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I just did some statistics today. I went to CarPoint looking for some customer ratings for vans. Then I just decided to compile statistics for 2000-2001 models. The results are not very precise because in many cases a number of respondents is quite limited but these numbers should give a good picture of customer satisfaction. Guess who is the last... :-) I believe this is because the press created too much hype about Ody and too many people expected more from it. The MPV is at very good position (almost on top).
I'm not sure if the HTML table will be shown OK but I'll try:
mance
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9.3
9.2
8.9
8.7
8.6
8.5
8.3
8.3
8.2
8.0
7.4
Hi,
I just did some statistics today. I went to CarPoint looking for some customer ratings for vans. Then I just decided to compile statistics for 2000-2001 models. The results are not very precise because in many cases a number of respondents is quite limited but these numbers should give a good picture of customer satisfaction. Guess who is the last... :-) I believe this is because the press created too much hype about Ody and too many people expected more from it. The MPV is at very good position (almost on top).
I'm not sure if the HTML table will be shown OK but I'll try:
mance
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9.3
9.2
7.1
By the way alexv1n that 31K does not include taxes and fees but does include freight charges. Thanks for your info on the price you paid.
But, it's a pity that I don't have it.
Since the navigation system has been growing up and expanding day by day, I cannot help waiting to buy it.
Recently, the CD-R navigation system just evolves to the DVD navigation system.
The price of DVD for MPV is 238,000YEN.
(Additional topic)
Reading the information of some magazines ,the Toyota is to sell the new Hybrid AWD ESTIMA(next to toyota PREVIA) which has an electric motor for motive power drive around in Jun.01.
Last time when I enquired about the aftermarket RSES people suggested that the warranty will be void. So I called Mazda and they said, if the equipment intefeors with any of the vehocle systems, it will void the warranty. However they said my delaer would be the final person to decide this. So I called my delaer and asked for the price of mazda RSES and he told me it will cost $2500. I told him thats very high and told the price of the aftermarkets. He says, yes, go ahead and buy them and will not void your warranty. I confirmed again and they said they have got many customers who have aftermarket products. As long as it does not interfere with any mechanical parts, then it will not void any warranty. Now I am confused. Should I go ahead or not?
Thanks in advance.
--J
Happy miles!
RJ
BTW, third tankful of gas: 22.6 mpg. I'm a happy guy!
Also, how is gas mileage?
thanks for your help
It is very unfortunate that a perfectly great engine (the 2.5 Duratech) has been drug throught the mud because a number of car magazine editors want minivans to smoke tires like top fuel dragsters. The MPV forums are chock full of people raving about their vans, and hardly anyone is having issues with the amount of power it delivers.
We normally see 17.5-19mpg in town and 22-26 on the highway. We also have noticed that our mileage drops by 10-20% in the winter months for a number of practical reasons: snow tires, warming up the van, and MTBE in the fuel. There does seem to be a large variation in fuel mileages reported by members. It could just come down to the weight of a person's right foot. I swear mine's filled with lead, but I use the cruise alot too whenever I can, and am steady on the pedal...if that helps any.
Good luck on your search, and read back a few weeks/months (It'd take a long time to read all of the happy owner's posts :-))
--javadoc
Thanks,
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rj, did I remember seeing you have a little one due soon?
--java
P.S Sorry about the magic thrid row....... I believe that is the other company's TM. It should read.......Tumble Under seat, Mazda's TM
We really like the Sand Mica, I was leaning Classic Red, but my better half was demanding a new van ASAP (Civic was getting a little cramped for her and our two year old daughter) and no Classic Reds were on the lot.
We bought last week 3/28, I was on Carsdirect today and saw a $1,500 customer rebate being offer by Mazda thru 7/9??, Maybe we should have waited another week. Oh well, love the van!!!!
--j
And here's my obligatory link :-)
Steve
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I live in NJ - Home of the highest insurance rates in the country. I have my insurance through Liberty Mutual (FYI - State Farm will not even write new policies here in NJ - I have a friend who is a Farm agent). I pay $1700 for a 99 Camary and the new 01 MPV. Liberty Mutal is a minimum of $300 cheaper than anywhere else I looked. Check them out if they are in your state. Even my friend from the Farm says they are great for auto insurance (except for trying to get in touch with someone when you get into an accident). Oh well, a chance I'm willing to take.
BTW, found Hertz rental car rents MPVs at John Wayne (Orange County Airport) for about $300/wk, if any tire-kickers were thinking of trying an MPV out before buying, that wouldn't be a bad way to do it. You can, um, drive it like you would a rental (heheheh), try out all of the handy gadgets in the "real world," let your kids drop icecream on the seats, and then turn it back in!
--javadoc
RJ
Rj- Maybe all that caffeine Java is consuming is short circuiting the brain:) Rj you can still have kid's at 58, not that you would want any...:0)
". . . not that you would want any." My point exactly. The 100+ kids I see every day in my classroom are more than enough for a man of my advanced years.
RJ
engine is? Am I correct in assuming it is just the chip? Seems this would be the easiest 10 hp
to gain. Looks like the MPV Performance Enhancement thread is archived, that's why I am posting here. Thanks.
my bad, sorry...got my whatchamacallitz crossed w/my thingamobobz.
:-)
--javadoc
Nothing crazy or noteworthy came out
TB
Sorry about the delay in responding; I haven't been faithful about checking this site for messages!
I suspect we received such a great deal for two reasons:
Metro Mazda (Ferndale Michigan) had 2000's on the lot and wanted to move them ASAP. That's the first reason. I strongly suspect the second reason we received such a great deal was I started talking to the internet manager on a Thursday, she was fired the next day. She had already quoted me a price, we called her back, verified the numbers with her, and agreed to purchase the 2000 MPV ES at the price she quoted, $20,545. Knowing that she was fired, one wonders if she knew the end was coming, and was out to "hurt" her employer as much as possible prior to the ax falling.
My husband lopped another $200 off the purchase price as he and the manager disagreed on the cost savings with financing at 7.61% and 7.25%. Like I said, the buying experience left a lot to be desired.
Anyway, the particulars:
Metro Mazda
21425 Woodward Ave.
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248)548-0444
(248) 399-1850 (Fax)
I suggest dealing straight with the manager, Barry.
Good Luck!
Laura
That dohickey is a folding wheel chock. That is the first time I have seen one in a stock tool kit, but this MPV is full of nice surprises(a dirty tire bag too!). I used to think the Germans were nice for giving reversible screwdrivers, but the Japanese seemed to have found a place for all their inventions(some useless).
:-P
--MPV Content: Install a Clutter Catcher and you have six cup holders for the coffee on your commute, just w/in reach...
As far as the roof rack rack goes, I don't have one so I can't help.
The glue causes the plug to vulcanize to the tire. It's the reaming of the hole that concerns me as well as the few plugs that I have seen pop out. So much for vulcanizing.
--javadoc
It doesn't showup when drivetrain is cold! It looks like some kind of interlock, but then why only when drivetrain is warm.
As cars get more complicate and computerize, it would be nice for car manufacturers to indicate what is normal behavior on the owner manual.
Rj Rj
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RJ
Java- I don't drink coffee. Too many soft drinks, sugar and caffiene.
Rjr- If strange noises come out of your van, I understand why. I can smell your van from Ohio, no sorry thats Cleveland I smell .
Laughing all the way to the bank with the money I saved...
Saw my first BLUE MPV yesterday, well, besides the pix of Tboner's that I've seen here. It looks very nice...lots of soul baby.
--Javadoc
Saturday night, I had four extra passengers --correction: I STARTED OUT with four extra passengers. Then The Prez started being indiscreet at stoplights and things [ and since we were in downtown Pittsburgh, there were lots of stoplights and things]. Interesting fact: Sand Mica clashes something fierce with shades of green as seen on passengers' faces. But did I care? Not in the least--I was springing for dinner that night. Cheapest night out I've ever had.
heh heh.
RJ
PS. Daddioof4-- What part of the 'Burgh are you from? I'm in South Park.