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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I'm different and not one to follow the common tred hence the car stands out with me.

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

    Everybody that has learnt to drive in this car 200 there abouts have never said a bad word and that goes for my friends & family as well.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes as this is my second need I say more. Both cars mileage combined have achieved nearly just short of 300,000 miles. I'm going to keep my current one when I buy my next. Economy with a diesel still achieving 57 mpg urban & 68 mpg on motorways. Need I say more.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Another unless the visibility is poor.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £15,000

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Again my second Mazda 3 and had a good relationship with sales rep. Got a great deal. Loyalty discount and other reductions.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Ideal car to teach learners to learn to drive.

    What was the dealer like?

    Ok to buy from.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Apart from some front wheel noise on motorways excellent drive. Cruise control takes out the stress on longer journeys.

    What's it like to park?

    Piece of cake.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Can't fault the car 150 different drivers have driven it it still looks good as new.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Ease to drive and vision good all round and for all heights from 4'9"- 6'8".

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Cruise control.