Mazda 6 MPS (2006 - 2007) 2.3T AWD 4d (2006/56) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I know about cars. I like understated power and refinement without being a badge snob

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

Loved it. Were very impressed

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, incredible value for money both new and used

What are you likely to buy next?

I have since bought a 2002 Lexus IS200. Good value and luxury for half the price of the MPS (albeit sacrificing the power). Next I plan to buy a cheap car specifically to be converted for track days

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

September 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Probably the best deal I have ever got on a car. It had no tax (£405) which might have put people off, and I guess it's too rare for a dealer to want on the forecourt

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Went to auctions and bought on impulse. Was looking for a diesel Focus!

What was the dealer like?

Went to Mazda in Redditch to get advice on what was still covered under warranty. The after sales staff were useless. Not interested. However, I got some touch up paint in a few days for £5 which I considered very reasonable

What's it like to drive?

Effortless power on very smooth delivery. When you plant your foot it doesn't throw you back in the seat as you might expect. Decent handling. I never really thrashed it.

What's it like to park?

Rear parking sensors very useful. But the car is pretty big so not ideal in the multi-storey

Have you had any problems with the car?

Didn't have it long enough. Took it for a service where brake pads were replaced

What's most practical about your car?

Big, comfortable, four doors

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Sound system and front loading 6 disc multichanger. Liked the entire console lay out and design