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Hatchbacks Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3: Styling Impressions
548 messages, Last post on Aug 08, 2007 at 5:21 PM
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Replying to: seanwms6 (Aug 19, 2006 2:15 am) The review was very favorable, with the only real recommendation by the writer for stickier tires. The testing was done in the US at Laguna with cars that had steering wheels on the left side. I got the impression that they were test cars, not factory fresh for the consumption of the general public. If I read correctly, the electronic "nanny" limiting power applies only to the first two gears (not three like I read elsewhere). They do indeed cite 263 BHP and 280 torque. Basically, they make the MS3 sound like it's ready for the track, right out of the box, with some concessions for every day driving. The only real competition (I'm guessing based on power) is the Caliber SRT4. Come to think of it, I don't recall seeing an actual release date. Interesting read, but I can't wait for some test results! Greg
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Replying to: kronogoose (Aug 22, 2006 4:35 pm)
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Replying to: seanwms6 (Aug 23, 2006 4:32 am) Not sure/no news, Sept/Oct, 60 days, or next March Some dealers seem to know a little more than others. No VINs yet though. If it is like the 2007 Mazda3, we won't see an official release date, the Mazdaspeed3 will just start showing up. For example: The 2007 Mazda3 models are showing up at dealers, but Mazda's website won't let you search 2007 inventory, give 2006/2007 comparisons, or 2007 specs.
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Replying to: seanwms6 (Aug 23, 2006 4:32 am) Great, please share the details! |
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Replying to: daniel99 (Aug 23, 2006 8:56 am) We have 4 pre-orders and 2 cars with VIN#'s that are built and waiting for shipping. |
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Replying to: audia8q (Aug 24, 2006 6:05 am) Hopefully, the shipping company won't have any more mishaps with their car carriers.... 
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Replying to: audia8q (Aug 24, 2006 6:05 am)
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Replying to: seanwms6 (Aug 22, 2006 4:25 pm) We all thought that. I thought the MS3 would come out in 2008. |
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Replying to: seanwms6 (Aug 24, 2006 10:30 am) Anything is possible...but based on the initial interest in the speed3 the chances appear slim. OTOH, if the cars don't sell and they start to pile up then you would have a good chance of getting the s-plan....but that is a big gamble if you really want the car. All MS3 are special orders and tightly allocated so that angle doesnt matter. Dealers earn every car they get, there are no extra's. |
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Replying to: audia8q (Aug 25, 2006 6:28 am) |
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