Mazda 3 Hatchback (2004 - 2008) 2.0 Sport 5d (06) (2007/56) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I like a car with a bit of power, that's practical and not common like a Focus.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everybody loves it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
The MPS beast mine if I win the lottery. My 2 litre version is great for 5 more years. I love this car and I am happy.
What are you likely to buy next?
Realistically a hybrid. Or a fully electric or hydrogen powered car. I want 200mpg, zero road tax and low insurance! Otherwise I'm not changing.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,500
When did you buy the car?
April 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Quite pricey but a main dealer is always going to be more than a private sale. I got a good price part exchanging my new shape 3 door Audi A3 that wasn't very reliable. I wanted a sunroof and these are very rare on this model. I received new 3 year warranty for peace of mind.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted a reliable car.
What was the dealer like?
Friendly staff, good long test drive and not pushy at all.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's a dream to drive. Economical around town, even better on the motorway. It has power to pull away from middle-laners. I can't fault it.
What's it like to park?
Visibility isn't great, but you get used to it.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
As a 2007 model it has LED lights. A rear bulb went and had to change the whole cluster £300 wear-and-tear, so not warranty! I had a recent Abs traction module fault- this 'common' Mazda fault was covered under warranty... If I had bought the car privately I would have to pay £700-1000 for repairs!
What's most practical about your car?
5 door, good load space- like an estate car.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The sunroof Is superb! With the Bose sound system, 6 gears and cruise control, I have everything I have always wanted.
