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My name is Malt and I'm a recovering alcoholic. Ok, not really recovering, but I drive a silver Mazda6i with nothing but floor mats. :-)
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Oh well..howdy all! If you would like any discussions included, please let me know. I'm still building the basic stuff here, but will attend to it asap.
Anyway - where are all the rest of the owners? I've been trying to convince some people from the Yahoo group (mazda6) to chime in here as well - I think one came in a few days ago and reported on his purchase. Everyone seems to be too busy driving their new Mazda 6's!
Side Airbags and Curtains, wheel Locks. I have had it 10 days, 460 miles. Yes, I could have done without all the extras, but my lease on previous car was up and I had extended to see what the 6 would be, so if I was going to buy a 6, I would be just be making payments for nothing on that lease, and this was for me the best choice of the 4 cars they had. Car handles well, has enough power for me and the manumatic can be useful, if I do not over use. The heated seats aren't quite what i would like to have. They seem to heat up quickly, but then after 2-3 minutes shut off. I would like it to stay on longer. Trunk space is very good. and the ability to release the fold down seats from trunk is a great idea. Illuminated ignition is nice, my Millenia did not have that, and previous
MX-6's did, so I missed that. I will have to get use to the fancy gauges because I have to hit the dimmer cancel for daytime to see it, and then hit it again at night so they aren't so bright.
We just bought our new 6 on New Year's eve. And I'm happy to say it feels great! What a way to bring in the new year. It's a Onyx Black, with beige interior (was cloth, but it's being replaced with beige leather, as I write). I think this car is a great buy!
The only problem I'm having so far is a strange (almost burning like smell) that comes the inside of the car's compartment. Has anyone else had this problem? Our salesman said it some kind of coating that sprayed on the engine, or under the motor, and that it will go away after I break it in (it only has about 100 miles).
Only time will tell how reliable this vehicle is but I'm hoping for the best. Give me some feedback on how you feel about your purchase, problems, or concern with your vehicle. In the meantime, let's enjoy our zoom, zoom, feeling.
So far the car has been great. It's much quieter and smoother than my Prelude, and actually seems to handle better. Everyone that's seen the car thinks it's really beautiful. I'm just hoping that it'll be as reliable as my Honda.
I do have some mild concerns about quality and resale value. I know in the past some of the Mazdas have had really poor resale. I tend to keep my cars a long time, though, so it's not as big an issue over the long haul. I live in Houston, a city with six Mazda dealers, and I've yet to see my first 6 (besides mine) on the road here. I hope it'll be a successful car for Mazda.
Go2nate, I don't know what the burning smell would be -- I certainly haven't noticed it on mine. I would definitely take it back to the dealer if it continues.
Has anyone noticed how bright the "cruise" lights are at night? And the dimmer doesn't work on them. They're easily the brightest light on the dash at night -- I find it somewhat annoying. I can't believe Mazda wouldn't have made them dim with the dashlights. Oh, well, minor complaints.
I, too, would like to hear from other owners about how they're enjoying their new 6's. Hopefully we'll get a good following here on the owner's board.
Black 6s 5 Speed Manual Trans.
Bose & Sport Pkg.
Cassette deck & Sports grille
approx. 400 miles
Heritage Mazda
I already put 1200mi on my car. Even before break-in, driving 6 is fun, however after break-in, what an experience! I have to always keep an eye on the speed since it is very easy to get over the speed limit.
I already saw three 6 (besides mine) on road, two blues, one grey.
Hehehe. So where did you see me?
This thing is sweet once the engine is broken in- it really makes a large difference. In the next week, I should have 4 new speakers and the OEM 17" alloys. I LOVE THIS CAR!!!
I just got my car back and it now has leather interior, a spoiler (the lip type), and homelink.
I LOVE IT!
Good: Full rear seat headrests, folding side mirrors
Bad: No aux. power port.
It's essentially an every-option Sport Package car, including Bose, all-weather mats, homelink and cargo tray/organizer. The color will Sport Yellow.
It's scheduled to be built the week of 2/3.
Currently I'm driving a beat up '85 F250 since I sold my Stratus, so even though I've foregone doing a locator, the sooner the car shows up the better!!!
One curious thing about my purchase is that I did not test-drive it... as a matter of fact by the time I ordered the car I had not seen it in the real life, only on Internet photos and videos... but by the high compliments and awards I feel that I went the right way...
Configuration... well down here is a little different than in the States... it has 2.0 motor, M/T, ABS/TCS, 16" alloy wheels, standard sound, auto climate control, and finish is performance white.
Best Regards!
Carlos Ch
I have a unique color that I haven't seen mentioned on Edmunds. The salesman called it champagne, but the invoice says "plata viva" which I think is like metallic silver. In dim light it looks silver, but in sunlight it looks champagne. Certainly not like the metal grey they are selling in the States. It's really a beautiful color.
I got the first AT off the boat from the dealer in October. He also had 2 MT's. Mine's the 'lujo' model with leather, sunroof, spoiler, electric windows and driver seat. Standard body, not sport with skirts, etc. My deal includes the factory CD player, which the dealer and I are still waiting for from Japan. He also installed an aftermarket alarm system with a remote control which locks/unlocks the doors. Also included VIN numbers etched on the windows and floor mats.
In conclusion, I'm still thrilled with the car and will be even happier when the CD arrives.
Any one in the market for a silver 2000 Eclipse GT with 5sp, leather, sunroof, and low mileage? :-)
The "Manumatic" shilting is nice because the auto shift points seem to be a little sluggish. I have not "stood on it" however and maybe it will be a little quicker past the break in period.
Handling is nice and tight. I have absolutely no complaints.
Test drove one on 12/31 for the first time and drove one off the dealer lot on 1/1. Nice way to bring in the new year!
-Ben Antanaitis
Huntersville, NC
bcantana@yahoo.com
As far as I know, CD player is already there but I need an aftermarket alarm and Lo-Jack installation.
Here in Costa Rica, I've seen three M6's on the road, one of them this morning. Surprise: all of them were metallic gray.
Regards!
PS. Pedro, what tips could you offer me on leather care?
BTW, I also got the dealer to include tinted windows 3M material. Really needed for the rays down here. Get yours to etch the VIN on the windows too.
One thing I like is that the radio antenna is embedded in the rear window, not on the roof as I've seen in most pics of the Japanese made car for other regions. Also ours has single exhaust, adequate for a 2.0.
This car is tight. Still love to drive it. Find a nice curvy road to Alajuela.
Leather Seat Maintenance
After I put some miles on the car, I will report back with a complete review. For now, I’m just glad to say I finally own one!!!
P.S. It had the “V6” emblem on the side of the front doors.
i tried to work with him, but the best apr he would give me was 6.5%. he got a little peeved when i said i wanted something around lower, and he said "Any rate less than about 4.9 is subvented from a manufacturer... you usually lose a rebate to get it." I thought 5% would be fair given a good/excellent credit rating and I've received other offers below that.
I don't think the dealership has any reason to try to charge you a higher finance rate. My understanding is that the only thing that determines your rate is your credit score. Ask the dealer what your credit score was.
Ontario Mazda in Canandaigua, New York had a Lapis Blue with 5 miles on (buried under some snow I imagine). We did the deal over the phone on Saturday and I drove it home to Long Island Monday. ($1300 below window sticker if you must know).
Forgive me for not breaking it in properly but I had it up to 105 mph before I knew it. What a sweet car for a 400 mile trip. The stereo's great, the Michelin Pilot tires hold the curves and there's plenty of power for passing.
One funny glitch: whenever I put the climate control system on "auto," it put the air conditioning on. It was 6 degrees outside. Anyone know about this?
Automatic :-( Would have had to wait until July to get one custom ordered, and by that time, I would be stationed who knows where flying AWACS.
Has every single option offered, even the wheel locks.
I am now spoiled.
The dealer even let me apply the Toughguard I bought for it before they put the license plate on. Crazy shine.
Go here for a couple pics:
http://www.cardomain.com/member_pages/view_page.pl?page_id=306703- &make_type_query=make%3DMazda&model_brand_query=model%3D6- &tree=Mazda%206
This is really the perfect car for someone who needs the space of a sedan, but wants the fun of a great-driving, handling and fun car. My 5 1/2 hour drive was a blast.
When I get pictures going, I'll see if I can post them for folks to see.
Cookie.
Steel Grey 6s, auto tranny, no sport package, fogs & sport grille. 550 miles so far, and absolutely no complaints.
My only regret is not getting the Bose package as the rear speakers are weak at best. Has anyone here upgraded the standard sound system as yet?