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So I've just run up 4,444 miles on the clock through the eastern half of the US, and the only problem I had was external - some flipping meteorite or something came smashing its way into my windshield. Needless to say, it wasn't in front of the passenger's seat.
Otherwise, smooth sailing all the way, and 29.2 mpg to boot. (Best tank was an improbable 32.7.) Top speed was kept to a modest 92 mph. And the A/C coped with Texas heat and Louisiana humidity with aplomb. I can think of one or two instances where it might have been nice to have the extra 40 ponies from the V6 at my disposal, but so what else is new?
Now get to work!
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
http://photos.yahoo.com/jstand6
Click on the link above and then click on the "Mazda" album. I have also included the original picture to compare to. Let me know what you think!! I really believe Mazda should do it!!
Hey windowphobe6!! WELCOME BACK!! It sure was quiet here without you!!
We should start thinking up names for 626 replacement so Mazda can save some $ for a REAL market launch.
215-220 hp?? Did i miss this discussion? I am intrigued. Tell me more. And tell me that there is a manual tranny involved!
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
New names? Well, there is the MP3, the MX-5, the and the RX-08 (though I'd just call it RX-8). So it could be called the RX-6 if it's sporty enough.
-juice
They could always bring back Capella. It's melodious, it has historical value, and in true Mazda fashion (only one N in "Millenia", only one accent mark in "Protegé"), it's spelled funny.
I am looking for 2001 Mazda 626 .... whats the best deal in SC?. ur opinions about this car's advantage&disadv are more than welcome. In which year the 2001, 626's body style introduced?
Thanks,
The best advice I can give is to get the V6. It is a sweet power mill, you will never regret having it.
The 4 banger is fuel efficient, but beware of the auto tranny on the 4 cylinder models. They have supposedly been improved, but I'll believe that when I see long-term results.
-juice
The four-cylinder is very frugal, but slow off the line, especially if it's shackled to the automatic. (At highway speeds, no problem; it's getting there that tries one's patience.) The V6 is happier and not all that much thirstier, although it prefers the high-octane stuff. And shed a tear for the poor shlub who has to sit in the middle of the back seat.
-juice
-juice
TIA again.
Both of these engines have a growl, though the V6 is generally quieter at most RPMs. The four does start to get noisy as you drop into the right side of the tach, but I consider it just an excuse to announce "Zoom Zoom" and press ahead.
I drove from Charleston (SC) to Austin (TX) a week ago and never noticed any weakness in the A/C.
-juice
Thanks
-juice
Let's say you get 24mpg in a V6, driving 12000 miles per year. With gas at 1.70, that's $850 per year.
A 4 banger may get about 27mpg, less if you have to flog it to keep up with the V6's pace, and even then it would cost $756.
So that's $94 per year, or 26 cents a day for happiness. Even using premium at 20 cents extra, the difference is still less than a can of soda pop each day.
This time Pepsi loses the challenge. Get the V6.
-juice
state quite nicley. Some real world numbers for
a Doubleought 4banger with a clutch. The first
tank was 32.5 mpg and increased to 34,which was
the best. We left in the AM with the sunroof up
and a window open and no AC yet. Later we chose
to alter our interior enviornment with no
appreciable lose of mpgs. At .04 per mile we had
more spending money which made the missus real
happy. This trip just reenforced our decision about the purchase of an outstanding auto.
Thumbs UP Bryan
My factory warranty for 626 (2000) is about to expire and, naturally, I was wondering if it's worth to buy an extended one (like Warrantybynet or Warrantygold).
Anybody has an experience with those or similar services?
Annually I do approx. 22k highway miles and I have auto 4 cyl in my car (that I love a lot).
I'll appreciate any feedback !
Thank you!
When I get to the end of the warranty on my 2000, assuming I haven't been seduced into a 2003 by then, I'll probably just get the tranny serviced and an auxiliary cooler installed (total cost - around $250) and take my chances with everything else. The $1000-1500 you'd pay for the extended warranty can cover an awful lot of service.
I have replaced many more waterpumps on v6's than on 4's %wise. BOth the 4 and 6 are great engines provided they are not abused and neglected.
I recently bought a 4-cylnd 2001 626 (bought it in late May). I went ahead and purchased the extended warranty because I wanted that security/piece of mind and because of worries over the tranmission (bad experiences with Ford almost stopped me from buying the car all together). I got my extended warranty contract in the mail yesterday and it says I have to pay a $100 deductible per visit for repairs. This maybe a standard practice and it may not, I don't know, but the dealership never explained that to me, never mentioned anything about a deductable. We discussed different mileage lengths and different year length, never anything about a deductable. Is there anything I can do about this beyond complaining to Mazda?
Also, the extended warranty contract doesn't make clear that my standard warranty is still in place, but I assume it is. I think a lot of this is ignorance over the whole subject...
thoughts?
-Andy
I am in the market for a used car. This one is a 1998 Mazda 626 LE, with 54000 Miles. Dealer in Michigan is asking for $6,995. This is 4 cylinder with a stick shift. All standard options are present in the car.
Need advice on 2 things.
- Is this a good price.
- Any particular problem that I need to be aware of, especially with the stick / clutch.
Thanks in advance,
Bsaha
-juice
couldn't be happier. Being from a spread the salt
state, our car visits the car wash 3X a month in
the winter. You may want to take a closer look
underside. Mechanically these babes are tough and
with proper care and service 6 digits worth of mileage should'nt be unreasonable. Good Luck
I was tald at the dealership that the extended warranty kicks in immediately after you sign the contract, not at the end of your current warranty.
For example:
Now I am at 33k miles and still have 3 more years left from my original manuf. warranty.
If I buy additional 5 years, I'll have 5 years left not 3+5=8 years !
By the way, the quotes I've got are the following (with my 33k miles and Gold Mazda Protection Plan):
6 years or 75k = $2900.00
5 years or 60k = $2000.00
4 years or 48k = $1500.00
... I am still thinking..
"Your factory warranty is still there. The extended warranty kicks in after the factory warranty expires. You may be able to return the warranty citing that it was misrepresented. Also, it's up to the dealer as Mazda has no say in what they sell or how they sell it. "
was a quote I was trying to respond to...
Bsaha
Sorry, I am back again this time with a different issue. I found another 626 LX with stick, 45,000 miles. When I drove it, the Check Engine sign was on. Dealer tells me, he filled up gas & did not tighten the fuel cap. There is a sensor out there which triggers the sign. Seems like all Mazda's have this problem.
Please advice if any one's faced this problem.
Thanks in advance.
Bsaha
I don't know how it is where you live, but in California, it is illegal for anyone to sell a vehicle with problems in its emissions system. This even applies to private sellers, and the seller is solely responsible for all finances involved in repairing the vehicle or the vehicle must be bought back and a full refund made.
The dealer should have the equipment to reset it rather easily. If he can't, then it's probably a more serious problems than he alleges.
-juice
http://www.mag-x.com/scoop/nms0108/01.jpg
http://www.mag-x.com/scoop/nms0108/index.html
3.0l V6. Uh-oh. That wouldn't be a Ford Duratec engine, like the Tribute, would it? Watch, they'll mate it to the CD4E just to piss us off.
At least Mazda will take charge developing the platform.
-juice