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1675 messages, Last post on Sep 01, 2009 at 3:40 PM
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Replying to: lilengineerboy (Sep 11, 2006 5:07 pm) The future of the Mazdaspeed6 in North America will probably be similar to that of the Ford Contour SVT. The latter was a great car with poor marketing. Ford killed it in NA while in Europe, the same car (the Mondeo)is still and well alive. In Europe, the Mazdaspeed6 (called MPS 6) is doing very well. Both cars come with a manual tranny only... |
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Replying to: lilengineerboy (Sep 11, 2006 5:07 pm) I think if people can find a WRX with an auto acceptable, the Speed6 would be fine with one. The Speed6 engine has more torque at lower RPMs than the WRX, especially the older 2.0L version. I love the feel of the 6-speed. I have a late '06, and the clutch woes have been fixed.
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I am very likely going to purchase a new '06 MazdaSpeed Mazda 6 Grand Touring (NOT BLACK!!!) I would greatly appreciate any assistance in finding a dealer in the Western US (Montana-Arizona west)in a major center that has a good inventory and strong pricing. Thanks to all.
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Replying to: stragf (Sep 11, 2006 10:40 pm) Use 80401 (Golden, CO) and over 100 miles for the radius of the search, and you'll see 22 Speed6 GTs remaining in the Denver/Co. Springs area. Use the 'request a quote' part of the webpage, or use Edmund's similar capability. Negotiate via email, because then when you go in to sign, you can have a copy of the emails stating the price. No surprises. Be sure the person with whom you negotiate gives you a bottom line, including any dealer prep fees. Invoice minus rebates. I know you can get at least that, maybe better if you try really hard. McDonald Mazda in Littleton (Denver suburb) has Titanium and Red GTs.
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Replying to: scottl (Sep 12, 2006 5:44 am)
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I am sure many of you moved up from 6s or thoroughly tested both 6s and MS6. Having owned 6s for 3y (60k), I am thinking of getting MS6, recognizing a pretty good bargain here. While I am one of those drivers that uses car's full potential I also drive a lot on h-wy, which is not that much fun...and here is a question: How much stiffer is the ride in MS6 compared to 6s...so I am looking for suspension tuning / ride quality comments. While I can fully enjoy car sticking to the ground I need to be also practical about my commute...well, at least until I can afford two cars  ...and yes I know that MPG is not the greatest |
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Replying to: radocha (Sep 12, 2006 9:36 am) Hope that helps... |
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Replying to: radocha (Sep 12, 2006 9:36 am) Oddly enough, the MS6 has better suspension damping at freeway speeds than my wife's Audi A4 Avant (and she doesn't have the optional sports suspension). The ride is significantly better than my old R32. Potholes and other pavement imperfections are felt, but day to day, it's not at all bad. If possible, I recommend a test drive on a freeway and city streets that you know. -monkeymobile |
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Replying to: radocha (Sep 12, 2006 9:36 am) As far as fuel economy is concerned, if you use the cruise control on the highway, and stay out of the boost as much as possible, your gas mileage should stay relatively the same as the 6S, maybe slightly better. Of course, you need premium fuel instead of regular, and with a car like this, it's REALLY HARD to stay out of the boost! 
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