 
Chris
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Re: Mazda3 owners with corrosion issues, join us here! [chris1999] by zoomzoom_gir1
Sep 10, 2008 (1:07 pm)
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Replying to: chris1999 (Sep 10, 2008 12:48 pm)

Go back to your dealership, show them your rust, and demand that pictures be taken and sent to Mazda Canada. AWA (After Warranty Assistance - aka an extension on our 3 year warranty) has currently been made available to cover repairs to the rear panel rusting (ie. wheel wells, bumper seams, quarter panels). There should be no issue at all with you getting this damage repaired for free...
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Chat night by pf_flyer HOST
Sep 16, 2008 (10:58 am)
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Tuesday means Mazda chat night! Mazda ownership is not a requirement! Just bring yourself and your love of cars and the desire to discuss anything and everything automotive and you're good to go!
 
The chat opens at 8:45 pm ET and runs until 10 pm ET. I hope you're able to join us tonight to meet and greet with your fellow CarSpace members!
See you there!
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Surviving in the down market by autonomous
May 05, 2009 (12:59 pm)
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From a CANWEST article today:
"Carmakers yesterday reported their worst April Canadian sales in 10 years as the the industry's pain continued. Automakers sold 143,931 vehicles nationwide in April, a 17.8 per cent decline over the same month last year, according to data from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. The industry is tracking for sales of 1.35 million vehicles by year-end, a major drop from the 1.65-million range sold over the past few years. ... Spring marks the beginning of what is normally the busiest time of the year for sales of new cars and trucks ... Several automakers outperformed the market, including Ford, Mazda and Hyundai."
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Re: Surviving in the down market [autonomous] by bodble2
May 26, 2009 (3:21 pm)
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Replying to: autonomous (May 05, 2009 12:59 pm)

Mazda has some nice sensible models (esp the 3, 5, & 6) for the everyday Joe, and their pricing would be more budget-friendly in today's economy, although the prices for the 2009 3 & 5, when optioned-up, are creeping close to the $30K CDN mark!
 
As an aside, I recently had the 5 on a rental for a few days. That's a really nice all-purpose family vehicle. If only it had a few more horses, and AWD, it would probably sell like hotcakes in Canada.
 
And I'm not at all surprised Hyundai is doing well. Honda and Toyota should be at the other end of the spectrum, given their current line-ups of aethetically-challenged snooze-mobiles.

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