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Bruno
Oh well. Such is the way of modern marketing and manufacturing. I got my 450 Mhz Mac a month before the price fell $500 due to the introduction of a speedier model.
Think of it this way: We'll always be the P5 pioneers!
140hp @ 5050rpm
155 ft.lb @ 4050 rpm
Bruno
Bruno
I'm all for more power, but...they aren't transplanting a larger engine into the current P5, I gather.
NOW>>..I log on to find the 2003's will have a further update!! Ughz....I haven't checked out the link yet....is there any estimation of when they might be coming out? I'm so sick of waiting already!! Got my $$ ready and no car to buy!
Sharon
hope u hav cast ur votes... saw the link today on the left bar... - /p~\
tx for sharing the info - /p~\
Others say that the oil that the manufacturer first puts in has special detergents that clean the engine and it has to be in there for a certain time. Again, others say the opposite.
Basically, it's up to you. My manual says 7500 km, but I did mine at 5000 km. I've had no problems thus far and I'm at 16500 km.
I think the dealer is being a jerk for not swapping the wheels, it really shouldn't be an issue unless he doens't have a car to swap them with. But it's his perogative I guess. But whether you want to still buy it with those wheels, is just a choice you'll have to make.
I've read that the AC is underpowered on the car. This was a post from someone who test drove a P5 on a hot day. Can any owners share their thoughts on how well the cooling system works?
-jim
The 160hp 2.3L that is first available in the 6 should be a Protege in spring/summer 2003 or later, if they wait for a redesign.
Sharon, the 2.0L is punchy, economical, rated ULEV, and a very tested powerplant. I love this engine. Don't wait a year for a Protege. Wait 6 mos for a 6? That's another question.
Do you order a manual or automatic? I can only speak for a manual P5. IMHO I'm more and more convinced that the 2.0l engine is powerful enough. After put 15k miles on it, the engine becomes very peppy. Put on the right gear, push on the pedal, and the car will jump out. It's a real pleasure to drive it. Honestly, I don't think it's worth to wait one more year for the 2.3l engine and I don't regret my decision. If the car gives you a lot of fun, then be happy. I'm sure the current P5 will certainly fulfill that to you.
Bruno
Bruno
Thanks.
Thanks.
As for waiting for the 2003....if it would only be two or three months...I could see myself waiting...that's not much for a more powerful engine....but if it'll be a year for that 2.3 engine.....I definitely wouldn't wait. Wish I could get concrete info from Mazda!
Sharon
I appreciate your info and input. And now a dumb question....what does ULEV stand for?
sharon
Thanks for your opinion. I definitely agree...it's not worth it to wait another year for the 2.3 engine.....but I'd like to know for sure that's how long it will be.
Oh...and I ordered the updated sportshift automatic.
Sharon
On my 36-mile commute to work, it drove even better than I remembered from my numerous test drives! And I'm finally not going to be paying $40 a week anymore for gas!! (I had a Dodge Durango.)
My goofy dealership nearly made a horrible mistake: All the paperwork had the VIN of another vehicle on it, a Protege LX!! What nightmares that could've caused! I'm glad I checked it against the windshield VIN plate...
My coworkers were duly awed by my sub-$20K gem.
And it was refreshing to see that the owner's manual says no special break-in is required, only moderately gentle driving for the first 1000 Km.
OK, it's a cliche, but I certainly feel the Zoom zoom zoom today!
Also, if I do go this route....are there certain brands of wheels that I should avoid?
Thanks so much!
Sharon
about the fog switch, yes it is possible. remove the side cover from the dash (visible when the door is open and you are looking at the side of the dash). you will see the switch right in front of you. take out the connector from the switch. there are 4 wires going into it. remove the green wire from the connector by lifting the small tab inside with a small screwdriver. now, just above where you left foot rests under the dash there will be a small black relay box with clear housing and white connector going into it. cut the red wire that's going into the relay box and connect the wire (not the end that sticks out from the box) to the light green wire you pulled out from the switch. all should work now.