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Re: LOVE the new 2008, but... [nissmazlover] by idavidson
Dec 17, 2007 (1:41 pm)
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Dec 17, 2007 1:23 pm)

Are you seriously thinking of trading in a 2006 for a 2008?
Is anyone else doing that?
 
It would be nice to have the extra gear, rear vents etc, but you loose
a better warranty and a lot of cash. Not sure its worth it.
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Re: LOVE the new 2008, but... [nissmazlover] by bobw3
Dec 17, 2007 (2:11 pm)
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Dec 17, 2007 1:23 pm)

AND you have to have the flip up tray out ALL the time in order to access the middle row's cupholders;
 
I don't understand this one. Isn't this the same on the older models too?
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Re: LOVE the new 2008, but... [bobw3] by andydico
Dec 17, 2007 (6:13 pm)
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Replying to: bobw3 (Dec 17, 2007 2:11 pm)

AND you have to have the flip up tray out ALL the time in order to access the middle row's cupholders;
  
I don't understand this one. Isn't this the same on the older models too?

 
nissmalover means that you can't use the middle of the second row to access the third row because the Cupholder Tray between the seats block the way.
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Re: LOVE the new 2008, but... [nissmazlover] by coolmazda5
Dec 18, 2007 (6:17 am)
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Dec 17, 2007 1:23 pm)

I own an 06 and an 08 but I may not be able to answer all of your questions as I have 2 Sports with Manual Transmission (Manual Transmission was on the top of my list so no Touring or Grand Touring for me).
 
In summary to me the 08 is a really nice 06+ (thanks to the auto air, electroluminescent gauges, more armrests, black cd console plate, aux input, body colored mirrors, etc.)
 
As per the central console lack of covers, no big thing for me, I prefer the extra a/c vents and, with the 6CD Player, I don't need to carry extra CD cases around. 2nd row seats recline as far as the 06s-07s, what stops them is not the extra outer armrests but the 3rd row fixed cupholders/armrests, nothing else.
 
Anyway, what I would suggest if you want to trade-in is to periodically check the inventory at the dealer locations near you and once they have the one you like test drive it. Check the list of things you prefer and try them out (i.e. recline seats, play with the Nav, 5th gear, etc.). If it convinces you, I would go for it.
 
Oh, and is cold in here (below 32) and I have no heard crunch on none (and the 06 has not gone through the TSB) so I'm not able to answer to that either
 

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Re: LOVE the new 2008, but... [idavidson] by nissmazlover
Dec 18, 2007 (10:50 am)
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Replying to: idavidson (Dec 17, 2007 1:41 pm)

Yes, I'm seriously thinking about it. I think the improvements on the 08 are GREAT and worth it!
 
Warranty: Although I originally had a four year warranty on my 06, I've already had it since July 2005. Therefore, I only have, roughly, a year and a half to go on it. So, theoretically, if I get the new one I will be extending the warranty even further since I wouldn't have to worry about warranty covered repairs for that much more.
 
Cash: At this point, I, basically, owe the same on my loan as what the car is worth - if not lower! Therefore, I won't be upside down on my trade-in, so there won't be any cash thrown away. It would be a simple switch.
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Re: LOVE the new 2008, but... [bobw3] by nissmazlover
Dec 18, 2007 (10:54 am)
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Replying to: bobw3 (Dec 17, 2007 2:11 pm)

What I meant was that you lose two cupholders that are accessible to the middle row - the ones on the back of the center console in the 06 and 07's. Therefore, if middle row passengers in the 08 are in need of two cupholders they will HAVE to use the flip out, center tray in order to get them. This would be the only way for them to have middle row cupholders - again, because the ones on the rear of the center console are gone. This, also, would impede easier access to the third row through the mid passage way. Not a biggie. Just an observation/minor issue.
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Re: LOVE the new 2008, but... [nissmazlover] by mdchachi
Dec 18, 2007 (2:43 pm)
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Dec 17, 2007 1:23 pm)

3. If you have the new navigation system, what does the screen display when the navi's not in use?
 
I haven't seen this one yet but typically the default screen for a nav system is the current position/map screen. From the vehicle's standpoint, the nav is always in use. Usually there is also an option to turn off the display so you can have it blank/dark if you want.
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Take delivery when? by kivo
Dec 24, 2007 (2:40 pm)
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I'm interested in getting a mazda5 this spring and I was wondering - if your dealer does not have what you want, does anyone know how long it might take to get it? I would like the car in April - do I have to order now? Thanks.
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Re: Take delivery when? [kivo] by qddave
Dec 27, 2007 (7:04 am)
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Replying to: kivo (Dec 24, 2007 2:40 pm)

There are many ways for a dealer to get what you want. They can trade with other dealers, or there could be a car matching your requirements at the port. Mazda does make "extra" vehicles that arrive at the port unclaimed by a dealer. Also, there may be an available vehicle in transit from Japan. You just never know. If you must order a vehicle, it takes a few weeks from the order submission to the actual build, then it takes anywhere from 6-8 weeks to get from Japan to the dealer. If your dealer is good, he'll do what he can to find a vehicle already in the US.
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Re: LOVE the new 2008, but... [nissmazlover] by lisabudd
Dec 30, 2007 (11:43 pm)
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Dec 18, 2007 10:54 am)

This is a good point, especially for those w/kids. If you have kiddos in the back and you don't want milk/juice/water everywhere, you are going to want that tray up. I had been thinking I could just take it out if I really needed it, whatever (Ok, I admit it, fast food in the car), but realized that if there are car seats installed that's not going to happen! It's either out or not. I'd still rather have the vent than the cupholders but it seems like they could have at least found somewhere nearby to stick a juicebox or two. (or someone will design a truly spillproof sippy cup).
 
On another note, any comments on the new sand cloth interior? I rented a 5 w/black cloth and was surprised at how dirty it looked. I am thinking I'd prefer the sand (maybe make the inside look roomier and hide stains better?)but am wondering what the material is like IRL. I also noticed in the brochure that the Black Clearcoat comes with black cloth interior, but online you can build it with black OR sand interior. Hmmmm...

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