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Changes You'd Like To See in the Mazda3

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#24 of 38
Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [shipo] by roadburner
Dec 24, 2008 (8:01 am)
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Replying to: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 7:08 am)

IIRC, both the Rabbit (which I actually wanted to buy over the Mazda3, just couldn't find one in a stick) and the Jetta have heated external mirrors.
 
I was all set to buy a GTI but the local VW dealers showed no interest in ordering a car to my specs. Couple that with the fact that none of the local VW service departments hire techs with opposable thumbs and the GTI dropped off my short list. That said, in retrospect I can't say that my experience with the MS3 has been that much better- bad strut(25K), bad turbo(26K), and rattles and squeaks du jour...
#25 of 38
Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [shipo] by wai
Dec 24, 2008 (8:09 am)
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Replying to: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 7:08 am)

Sorry, I missed VW brand for this safety feature.
Right now I have a Jetta for myself and a Civic EXL for my wife which both have the heated exterior mirror.
BTW Iast weekend my son and I tested drive Lancer, Mazda 3 and Sentra. all have no stick shift except a 08 Mazda3 i which has no power window and lock. probably left over more than 6 months. On the way home, he almost burnt out my Jetta's clutch. (as there is heavy burnt smell after arriving home).
 
Happy holiday and safe driving
Wai
#26 of 38
Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [shipo] by backy
Dec 24, 2008 (8:14 am)
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Replying to: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 7:08 am)

FYI another compact that has heated mirrors is the Elantra, even in base form. Even in the U.S.
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Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [roadburner] by shipo
Dec 24, 2008 (8:16 am)
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Replying to: roadburner (Dec 24, 2008 8:01 am)

I have a soon to be fifteen year old son who was just itching for me to get either a GTI or a MazdaSpeed3. Ummm, yeah, I don't think so. Depending upon the economy and how well my business partner and I manage to dispose of the fall-out from our failed second business, I see three options for my next car:
 
1) We do real well and both wifey and I plant our butts back in BMWs (and our kids get to share the Mazda3), at least one of which MUST be obtained via the ED program.
 
2) We do moderately well and I plant my butt in a Gen 6 GTI, wifey takes the Mazda3 (which she loves), and then we'll let the kids share our one remaining Dodge Grand Caravan (won't they be thrilled with that).
 
3) We just scrape by, I keep the Mazda3 as my commuter hack, wifey buys something like a Rabbit/Mazda3/Civic for her next car, and the kids once again get to share her 2003 DGC.
 
Best regards,
Shipo
#28 of 38
Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [shipo] by roadburner
Dec 24, 2008 (8:36 am)
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Replying to: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 8:16 am)

I plan to start my son out on the 2002 when he turns 16 in a couple of years. On the other hand, he might share the X3 with my wife. Neither car is fast enough to get him into trouble. I hope. He really wants to drive the Club Sport, but I told him there will be plenty of time for that when he inherits it.
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Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [roadburner] by shipo
Dec 24, 2008 (9:22 am)
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Replying to: roadburner (Dec 24, 2008 8:36 am)

Given that the Mazda3 is the only car with a stick that we currently have, even if the kids don't get it to share, I will make very sure that they learn how to drive it and get plenty of seat time.
 
Best regards,
Shipo
#30 of 38
Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [shipo] by roadburner
Dec 24, 2008 (5:58 pm)
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Replying to: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 9:22 am)

I'm going to teach my kid how to drive a manual using my Wrangler. The MS3 has a really abrupt clutch engagement. Heck, I stall it once or twice a week.
#31 of 38
Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [roadburner] by shipo
Dec 24, 2008 (7:42 pm)
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Replying to: roadburner (Dec 24, 2008 5:58 pm)

Oddly enough, the only time the clutch on my 2.0 liter Mazda3 is a bit touchy is when I'm in reverse. I've yet to figure out why letting it out in the same manner as when in first gear generates such different results.
 
Best regards,
Shipo
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Re: Future Changes: We love to dream [autonomous] by autonomous
Jan 02, 2009 (1:02 pm)
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Replying to: autonomous (Dec 22, 2008 3:46 pm)

The upcoming Mazda3 (to be showcased in Detroit later this month) falls short in terms of weight reduction, fuel economy and functional design. At the same autoshow the new Honda Insight and Toyota Prius will be unveiled; having the three cars on display should make for an interesting comparo.
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Looking back to the Future by autonomous
Jan 13, 2009 (2:28 pm)
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Replying to: autonomous (Jan 02, 2009 1:02 pm)

The CRX-looking Honda Insight is definitely on the right track when it comes to its 2740 lb. weight and 41 mpg fuel economy. This model has a future.

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