Mazda 323 (1998 - 2003) 2.0 Sport 5d (AC) (2002/52) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That I can be very practical and sporty at the same time while also having some luxuries.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Like it a lot. Think it is smart.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes because of the amount of car for money. Plus cheap insurance.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something sportier. Most likely Japanese manufactured.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£795

When did you buy the car?

April 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

Good deal for the age, mileage and trim level of car.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Old car was scrap and needed something sporty yet equipped.

What was the dealer like?

Nice, but unwilling to accept any offers and photos of car on website didn't reflect the true condition of the car in reality.

What's it like to drive?

Very smooth and quite. Barely notice the engine sound at low rev's. Grips the road very well, little understeer. Ride is a little bit hard but understandable having a more sporty suspension.

What's it like to park?

OK but seems to have quite a large turning circle as wheelbase is fairly long. Also car is quite long itself so have to make sure that it doesn't hang off the edge of the parking space.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not had it long but have noticed that occasionally the handbrake light comes on as I think the brakes might be sticking.

What's most practical about your car?

The space. Loads of room for front and back passengers and big boot.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Traction control and stereo controlling buttons on steering wheel.